The Spirit Of Abundance
- Aug 12, 2024
- 3 min read
Ken Keis, Ph.D., is a leading global authority on behavioral (personality) assessment strategies and an expert in leadership, purpose, and wellness. He is the President and CEO of Consulting Resource Group International, Inc. (CRG) which has served thousands of organizations worldwide.
Abundance: more than enough, ample, sufficient, plenty, bountiful, copious. Do you desire more abundance in your life? If your answer is yes, keep reading. If not, continue anyway, as understanding abundance can empower you to help others find it too. What comes to mind when you think of abundance? Is it exhilarating and inspiring, or does it seem unattainable and unrealistic? Many people dismiss abundance because it's often wrongly equated solely with wealth.
Abundance encompasses every facet of life—health, friendships, relationships, achievements, emotional and spiritual well-being, and more. Wealth is just one aspect of abundance; it's fundamentally about your mindset rather than your circumstances. To truly embrace abundance, you must first believe it's real and achievable. Those with an "abundance mindset" do not harbor thoughts like:
"Things never work out for me."
"I never have enough money."
"I can't find good friends."
"There are no decent people to date."
Countless individuals limit themselves by believing resources and opportunities are scarce. Abundance operates independently of your beliefs; it manifests based on whether your thoughts and goals are positive or limiting. Some even view embracing abundance as immoral, burdened by guilt and justifying their own hardships as virtuous suffering. But does being broke or miserable truly help anyone, especially the less fortunate globally?
From a biblical perspective, abundance is supported: "...I came that they may have life and have it abundantly" (John 10:10, ESV). Did you know that lacking an abundance mindset in one area of your life spills over into others? For instance, a successful businessman recently pointed out how personal relationship struggles can hinder financial success. He emphasized that personal and financial disciplines are inseparable—a principle he's seen hold true over his three-decade career in financial planning.
Are you open to believing in unlimited resources and opportunities for yourself? Abundance is available to everyone reading this. My hope is that you consider how you might be limiting your own potential. Abundance thinking focuses on possibilities rather than limitations. Conversely, scarcity thinking—its opposite—inevitably leads to unfulfillment.
Studies confirm that living with a scarcity mindset diminishes our cognitive abilities and overall capacity to manage life effectively. So, what can you do about it?
First, let go of scarcity thinking. Stop dwelling on undesirable conditions in your relationships, health, or career. Complaining only attracts more of the same negativity into your life.
Shift gradually towards an abundance mindset across all aspects of your life. Focus on what you desire, acknowledging that your current circumstances reflect what you've attracted to yourself. Consider reframing your thoughts: From "I can never find the right partner" to "Every day, I am becoming the person who attracts my ideal partner."
Understand that abundance doesn't limit others; it's about attracting what is good and right. It stems from positive energy, not negativity or harm to others.
Support your abundance journey with CRG’s assessments
Stress indicator and health planner: Assess and plan for better overall wellness.
Values preference indicator: Identify core values to align your life with true abundance.
Self-worth inventory: Evaluate your sense of self-worth, a critical aspect of embracing abundance.
Think of abundance like love for children—having more doesn't diminish what's already there. Embrace abundance in your life, knowing you deserve it and can positively impact others through it. For more insights on living with purpose and attracting abundance, delve into my latest book, The Quest For Purpose.
Until next time, Keep Living On Purpose!
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Dr. Ken Keis, Expert Leadership, Wellness, Personality, Purpose
Ken Keis, Ph.D., is a leading global authority on behavioral (personality) assessment strategies and an expert in leadership, purpose, and wellness. He is the President and CEO of Consulting Resource Group International, Inc. (CRG) which has served thousands of organizations worldwide. With over 4 million words of content authored, including 4 books and a dozen assessments, Dr. Keis is also a respected author, speaker, trainer, and media guest His latest books include: Why Aren't You More Like Me?, Deliberate Leadership, and The Quest For Purpose. An engaging public speaker, Dr. Keis has conducted over 3,000 presentations and 10,000 hours of coaching and consulting.
