So much effort goes into avoiding and at times evading taxes. Extreme efforts and often, extreme complaining. But we will still have to pay, even some.
I don’t mind paying taxes. They help support programs and other important initiatives. Also, the benefits that we take for granted that our taxes provide.
The tax you pay on the money you make is not the only tax we face. Each day there is a tax on our time, relationships, mental health and well-being. And we ignore those.
Where is your outrage? Your complaining? Why aren’t you more pissed off?
Working overtime means more money, but your time is taxed away from your family and kids.
Sitting on the couch instead of putting your business ideas together is a tax on your future.
Mindless scrolling on your phone is the tax of doing something more effective and productive.
Credit card debt might be the tax you pay for poor financial decisions.
By not going to marriage counseling you’re taxing good years away from your marriage.
Stress is the tax of success.
Damage of theft of personal property is the tax of having something nice.
Renting instead of buying a home is the tax you pay so that you have more time to save.
Wanting to be or to learn patience, comes with the tax of your patience being tested.
All the choices we make have a resulting tax. Are you willing to pay the bill, in full when due?
Thought Provoking Question 1 : What tax besides your income tax are you paying for and why?
Dan Roman is a Husband, Father, and writer that releases a daily blog. A quick read on sharing wisdom and asking though-provoking questions.
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