Confidence! This single factor is the key to retaining true wealth. Those who believe they “deserve” prosperity attain it. Those who do not believe they deserve it, often do not keep it.
This may explain why we hear so many stories of lottery winners who lose their windfall in the same time it took to cash their check. Or why sports icons sign huge contracts only to find themselves right back where they began. These people took the actions necessary to gain the wealth, however they lacked the confidence that they truly deserved to retain it. As former Congressman Ed Foreman says, “Start saying positive, encouraging words to yourself, over and over until you begin to believe it: ‘I’m happy, ’m healthy, I’m terrific...’” It may seem silly, but do it anyway; because once we believe we are worthy, the law of prosperity will begin to supply the wealth. Get the complete article with your Subscription to Personal Development Magazine! |