Guest Contributor Casey Slide lives in Atlanta and is a columnist for the Money Crashers finance site, where she writes about money management and personal development.
The older I get, the quicker time seems to pass. A year feels like mere months, and a day passes in the blink of an eye. I often become so caught up in daily life and its many distractions that I often forget to take care of myself. Perhaps if I treated my needs as if they were investments, I might make some changes and refocus my priorities.
This year, learn to invest in yourself. You’ll be sure to improve your finances, as well as your quality of life.
Fill Your Time With Value-Adding Activities
To truly invest in yourself, stop wasting time with frivolity and engage yourself with life-enriching activities. Things you can fit into your daily schedule to add value to your life include:
1. Read More Books
Look for books about personal finance, health and well-being, business, or any other topic of interest that could make you a better person or enable you to make better decisions. As long as you continue to educate yourself and expand your wisdom, you’ve chosen the right books.
In addition, keep updated on current events by reading a trustworthy news website. When you become informed, you become a well-rounded, knowledgeable person who makes educated decisions.