Tips to Manage Stress of Tough Economic Times

Most would agree that our world is choked with stress even in the best of times. Now, volatile stock markets and rising interest rates threaten individuals with additional stress and anxiety as retirement savings and overall financial future may be perceived to be in jeopardy.

Pause but don’t panic.

Identify your financial stressors and make a plan.

Recognise how you deal with stress related to money.

Turn these challenging times into opportunities for real growth and change.

Ask for professional support.

A new Australian study discovers money is often on the minds of most of us. In fact, money and work are two of the top sources of stress for almost 75 percent of the population, according to Australian Psychological Society President, Amanda Gordon.