Complaining and blaming is a focus on the past, and
worry is a fear of the future, neither of which generates
money in the present. In fact, worry actually keeps
money away by creating a negative energy field. People
do not like being around or doing business with grumpy,
depressed, or complaining people. Complaining and
blaming guarantees that you will continue to be victim
to your financial circumstances.
Many people complain, blame and worry about money because
it is a habit or they are filling up empty mind time
Spending emotional time and energy complaining, blaming
and worrying, actually drains energy that could be
used productively to generate money.
Eliminate the need to be right about
receiving/generating money.
Most people have blinders on when considering options
for generating and receiving money. Thinking that
money is generated only by a paycheck closes down the
creative flow of money. Insisting on being right about
the way we think money is generated or received is
limiting in some very significant ways. A box is created
around our financial well being that is defined by
our beliefs, judgments, and assumptions. How many
times do you keep money away because of some belief
about pride or being selfish? Say 'yes' to gifts of
money. Send yourself and the Universe a message that
you are open and willing to receive money.
Be current and complete on all financial
transactions.
Avoiding unresolved financial matters, such as old debts,
is like carrying around a ball and chain of the past.
Stay up-to-date and pay attention to money details.
Open and pay bills in a timely manner. Balance check
books and keep your financial house in order. Avoidance
and denial blocks the ease and flow of money in some
very significant ways.
Think before you buy or do not spend
at all.
Appreciation and gratitude for the abundance that you
already have brings more comfort and peace than comfort
shopping. Compulsive, impulsive spending usually leads
to guilt and regret, giving the subconscious mind a
powerful negative money message. Be a good steward
of the resources with which you are already blessed.
Enjoy the new things you buy with a spirit of peace
and gratitude.
A credit card is in reality an unsecured, interest-bearing
30-day loan. A recent newspaper article posed the
following question: "How long would it take to repay
a $5,000 credit card balance by paying the minimum
amount due each month at an average 17% interest?"
The answer? "It would take more than 40 years." You
may find it beneficial to take credit cards out of
your wallet and use them only when you make a
conscious decision to do so. Better yet, take a six-month
breather from using credit cards for consumer purchases.
Communicate openly and honestly with
yourself and others.
Money is one of our last taboos making honest communications
difficult. It is a highly charged, emotional subject
that is often especially volatile among family and
spouses. Many people get themselves into money stress
rather than tell the financial truth to themselves
and others. Willingness to see the truth, speak from
the heart (without stories that keep the truth hidden),
and with kindness and respect to others and ourselves
makes it safe to have massive amounts of money.
Trust yourself to make wise decisions.
All financial decisions are made with inadequate information
since none of us can tell the future. Most people
make the best decision they can with the information
they have. Second-guessing and ruminating over past
mistakes is a waste of valuable time and energy. Give
yourself time to evaluate, consider, and trust yourself,
and then take the next step. Trust your own process,
and be gentle with yourself. When you gain confidence
in your ability to truly trust yourself, you can trust
yourself to have all the money you desire.
Take appropriate action when off
principle.
As you take these principles into your
heart, you may notice times when you are off-track,
or have not paid sufficient attention to one or several
of the principles. Take immediate action to move back
into alignment with these principles. Allow them to
be used as valuable learning tools. They will lead,
guide and direct you along the path to true wealth.
The founder of Wealth
and Wisdom Seminars, Marilyn August is a professional speaker and master
facilitator who develops her seminars with the passion of personal experience
and the expertise of over twenty years in adult education.
She holds a Masters degree in Education
from Northern Illinois University, and has designed,
developed and presented training programs to major
corporations including American Honda Motor Company,
AST Research, Inc., AAA Chicago Motor Club and Chevron
Oil.
Known for her light-hearted, pragmatic,
yet deeply personal approach to financial success,
Marilyn's quest for emotional and financial freedom
has led to the discovery of a number of principles,
techniques and tools that have helped thousands of
people achieve financial well-being.
A featured columnnist for Living
Better Magazine in San Diego, California, Marilyn's
book, "Sound bites for Healthy Wealthy Living"
is a simple, easy to read booklet that's full of inspiring
ideas and words of money wisdom. If you would like
to receive a complimentary copy of " Soundbites
for Healthy, Wealthy Living" Email Marilyn at
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