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1.
What you focus on grows.
| We impress upon The Universe whatever our thoughts are focused
on, so we need to be aware of what that is, come up with
a very clear picture of what we want, and intentionally impress
THAT upon The Universe.
What messages do you think you're sending out most often to The Universe? If you're not sure, look at the results you're getting.
When you hope for something "more", for something "different",
how specific do you get? If you could transport your wishes onto
a movie screen, what would others see?
2. The Universe wants exactly what we want. |
The Universe wants to grow and to be fully expressed, and it aims
to do that through US. So, wanting to be rich in order to have
the materials we need to fully express our skills, talents, and
interests is the highest ideal and the way we can most honor The Universe.
What beliefs
are you holding onto about money, The Universe, or yourself that
might contradict the above statements? How could you better serve
the world if you had all of the creative resources and supplies
that you could ask for?
3. The best way to connect with The Universe is through gratitude.
| We show our faith especially by thanking The Universe for what
we haven't yet received. Many people have a regular ritual in
place for expressing gratitude. What's yours?
4. Creation vs. Competition
| When we're in "creative mind", we're open to endless
possibilities and surprises, and we want more for all people.
When we're in "competitive mind", we're thinking there's
not enough to go around, so we want more for ourselves and less
for others.
Can you think of an example of when you've been in "competitive
mind"? Most forms of advertising are specifically designed
to make us feel that something is missing in us and some product
has it. What's the impact of that type of advertising on you?
5. Efficient Action
| We need to act (and act efficiently—RIGHT NOW, WHERE
WE ARE), and more than fill our spaces. In other words, we need
to give MORE value in every interaction we have.
What's one way that you could "more than fill your space"
as an artist?
What do you think of when you hear the term "efficient action"?
What stops you from taking "efficient action" in your
creative life?
The Science of Getting Rich spoke loudly and plainly to me—not
just as an entrepreneur, but also as an artist. Mr. Wattles uses
music and musicians as examples several times through the book.
That was a definite clue for me that there are many useful connections
for artists to make with these ideas.
Are you ready to put some of these new beliefs and habits into
practice? When you are, I promise they will move you closer to
the prosperous and successful creative life you've been dreaming
of.
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