MONEY MINDSET

Prosperity begins with hope, is fueled by an intentional money mindset, and results in actions that align with opportunities to thrive.

Redefining Prosperity:
* Prosperity is more than just financial wealth. It's about a sense of well-being, thriving, good fortune, and favor. It's tied to a feeling of success and a positive life experience.
* The etymology of "prosper" connects it to "forward-looking hope." This contrasts with the modern, often culturally-driven, association of prosperity solely with money and material possessions.
* True prosperity involves recognizing that money is a vehicle to achieving your goals, not the goal itself. It enables you to pursue what truly brings you joy and meaning.
The Importance of Meaning and Influence:
* Prosperity is deeply connected to finding meaning in what you do. This can be through your work, family, community, or spiritual life. Identifying what brings you joy is foundational to a prosperous mindset.
* Influence, the ability to positively impact others, is a key aspect of prosperity. This can be through sharing your gifts, talents, and resources. It's about having an overflow to give to others.
* Even in the face of loss (like the house fire example), finding connection, meaning, and the ability to influence others can create a sense of prosperity.
Cultivating a Prosperous Mindset:
* A prosperous mindset stems from hope and an anticipation of good things. It's about having a forward-looking perspective.
* It requires an examination of your heart and understanding what truly makes you happy, rather than simply pursuing cultural expectations or "keeping up with the Joneses."
* Fun to be with is a great way to encapsulate prosperity. It brings life, energy, and hope to others. It's a starting point for experiencing and sharing prosperity.

    • Catherine King’s Paths to Prosperity
      Walking in hope you can thrive where you are when you redefine prosperity beyond what your wallet looks like, but based on what your heart looks like. 

    • Robin Sharma’s The Wealth Money Can't Buy
      Broadening the expanse of where prosperity finds its limits, you can expand your quality of life in eight different areas Robin discusses. 

    • Morgan Housel’s The Psychology of Money
      Your financial personality plays a big role in how you work with money and this book gives an amazing overview of what that means.