Why it’s Important to be Intentional about Inviting Abundance into Your Life

How you look at life and what kind of mindset you have influences the quality of your life.  When we think about abundance, it can be difficult to know what exactly we are talking about because abundance can be an ambiguous topic. It means something different to everyone, but basically, the term refers to having a large quantity of something or having more than enough. 

The term "abundance" is used quite often in personal development circles. Most of us want to have the feeling of living an abundant life in which there is always plenty. Still, many people live in a mindset of lack. It's as though we've been conditioned to view life from a limited perspective. The key to inviting abundance into your life is to be intentional. Keep reading, and I'll show you what I mean.

Make it Clear

When you want to bring more abundance and good things into your life, it's crucial to make your desires clearly known. It's not sufficient to simply say you hope to have more money, for example. Instead, write down your intention in a more specific way like, "I will gain $2,000 extra within the next three months in order to afford a vacation with my family." You may even wish to include the destination if you know where you'd like to go.

Being specific in identifying your intentions and goals helps determine the steps you'll have to take to make them a reality. It's all about thinking with the end in mind by declaring your desired results. When you think with the end in mind, you begin to plot out a plan to accomplish and receive. Once you are clear, it's important to do something positive that moves you forward toward your intended goals. I suggest making a schedule of activities that will help you take action. One tip is to prioritize the Top 3 things that will move you forward, and if these Top 3 are still too big, then break them down into smaller steps. Taking action shows the Universe that you are serious.

Forget the Fear

Clearly defining your intention defines it for the Universe. It sets the tone to invite this abundance to come to fruition. They say that you receive what you put out, and I've heard others say that you just have to remain open to the Universe providing and that you needed worry about the how. I believe what you think about, you can manifest, so a clearly-stated desire is more likely to set the wheels in motion for it to come to be. However, one of the biggest detractors of abundance is fear. Try to identify any fears you feel about this wish and then work through them. Turn your fears into a positive if you can. Understand that it's okay, for instance, to be afraid you don't have the ability to earn the extra money. Then begin to search for reasons why you're worthy of such a bounty and set out to brainstorm ways you might be able to obtain it.

Sometimes it's as simple as giving up a cup of coffee or bringing a bag lunch to work or school. Changing your spending habits, daily schedule, or mindset are major steps toward accomplishing your intended goals.

Consider the Effects

Next, you'll want to consider the ways in which your wish will affect your entire life. Picture how you'll feel as you begin to see extra money manifest itself. Visualize yourself planning your vacation with your kids. Try to imagine how it will feel to actually be on that vacation. I even create a personal vision board each year to help me with this exercise. This kind of visualization will help to raise your vibration and push you along toward actually living the reality of your vision.

Close your eyes and visualize what having a new job, car, or dream looks like. What does it feel like? Sound like? There is a lot of power in visualizing exercises. See yourself having what it is you want. Sometimes, I even ask myself how would I respond if I already had what it is I'm looking for. 

Look for Resistance

Finally, it's important to recognize any resistance that might result in denying the manifestation of the abundance you seek. We've already discussed the big one, which is fear. Another common type of resistance is a mindset of lack or the feeling that you're not worthy to receive such gifts. Saying affirmations, or positive phrases aloud can help to defeat these feelings. Remind yourself that you are worthy and valuable. Tell yourself you deserve all good things. Be sure to repeat these statements if you want them to be most effective. Write them on sticky notes and post them where you'll be reminded of your intentions. Schedule action steps on your calendar. Use your positive affirmation as a screensaver or password. Get in the routine of living your positive affirmation.

Besides visualization, some other exercises that are powerful include mirror work, journal writing, and gratitude practices. When you discover what it is you desire, identify your purpose, and set your intentions, you open your life to living abundantly. 

This is a primer on bringing abundance into your life through intention. It's just the beginning. 

It's important to keep these steps in mind when working to manifest abundance: gratitude for what is already in your life, intention and clarity for what you desire, release all fear and resistance to getting what you desire, visualizing having and accomplishing your dreams, and knowing that you are indeed worthy.

Until next time,

Lisa