Experience the distinction between wealth and abundance.

While wealth is often seen as material ownership, true abundance encompasses creativity, love, and meaningful relationships.

Let’s dive into the difference. 

Traditionally, wealth is a human construct, whereas abundance is a natural state.

The word “wealth” can be misleading. I don’t think I am wealthy, but I know I am creative, which, in a way, makes me rich.

Wealth is the possession of material objects or resources of economic utility, money or exchangeable value.

Material wealth is an unnatural human state, whereas abundance is a natural state of nature and a boundless universe.

…stay with me!

Conversely, abundance is defined as a degree of plentifulness. — What do you have a lot of that does not involve money?

Are you abundant even though you struggle financially?

We’ve all heard stories of happy yet poor people surrounded by plenty of joy. I always tell my spouse that our partnership is like winning the relationship lottery.

For example, people think I am rich because I bought a beautiful sailboat in my mid-50s. However, I did the work with little cash to pay an artisan for repairs. It took longer, but the sense of pride and satisfaction was immense. My vessel looks fabulous, and I gained carpentry skills that I’ve applied to other creative projects.

Even though I’m broke, the universe offers me plenty.

The less money you have, the more creative you become. — Think about it!

Material wealth is a created unnatural human state, whereas abundance is a natural state within a boundless universe. — Your creativity is a natural state

Do You Notice Abundance?

Consider the enormity of divine intelligence around you, creating abundant beauty and infinite proliferation in your life.

Ask yourself what material wealth gets you on an emotional level. There is nothing wrong with possessing ‘stuff’; ensure it contributes to your long-term joy.

Abundance is being able to do what you want, when you want, with whom you wish to, for the reasons you want, as long as you do so with love and integrity.

So, get out there and engage in passion projects that bring joy. Remember to prioritize self-care to enhance your ability to create and appreciate your natural abundance.

When you reduce your dependency on material wealth, you focus more on personal and spiritual growth. You embrace challenges as opportunities for learning and view your life as intertwined with the universe’s abundance.

Have an Abundance Frame of Mind.

The abundance frame of mind is based on the belief that everything is sufficient for everyone. Therefore, all you need is the ability to see things as they are — abundant!

Ditch the feeling of lack.

To understand what “lack of” feels like, visit a third-world country. I’ve been to Myanmar and Bangladesh for a month at a time, and trust me when I say that, in comparison, Canada, where I live, is a country full of abundance!

Having an abundance attitude rather than a deficiency can positively impact how you live, love, and learn. Lay aside society’s dictates to have extra stuff. Instead, create and find the universe a place of profound abundance.

There’s not one snowflake but an infinity of unique designs. Not fifty blossoms, but hundreds. Not a bunch of stars, but billions. Deep space is beyond our comprehension or ability to count.

If the universe is boundless and abundant, it is partly because creativity brings abundance to others. The universe limits us through the laws of nature, such as gravity or the speed of light and sound. But sadly, as consumers, our misguided beliefs also lead us to believe we never have enough.

The universe limits you materially but not spiritually.

Could you seek to listen to your soul, to have, be, or do all it truly desires? I’m not referring to a manic sense of unrealistic optimism. I get you can’t walk on water (I’ve tried).

It’s time you see things as awe-inspiring and make connections to self-expression.

But to do so, you must refrain from using the absence of material wealth as an excuse to block your creative abundance.

Yeah, I get that we all have to pay the bills. However, make time to pursue more creative endeavours, experience joy, and have a life that matters (to you). Don’t wait for the cash to come!

To live love, learn a proud life on your terms and the terms of those near and dear to you.

These outcomes give our lives meaning and offer a sense of abundance.

As you practice self-care, believe that what you have today is sufficient. Then, your creative thinking will flow to the surface of everything you do.

You’ll notice delightful synchronicities start to occur. For example, listening to a neighbour’s problem may have saved their life while simultaneously………..satisfying yours. This is abundance at work! 

You could go so far as to say you are the abundance to others; in return, others come your way.

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