Finances often top the list when it comes to sources of stress and anxiety. In recent studies, as many as 50-60 percent of Americans report feeling anxious or stressed when thinking about or discussing their personal finances. And it’s easy to see why! Financial security plays a critical role in our physical, mental, and emotional well-being, so concerns about money can feel huge and overwhelming. But while certain factors—food and gas prices, housing costs, the state of the economy—are out of our individual control, there are lots of ways to get a hold of your finances—and your stress!