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No one likes to find themselves in a poverty situation. It means that you are at an economic disadvantage, because you lack the money to have the kinds of things that pertain to a higher standard of living. Being able to afford the basics of life, which include food, shelter, clothing, health care and the like, becomes an overwhelming challenge when you are poor. You may feel that you are trapped in these circumstances, but it is possible for you to overcome poverty.
Instructions
1. Believe in your ability to change your life. Don't pay attention to all the negative statistics or media stereotypes that say that you have little or no chance of getting out of poverty. Believing that you can succeed is the first step to moving forward.
2. Live within your means. Some people remain in poverty, due to lack of discipline with money, Live as close as you can to a budget and resist the urge to spend frivolously. Pay for basic needs, such as rent, food, etc. Clip coupons, search for bargains and consider buying items at thrift stores. This will help you develop a better sense of control over your spending habits, which may, in turn, aid you in being able to actually save money.
3. Set goals. While your circumstances may appear to be bleak, it is important that you begin to get a vision for your future. Make a written list of all the things you want to accomplish in life and then write down some ideas on how you to plan to achieve them. Just having goals in mind can inspire you to work on bringing them to pass.
4. Find a mentor. Many social groups and organizations offer mentoring to those who need it. They can connect you to someone who understands your concerns, who can give you sound advice and share practical ways on how you can move forward personally and financially. A successful person knows what it takes to become successful and can inspire you to do the same.
5. Read books on self-improvement. Go to your local library and look for books written by others who have overcome similar situations to yours or ones that give you advice about make positive changes in your life.
6. Get an education. Many individuals who live in poverty fail to realize the potential a good education will provide them. They often drop out of high school, with no definite plans for the future and end up in low-paying jobs or stuck in the welfare system. Stay in school, study hard to make the best grades and strive to go to college. People with college educations have more opportunities and make higher incomes than those who don't. It's never too late for you to get a college degree. Apply for scholarships or student loans or take a few classes at a time and work your way through college. It is well worth the effort.
7. Get a job. It can be difficult to find a job if you are poor and uneducated, but that doesn't mean you should stop looking. Some organizations and groups may offer free job training programs that help teach you job skills and assist you in finding job placement.
8. Distance yourself from individuals who are pulling you down. While all of us want to have friends, not all friendships are productive or helpful. When you hang around too many people who have no goals or who make light of yours, you may feel less motivated to work at achieving your dreams. If your "friends" refuse to work or get into trouble with the law or have self-destructive behaviors, associating with them will not be beneficial to your future.
9. Realize that you have to be patient. Coming out of poverty will take time and you may become frustrated along the way. In spite of the obstacles you face, stay focused on what your ultimate goals are and make up your mind that you are not going to give up on them.
