Love Your Paycheck

Isn't it curious that how ever large or small an individual's paycheck is, it is never enough.  Wants always seem to outpace our means, and the wallet persistently empty.  

Not long ago I was speaking with a friend whose household income far exceeded my own.  As this person lamented their lack of funds and limited opportunities, I was aghast.  I could not understand how this person enjoying a much larger income than my own could have the same budgetary frustrations as me.  This situation highlights the universal tendency to be unhappy with our current paycheck size, regardless of its amount.

The ticket to paycheck satisfaction is: acceptance and perspective.  Comparing our income to others is a guaranteed path to dissatisfaction. 

I recently read an article about a woman who received an enormous sum of money, yet still felt deprived. "The reason was simple – she was comparing herself to the super rich. While she had $10 million dollars, she was wondering why she couldn’t buy that $45 million dollar loft overlooking Central Park in Manhattan. She wanted everything, so it made sense that she was disappointed".

Focusing on what we have rather than what we lack will result in gratitude and contentment. 

Ultimately, you work hard for your money--appreciate it!

This article, "5 Surefire Ways to Stop Thinking Your Paycheck is Never Enough" is outstanding.

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