What does True Wealth mean to you?

Growing up in a humble family, I often witnessed constant money quarrels, leading me to believe that money is the root of all evil. This ingrained belief shaped my relationship with money for years, causing financial stress and limiting beliefs. 💸

Do you feel trapped by your financial circumstances, believing money is the root of all problems?

This belief can create a cycle of stress and negativity, impacting our ability to achieve financial freedom and happiness.

It's time to break free from these chains of inter-generational money trauma and redefine our relationship with wealth.

During COVID, I stumbled upon Ken Honda's transformative Money EQ program via Mindvalley. This program completely changed my perspective on money and helped me heal my money wounds. 

I had the privilege to meet Ken in person last year when he came to Singapore. Ken is such a kind, loving, compassionate and generous teacher. Together with the Community Leaders at Mindvalley, we brought the community together to learn from him. 

Last month we had the blessing to meet and learn from his wealth of wisdom. 📚

Just in time, he was launching his book ‘True Wealth: 9 Lessons from a Grandfather on Happiness and Abundance.’ 📖

I just received his book a few days back. I was super excited as I challenged myself to read one book a day and share it with the LinkedIn community as a way of reflecting and processing my learnings.

There are so many golden nuggets of wisdom, but I would like to share these 3 powerful insights that have profoundly changed my life and shared deeply inside this book: 

1️⃣Synchronicity: Embracing Life's Meaningful Coincidences 

Do you feel disconnected, struggling to find meaning and purpose in your daily life?

Running on a hamster wheel, feeling stuck in unfulfilling jobs and relationships can make life feel aimless and frustrating.

Recognize that there are no simple coincidences. Every encounter and event is a meaningful part of our life's journey. 

Every person we meet and every experience we have is part of a larger, meaningful pattern. There’s no such thing as a simple coincidence in this world :

• the friends we made a long time ago 
• the people we met for the first time today 
• the people who happen to sit next to you at a cafe 

By paying attention to these connections, we can uncover new opportunities and deepen our sense of purpose. Trust that life is guiding us towards happiness, and we can take proactive steps to notice and act on these meaningful coincidences.

In life, sometimes things go exactly as planned, sometimes we make no progress at all. 

Things we thought were terrible often look like blessings. 

Everything balances out perfectly in the end. We just need to trust in life.

How can we notice synchronicity in our life 

• pay close attention to casual little coincidence 
• look around and move in the direction where it’s guiding you 
• notice if there’s anyone you know when you walk into a cafe
• call up a friend who’s been on your mind
• go somewhere that you normally won’t 
• start up a conversation with the person sitting next to you 

These seemingly insignificant events are often meaningful signs. By paying attention to these signs and taking action, we can harness the power of synchronicity to enrich our life and guide us toward our true path.

Make life synchronicity the chance to open up your own life. 

2️⃣Decision: Crafting our Desired Future 🗝️

Do you find yourself stuck in indecision, unable to move forward towards your goals?

Without making clear decisions, life remains stagnant, and desired outcomes feel out of reach.

Understand that making decisions is the key to creating the future we want.

This book highlights the power of decision-making. Every choice sets our life in motion, creating a pathway to our envisioned future. The moment we make a decision, we create a circuit that connects the present to that specific future.

All you need is curiosity.

Be proactive about making decisions and choices - Take an active role in creating your life.

Remember, making a decision means creating your new future. Embrace the power of decision-making to unlock the future you desire.

Start approaching life from a higher perspective, and watch how new possibilities unfold, much like Roger Bannister breaking the four-minute mile barrier, inspiring others to believe and achieve the impossible.

3️⃣Intuition: Navigating with Inner Wisdom 🌠

Are you ignoring your gut feelings, leading to regret and missed opportunities?

Ignoring intuition often results in poor decisions, misery, and regret. Trust that intuition is not just a gut feeling, but a powerful form of wisdom. It acts as a navigation system that guides us to happiness, sending only the signals we need.

There were times when I ignored my intuition:

• I took a job offer that seemed too good to be true, despite my gut feeling—it turned out to be a scam.
• I stayed in a relationship against my intuition, and it ended in disaster.

Intuition is your heart and body's way of knowing what is most important for you. It manifests as a wave of excitement, warmth, lightness, or fun. These are the signs that guide you towards the right decisions.

What happens when we ignore our intuition?

• We end up in disastrous situations
• We feel miserable
• We regret our decisions

Listening to the voice of your heart, even when your rational mind doesn’t have the answer, requires courage. This inner guidance comes in waves, sometimes hitting you with a rush of clarity. When it does, take bold action. If the flow stops, take a break and wait for the next wave of information.

How can we develop our Intuition?

1. Pay careful attention to everyday coincidences. These can be subtle signals guiding you.
2. Follow your intuition. Trust and act on the messages you receive.
3. Take action. Even small steps based on your intuition can lead to significant outcomes.

Practical Steps to tap into our Intuition

1. Close your eyes and still your heart
2. Imagine a clear picture of the decision you are going to make
3. Observe or feel how your intuition is coming to you

🌳Nature has a great way to develop our intuition. Spending time in nature, away from the noise and distractions of daily life, helps us tune into our inner voice. The tranquility and natural rhythms allow us to reconnect with our intuition and gain clarity.

By using your intuition to make decisions, not your rational mind, you can navigate life with greater wisdom and joy. Developing this skill is like building a muscle—it gets stronger over time. Trust your inner guidance, embrace nature’s role in enhancing it, and let it lead you to a more fulfilling life.

By listening to our intuition, we can make decisions that align with our true desires, leading to greater happiness. Cultivate your intuition by paying attention to everyday signals, trusting your inner voice, and taking bold actions based on these intuitive messages.

Conclusion 

Are you ready to transform your life? Embrace the powerful principles from True Wealth. Trust in the magic of meaningful connections, make bold decisions, and follow your intuition. Unlock a life filled with purpose, joy, and fulfillment. If you found these insights intriguing, you're in for a treat with the entire book. From the moment I opened the first page, I was hooked, every word and every single chapter. Ken Honda's True Wealth is a captivating journey of wisdom and transformation that you wouldn't want to miss. Dive in and discover the profound lessons that await you!

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About the Author: Ken Honda

Meet Ken Honda, Japan’s bestselling Zen millionaire and master of financial wisdom. With over 200 books published and 8 million copies sold, Ken has transformed countless lives to achieve peace of mind when it comes to money. One of his best selling book, Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money, sold over 1 million copies! Don't miss his latest release, True Wealth: 9 Lessons from a Grandfather on Happiness and Abundance.

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