Scarcity says there is never enough.
Abundance says there is plenty.
Scarcity hogs attention.
Abundance recognizes others.
Scarcity hoards.
Abundance shares.
Scarcity is loud.
Abundance is quiet.
Scarcity doubts.
Abundance believes.
Scarcity is fearful.
Abundance is brave.
Scarcity is critical.
Abundance forgives.
Scarcity is easy.
Abundance is hard.
Scarcity is default.
Abundance takes discipline.
Which will you choose?
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My favorite part of what you wrote is the last: “Scarcity is default. Abundance takes discipline.” It is *so* easy to default into the scarcity mindset. I remind myself … Scarcity is deceptive. Abundance is truth.
I love this! Just found your blog and I love it too. I’m a new follower and look forward to getting to know you.
xo
Pat
OH MY GOODNESS!!!! this is so amazing. I am totally here. In fact, my theme for this year is abundance is here! wow. thanks for this!!
Cheers!
Nathifa