Follow your bliss,
Don't be afraid,
And doors will open where you didn't know they were going to be.
That quote is from Deepak Chopra.
And now,
10 keys to bolster your prosperity,
Followed by a thought to ponder.
Prosperity is everywhere.
The more we recognize it,
The more we'll see and experience it.
As you go about your day,
Pay attention to the beauty that surrounds you.
As you look outside your window,
Walk down the street,
Or gaze up at the sky above,
Perhaps you'll see an array of stars looking down at you,
Or clouds floating by.
Stop for a moment and close your eyes.
Let the sensations of beauty and awe fill and expand within you.
And when you're ready,
You can open your eyes.
Key number two,
The more we broaden our definition of prosperity,
The richer our lives become.
Prosperity is so much more than money.
It's the friends who love and support us,
The unexpected gifts that life provides us,
And a stranger's act of kindness,
All serve to remind us that we are truly rich.
Be aware of the way life shows up for you each and every day.
You'll be amazed at the way life supports you.
Key number three,
Imagination is central to our prosperity.
Our imagination is a powerful ally.
Although we may feel stuck at times,
Our imagination opens the doors and is the key to our prosperity.
So sit quietly and envision your desired future.
Then be open to new ideas and follow through with inspired actions.
Key number four,
Say no to negativity.
The mind is conditioned to focus on the negative.
It's the way the brain is structured based on our ancestors' needs for survival.
Notice when your mind is occupied with negative thoughts.
Let them float by without giving them undue power.
Then if you like,
Replace them with thoughts of health and well-being,
And let the peaceful feelings sink in.
Key number five,
Tithe your time,
Talents,
And treasure.
Giving enhances our sense of abundance.
Helping a friend in need,
Sharing our expertise without expectation of return,
And buying someone coffee or a meal are all wonderful examples.
Key number six,
Self-care.
Do something special for yourself on a weekly basis,
If not more often.
Going for a swim,
Reading a favorite book,
Or enjoying a good meal with just a few ideas doesn't have to cost a lot of money.
Key number seven,
When in doubt,
Don't.
Forcing a solution is tempting when trying to decide on a course of action,
As it's uncomfortable to sit in uncertainty.
Train yourself to take a break and do something else instead,
Particularly when you're feeling a sense of urgency.
It will calm your nervous system and free your mind to come up with the right and perfect answer at the right and perfect time.
Key number eight,
Have a grateful heart.
Write down three things that you're grateful for at the beginning or end of the day.
Doing it for 10 weeks can increase your happiness.
It's scientifically proven.
What we appreciate,
Appreciates.
Key number nine,
Live your life authentically.
Be yourself,
Not who someone else wishes you to be.
And lastly,
Key number 10,
Kind of surfaces back to key number one,
Take time every day to recognize and acknowledge what's beautiful.
This includes yourself.
Wishing you a wonderful,
Prosperous day.
