Prosperity - a really tricky concept!

     Prosperity is one of those tricky little concepts that I have to pick apart and decide which part is under my control and which part is in the hands of some other entity, (or Entity).  Am I part of of financial victims who want others to change things, and to also place blame? Or am I a part of  that creates this whole ball of wax that includes some who karmically have and some who karmically don’t? And what is my responsibility in this murk and mire? Hmm, I guess it’s time to dust off some of those concepts I haven’t explored for a while and get my hands dirty.
    
    Where shall I start? Well, who’s running the store? I have to get a grip on the fact that I am – to a certain extent. I choose how to respond to what is plopped down in front of me. Does it really matter where those choices come from? (Perhaps, but that metaphysical concept can be covered in another blog.) For now, what is important to me is that this pile of problems and possibilities are staring me in the face and I need to choose a direction and then act. I like to see the amount of prosperity that runs through my life as a river that flows, stagnates and floods depending on conditions that have begun far, far away from where I live. When the financial opportunities are flowing, I feel like I can’t lose. When the pools of money start to stagnate and dry up, I want to blame someone for my lack. Whoa, Nelly! Time to back up and start again with a new perspective. . .

          When the jobs and gifts and financial opportunities are flowing non-stop THAT IS THE TIME TO BE CAREFUL! That is the time to enjoy the abundance of the material world, but also save that proverbial penny for a drought. And when that drought inevitably occurs, then it’s time to rest, recuperate, budget carefully and enjoy the simpler things in life. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? Sure, but each of these two possibilities are fraught with challenges and temptations and anxieties. So, what do I do next?

      Let’s dust off another concept. Staying in balance is the key. When I approach each day emotionally in balance and at peace, I find that my brain comes up with the right ideas and directions for me to take. Whether that information comes from the logic of brain synapses aligning or from a great intuitive insight doesn’t actually matter at this moment. All I need to do is ENJOY THE DAY just the way it is. When a red flag of negative emotion shows up, like worry about paying those bills, then I need to quiet myself, breathe deeply, rest in my inner world of peace – and wa la! Some great answer slips into my consciousness and I have insight and direction.
Here is something I do, and perhaps it may help you a little. 

     Whatever your financial condition is at this moment, start to count the ways that this condition actually helps you. You may be amazed at the gifts that come from having financially less, as well as the challenges that push you to be something you never thought possible. And then notice the red flags of worry that are flying. Don’t lump them together – therein lies the path to anxiety, big time! Instead, take each one, ONE AT A TIME, to that inner quiet of your mind. Break the problem up into the smallest parts and you will find a helpful solution for each one. Then put them all together and enjoy your miracle. You will be amazed.

      I try not to blame the river for its uneven flow. If it is my guidance to partake in a community dam building project, or dredging effort, then so be it. I try to do it with a helpful, forgiving attitude. But ultimately, I must take each day as it flows though my personal land and be responsible for the prosperity in my own life. And, oh yes, I mustn’t forget to simply ENJOY THE DAY just the way it is.