When we used the term financial stress in the title, we were not just referring to having financial issues but also the type of stress that can diminish your health. Many financial problems can be resolved by seeking help from an experienced career counsellor or financial planner to help you to manage your finances. An additional benefit of what they do is to also reduce the stress and anxiety you may be experiencing as a result of the aforementioned money worries.
Does it follow that the only way to reduce stress caused by your finances is to use financial planners? Well, the answer is no, but with caveats. First, from a purely medical perspective, if you are suffering from stress and anxiety and these are so severe to cause you additional health issues, then you must seek advice from your doctor. Financial planning may eliminate one of the contributors to your stress, but you may have others that contribute also.
The other caveat is that financial planners can do a lot to help you manage your finances, but before and after you have consulted with them, there are actions that you can take to help your finances and thus reduce the worry and anxiety you have, which are associated with them. Below we have highlighted five tips that should give you a positive start in reducing your financial stress.