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If Money Were No Object What Would You Be Doing?
Published on 17 Jan 2009 at 1:44 pm.
11 Comments.
Filed under Attraction,Feature Articles,Personal Development Strategies,Spirituality & Inspiration.
In December, I attended a two-day workshop on Manifestation and Abundance. It was a small group and part of the class included shifting beliefs and attitudes, especially ones that were beneath the surface, in the subconscious. Those deeper beliefs are harder to recover because they are not readily accessible through conscious thinking.
One of the exercises we worked with was asking ourselves the question, “What is it I really desire to manifest? ”
More money? A thriving business? Great vacations? A new car? Weight reduction? Vibrant health? A soul mate…..?
Imagine releasing the genie from the bottle and given limitless wishes. WOW.
We broke into partners to support each other in creating our visions for 2009 (and beyond). What I chose to do was to close my eyes and ask my spirit to create my vision rather than to imagine what I thought I wanted. By inviting my spirit to create the picture of my true desires and having my mind step aside, I watched the vision take deeper form as my partner asked me questions. The clearer you are in what you wish to envision the better the Universe understands your desires!
My vision was very exciting. One thing I saw was sitting at a table with a line of people waiting to have me sign my new book. Their comments and feedback were high praises for the book and I could feel the joy of having accomplished what I intended when I wrote it. I can still feel that joy today because I know that the book is already written energetically and this year I will bring it into reality. (Giving myself a nudge on that one!) I also saw myself at peace and happier than I have ever felt in my life. I can still feel that too! It’s wonderfull.
While we visualized (sensed, saw with inner sight) what we desired to manifest, we were asked this question, “Was there any challenge or obstacle that came up in manifesting this desire?” In other words, anything that posed a potential roadblock? If there was, we were then asked, “How were you able to overcome, heal, resolve, transform (whatever word fits) that…….?” Those questions invited us to see what we might create in our future and showed us the path to overcome, heal, transform, resolve…whatever… before it happens. Have you ever looked at something in your past and said, “If I had known then what I know now….”
When you open to your inner wisdom and spirit and shift into a higher state of consciousness, you can develop the ability to tap into answers that affect future creations.
If there was an abundance of money and there were no obstacles (including yourself!) to have anything you desire, what would you be doing?
- Where would you be living?
- Who would you be with?
- Would your business change? How?
- If you have a job, would you stay or do something else?
- How would your life change?
- Who would you become?
- How would you express your passions?
- How would schedule your time?
- What would you want to learn or teach?
- How would your relationships change?
- What kinds of friendships would you have?
- What would you be saying yes to instead of no?
- Would you have a healthier lifestyle?
- What would you have that you don’t have now?
- How might you share your abundance with the world?
It’s a New Year filled with endless possibilities. The truth is that we are Creators. We are creating our life experiences every moment of every day, often unconsciously.
Visualize and meditate upon your vision. Bring your emotions of joy and gratitude into the picture you create. See it, feel it, believe it.
Write your Thank You Letter to God, read my article about Saying YES with my new video.
Regardless of what is going on in the world and the messages of fear and lack, there is a wealth of abundance within your grasp.
What are some keys to magnetize more good stuff into your life?
Here are a few:
1. Gratitude. Bless everyone and everything even if it is undesired. Look for the blessings and gifts in each experience that invites you to remember who you are. Anger, fear, judgments, resentments create blocks to flow. Genuine gratitude transforms negativity and fears and magnetizes good to us.
2. Embody the qualities of God. Unconditional love with everything and everyone you meet. When you find yourself reacting negatively, ask yourself, “What would love say?” Love is our true nature. Cultivate a loving, compassionate heart and attitude. You’ll see your life blossom.
3. Shift non-serving beliefs and attitudes that create constriction in your life. What you put your attention on, manifests even if is unconscious. Getting to the heart of subconscious beliefs can be tricky because of our conscious mind. Hypnosis and Theta healing are two highly effective modalities to transform beliefs and programs at the subconscious level. (We use those modalities in Aligning With Destiny program beginning Feb. 10, 2009).
4. Extend a hand to others. The UnitedStates was originally founded on the message of Brotherly Love. If you believe that we are all connected as part of the ONE, as I do, then you know that when we help others, we also receive the gifts. Look for opportunites to be of joyfull service to those who would benefit from your support. What goes around, goes around.
5. Follow your intuition. Listen to the nudges and whispers that come from within. Take time for meditation and spiritual practices that reconnect you to The Divine. The Universe is conspiring in your favor to help you have an abundant and happy life. Bring your instincts and intuition into your business practices.
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Cheers,
Lorraine
www.powerfull-living.biz
JobCareerAdvice on 18 Jan 2009 at 6:52 am: 1
Some really thought provoking questions. I like them and shall use them to help create my vision.
Thank you.
Geoff.
lorraine on 18 Jan 2009 at 9:25 am: 2
Thanks Geoff
I have found that when I am clear in knowing what I want and desire, I am able to create it. The more passionate I am about my vision, the more motivated and inspired I feel to GO for it!
Cheers,
Lorraine
Adam on 18 Jan 2009 at 3:59 pm: 3
This is my first time here and I wanted to say how much I enjoyed reading your article. Being aware is for me the most powerful tool at my disposal and enables me to be of service to others whilst truly grateful for all life has to offer. Keep up the good work.
lorraine on 18 Jan 2009 at 4:55 pm: 4
How nice to meet you here Adam
I couldn’t agree more. Self-awareness is what I depend on to “recover” what is real and true for me.
I invite you to look at my new video for some inspiration. Let me know what you think!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99iAIMalbYI
JobCareerAdvice on 19 Jan 2009 at 1:24 am: 5
Lorraine,
I agree with what you are saying. It all makes sense. Thanks again.
Geoff.
maury brooks on 19 Jan 2009 at 9:43 am: 6
Lorraine,
I think you outdid you self on this one. Great article, strong focus. Very easy to follow and connect with.
Happy New Years (belated)
maury
lorraine on 19 Jan 2009 at 3:00 pm: 7
Thank you so much Maury
Some articles just flow so beautifully and this one is a favorite of mine. I am so glad you liked it.
Happy New Year to YOU.
BTW – have you seen my new video? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99iAIMalbYI
Tell me what you think!
Blessings,
Lorraine
Daniel Wiafe on 11 Jul 2011 at 12:49 am: 8
Awesome post Lorraine. I personally think that whenever a person starts to create their dream life… one of the best starting places is “what would you do if money was of no concern”…
Because when it comes down to it… why do we seek to make more money? Because we know it will create freedom, more time with family, happiness, etc.
But I think many times… we get off of focus off of our dreams… and we get too ingrained with pursuing money & have that as the #1 priority, rather than our dreams.
lorraine on 11 Jul 2011 at 11:24 am: 9
Beautiful Daniel. That’s right on. Like you I believe that what we all want most is below what we thing we want. For example we seek money to have allthe things you wrote – happiness, freedom….and we don’t realize that while money can be the pathway to those things we value most, we can have what we want be making different choices that bring our dreams to reality. Happiness is an inside state. More time with the family is about making different time choices…. Thank you for adding your wonderful comments!
Anzo on 17 Jul 2011 at 11:42 pm: 10
thank you for the helpful article that you have posted! am really lost in my life and i been searching up the internet for what exactly do i want to do with my lifeÉ what do i want the most out of lifeÉ is it moneyÉ what do i enjoy the mostÉ I have completed 2 years of college in Human resources but yet i dont enjoy it anymore. Life is tough! i have alot to say about life but am very upset! true words! Just hoping that i could help myself and turn this boring life into something good and exciting! thank you once again for the article it was nice!
lorraine on 18 Jul 2011 at 7:32 am: 11
Many people are asking similar questions Anzo. Theses are powerfull times for introspection and spiritual awakening. I have tons of articles on my blog with many tips and insights. I invite you to come back and look around.