Replies to 'Debt'

I too was raised with money issues.  But ours was hearing MONEY FEARS.  About 10 years ago, I took a tape recorder when I visited my father's 2 sisters  and then to my mom's family reunion.  I asked them questions and learned so much about my family past. It was the best thing I ever did for myself!  I highly recommend it for people!   Especially if they have elders.  But now, with camcorders, you could actually do it a whole lot smarter. 

I learned that my mom lost her home and went from middle class to living in a 3-room shack. In the winter, they lived in 1 room.  They were eventually farmed out to different families.  Their dad deserted them and wouldn't pay a penny for their support. My dad was basically the same. 

By learning where they were coming from - I learned where I was coming from.  That my parents had pasted down their fears/shame to their kids. 

Right now, I'm just happy to finally hear myself say, I need to cut back again!  I need to only spend $$ this month.  How can I .....   It's pretty cool cause it's not causing to great of a fear.  But I'm still at the BEING COMFORTABLE with it before I do something.  I figure GOD will give me the time because it's what I'm having to learn right now in my life.  Sounds funny doesn't it?  but it's true... I discovered awhile back that if I just followed the lessons as they arrive and do something, no matter how small or big, I was always moving forward.