Before going to the grocery store, it’s always a good idea to check your fridge and pantry to see what you already have, what you need, and what you want. That way, you don’t come home with missing ingredients for tonight’s dinner or an extra box of baking soda that won’t get used for three months.

Imagine yourself spending just a few moments today to take an inventory of your life resources. Although you’re plenty grateful for the obvious items, look further than just the money in the bank and the roof over your head. What about your education and training? That summer you spent learning how to build a treehouse and can fruit? Your friends and family who are always supportive and ready to listen and share? Your public library? You have resources all around you. What do you see?