I think I see money as a step to a better life. As a kid, we always had money problems. We always struggled to find ways to pay our bills and buy groceries. Lots of times we didn’t pay the bills so we could buy groceries, and vice versa. So I see money as a necessary part of life and I certainly focus on making lots of it. A lot of that viewpoint has to do with my childhood, but I also have kids and I want to provide for them in a way that my family couldn’t for me and my sister.
I think that my view on money impacts the way I live in lots of ways. I have a good work ethic and I enjoy working hard and earning what I have. I have no interest in being given anything. Also, when I buy something it is usually something nice. It isn’t nice because I want the best, but I enjoy having things that last. I think only rich people can afford cheap things.
In the article we read for homework this week, there were 6 recommended rulse for porspering…
Rule 1. Seek the Lord and have hope in him
Rule 2. Keep the commandments, that includes the temporal ones, tithing and fast offerings. Rule 3. Think about money and plan how you can become self-reliant.
Rule 4. Take advantage of chances for learning so you will not be ignorant of these matters. Education, as President Hinckley has taught us, is the Key to Opportunity.
Rule 5. Learn the laws upon which the blessings of wealth are predicated.
Rule 6. Do not send away the naked, the hungry, the thirsty or the sick or those who are held captive.
After reading these rules, I think we need to use our wealth to help others. I think that is the best way to live.
All Hustle, No Talent 