While love is a beautiful thing, and it feels good and exciting to start up your own family, it is crucial that you pay attention to the current issues around the world, especially as it relates to economic realities.
A family is an essential part of the development and growth of society. While it may look all easy for people to form a family, it takes a whole lot more to keep the family going. And what makes this difficult is that more than 50% of what is needed to grow and sustain a family revolves around money.
When the economic reality sets in, it can topple love and affection easily, leading ultimately and tragically to the breakdown of the family if not carefully managed. This is why it is important to observe certain measures necessary to see that you carry out family budgeting and successfully raise your family in the midst of an economic recession.
These measures include:
1. Family Planning.
Don’t let love and emotions cloud you from your economic state. If you are a low-income earner looking to start a family, and you cannot wait till things balance up a bit, kindly decide on the number of kids you want and stick to it. I know kids are lovely and fun to be with, but think about the state of the child in the midst of poverty and take that decision today. Speak to a family planning specialist about the necessary steps to take.
2. Cut your cloak according to your size.
Do not be pressured or deceived to live above your means. If your earning level cannot accommodate you owning a house, stick to apartments till you can own one. If you cannot afford a car, stick to trains and taxis till you can afford one. If you cannot afford a classy restaurant, stick to fast-food joints, diners, and home-cooked meals until you can afford one.
3. Marry Right.
While there are no strict jacket rules in marriages and relationships, ensure that you marry someone who understands the economic realities and is willing to make the necessary adjustments. One of the causes of divorces is lack of money, so if your partner is someone that obviously has his or her eyes set on lavish spending in the midst of an economic recession while you intend to practice family budgeting because of your earning status, then you should probably take a walk before you walk down the aisle.
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