The Dumb Little Man has written another great "how-to" article titled Seven Good Lessons from the Great Depression.
I think the money quote is "check your ego at the door." Although it’s used to refer to the important issue of getting an odd-job somewhere, I think it’s practical in all struggling financial situations. Take a moment to examine things as they are, then check your ego, and examine them with some humility. Often, we’re too stubborn to admit we made some mistakes.