In the last edition, The Roots of Prosperity, we looked at the messages we took from our parents about money, spending and prosperity. From these we discovered the current messages we put out to our self and others. Then, we decided which of these are messages we’d like to keep or change and wrote new messages for those. You finished this four-step exercise with something that looks like this:
Example:
Know what/how you spend, owe little, save some.
CHANGE TO: Manage money impeccably, owe only mortgage, save aggressively.
Pay experts for their services and spend that time on doing what you do best.
KEEP
Use money for caring well for yourself.
KEEP
Invest in yourself.
CHANGE TO: Invest in yourself and others in sustainable ways.
I can make good money if I follow my bliss.
CHANGE TO: I am prosperous when I follow my spiritual path.
Now it’s time to anchor these newly intentioned messages into reality.
Step Five – Making Change
To make a change we need to create a practice. Look at each of the messages you want to change and your newly formed language. What can you do now on a regular basis to effect that change?
Example:
Manage money impeccably, owe only mortgage, save aggressively.
To anchor this new message in reality, I intend to do the following:
1. Set aside a half hour each week on my calendar to look at inflows/outflows and budget for the future.
2. Double my monthly savings.
3. Put money from sales of my jewelry into a special savings account.
4. Ask myself this question for each purchase I make: Does this purchase bring me enough delight or return on the investment to merit the number of hours I’ll need to work to pay for it?
Step Six – Enrolling Support
Any change is easier with support. Share with at least two people your discoveries through this exercise. Specifically tell them of your newly changed messages and the ways you intend to anchor them in reality. Arrange with a good friend, your spouse or your coach to hold you accountable for taking these actions.
It is possible to re-program our habitual thoughts and responses so that we shift from living in scarcity to living with prosperity. It all comes down to the messages we put out. Blessings as you effect this change in your life!
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