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Financial independence is way better than free handouts
Look, there is nothing wrong with receiving money from the government. Many people weren’t complaining (and shouldn’t) about those stimulus checks that came in 2020.
However, the problem arises when we become too reliant on the government for money.
You might say, well, I pay taxes and put up with a lot of crap from the government, so I deserve to get my life funded by them, but this is total bullsh*t.
Whether you do or don’t deserve to be fully funded by the government, you don’t deserve to leave your life in the hands of an entity that doesn’t know how to care for itself financially, the programs it funds, and the people who rely on it.
The government is severely in debt and mismanages money 24/7. Why put your faith, hope, and trust in them?
Who You Should Rely On Instead
Yourself. When it comes to financial health, one of the most critical actions you can take for yourself is establishing financial independence.
What Is Financial Independence?
Financial independence is when you do not rely on anything or anyone to provide you with income. You are financially self-sufficient.
Self-sufficiency comes from having multiple income streams, living below your means, consistently increasing your income, investing your money so it can’t work for you 24/7, and continuous financial education with application.
When you are financially independent, you’re not waiting on a stimulus check, subsidy, grant, or handout from the government. You’re focused on creating new avenues and pathways that will prevent you from ever placing yourself in the hands of something or someone else.
Stop Seeking Handouts
Don’t even look for social security. Yes, we all pay into it, but when it comes to handouts from someone else, nothing is ever a guarantee.
We must build our own financial portfolios and take responsibility for our financial futures. Our money, financial futures, and level of independence all lie in our own hands. It is not up to anyone else how well we do financially; it is only up to us.
What To Do If You’re Struggling Financially
If you’re struggling financially, take time to invest in financial education. From there, learn how to quickly put your talents to use to create new income streams for yourself, so you never have to rely on the government financially and nobody else.
Many people that received the COVID-19 stimulus check went shopping and bought new gadgets, televisions, and clothes.
What they should have done is invest their stimulus money so that they could increase their financial portfolio.
More money will not change your habits; your habits will only change when you decide to change them. The government won’t save you financially; only you can do this.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.