Continuing a Positive Attitude

Well, I spent the last 3 months learning a new skill.
I will now be a certified tax preparer, and have a part time job with one of the tax preparation companies.
I can't tell you which one, as it would not be fair.

So what has this to do with keeping a positive attitude?

Well, since I have been unemployed since 2008, it is nice to have a job again, even if it is part time. I am really looking as this is a learning experience and it will continue to increase my knowledge base, which is very important as you age.

Everyone must keep their interactive skills up, as well as continue to improve any skills, or build new skills. This will ultimately lead to having a better attitude when  you are more confident.

The pay is not much, but it will help defray the raise in groceries and gas, so that also helps if you are not constantly worried how you will meet the bills.

If you are retired sitting at home in the cold gray Michigan months, it helps to have a purpose for getting up and getting out. I don't look at this job as being able to make me rich or bettering my finances, however, I do look at this job as being someting that will make me feel better about my self.

That alone is worth the time and effort gaining the knowledge. Besides, I can do my own taxes much better now, and save myself some more money.

Learn somthing new, and stay in the game, it will make you feel better in the long run.

take care
and check back later
Randy