Have you ever had a mechanic that was very friendly but unfortunately not so reliable? Maybe it's not a mechanic; it could be any other service provider that you knew deep down you needed to let go of but feel guilty in doing so. Let's look at two reasons why you might be holding unto them and why you need to let them go. We all have our security blankets. As children, some of us might have had a toy or other object that we never kept away from us no matter what the circumstance. Being an adult does not mean that this type of behavior vanishes just because we're grown. You might not want to get rid of your mechanic or plumber because they might have worked for your family for generations. It is difficult to fire someone that worked for your father and continued to work for you as you became an adult. You might be so used to that person, that the very idea of not having them providing their service to you, well, saddens you. Let's contemplate another possibility: finding another provider can be a tedious experience, especially if you're a busy individual, and finding time to find a replacement is considered being a hassle. You therefore decide to put up with the lousy services delivered to you and try convincing yourself that " maybe you're being too harsh or that it could be worse ". Well, let me tell you something: if they worked for your family for a long time and you decide to let them go for legitimate reasons, you will probably get sad for a little while and perhaps upset your father or mother a bit, but you will all get over it eventually. Also, if you think that you don't have the time or patience to search for another provider, just remember that putting a little more effort into finding the right person to work for you will be worth it in the long run. We all work hard to make money so let us spend wisely!