We are currently well into the year and it is very possible to conduct a self-assessment as to how close we are to achieving our goals for the year and if we are on track at all. Is there a need to put in more effort or are you right on track? It is getting to that time of year when we just want to go out with our friends and have some fun, regardless of the cost. But after your self-assessment, do you really have room to spend as you deem fit? Besides, is your friend on the right track to achieving his or her goals?
They might not let you in on all the details so you would need to do your part in assisting them to meet their goals. This does not mean that you should avoid having fun with your friends or that you should stop hanging out with them. But what this article is about is the fact that fun does not need to be expensive. This article outlines a few ways (5 ways) through which you could respect the financial goal your friends have set this year.
The first way you can respect their goal is by finding ways through which both of you can have a lot of fun without sending much. So have fun without spending much. Do not spend much and make the timeout awkward for your friend.
Secondly, you should try to periodically encourage your friends. You could do this by using verbal affirmations of their efforts and showing them that you support their efforts.
Thirdly, endeavor to explore those areas where your friends are looking to make improvements. They are looking to improve their lives in certain areas and your efforts into these areas would serve as an encouragement to them.
Fourthly, do your best to make sure that they do not feel left out. This is because they could begin to feel that their financial goals are holding them back and give up. They do not want to feel left out, so as much as we can, we should invite them on occasions and parties where they could take the edge off a bit.
Additionally, make the topic of finance a normal and effective part of your conversations. Doing this will make your friends more open in money matters and both of you can learn from each other`s experiences. Moreover, your conversations would become more mature and productive, so instead of regular gossip and chats, financial discussions would make your conversations more productive.