Loosely

Dental hygienists warn against holding a tooth-brush too tightly.

Why?

A gentle approach cleans plaque without hurting your gums.

A tight grip accelerates gum recession.

Similarly a golfer's grip should be firm but light. Holding too tightly prevents hands from moving correctly during a swing.

Paying off debt, living within our means, paying as we go, and saving for the future are areas to remember light is better than tight.

Pay off debt quickly but enjoy the journey.

Save like mad but don't settle for austere measures.

Live abundantly for less. Don't live less than abundantly.

Uptight situations happen as we hold on too tightly.

Light not tight.

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