Are You Experiencing Financial Challenges Now While Living in New York City?

[Contributing Editor]

Key Points:

• New York City Governor Kathy Hochul and the Federal Highway Administration has recently approves a $23 toll on people who intend to drive into midtown Manhattan, thus causing strain on the pockets of the working class who live paycheck to paycheck.

• City, state, and under the table workers throughout the five boroughs of the Empire state often struggle to make ends meet.

From 1959 to 1994, the mother of the founder of this site once worked for the City of New York for the Agency for Child Development. She worked paycheck for paycheck for the duration of her 35 year career. When she moved to New York City in 1950, she resided in the Cooper Park projects, located in the Greenpoint section of Brooklyn near the Kosciuszko Bridge.


Cooper Park, located in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, has a rich history intertwined with the development and growth of the community.


Here is a brief history of the Cooper Park projects:


Early History: Greenpoint, originally settled by the Dutch in the 17th century, evolved into a predominantly industrial area by the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As factories and warehouses proliferated, the need for recreational spaces became apparent. In response, the City of Brooklyn, before its consolidation into New York City, acquired land in the early 1900s to establish a public park.


Establishment of Cooper Park: In 1910, the newly formed Brooklyn Department of Parks and Recreation purchased land to create Cooper Park. The park was named in honor of Peter J. Cooper, a prominent industrialist and philanthropist, known for founding Cooper Union in Manhattan. Cooper Park, initially spanning 5 acres, was designed as a green oasis for the growing community.


Expansion and Development: Over the years, Cooper Park underwent several expansions and improvements. In the 1930s, additional land was acquired, increasing the park's size to 10 acres. The Works Progress Administration (WPA), a New Deal agency, played a significant role in developing the park during this period. WPA workers constructed recreational facilities, including a pool, a playground, and a fieldhouse, which further enhanced the park's appeal.


Urban Renewal and the Cooper Park Houses: In the mid-20th century, Greenpoint, like many urban neighborhoods, experienced various challenges related to disinvestment and urban decay. To address the pressing need for affordable housing, the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) initiated the Cooper Park Houses project. Construction of the public housing development began in the late 1950s and was completed in the early 1960s. The Cooper Park Houses consisted of multiple high-rise apartment buildings, providing affordable housing options for low-income residents.


Recent Revitalization Efforts: In recent years, Cooper Park has seen renewed interest and investment in revitalizing its facilities and enhancing its green spaces. Community groups, local organizations, and government agencies have collaborated on improvement projects, including playground renovations, the installation of new sports fields, and the restoration of the park's natural features. These efforts have aimed to create a more welcoming and vibrant recreational space for the Greenpoint community.


Today, Cooper Park remains an integral part of the Greenpoint neighborhood, serving as a gathering place for residents of all ages. With its diverse amenities, including sports fields, playgrounds, and a pool, the park continues to provide opportunities for recreation, socialization, and community engagement.





After she moved out of Cooper Park projects in Greenpoint Brooklyn, she relocated to Flatbush. Not just anywhere in Flatbush, but Newkirk Avenue and East 25th Street in Albina Court Apartments:





She continued working paycheck to paycheck for the city of New York, often standing in people's faces on payday asking to borrow money. As she was blessed throughout her career to retire in 1994, everyone she borrowed money from never told her no, nor did they tell her the amount she requested to borrow was too much. She struggled to make ends meet while living on Newkirk Avenue in Flatbush Brooklyn, until she got married in 1980 and moved further up in Flatbush not far from Midwood High School and Brooklyn College.


If you're currently working paycheck to paycheck and struggling financially, read these 100 positive affirmations to help you get through the New York hustle and bustle. As they always say....if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere:

1. I am resilient and capable of overcoming any financial challenge.
2. I believe in my ability to find creative solutions to improve my financial situation.
3. New York City has endless opportunities, and I am ready to seize them.
4. I trust that my determination and hard work will lead me to financial success.
5. I have a strong support system in New York City that will help me through this challenging time.
6. I am grateful for the opportunities and experiences that living in New York City has provided me.
7. I am worthy of financial abundance and prosperity.
8. My financial struggles are temporary, and I am moving towards a brighter future.
9. I am resourceful and can find innovative ways to increase my income.
10. I am open to new possibilities and opportunities that will improve my financial situation.
11. I am not defined by my financial challenges but by my resilience and perseverance.
12. I have the power to attract financial abundance into my life.
13. I am capable of making wise financial decisions that will benefit me in the long run.
14. I release any limiting beliefs about money and embrace a mindset of abundance.
15. I am surrounded by a city full of potential and prosperity.
16. I am grateful for the lessons that financial challenges have taught me.
17. I am worthy of financial stability and security.
18. I have the skills and talents necessary to create a prosperous future for myself.
19. I am not alone in my financial struggles, and there are resources available to help me.
20. I trust in my ability to manifest financial abundance in my life.
21. I have the courage to face my financial challenges head-on and find solutions.
22. I am deserving of financial success, and I will achieve it.
23. I am constantly learning and growing, which will positively impact my financial situation.
24. I attract positive financial opportunities into my life effortlessly.
25. I have the strength to overcome any financial obstacle that comes my way.
26. I am grateful for the financial blessings that are coming my way.
27. I am patient and persistent in my pursuit of financial freedom.
28. I trust that the universe is conspiring in my favor to bring me financial prosperity.
29. I am in control of my financial future, and I choose abundance.
30. I release any fear or anxiety about money and welcome financial abundance into my life.
31. I am surrounded by a community that supports and uplifts me during my financial challenges.
32. I have the power to transform my financial situation through my thoughts and actions.
33. I am grateful for the lessons learned from my financial challenges as they have made me stronger.
34. I trust in the divine timing of my financial success.
35. I am open to receiving unexpected financial blessings from various sources.
36. I am confident in my ability to manage my finances wisely.
37. I release any feelings of scarcity and embrace a mindset of abundance.
38. I am resourceful and find innovative ways to save and invest my money.
39. I am grateful for the opportunities that arise from my financial challenges.
40. I am worthy of financial independence and financial security.
41. I attract lucrative opportunities that align with my passions and skills.
42. I am grateful for the financial support and generosity that comes my way.
43. I have the courage to ask for help and support when I need it.
44. I am not defined by my financial circumstances but by my resilience and determination.
45. I am surrounded by abundance, and it flows into my life effortlessly.
46. I trust in the process and know that financial success is on its way to me.
47. I am capable of managing my finances wisely and making sound financial decisions.
48. I release any feelings of guilt or shame about my financial situation.
49. I am grateful for the opportunities that New York City offers to improve my financial status.
50. I have the power to create a life of financial freedom and abundance.
51. I am open to receiving financial guidance and advice that will help me on my journey.
52. I am grateful for the lessons I've learned from my financial challenges, as they have made me wiser.
53. I have the skills and knowledge to build wealth and create a prosperous future.
54. I am deserving of financial stability and success.
55. I am grateful for the support and encouragement I receive from my loved ones during my financial challenges.
56. I trust that my financial struggles are temporary and that better times are ahead.
57. I am resourceful and can find ways to cut expenses and increase my savings.
58. I attract financial opportunities that align with my values and goals.
59. I am worthy of abundance in all areas of my life, including my finances.
60. I have a positive mindset that attracts prosperity and financial well-being.
61. I release any attachment to financial struggles and welcome financial abundance into my life.
62. I am grateful for the experiences and opportunities that have shaped me during my financial challenges.
63. I have the power to create a life of financial freedom and security.
64. I trust in my ability to manage my finances responsibly and make wise financial choices.
65. I am open to receiving unexpected windfalls and financial blessings.
66. I release any negative beliefs about money and replace them with positive affirmations of abundance.
67. I am grateful for the strength and resilience that my financial challenges have cultivated within me.
68. I have the skills and talents necessary to attract lucrative opportunities.
69. I am deserving of financial success and prosperity.
70. I am open to receiving help and support from others to improve my financial situation.
71. I trust that the universe is working in my favor to bring me financial abundance.
72. I am constantly learning and growing, which positively impacts my financial journey.
73. I release any fear or doubt about my financial future and embrace a mindset of abundance.
74. I am grateful for the financial opportunities that come my way.
75. I am worthy of financial stability, security, and success.
76. I have the power to turn my financial challenges into stepping stones for success.
77. I trust that my hard work and dedication will lead me to financial freedom.
78. I am resourceful and can find innovative ways to generate income.
79. I am grateful for the support and encouragement I receive from my community in New York City.
80. I have the courage to take risks and pursue opportunities that can improve my financial situation.
81. I release any negative energy around money and embrace a positive and abundant mindset.
82. I am open to receiving financial blessings from unexpected sources.
83. I am capable of making wise financial decisions that benefit my long-term goals.
84. I am worthy of financial prosperity and abundance.
85. I trust that my financial struggles are temporary and that better times are coming.
86. I am resourceful and can find ways to save money and reduce expenses.
87. I am grateful for the opportunities and experiences that living in New York City brings, even during financial challenges.
88. I have the power to manifest financial abundance into my life.
89. I am confident in my ability to navigate through my financial challenges and emerge stronger.
90. I release any limiting beliefs about money and embrace a mindset of limitless possibilities.
91. I am grateful for the support and love that surrounds me during my financial journey.
92. I have the skills and talents to create wealth and financial freedom.
93. I am deserving of financial stability and success, regardless of my current circumstances.
94. I trust in the process of life and know that everything is working out for my highest good.
95. I am open to receiving guidance and inspiration that will lead me to financial prosperity.
96. I am grateful for the opportunities that arise from my financial challenges, as they allow me to grow and evolve.
97. I have the courage to face my financial difficulties with grace and resilience.
98. I am not defined by my financial situation but by my determination and perseverance.
99. I am surrounded by a city full of possibilities and opportunities for financial growth.
100. I am grateful for the financial abundance that is flowing into my life.

Don't allow anything you're experiencing living in Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, Bronx, nor Manhattan bring you down. If you're doing your best to make ends meet and you earn an honest living, be thankful for the little bit of money you're generating. Bringing in an honest penny is better than bringing in big bucks illegitimately.


Let these positive quotes for New Yorkers be an upliftment and keep you moving forward.