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Focus on What You Do Have, Rather Than What You Don't

This is, of course, easier said than done, and everyone's situation is different, but it can be rewarding to focus on what you do have, rather than what you don't. Bentley-Moore explains to PS UK: "Start with really basic things. For example, you can be grateful to have shelter, food, water, clothes, or anything that you might deem as the bare necessities to start with. Be grateful for everything you physically have."

Try to avoid the compare-and-despair cycle of social media. Making comparisons to others will do you no favours, and remember, while there are always people you might deem "better off" than you, there are also those who are looking at you in the same way.

Every morning and night, spend a few minutes writing down or listing out loud the things you are grateful for. That way, you'll start and end your day with positive thoughts about your financial situation. On top of that, you can send gratitude every time you pay your bills and check your bank account. Bentley-Moore says this will "help you get out of those overthinking and fearful times."