Resilience is what gives people the emotional strength to deal with hardships in their lives. Resilience is important – resilient people use the resources around them and their personal strengths and skills to work through challenges and overcome hardships. Improving our resilience can improve our ability to respond to financial stress and improve our financial resilience.
Did you know that financial wellness, along with physical and mental wellness is considered a pillar of good health? In Canada, one of the greatest sources of stress that people experience is related to money problems. Money related problems can have an impact on your physical and mental health. If you are feeling financial stress you are not alone. Financial stress affects Canadians of all ages and income levels:
Problem gambling is an addiction that can affect your daily life, your health, your relationships and your finances. You may have a gambling problem if:
Various factors may increase your risk of developing a gambling problem. Common factors include:
