An economic crisis after divorce hits hard, especially with the additional one of a health crisis. How can you handle that economic crisis after divorce?
To clarify, I’m not saying that only the divorced face an economic crisis. Small business entrepreneurs, people who lost their jobs or only work part-time, and widows now more than ever before, push to stretch a dollar. So, this article may speak to you also.
The first step to handle an economic crisis after divorce is thriftiness.
The first step to handle an economic crisis after divorce is thriftiness. #crisis, #divorce Share on XLeah said, “A new dress would make me happy. I’ll find one online on sale and save the gas fare.”
Leah looked to external things to lift her spirits and rationalized or excused her purchase by saying she would save the gas fare.
This week Leah wants a dress. What will she desire next week to make her happy?
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I wanted a computer program that costs $97. In doubt about what to do, I asked God for peace and confirmation. I read my email and a general message to writers and speakers surprised me with confirmation from God that I shouldn’t. Another email reminded me of a 20% discount on that program and a similar program that costs $47.
The second step to handle an economic crisis is contentment.
The second step to handle an economic crisis after divorce is contentment. #crisis, #divorce Share on XAnna insists that she needs a Starbucks Latte to wake up in the morning. She gets out of bed and heads to the drive-through window two miles from her home.
Is a Starbucks Latte really essential to wake up?
As the economic crisis deteriorates, I’ve found all kinds of fresh frozen vegetables and fruits in my freezer. The discoveries of bread in my refrigerator and freezer bring me contentment.
Search for food and beverages you’d forgotten in your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. The results of your detective work may fill you with contentment, too.
Please don’t think I’m perfect or special. I’ve had my moments. On a rainy day as I worked on this blogpost, I could smell the aroma of a sweet onion and taste it. I moaned and groaned about not having a sweet onion. A younger friend sent me a text and asked what errand she could run for me. I asked her for a small bag of sweet onions.
Please don't think I'm special. I've had my moments. #divorce, #crisis Share on XThough the grocery store didn’t have a bag of them, she brought me two large sweet onions, practiced social distancing and left them on my porch step. My ground turkey tasted wonderful with a chopped sweet onion added to it.
The third step is gratitude.
The third step to handle an economic crisis after divorce is gratitude. #crisis, #divorce Share on XGratitude? Yes, gratitude. To handle an economic crisis, practice gratitude. As I moved my carry-on bag to the closet, one of my tears landed on the bag. No more trips for a long time.
Afterward, I turned on my mini iPad to sing praise and worship songs and complete 8,000 steps in my home. The song, “The Power of Your Love,” played in both English and Spanish on YouTube. I thanked God for all the trips in the past and the number of women who became Christians or experienced revival because of my speaking trips.
In summary, the three steps are:
- thriftiness
- contentment
- gratitude
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Managing the Fear of Dealing with Your Finances After A Divorce
Copyright © by Yvonne Ortega March 24, 2020
I have several friends going through divorce. Sad situations in each case. Each couple never thought divorce would happen to them. Their finances are definitely changing. Praying for all who are going through difficult times.
Thank you so much, Melissa Henderson for stopping by. Yes, many are shocked and going through difficult times. Thank you so much for your prayers.