Happiful February 2020

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How to take care of your financial wellbeing The link between money worries and mental health problems is clear, but fortunately there are some simple steps you can follow to keep your cash concerns under control Writing | Fiona Thomas

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single bead of sweat drips down my clammy back, even though it’s the middle of winter. My face is flushed, and I feel lightheaded as my thumb rests on the fingerprint button of my phone. I log in and wait an agonising few seconds for the figure to appear on the screen. The 34 • happiful.com • February 2020

number that will dictate the tone of my day, the amount of cash I have to my name. As the figure appears in black and white, I breathe a gentle sigh of relief. Phew. My bank balance isn’t (currently) in the danger zone, so I can afford to get some groceries on the way home this evening. >>>


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