Mad_About_Money_final Nov. 2016 | Page 21

MadAbout Money Continuing to live with parents We tend to stay on in the family house even when we start earning thinking it saves money. Actually we shut ourselves off from potential opportunities. Belief in and dependence on political will and ability We believe that politicians and the government will create jobs and feed the hungry hordes. And we wait in hope that we can then make money. Lack of financial literacy We learn how to manage our household expenses basis our incomes. But we do not try to play the market and look for alternative routes to make money. Apathy towards money and financial situation Our typical middle class outlook makes us turn our face away from money. We pretend it is not part of our life so we do not try to manage it. Ego problems regarding “suitable jobs” We have a lot of false pride about the kind of jobs we should do and so miss out on opportunities to make money. So change your attitude. Throw out your old-fashioned beliefs about money. Start earning, making money and enjoying life. Money is not evil – it is essential and makes life a lot easier for us. 21