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Introduction

let's talk about a little something that makes most people break out in a cold sweat: debt. Yeah, that's right, the dreaded D-word. We've all seen those Instagram models living the high life, flashing their Gucci and sipping champagne like it's tap water. But if you tried to keep up with their extravagant lifestyles without a bankroll the size of Fort Knox, you'd be diving headfirst into a financial Deadpool.

So, you might be wondering, do you want to escape the clutches of debt? Maybe you're dreaming of snagging that dream house or that sweet ride you've had your eye on. Or perhaps you're just plain sick and tired of feeling like you're trapped in a straightjacket of debt-induced stress.

Now, let me tell you, there are a bunch of so-called experts out there who'll tell you to pinch every penny and save your way out of debt. And that's where I have a bone to pick. Sure, it's one way to do it, but it's about as much fun as watching paint dry. I mean, seriously, who wants to follow that millionaire-next-door philosophy? It's all about hoarding your hard-earned cash, never savoring the sweet nectar of a Starbucks latte, never dining out, and basically living like a monk in the name of early retirement. Snooze-fest!

But here's the deal, folks. In this little chat, I'm gonna spill the beans on how one of my buddies, a guy I met when he was just a sprightly 28, managed to wipe out a whopping $180,000 worth of credit card and student loan debt. Yep, you heard that right – he pulled off a financial superhero move that would make even me raise an eyebrow.

So, stick around, because we're about to dive headfirst into the world of debt-busting with a twist of Alpha Lifestyle flair. It's gonna be a wild ride, my friends, and trust me, it's gonna be way more fun than counting pennies in a jar. Let's make debt disappear like it's a bad guy in a red suit!

Step #1 Reduce Your Expenses

We're about to dive headfirst into the treacherous waters of getting out of debt, and guess what? It doesn't have to be all gloom and doom, contrary to what those penny-pinching experts might have you believe. Now, you're probably thinking, getting out of debt? That sounds like a buzzkill, buddy!" Well, hold that thought, because we're about to drop some knowledge bombs on you.

So, check it out, before you start thinking that it's all about living on a diet of ramen noodles and tap water, let me set the record straight. Frugal living isn't about depriving yourself of the good stuff; it's about slicing and dicing those expenses that make you cringe but are, unfortunately, a necessary evil.

Now, let's talk about the big three monsters that gobble up your hard-earned cash: taxes, the relentless interest from your debt, and that sneaky financial loss that you're entitled to but might not even know about. These villains are the ones we're going to tackle head-on. And trust me, we're gonna do it with style.

So, keep your katana blades sharp and your chimichangas hot, 'cause we're about to embark on a mission to conquer debt like it's a horde of evil mutants. Stick around, it's gonna be a wild ride!

Step #2 Organize Your Debt(s)

Alright, listen up, my fellow debt-slayers! It's time to take a good, hard look at that financial quagmire you're stuck in – mortgages, car payments, credit card debts, the whole shebang. But don't sweat it; we've got a plan that's gonna make this debt-busting journey feel like a walk in the park. And yes, we're bringing the Alpha flavor to the table.

Step 1: Grab your trusty workbook and action plans (check out the link below for those goodies). Inside, you'll find a nifty worksheet and some handy tools that'll make this process a breeze. No, seriously, it's like having a unicorn do your taxes – magical.

Step 2: Start by cataloging all your debts. Write 'em down, make a list, or even get artsy with it – just get those debts out of your head and onto the page.

Step 3: Now, here's where the magic happens. Take a gander at those debt amounts, and let's find the one that's ready to be vanquished first. How do you do that? By focusing on the debt you can eliminate the fastest, and that usually means paying the minimum amount. It's like spotting the weakest link in a chain and breaking it!

So, there you have it, in true Alpha style – catalog, calculate, and conquer! It's time to kick debt in the chimichangas and take control of your financial destiny. And remember, we've got your back with those handy tools, so go ahead and unleash your inner financial superhero!

Step #3 Focus On The Debt You Can Pay Off The Fastest

Well, well, well, time to slice and dice those debts, my fellow financial daredevils! I've got a Aplah approved strategy that'll have you grinning ear to ear as you conquer your financial foes. So listen up, 'cause we're about to drop some wisdom from the "How To Get Out Of Bad Debt" book, part of the legendary "Rich Dad Poor Dad" series.

Step 1: Pay the minimum amount on all your debts – except for the one that's about to feel the heat of your financial fury. Yep, that's right, pick the debt that you can obliterate in the fewest payments.

Step 2: Now, here's where the magic happens. You're gonna unleash your inner superhero and pay MORE than the minimum on that chosen debt. The "How To Get Out Of Bad Debt" book suggests a cool $500, but if your wallet's feeling a bit shy, throw in as much as you can muster. This should be the one debt that's ready to tap out the quickest, like a villain who's had enough.

Step 3: Forget what the experts say about tackling your biggest debt first. That can be a real buzzkill when you realize just how long it takes to defeat that monster. Instead, focus on the debt you can knock out in the least number of payments. It's all about making those wins pile up like a mountain of chimichangas!

Step 4: Oh, and when that debt falls, take a moment to CELEBRATE! Picture yourself, doing a victory dance with a mariachi band – that's the level of celebration we're talking about here.

Step 5: Rinse and repeat, my friends! Move on to the next debt that you can smite in the fewest payments and keep going until you're riding the debt-free rainbow.

So, there you have it – a debt-crushing strategy that's as fun as a chimichanga feast and as effective as my ninja-like moves. Get ready to dance all over those debts and unleash your financial awesomeness!

Step #4 Cool Trick To Get Uncle Sam To Pay Your Bills 

Hold onto your tacos, folks, 'cause I've got a story that's gonna blow your mind! Picture this: I've got a client, a real financial ninja, whose job is to sniff out money hidden in the nooks and crannies of people's lives – money they didn't even know existed. Yeah, you heard me right, it's like a treasure hunt for cold, hard cash that's just waiting to be unleashed.

For instance, one lucky guy didn't have a clue he had ten grand chilling in an account somewhere. Talk about a surprise party for your wallet, am I right?

Then there's this family, and brace yourselves, 'cause this one's a real shocker – they had an inheritance worth…wait for it…a few MILLION dollars just lying around, collecting dust like a forgotten superhero comic!

Now, I get it, these are some seriously outlandish examples, but here's the kicker – one of the biggest expenses you've got is the money you didn't even know you lost. Imagine life chugging along, business as usual, and you're sipping on your morning coffee, blissfully unaware that there's a pile of moolah just itching to jump into your bank account.

Now, here's where things get interesting – I'm about to dig into the world of governmental stimulus programs and unearth an extra $500 per month for you. That's right, we're gonna tap into some financial Deadpool magic and turn your everyday expenses into a monthly cash bonanza!

So, stay tuned, 'cause we're about to make your wallet do a happy dance like it's won the lottery. Who knew finding hidden money could be this exhilarating? It's time to make it rain

1) FREE Government Money -Oh, strap in, my fellow money-hungry warriors, 'cause we're about to talk about something that's gonna make you do a double take – FREE Government Money! Yep, you heard that right. The government's dishing out billions of dollars every year to regular folks like you and me. It's like Christmas, but without the ugly sweaters.

So, check it out, there's this program that could be your ticket to an extra $300-$500, just tacked onto your paycheck. That's right, it's like a bonus you didn't even have to ask for. But wait, there's more! You can also score some sweet 20-45% cashback on your everyday expenses. That's like getting paid to shop, and who doesn't love that?

Now, here's where the magic happens – you take that extra $300-$500 from your paycheck and the cashback you're raking in, and guess what? You put it to good use – paying off those pesky debts. It's like turning government generosity into your very own debt-busting superpower.

So, suit up, my friends, 'cause we're about to grab that free government cash with both hands and use it to kick debt's butt. Who said being a financial hero couldn't be fun? Let's make that money work for us!

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2) Fix Your Credit -

Now, picture this: having bad credit is like walking around with a bullseye on your back, and it's gonna cost you a pretty penny – 50% more, to be precise – than if you had the golden ticket of good credit.

Let's break it down with a little scenario, shall we? You stroll into a dealership, all swagger and charm, ready to snag that sweet ride for a cool $15,000. But, hold up, if your credit's in the gutter, that same car's gonna set you back a whopping $30,000. Yep, you heard me right, it's like paying for two cars when you could've had one.

So, here's the deal, my friends – having good credit is like having a golden ticket to the financial amusement park, where everything's a breeze. But bad credit? Well, that's like standing in line for the most torturous ride, and you're gonna pay a hefty price for it.

But don't worry, we're not here to scare you straight; we're here to empower you to fix that credit score and save those hard-earned Benjamins. So, saddle up, 'cause we're about to transform your credit from zero to hero. It's time to take control and make sure you're not paying double for that dream car. 

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3) Eliminate 50% Of Your Debt -

Hold onto your chimichangas, because we're about to dive into some serious money-saving secrets! You see, there are these pesky laws that the banks love to use against you, racking up high fees and making you shell out more cash because, well, they're counting on you not knowing any better.

But guess what? You can turn the tables on those sneaky banks and give 'em a taste of their own medicine. That's right, it's like flipping the script and using the money-saving secrets of the ultra-rich to take a big ol' bite out of your debt.

How much, you ask? How about slashing up to 50% of that debt monster! Imagine that, shedding half of your financial burden like a snake shedding its skin.

So, gear up, my fellow financial daredevils, 'cause we're about to learn how to use those laws to our advantage and show those banks who's boss. It's time to unleash your inner money-savvy superhero and make that debt disappear like it owes you money – which, in a way, it does! 

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4) It Takes Money To Make Money -

Ah, my fellow financial adventurers, we've been on quite the ride learning how to escape the clutches of debt. But hold onto your chimichangas because here's a nugget of wisdom you can take to the bank: "It takes money to make money."

I can hear you now, saying, "Wait, I barely have enough money as it is, and this sounds like a frustrating cycle with no light at the end of the tunnel." Well, don't worry, we've got your back. We've already shared some sneaky tricks to cut those expenses and even unearthed some hidden freebies you didn't know existed.

Now, let's talk about debt, my friends – there are two kinds. First, there's the bad debt, the kind that's like an anchor dragging you down. Think credit card bills and car payments; these are what we call expenses, and most of you are probably stuck in this quagmire.

But then, there's the good debt – yeah, you heard me right, good debt. This is the kind of debt that puts money back in your pocket. Let me tell you about one of my mentors, the guy had a hefty $90,000 in student loans and another $90,000 in credit card debt, a grand total of $180,000 in debt.

But here's where things get interesting – he went even deeper into debt by investing $8,000 in an income opportunity, and guess what? In just 30 days, that investment churned out a cool $10,000.

Now, why am I telling you this? Because that good debt, the kind that pays you, was used to slay the bad debt dragon. It's like a sword that slices through your financial enemies.

You see, the rich aren't working themselves to the bone; they're putting their money to work for them. Instead of burning the midnight oil, they're investing their hard-earned cash in various opportunities, letting it do the heavy lifting.

So there you have it, folks – a lesson straight from the financial playbook of the rich. It's time to let your money do the talking and make your fortune work for you by visiting http://businesscapital.alphalifestyleacademy.com Let's unleash the power of good debt and make some serious financial waves! 

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In the book “Our Oriental Heritage” by Will Durrant wrote that a “A nation is born stoic, and dies epicurean” the stoics put off the comforts of the day for a future reward, and the epicureans believed to live for the day.

America was founded on these stoic beliefs and in 1905 American became the richest country in the world. In fact America became the richest country that had ever existed on the face of this earth however, just like every nation, America too will die epicurean. Today there are 12 other nations that are richer than the United States.

Americans had a standard of excellence. However, instead of being the best we got comfortable with the idea of just being good enough. This lowering of standards have impacted almost every area of our lives including…

Economist Paul Krugman has said in his Master Class speech that when he was growing up nobody was overly concerned getting rich because everyone was going to win. Earl Nightengale in his book “The Strangest Secret” which was published in 1957 that the American economy has been designed for you not to fail. 

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In fact to live the lifestyle of a middle class family 1960 you would have to earn between $180,000 to $1,000,000 a year as of the year 2015. 

Because of this lowering of standards too many people have gotten soft and live for the day and not where those choices you make will lead you to tomorrow.

What it means to be average

Being average, at one time use to be something to be proud of. A term that many from my parents generation is familiar with is “An Honest Days Pay, For An Honest Days Work” however, many people started losing for shortcuts. 

 People started to look for work where they could get paid as much as they could for the lest amount of work. You may have heard companies owners say “It’s Hard To Find Good Help”. So many of them began to user cut there customers. Destroying the trust businesses had with their customers. 

To be average no longer means what it once meant

America use to lead the word in it’s academic skills. However, The article from https://www.wyliecomm.com/2019/03/us-literacy-rate/ points out that the average American has a 3rd grade reading level.

According to an article from https://www.inc.com/bill-murphy-jr/just-how-fat-are-americans-a-stunning-new-government-study-just-revealed-truth.html which shows that in 1960 the average adult man weight 166 lbs. However, by 2016 the average man weighs 197.9 lbs.

Body Mass Index (BMI) rose from 27.8 to 29.1 for men since 2000, and from 28.2 to 29.6 for women. A normal or healthy BMI is supposed to be between 18.5 and 24.9.

Body fat leads to a number of life threading illnesses. If you are average you will probably die from heart disease, cancer, chronic lower respiratory diseases, stroke, and unintentional injuries. Together they accounted for 63 percent of all U.S. deaths
( See article: https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2014/p0501-preventable-deaths.html) 

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a median personal income of $865 weekly for all full-time workers in 2017. The U.S Bureau of the Census has the annual median personal income at $31,099 in 2016. Real per-capita disposable income was $45,646 as of October, 2019.  (See article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_income_in_the_United_States )

The median household income hit $61,372 in 2017, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That's almost $20,000 more than it was in 2000. But the typical American household now carries an average debt of $137,063. The median debt was only $50,971 in 2000.

Again, to live the lifestyle of a middle class family you need to earn between $180,000 - $1,000,000 a year. The number #1 reason for divorce is neglect due to over working and money is the #1 reason for divorce.

The average age for a couple going through a first divorce is 30 years old and 60% of divorces involve spouses who are between the ages of 25 and 39. Women are more likely to file for divorce than men and the divorce rate is highest for African-American women aged 50 to 59. 

https://www.thebalance.com/how-long-do-average-u-s-marriages-last-4590261

Divorce has more than doubled since 1960 as the following article from https://www.nationalaffairs.com/publications/detail/the-evolution-of-divorce points out. We will not going into it in this article but children need both parents in their lives to grow up productive. Can they survive with one? Yes, but studies have proven to for a child to live up to their potential they need both parents during their formative years. 

The average American use to spend 6 hours watching TV every night however, instead of TV people have switch it to watch movies, youtube video or playing games on their phone.

According to an article published at https://www.marketwatch.com/story/people-are-spending-most-of-their-waking-hours-staring-at-screens-2018-08-01 American adults spend more than 11 hours per day. That's up from nine hours, 32 minutes just four years ago

So when you break this down, the average American is lazy, sick, fat, broke, and dumb!

Past of our mission is to help raise you up to be ranked in the top 10 percent of the highest performers in all areas of your life. As you saw in our module “Learning To Live” most people will only try to fix their problems once they are in enough pain. But most people will only work on themselves lessen the pain but once the pain has subsided enough they will go back to their normal everyday of life where they will spend most of their time trying to escape their problem rather than doing something about them. 

I was not alive at the time but my parents told me in the 1960’s people did not complain about that someone else was doing better than they were. People complain about how someone else is richer than they are and that they are not rich. Today people complain about the privileges you have that they don’t have such as white privledge, their also those who claim if you are thin you are privileged as the following articles at https://everydayfeminism.com/2012/11/20-examples-of-thin-privilege/ points out.

Yes, there are situations that may be out of your control that makes things more difficult for example Because of lowering our standards of excellence if you are average you are more likely to die before the average of 75 of diabetes, cancer or other lifestyle illnesses however, this does not mean it is out of your control.

You perhaps have adapted to the modern culture and have wimped out refusing to take responsibility for your action. We are all born with certain gifts and disadvantages the key is to use your gifts to your advantage.

Your disadvantages may not be your fault but it is your responsibility to overcome them. To become truly successful you must become what we call in the module “Learning To Live” as a high performer.

These are people who already have a pretty good life, but they are always seeking ways to improve their life, because they know on average a person will experience a major tradgeity every 18 months.

So unlike most people instead of waiting for a problem to occur theses people try to solve their minor problems before they turn into big problems.

Many of these people are less educated, less connected, have less money, and came from more dysfunctional families than your but still managed to overcome every obstinate they came up against to become a high performer.

When someone tries to develop some area of their life most people fail. But when you stick with it long enough, your odds of success greatly increases as you saw in the article “The Odds Are Against You”. This is especially true when you combine it with the right knowledge.

For example we know that most marriages end in divorce however, The Gottman Institute has studied married couple for over 30 years which can pinpoint with 94% accuracy of whether a couple will stay married by the couples fighting style.

So it is not enough to say that majority of marriages end in divorce but what are the things that over time that lead to the divorce? The same is true when you talk about diets that failed, money issues, business failures.

When people fail at anything it is because of one of the 33 reason they failed. However, there are 17 principles that cause people to succeed.

So our goal is to develop you into a high performer.