Do you struggle with negative feelings? Honestly, who does not? These critical times are marked by economic uncertainty and hardship, volatile violence and careless injustice.
It is hardly surprising that countless people today are troubled by overwhelming sadness, excessive guilt and a sense of personal worthlessness.
These negative feelings can be toxic.
They may undermine our confidence, paralyse our reasoning ability and steal our joy.
When we feel discouraged, we are weakened.
We need our energy and power in order to keep on going in this burdened world.
It is vital to keep negative feelings under control.
(Note however, those who suffer with long-term or chronic depression may need to consult a qualified doctor).
There are three ways that may help you combat negative feelings.

1. You need to be aware of those who are genuinely interested in you.
   The people who care for you, love you and value you highly.
   These are the people in your life who honestly have your best interests at heart and are understanding to your feelings.
   It is a comfort knowing that these are individuals who have come to know and respect you, and despite your flaws and mistakes, they are still sincerely concerned about your welfare.
   
2. You need to surround yourself with a healthy, positive support group.
   Negative feelings cannot be dispelled if you surround yourself with depressive or cynical people.
   People who haven't set clear goals and take action to achieve them, often have too much idle time which gives rise to negative thinking and inaction.
   These individuals won't build you up, they will tear you down.
   Who you choose to be friends with will have a positive or a negative impact on your life both at home and in your business.
   
3. You need hope or something to look forward to.
   What is your focus? Perhaps you are in a situation or environment that is conducive to encouraging negative feelings.
   You may be stuck in a job you don't like with an unappreciative boss you have to answer to.
   You may be in a highly demanding corporate job, which robs your quality time from you and your loved ones.
   You may be overwhelmed by debt, concerned about your financial affairs and the security of your family.
   You may have been laid off your job or forced to take early retirement.
   Alternatively you may be forced to work longer before retiring and you are tired and seeking something that will give you better satisfaction.
   You may be a mother experiencing guilt at having to return to work after maternity leave.
   Perhaps you are anxious at the thought of leaving your children in a stranger's care or the rising costs of childcare.
   Let's face it...
   there are numerous factors in life, both personally and in business that can cause negative feelings.
   Do not panic.
   There are solutions.
   There are always choices even if they don't seem abundantly clear at first.
   Education is important if you are going to stay ahead of the curve and create a secure nest egg for you and your family.
   Times are changing and only the well-informed individuals will be protected from the negative influences that abound today.
   

Don't be a victim.
Take action in combatting negative feelings and securing your future both in your personal and business life.
What is your outlook? Don't focus on what has gone wrong.
Focus on what to do next.
Spend your energy on moving forward and finding the solution.
Securing your financial future in today's uncertain economy is just one of the many steps you can take in ensuring a better life for you and your loved ones now and in the future.
Act without delay.
Secure Retirement Funds.