Being broke doesn't mean you

cant still have fun

Author

Rob Blades
August 25, 2024

Last night, I was reminded of something truly special.

My sister, her wife, their two kids, my girlfriend, and I gathered together—no one had much money to spend, (shocker)

But the truth is it didn’t matter one bit.

We were all broke, not a penny to scratch our arse with.

And yet what we shared was priceless: laughter, stories, and just being present with one another.

It made me realise that the best moments in life aren’t about what you can buy; they’re about the company you keep.

Sure, it’s nice to be able to give the people you love amazing things, and I can’t wait to do that someday.

But right now, I feel like I am being reminded that some of the most amazing things in life are free.

In Today’s 4-3-2-1:

  • 4 prompts :1 about your past, 2 about present and now, 1 about your future.

  • 3 questions to spark creativity in a world that doesn’t encourage it.

  • 2 affirmations for the week.

  • 1 tool to help with today’s topic.

"Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things."

- Robert Brault.

4 Journal Prompts:

  1. Past Reflection: Think back to when you had very little but experienced a moment of pure joy with loved ones. What made that moment so special?

    • Example: Maybe it was a simple meal shared with friends or a game night with family. Reflect on how those moments felt.

  2. Present Gratitude: Identify a simple joy you experienced this week that didn’t cost a thing. How did it make you feel?

    • Example: Perhaps it was a walk in the park, a heartfelt conversation, or just laughing with someone special.

  3. Present Connection: Consider how you can create meaningful moments with your loved ones right now, without spending money. What simple activities can you enjoy together?

    • Example: Plan a movie night with homemade popcorn, a picnic in the living room, or a storytelling session with your family.

  4. Future Aspiration: Imagine a future where you have more resources. How will you maintain the value of these simple, precious moments even when you can afford more?

    • Example: Commit to always prioritising time and presence over material gifts, ensuring that the connection remains at the heart of your relationships.

3 Questions to Unleash Creativity:

  1. Experience Creation: What’s a creative, no-cost way to spend quality time with your family this weekend?

    • Example: Organise a garden campout with tents made from sheets, or cook a meal together using only what’s in your kitchen (GET CRAZY WITH IT)

  2. Creative Connection: How can you make everyday tasks more fun and engaging for your loved ones?

    • Example: Turn chores into a game or create a family art project using items you already have at home.

  3. Memory Making: How can you document and celebrate these simple moments of joy with your family?

    • Example: Start a family journal or scrapbook to record these memories, or create a “memory jar” where you write down happy moments to revisit later.

2 Affirmations:

“I am rich in love and connection, and I create meaningful moments with those who matter most.”

“The best things in life are free, and I cherish every moment spent with loved ones.”

1 Tool to start Today

MEMORY JAR

This one isnt really a tool, in fact it was inspired by one of the creative questions, once every week.

Get together with your family with your partners, and write a happy memory from that week.

Reminisce on past memories you have together, like that trip you went on even though you probably shouldn’t have done that. (But thought F%#K it)

Laugh and cry at stories told of times of old.

Me and Sarah are going to implement this from Today.

Stay Unapologetically You, Stay Confident, And Be Kind.

Robbo ‘The PVC Chief’ Blades