Comments on: Dealing With Financial Peer Pressure

By: Major News @ Studenomics Links Edition

Major News @ Studenomics Links Edition — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:04:13 +0000

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By: Aaron Simek

Aaron Simek — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 01:03:18 +0000

I really enjoyed this post, especially “get your ass out of this fake world” lol. Going through college my self right now, I’ve had to make some tough decisions as far as friends and career path. None of which were easy, none of which I have completely fulfilled yet. It is hard to do what you love when everyone around you idolizes something else or expects something of you. And its even tougher when your unsure of paths your decisions will take you.
Good insight man.

By: boppenheim

boppenheim — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:16:24 +0000

Slightly late to comment – but I really loved this post. I had a very similar experience in college. I went to NYU where all the people were insanely wealthy. Crazy wealthy. Upper East Side crazy wealthy. I think that for a long time I tried to pretend I had no boundaries, but really the boundaries (financially) were everywhere. I couldn’t keep up.
I think living in reality isn’t always glamorous, but it’s trying to be responsible. And proud of myself and my accomplishments. Great post!

By: Nawala

Nawala — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 23:13:13 +0000

amazing points!?! i am really trying to get this threw my brothers’ heads…emailing them this NOW! thanks.

By: Tax Preparation Checklist | PT Money

Tax Preparation Checklist | PT Money — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:16:34 +0000

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By: Edward - Entry Level Dilemma

Edward - Entry Level Dilemma — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 02:06:45 +0000

I agree with you there. I was trying to make a point about letting money control you, which is just as easy if you don’t keep track of it as it is if you do.

The more I read about what is typical for my age group, the more I realize that I’m pretty darn weird myself.

By: The General

The General — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 01:46:34 +0000

Edward, maybe it’s just about people deciding on what are the most important ways to use their money. Many times people are wasting away their money without realizing it. They don’t create their goals, so they end up just going out on weekends, for example, trying to fit in socially. If they consciously think about their money and goals, they may spend very differently.

One thing that keeps me motivated is Dave Ramsey’s theory that normal is bad. When people comment on my money habits, I take that as a compliment. When normal is huge car payments, credit card debt, and paying off student loans in 30 years, I want to be weird.

By: Edward - Entry Level Dilemma

Edward - Entry Level Dilemma — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 04:11:12 +0000

Wait, when I worked in an office, I was never invited to go out for lunch. *sniff*

I think people make way too much about money. It’s there to be spent. They key is to determine what level of lifestyle works for you and what is just extravagant. I don’t need new cars and new computers, organic food, or to go out drinking on the weekends. For the lifestyle we want, my wife’s $27,000/year salary is sufficient.

By: Jonny | thelifething.com

Jonny | thelifething.com — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 02:21:15 +0000

Great advice and if anyone is looking for a structure in order to reach their goals then may I reccommend the “7Life System” which has so far help an incredible amount of people.

http://thelifething.com/productivity/a-simple-structure-that-will-change-your-life/

Great work untemplater guys.