The Day I Learned “How To Be Rich”

Summary

• Sometimes, people will judge you based on how you dress. It’s important to find a balance between being yourself and understanding social perceptions.
• Making new friends can sometimes take you out of your comfort zone. It’s okay to try new experiences, like going shopping with a new friend, even if it’s not something you usually do.
• Surround yourself with successful people; you can learn from them. When I went shopping with my new friend, who was great in business, it was a new and insightful experience.
• Wealth isn't just about money; it’s also a mindset. My friend wanted to show me that by dressing up and buying things, I could adopt a wealthy mindset.
• Sometimes, you need to do things that make you uncomfortable to break old habits. I spent more money on clothes in one day than I ever had before because it was an exercise in changing my mindset about spending.
• It’s important to overcome fear related to past experiences. I was afraid of spending money because I feared becoming broke again. That shopping experience helped me confront and change that fear.

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How To Take Action

I would suggest implementing these strategies:

1. Dress Appropriately
Understand that your appearance can influence how others perceive you. You don't have to spend a fortune, but investing in a few good outfits can boost your confidence. Look for deals or shop at second-hand stores to find quality items at lower prices.

2. Step Out of Your Comfort Zone
Try new experiences, even if they're outside of your usual routine. If you're invited to an event or a networking opportunity, go for it. You might meet someone who can provide valuable insights or opportunities.

3. Network with Successful People
Surround yourself with people who are doing well in your field. Volunteer for events, join local business groups, or use social media to connect with industry leaders. Observe their habits and mindsets—you can learn a lot by just being around them.

4. Adopt a Wealthy Mindset
Wealth isn't just about money; it's also a mindset. Start small by treating yourself once in a while to something that makes you feel prosperous. This could be a nice coffee or a small piece of decor for your home.

5. Face Your Financial Fears
If spending money makes you anxious, start with small steps to confront that fear. Budget a tiny amount each month for something non-essential but enjoyable. Gradually, you’ll change your mindset about spending and abundance.

6. Overcome Your Past
Your past should not dictate your future. If previous financial struggles haunt you, recognize them but don't let them control you. Write down your fears and then write a positive counter-thought for each one. This practice can help shift your perspective.

By making these small changes, you’ll start to see significant improvements in your personal and professional life.

Full Transcript

she was like oh honey she was like nobody thought you had to be rich and she said wow I would have no idea that you owned that business because look at how you dress and I was like what and she was like I can teach you how to be rich and I was like no no no I don't want none of that then she's like will you come shopping with me so you can tell me if things look good on me I tell Alex I'm like I don't know I guess I'm going to go this is like not some that I normally do like I normally work every weekend but I'm like trying to make friends I'm like it I'll go and she's in business so I'm like you know she obviously doing great like it I go to the store and I get there she's like come to this back room and I walk in this room and it's just full of clothes and champagne and like shoes and purses and she was like it's all for you and I was like what and she was like I told you I was going to teach you how to be rich and I was like wait what the is going on and she was like this is all in your size like I got your measurements from your EA she was like so we're just going to spend the day with you trying on clothes and buying them and I was like and there was so much pressure there was like two sales people in there her yeah and I spent more money in like a day than I ever spent my entire life on clothing like it was crazy Alex is like that day that day changed everything broke the seal I was really scared to spend money until then I was like what if we just lose it all again like we were broke like what if I go broke again and that was like always the thought in my head