Abundance Mindset

THE VALUE OF HAVING AN Abundance Mindset

Recently I had a coffee with a colleague from Uni (Alumni) and we were talking about mindsets. During the conversation, we started talking about fears, anxieties, and also what troubles us a lot. Whether it’s your first time searching for a job or your in-between jobs or you’ve been unemployed for a while trying to find a job. There is a fair bit of uncertainty that we experience in life across all different scenarios and especially when job hunting.

We both noted how important it was to have an abundance mindset as opposed to a scarcity mindset. So let’s explore the scarcity mindset first. Someone with a scarcity mindset will likely tell you something like “Oh no don’t leave your job, you won’t find anything better. It’s too risky to start a new venture. Don’t try something new, you will likely fail.” Or even worse your partner or spouse will leave you if you go bankrupt or become unemployed. Your kids will hate you, etc.” – Now granted these are some exaggerated examples, and yes sometimes these things do happen. However, they are quite unlikely.

The main thing to note is that the words coming out are from a scarce-based mind-frame for those who have a scarcity mindset. They tend to operate from a view that there is not enough in the world of whatever it is that they truly desire. They tend to think of the worst due to their scarcity mindset.

I’m not saying you need to be super positive all the time or not consider your risks, or do your due diligence. Quite the contrary. However, if you speak to someone with an abundance mindset, you will certainly notice the difference. They are more likely to tell you things that are in line with positive affirmations or have a positive can-do context. “The universe has your back. There are plenty of jobs out there, you just have to get your brand, name, XYZ out there. Develop your skills and show them what you got. They would be lucky to have you. You can do it. Why not start a new venture? What’s the best that can happen?”

Overall, people with scarcity mindsets tend to take fear-based action a lot more while people with abundance mindsets tend to like challenges, take calculated risks, and tend to be a lot happier in life. They tend to explore life in the fullest dimension due to having an abundance mindset.

So what are some things we can do to cultivate an abundance mindset?

It is a belief system that centers around the idea that opportunities, resources, and success are abundant and unlimited. People with an abundance mindset believe that there is always enough to go around and that they can create their own opportunities. They focus on what they have, rather than what they lack, and approach challenges with a positive and optimistic attitude.

So what is an Abundance Mindset really about? An abundance mindset is a positive outlook on life that is based on the belief that there is always enough to go around. It is characterised by a sense of gratitude, optimism, and a focus on possibilities rather than limitations. People with an abundance mindset believe that they can create their own opportunities and that their success is not limited by external factors.

Benefits of Abundance Mindset: Having an abundance mindset has numerous benefits that can improve our personal and professional lives. Here are some of the most significant benefits:

1. Improved Self-Confidence: People with an abundance mindset have a strong sense of self-confidence, which helps them take risks and pursue their goals.
2. Greater Resilience: An abundance mindset helps people to overcome setbacks and challenges with a positive attitude, making them more resilient.
3. Better Problem-Solving Skills: An abundance mindset encourages creative and innovative thinking, which leads to better problem-solving skills.
4. Increased Happiness: An abundance mindset is associated with higher levels of happiness and life satisfaction.
5. Stronger Relationships: People with an abundance mindset are more likely to build strong relationships because they are open to collaboration and value the contributions of others.

How to Develop an Abundance Mindset: Developing an abundance mindset is not an overnight process, but it is achievable with practice and persistence. Here are some tips to help you develop an abundance mindset:

1. Practice Gratitude: Gratitude is a cornerstone of an abundance mindset. Make a habit of listing the things you are grateful for each day.
2. Focus on Possibilities: Instead of focusing on what could go wrong, focus on what could go right. Approach challenges with a positive and optimistic attitude.
3. Create Opportunities: Don’t wait for opportunities to come to you; create your own opportunities by taking action and pursuing your goals.
4. Embrace Failure: Failure is not a setback but an opportunity to learn and grow. Embrace failure as a natural part of the journey towards success.
5. Surround Yourself with Positive People: Surround yourself with people who have an abundance mindset and who encourage and support you.

In conclusion, an abundance mindset is a belief system that can transform your life by helping you to focus on the positive, create your own opportunities, and overcome challenges with resilience and optimism. By practicing gratitude, focusing on possibilities, creating opportunities, embracing failure, and surrounding yourself with positive people, you can develop an abundance mindset and live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

In the mean time, click here to see what are some of the traits of having a scarcity mindset.