Put in the Effort Now. It Will Pay Off in the Long Run

The unexpected is to be expected. Especially, in todays gadget filled world where apps of all kinds dominate imaginations and computers, yes computers, are becoming obsolete. You must focus on what is important to you. There will be plenty of distractions that get in your way.  

Too many people think day trading on the stock market is a profession for anyone. After all almost all stocks went up in the past couple of years.  I might point out 2008 as a warning to these individuals. Do your research before investing; take an investment class, read company's financial, accounting and cash flow statements. If you don't understand something, is it really a good idea to throw your money at that company. That's gambling.  You can find plenty of free information on www.Investopedia.com.  The idea is like most things, do your homework before making any financial decisions.

With relationships, I don't know many people who get this one wrong. Experience teaches you what you want in a partner and what you don't want in a partner. You do not need to follow someone's advice from a magazine. Magazines are meant to sell and consequently discuss sensationalism: abuse, money priorities, and a host of other problems. Love is blind, and that presents an opportunity. All of your other senses will be heightened.

You probably hear a voice in your head telling you to follow your heart as it will lead to riches. Success comes at home and in your career. And, spending the time to earn the proper education and right values will do a lot of good for long-term greatness.  Taking shortcuts is never the way to riches.  These lessons can be applied to all walks of your life.

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