Many teachers are recognizing that our mindset is the key to a
successful money management system. I help my clients set up successful
money management systems, starting with evaluating and changing their
mindset.
The question is... What are you focusing on? What are your thoughts when it comes to money? Are your thoughts constantly directing you to see what is possible, or are they keeping you in the loop of doubt and /or feeling like you should be doing more? Do you say things like "I am doing all I can and nothing is changing"?
The fact that these questions are being asked allows for the opportunity to truly evaluate your relationship to money in general, and more specifically to your personal relationship. If we believed we were getting everything we wanted, we would not be asking these questions. Do we deserve to have what we want in our lives? For some, this takes thinking 'outside the box'. Knowing deep down we do deserve happiness keeps many of us searching for the answer that will get us to where we are wanting to BE.
Our mindset is something we can change. Let's use the example "I'm not making enough money". It is a classic example of wanting and not having. What we want costs more than we currently have. This may be true, and sounds like something we cannot change because we believe the excuses we recite are real. We have 'bought into' and so keep alive statements like "the economy is bad", something we are reminded of everyday, and even repeat them to others.
When you think the thought 'the economy is bad', can you see or feel your mind searching and finding events in your life and/or other people's lives that support that belief? We'd probably argue the reality of our situation and if that thought and feeling is left unchecked, the next thought could be "and things are getting worse". Now your imagination goes to work and starts producing fearful outcomes (that haven't materialized yet) and you can feel the fear in your body. Your stomach is in a knot, your heart starts to race, or however you feel that fearful emotion. It all feels very real, doesn't it? Do those negative thoughts support you in moving to where you want to be? NO!
It is very hard to see a solution when we are spiraling into a negative state of mind. It becomes our mindset, but we can change our mindset. It is easier to be negative when we are not aligned with our goal. Some of us may experience that negative "chatter" when reading this article. It takes focus and commitment, and in most cases, someone who can teach a workable way to change.
If the stories we heard from early childhood to the present do not support our desire, it is time to let them go. If we can be in the present we can change our beliefs. Many of us are being asked to change our minds on so many issues and levels of consciousness. Imagine if we couldn't change our beliefs and habits, where we would be? It's time to make the difference we want in our lives.
The first step is recognizing how thoughts, beliefs and habits affect our lives.
There are many processes that help achieve lasting changes to our mindset.
When it comes to our relationship with money, creating new habits that support what we want will keep us moving forward. An effective money management system is crucial to committing to the changes we make to our mindset. Wealthy people are not smarter, they are better at managing their money.
Changing our mindset is supported by a functioning money management system. Getting clear on where we are now, for both income and outflow, is very liberating (although it can be uncomfortable as well). Our finances are worth thoroughly evaluating!
What does one include in this evaluation? Here is a list of things to start the process: Do you know how much you spend each month on your rent/mortgage? Utilities? Car payment? Car maintenance? Insurances (car, home, medical, dental)? Food? Home repairs? Grooming? Hobbies? Coffees and lunches? Eating out, including fast food? Internet services? TV computer apps, programs? Tithing? Doctors? Dentist? And whatever you spend your money on?
Many of us know the "big ticket" items, they stare us in the face, but what about the little bits here and there? They add up! Are you putting money aside for life's emergencies? Are you falling behind each month because you truly don't know where your money goes? What about funds for gifts throughout the year, are you putting money aside for those?
All of this can seem overwhelming and that is why it SO IMPORTANT to get real about your money, your beliefs about money, and what YOUR possibilities are. When you see where you are and can accept it... then change can happen.
Having a money management system in place and keeping your mindset working FOR you and not against you is key to changing your relationship with your money.
For those things in life that are important, we consciously set an intention and do things that support our intention. With money, this is very important. Are you wanting to survive or are you wanting to thrive? We all want to be happy and I believe that is our right as Beings here and now. Check your negative beliefs at the door and accept your opportunity to make changes. Start a better relationship with your money, it will pay you dividends.
The question is... What are you focusing on? What are your thoughts when it comes to money? Are your thoughts constantly directing you to see what is possible, or are they keeping you in the loop of doubt and /or feeling like you should be doing more? Do you say things like "I am doing all I can and nothing is changing"?
The fact that these questions are being asked allows for the opportunity to truly evaluate your relationship to money in general, and more specifically to your personal relationship. If we believed we were getting everything we wanted, we would not be asking these questions. Do we deserve to have what we want in our lives? For some, this takes thinking 'outside the box'. Knowing deep down we do deserve happiness keeps many of us searching for the answer that will get us to where we are wanting to BE.
Our mindset is something we can change. Let's use the example "I'm not making enough money". It is a classic example of wanting and not having. What we want costs more than we currently have. This may be true, and sounds like something we cannot change because we believe the excuses we recite are real. We have 'bought into' and so keep alive statements like "the economy is bad", something we are reminded of everyday, and even repeat them to others.
When you think the thought 'the economy is bad', can you see or feel your mind searching and finding events in your life and/or other people's lives that support that belief? We'd probably argue the reality of our situation and if that thought and feeling is left unchecked, the next thought could be "and things are getting worse". Now your imagination goes to work and starts producing fearful outcomes (that haven't materialized yet) and you can feel the fear in your body. Your stomach is in a knot, your heart starts to race, or however you feel that fearful emotion. It all feels very real, doesn't it? Do those negative thoughts support you in moving to where you want to be? NO!
It is very hard to see a solution when we are spiraling into a negative state of mind. It becomes our mindset, but we can change our mindset. It is easier to be negative when we are not aligned with our goal. Some of us may experience that negative "chatter" when reading this article. It takes focus and commitment, and in most cases, someone who can teach a workable way to change.
If the stories we heard from early childhood to the present do not support our desire, it is time to let them go. If we can be in the present we can change our beliefs. Many of us are being asked to change our minds on so many issues and levels of consciousness. Imagine if we couldn't change our beliefs and habits, where we would be? It's time to make the difference we want in our lives.
The first step is recognizing how thoughts, beliefs and habits affect our lives.
There are many processes that help achieve lasting changes to our mindset.
When it comes to our relationship with money, creating new habits that support what we want will keep us moving forward. An effective money management system is crucial to committing to the changes we make to our mindset. Wealthy people are not smarter, they are better at managing their money.
Changing our mindset is supported by a functioning money management system. Getting clear on where we are now, for both income and outflow, is very liberating (although it can be uncomfortable as well). Our finances are worth thoroughly evaluating!
What does one include in this evaluation? Here is a list of things to start the process: Do you know how much you spend each month on your rent/mortgage? Utilities? Car payment? Car maintenance? Insurances (car, home, medical, dental)? Food? Home repairs? Grooming? Hobbies? Coffees and lunches? Eating out, including fast food? Internet services? TV computer apps, programs? Tithing? Doctors? Dentist? And whatever you spend your money on?
Many of us know the "big ticket" items, they stare us in the face, but what about the little bits here and there? They add up! Are you putting money aside for life's emergencies? Are you falling behind each month because you truly don't know where your money goes? What about funds for gifts throughout the year, are you putting money aside for those?
All of this can seem overwhelming and that is why it SO IMPORTANT to get real about your money, your beliefs about money, and what YOUR possibilities are. When you see where you are and can accept it... then change can happen.
Having a money management system in place and keeping your mindset working FOR you and not against you is key to changing your relationship with your money.
For those things in life that are important, we consciously set an intention and do things that support our intention. With money, this is very important. Are you wanting to survive or are you wanting to thrive? We all want to be happy and I believe that is our right as Beings here and now. Check your negative beliefs at the door and accept your opportunity to make changes. Start a better relationship with your money, it will pay you dividends.
Irene Neale is a financial mindset and management consultant
supporting motivated couples and individuals to move from anxiety about
their finances to being conscious and confident. By integrating a simple
miraculous money management system and mindset retraining, become the
master of your money. Irene's program has three components. The first is
an agreement to change the way you DO your finances and assess where
you are financially, mentally and emotionally. The second component is
creating a management system specific to the couple or individual and
the third is a six week program of weekly 1 hour sessions to make sure
their personalized money management system "sticks". Get a complimentary
consultation by calling Irene at (707) 337-9013 PDT or visit her
website: http://www.howtomastermoney.com
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