Attracting financial abundance is a journey that requires dedication, determination, and a willingness to embrace change. By adopting a positive money mindset, setting clear goals, managing your finances wisely, and investing in your education and growth, you can pave the way for a prosperous and fulfilling financial future. Over the past few months, I have been trying to grow in this aspect. And all the conversations lately have been around this topic for some reason.

Before I go any further, allow me to talk about the power of manifestation and how it aligns with your everyday goals. I started filling out a manifestation journal a while back and one of the things I really wanted to learn was how to be intentional about my finances. Somehow, all the energy shifted, one of my colleagues started throwing money bombs and knowledge I didn’t know I needed, and, overall, there was a lot of learning and unlearning to be done.

Fast forward to a month ago, I happened to attend The Unpopular Opinion Uganda Live Show and the Kenyan money guru, Ivy Wanjiru (@just_ivy_africa_) happened to be there. As she spoke in her session she said something that stood out to me. She said that the relationship you have with money highly dictates whether you grow it or lose it. She said she was in an open relationship with money and she was open to receiving it, giving it, making it, spending it and losing it. It made me realize how afraid I was of money. Everytime money hit my account I was paralyzed because I thought of all my bills and how much I wanted to save. My KFC cravings would hit and then I would wind up with regret. We have all been there right?!

There is so much financial advice out there and it can be overwhelming and sometimes very unrealistic. I am no financial expert, but here are some practical steps that I have started implementing in my own life to attract financial abundance:

1. Cultivate a Positive Money Mindset
Shift your thoughts and beliefs about money from scarcity to abundance. Practice gratitude  for what you already have and focus on the potential for growth. Replace negative money-related thoughts with affirmations that reinforce abundance and prosperity.

2. Set Clear Financial Goals
Define your financial goals and create a detailed plan to achieve them. Break down your goals into smaller, achievable milestones. Having a clear vision will help you stay focused and motivated, while also allowing you to track your progress.

3. Create a Budget and Track Expenses
Develop a budget that outlines your income, expenses, and savings goals. Tracking your spending habits will help you identify areas where you can cut back and save more. Prioritize expenses that align with your goals and eliminate unnecessary spending.

4. Diversify Income Streams
Relying solely on one source of income can limit your financial growth. Explore opportunities to diversify your income by investing, freelancing, starting a side business, or pursuing passive income streams such as real estate or dividend investments.

5. Invest in Self-Improvement
Invest in yourself by continuously learning and acquiring new skills. Education and personal development can lead to better career opportunities and increased earning potential. Consider taking courses, attending workshops, or reading books related to your field.

6. Network and Build Relationships
Networking can open doors to new opportunities and collaborations. Connect with people in your industry, attend events, and engage in online communities related to your interests. Building strong relationships can lead to valuable partnerships and financial growth.

7. Practice Consistent Saving and Investing
Regularly set aside a portion of your income for savings and investments. Start with a small percentage and gradually increase it over time. Compound interest can work wonders over the long term, helping your money grow exponentially.

8. Visualize and Practice Law of Attraction
Use visualization techniques to imagine your financial goals as already achieved. The law of attraction suggests that positive thoughts and intentions can manifest in reality. Regularly visualize your desired financial outcomes and believe in their eventual realization.

9. Embrace a Healthy Lifestyle:
Physical and mental well-being are interconnected with financial success. Prioritize self-care through exercise, proper nutrition, and stress-reduction activities. A healthy body and mind can lead to increased productivity and focus.

10. Give Back and Practice Gratitude
Express gratitude for your current financial situation and give back to your community through acts of kindness and charitable contributions. A generous mindset can create a positive cycle of abundance and attract more prosperity into your life.

All these can get you on your way but above all I think discipline is the key to achieving all this. I won’t lie, I still struggle a lot too. You know that saying that “I have been broke and I didn’t die so I can be broke again?” It’s time to leave that way of thinking behind because it will cause you to make some questionable financial choices.

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