F. Scott Fitzgerald once said to Hemingway “The rich are different from you and me.” To which the other author replied: “Yes, they have more money.”
True. But let’s take it a step deeper. The reason the rich have more money, I believe, is that they think differently.
My family was wealthy. So were most of their friends. Over the years I’ve talked to thousands of affluent women.
One day, I made a list of things I consistently hear them say or imply.
I’m not talking about highly paid celebrities that go in and out of bankruptcy, but those who sustain their wealth over a long period. I came up with 9 common threads that seem to represent how they think.
- I am confident about my ability to create wealth. It’s part of my self-image.
- I respect money and I value myself.
- I understand and follow the financial basics.
- I see no obstacles. Only opportunities.
- I talk possibility. Not limitation.
- I’m willing to do the tough stuff (that scares everyone else including me!)
- I know how to use risk to amplify my wealth.
- I rely on a team to help me manage my money.
- I take responsibility…for everything.
These 9 traits make great affirmations. There are probably more. Anything you’d add to this list? Leave me a comment below.
