When it comes to positive affirmations, abundance rules the day. How come? Well, think about what you want. Chances are it's an abundance of something -- whether health, money, love, time, sleep, or maybe even adventure. In other words, becoming the master of abundance can lead to many other delightful surprises!
In pursuit of abundance, however, sometimes things happen. We temporarily get off track. If you're like me, there are even occasions when your mind might trick you into thinking non-abundantly. Just in case you're ripe for an abundance tune-up, here are a few common traps -- and some affirmations you can use to get past them.
Anti-abundance trap #1: Overworking; belief that massive hard work is the source of your good. It's tempting, isn't it? To think that the "cure" for your lack of abundant feelings is to put your nose to the grindstone and work even harder. While it's true that some activity on your part is helpful, compulsive overwork is not the answer. In fact, when you overwork to the point of exhaustion, it's like a neon sign to the abundance vibration that you don't belong. Watch out for these signs that you've crossed into overwork:
* You're tired. It feels like there's so much to do every day that you don't have time to sleep.
* Your co-workers have all gone home. You're stuck at the office. Again.
* You overhear yourself thinking "No matter how tired I am, I've just got to do this one more thing! There are bills to be paid!"
When you compromise your health and well-being in favor of even more work, it reinforces a belief in lack. Switch to the abundant side with a positive statement like this:
* My day flows easily. I am relaxed and balanced.
* I value and enjoy both work and play.
* I am a more effective creator when I'm well rested.
Anti-abundance trap #2: Looking to the past as a basis for what you expect to arise in the future. Perhaps when you look back on your past, you're not entirely pleased by what you see. Perhaps you even dwell on past mistakes, as though they were failures. Watch out for these signs of an orientation toward the past:
* You hear yourself talk about the challenges your parents faced, or about how it was when you were growing up.
* You feel the need to remind yourself frequently about the size of your debt or the challenges you have meeting your day-to-day needs.
* You continuously replay past mistakes in your mind, wishing things had gone differently.
It's tempting to assume that your life will continue as it's always been; that no change is possible. Of course that's not the truth. You can re-invent yourself any time you want! Jump-start the new you with some affirmations like these:
* I begin fresh every day.
* My moment of power is right now.
* If I truly desire it, I have the ability to create it.
* Wonderful surprises are coming into my life now!
Anti-abundance trap #3: Hoarding. Again, this is about the balance. Wasting precious resources is disrespectful. Recycling is divine. Yet hoarding says, "I'll never again be able to afford to buy this object. I'd better guard it carefully." Hoarding stops the flow of abundant energy. Watch for these signs that it may be time to let go:
* Your closet is filled with clothing you no longer wear.
* Your basement or garage is filled with boxes of things you haven't used in decades.
* You bookshelves are filled with volumes you haven't read or referred to in years. In fact, you aren't even interested in some of those subjects any more!
* It's hard to walk through the living room.
When you believe that the things you really need are always available, it's easier to let your old "stuff" go. If you should happen to give away a book you later wish to re-read, another copy will find its way to you. Who could benefit from the energy you are hanging on to? Think generosity. It feels good (and very abundant) to share.
* Energy and objects flow easily through my life as they are needed.
* My needs and desires are perfectly fulfilled!
* The things I have outgrown find their way easily into the lives of people who need them now.
If you ever have doubt that abundance is natural, watch the trees leaf out in the spring. Put in a vegetable garden. Share of yourself and notice how great it feels. Abundantly so!
Elizabeth Eckert coaxes, cajoles, and gently guides the creation of healing intent. She's the founder of http://www.wordcures.com and author of Word Cures: How to Keep Stupid Excuses From Sabotaging Your Health. Begin your self-talk makeover today -- it's simple healthy living
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