Wealth is Well-Being, as Well as Prosperity

Wealth isn't a number. It's a ratio. - Croix Sather Abundance isn't something we acquire. It's something we tune in to. - Wayne Dyer

Safety and Security Tips

 BEWARE OF SELF CHECKOUT SCAM!

A friend was shopping at Walmart at 2978 and Woodlands Parkway this morning. She checked out at the self check out and realized her items came up to more than they should be. She went ahead and paid but checked her receipt before leaving and noticed there was an even $20 unknown charge plus a $4.94 charge for a “visa.” She went to customer service and they told her that it is a new scam happening. People are getting prepaid cards, scanning them and then putting in an amount that they want “to add” to it. They don’t complete the transaction and walk off with the card leaving the transaction open until someone comes up and starts scanning their items without realizing there was an open transaction. The person pays and then the money is loaded onto the card that they have. Luckily they watched the cameras and caught the guy because he was still hanging around in the store, I guess waiting for the money to load so he could shop 🤦🏻‍♀️ Please be aware at any store that you use self checkout at! Double check the screen before you start scanning! Adding 3 tips - 1) Always hit “Cancel” twice after you are finished with your Transaction, whether at a checkout or the gas pump. 2) Ladies - PLEASE “Seatbelt” your purses in the shopping carts & make sure they’re closed. Better yet, don't bring it in with you. Just lock it up in your trunk. All it takes is a minute for someone to walk by your cart & snatch your purse, billfold or phone. 3) Lock you car door as soon as you get in the vehicle and don't place your purse on the passenger's seat. They open your door and steal it before you even know what's happening.

- Mary Therese Smith, Nextdoor

In Reponse to Week 5 of Ultimate Self Mastery by Peter Sage - Passion and Purpose

 I received some real gems this week. Unhooking my self-worth from my net worth is a powerful paradigm shift. It's something I know on a cognitive level, but it hasn't quite taken hold on an experiential level.

Another thing that I found truly helpful was the statement that has been repeated throughout the course so far, "You were born good enough." I've been a bit triggered by statements that suggest that our bank accounts are a reflection of the value we add. The way I see it, we make many contributions to the world that are not reflected in our bank account. These contributions are not and should not, in my view, be monetized. What is the value of lending a listening ear, a kind word, a warm hug or even a smile? These are priceless contributions and can literally save lives or at the very least, encourage and uplift hearts. If this is how I wish to spend my life, do I have to make the decision to monetize it or not thrive financially? That doesn't make sense to me.

What I took from being born good enough is that we add value simply by being when we are being our true selves. Our true selves are a contribution. Whatever gifts, talents or propensities are inherent in our being are our opportunities to be a blessing to the world, to make a difference in people's lives, to minister love and grace to others. Whatever we contribute to others, or even when we enrich our personal lives, we are contributing to the whole. That is worthy of divine compensation.

It feels purest to me when we contribute without expectation of return. I call this natural economy. It's like a fruit tree. It produces fruit and then just gives it away. It is not even concerned whether there is a receiver. It doesn't care if anyone comes to eat the fruit. It simply does what it is. Any fruit that is not eaten falls to the ground and nourishes the soil, which then fertilizes the tree and the cycle continues. This is my dream for the world. Everyone giving what they are and everyone receiving what they need. Do not confuse what I am saying with any kind of government administered share the wealth program. Freedom is an extremely high value of mine, and forced sharing is not sharing at all. It is theft.

Something else I've noticed across the years is that many givers have trouble receiving. This blocks the flow of prosperity just as much as withholding contribution because it fosters a break in what should be a cycle. 

Marriage/Relationship Blessing I Wrote in 2012

May you enjoy one another whenever you are together. 

May you know one another anew each day.

May you cultivate the love between you as you would a cherished garden.

May you expect nothing and appreciate every act of love and service as a gift. 

May you surprise and delight one another always.

May your harmony and your laughter resound throughout the universe.

May your love illumine all.

Why Are We So Addicted to Gaming?

 I should be sleeping. I have to work tonight. I'm staving off a cold.

But instead, I find myself playing games. What is the value I am getting from playing these games that don't add anything real or lasting to my life? I think it's the feeling of accomplishment...succeeding at something.

In caregiving, I often feel I'm failing. I have difficulty preparing food that the parents enjoy. I have difficulty caring for them and maintaining a full time job. I have difficulty succeeding financially and taking care of my and their finances. 

But with gaming, I can get an instant feeling of accomplishment, success that seems to elude me in life. I would love to have that sense of accomplishment in my day-to-day life. 

Right now, I'm letting go of the toxic thoughts that tell me I'm not enough. I'm not doing enough. I'm not good enough. They are lies. I'm doing the best I can. I'm giving all I can. I will be able to do more in the future. I am building the resourcefulness that has been diminished in the process of six years of working full time and caring for my parents. I have felt drained. I now choose to be filled to overflowing.

I'm taking Dr. Demartini's values determination assessment so that I can ensure I am living according to my highest values. This is the secret to living from inspiration, which is renewed by acting from inspiration, rather than motivation, which is fleeting.