14. Heart Disease
Chronic stress from extreme poverty, being trapped in a job you hate or other financial issues you feel like you can’t escape can lead to heart disease. “It’s very hard on your heart,” Gresham said.
“People often think the solution to financial problems is to get more money,” Gresham said. “Often times, it’s to manage stress better so you don’t create more financial problems.”
So when you find yourself getting tense or angry when things don’t go your way, calm yourself by taking deep breaths. Look for other ways to reduce your stress, such as exercise. And get medical help to help prevent a heart attack.