Financial Attraction

[Jenifer Madson]

The movie and book “The Secret” created quite a buzz because it teaches how to enjoy more of anything you could want in your life, including money, by employing the laws of attraction and opening yourself up to greater possibilities than ever.

“Attraction rather than promotion” is not a new concept--twelve-step programs have been employing it for decades with great success. But it isn't one of the more common strategies in terms of wealth accumulation; the more traditional messages tend to focus more on what we're after--the right funds or returns for instance--than on what riches we can draw to us.

Should we buy into (pun intended) the idea that one way is better than another? I think there are times when each is appropriate. For instance, relying on the laws of attraction in your business can do a great job of getting you out of “push” mode, which can be tiring for you and trying for others. At the same time, asserting yourself around what you need and want financially serves to educate others on what matters to you, which can help you get it. How will someone know what you want to attract if you don't tell them?

Take A Minute:
What do you specifically want to attract more of financially?

Make A Minute:
Choose three ways to become more attractive on behalf of your above goal. That might mean developing a more positive mindset around money, creating a more attractive environment in which to manage your money, or committing to a better understanding of the state of your overall financial picture. Share your goal with someone you trust.

We attract what we think we deserve, so if you want to increase your net worth, be ready to increase your self-worth accordingly.