Can you believe it’s Day 17 already?

My mentor and friend Kirt Christensen recommended an excellent book on getting what you want. The book "I am Rich Beyond My Wildest Dreams" remains my favorite book on writing goals.

The author’s instructions on how to write them really drove home the idea of an abundant mindset.

He recommends using a spiral notebook. Write one desire on every other line and on one side of the paper. He said asking God to allow you live abundance starts now by  skipping lines and writing on one side. The inexpensive cost of a spiral notebook make it easy to buy more when you fill it up. I keep a stash of them in my office.

This approach got me thinking about other "small" ways I could start thinking in terms of abundance instead of focusing on lack.  I asked myself the following question: "Am I holding, hording or not using something because I’m afraid I can’t afford to replace it?"

Think Abundance

Wallace D. Wattles said, “"Nature is an inexhaustible storehouse of riches; the supply will never run short."

You probably heard life’s too short… so use good china everyday instead of saving it for those few special occasions. I thought why not… why am I saving it? Lack mentality belief that if it gets broken I can’t afford to replace it. I said to myself, God will provide a way if I need to replace it.

I must admit that while the china does look nice in the china cabinet, it looks much nicer on the table with food on them.  (one caveat, the gold trim requires hand washing them and so does the silver to prevent scratching. Out of laziness I don’t use them everyday but do use them more often than I did in the past)

I love fresh flowers.  So a bouquet of fresh flowers adorns my office desk.

Go Ahead Indulge

Little indulgences can make you feel wealthy. Adding a little luxury in your life is a great way to feel rich. Remember, your subconscious thrives on feeling and emotions.

First I’m not advocating you going into debt.  You can begin to do small, simple things to give you pleasure.  Have fun and enjoy what you have now.
Here are few things to start creating your indulgence list.

• Don’t save your good china, use it.
• A bouquet of fresh flowers does wonders for the soul.
• Use colorful cloth napkins instead of paper ones.
• Scented candles add an elegant touch to any environment
• Take a long luxurious bubble bath.
• Splurge on a silk robe. Silk feels so luxurious against your skin.
• Sip ginger ale or club soda from your crystal champagne flutes.
• Sip red wine from a chilled wine glass while eating a square of deep dark chocolate.
• Treat yourself to a pedicure, massage or facial.
• Read a book
• Meditate

A colleague of mine recommended a new release book from one of her favorite authors. I couldn’t resist her glowing review and headed to the bookstore to purchase Alexandra Stoddard’s "Living a Beautiful Life. 500 Ways to Add Elegance, Order, Beauty and Joy to Every Day of Your Life."

This book is a mainstay in the bathroom library. This 20 year old book still inspires me when I find myself caught up in lack mood. While some of the ideas seem over the top, I find they trigger my imagination.

Consider the things that would make you feel happier about your surroundings. The idea is to have fun and enjoy your life and see yourself as deserving.

Your 21 Day Money Mindset Step:

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See you tomorrow.

Ann Rusnak
PS Let me know below what "little" indulgence you plan on doing.

Other posts of the series

1. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 21 - The Eighth Step Toward Riches
2. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 20 - Forgiving Mistakes
3. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 19 - The Law of Circulation
4. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 18 - Attitude of Gratitude
5. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 17 - Simple Steps to Stop Lack Mentality (This post)
6. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 16 - Picture Yourself With Money
7. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 15 - How Money Works
8. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 14 - Your Most Important Relationship
9. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 13 - Stopping Fear
10. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 12 - Money Affirmation Video
11. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 11 - Disarming Your Money Critic
12. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 10 - Self Worth and Net Worth
13. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 9 - Healthy Money Relationship
14. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 8 - Making Room for Money
15. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 7 - Power of Your Subconscious Mind
16. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 6 - The Truth About Sowing and Reaping
17. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 5 - Ooh La La I Like Him
18. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 4 - Your Secret Companion
19. [Money Mindset Challenge] Day 3 - Talk Nice To Money