T - "Thank You" Box bring Success

Repost this story in one of Catherine Ponder books.

Thank You Box !

"THANK YOU" BOX BRINGS SUCCESS

1) The mother of a large family did not have ample supply with which to meet their needs. She took an old shoe box and converted it to a "thank you box."  She asked her children to write out the blessings they sought, and place them in the "thank you box." Once a week they would open the "thank you box" and go through their requests to see how many had been fulfilled. These were farm people who needed rain for their crops. One week they were in the midst of a dry period. The mother wrote down these words which she put in the "thank you box": "Thank you God for rain - a regular downpour."
This happened on Tuesday. The next Sunday as they were going through their notes in the box, they realized that on Friday there had been "a regular downpour" of rain - the first in weeks!

2) On another occasion, her husband was having trouble with his car. He needed it in his work and also to make a special trip that had been planned. He had worked and worked on his car, trying to locate the mechanical trouble. Finally his wife remembered the "thank you box" so she wrote a note: "Thank you, dear God, for helping us to locate the trouble." Within 24 hours the trouble had been remedied.

3) A relative had looked for months for a job to no avail. The wife suddenly remembered to write a thank you note and put it in the box: "Thank you God for a good position with steady income for this relative," Within two weeks the relative had the best job of her life, after having looked for work for months.

4) The children in this family often wrote out notes about the more mundane things of life: Their desire for school clothes, ice cream for dinner, or going swimming. Each week, when they reviewed their notes, they were amazed to find how many of these things had been supplied. About this "thank you box" method the mother said later, "In our family we have learned to use this 'thank you box' in solving all problems. It has become a necessity in our household. By giving thanks before we receive, our problems have often been solved."

My thoughts:

I think this is a truely beautiful story. Personally I think there are a few factors at work here:

1) When you penning down your desire in the notes, you can actually tell the Universe - - your desire.

2) By T->F->A=R (Thoughts give Feelings, Feelings create Actions and Actions give your Results !  Subsconsiously, your mind is interacting with the Universe what is your feelings and with some actions, the Universe will work its way out to give you the results.

3) "Gratitude" is an element in "Thank You Box". By giving thanks, you are emitting love and good energy to the Universe. Every single savior of the world used gratitude, because they all knew that gratitude was one of the highest expressions of love. They knew that when they were grateful, they were living in exact accordance with the law. Why do you think Jesus said THANK YOU before he performed every miracle?

Every time you feel grateful you are giving love, and whatever you give, you receive. Whether you're giving thanks to a person or feeling grateful for a car, a vacation, a sun rise, a gift, a new house, or an exciting event, you are giving love for those things, and you will receive back more joy, more health, more money, more amazing experiences, more incredible relationships, more opportunities etc. 

I think it is good to try it out and see for yourself if it works for you !

S - Secret to Law of Attraction

Faith

To recap, the Law of Attraction is basically a Universal law that states "like attracts like." In essence, you are made up of energy and the energy that you put out attracts more of the same type of energy to you. So, the whole concept of the Law of Attraction is to "focus on the things you desire in your life", and not the things that you do not desire, and the Universe will bring to you the things you desire.

The key towards how fast the things you desire and get manifested is to have that element of "FAITH". FAITH is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things unseen. FAITH is the key in transforming the invisible to the visble plane. One need to focus focus on the things you desire in your life, and with 100% FAITH that Universe will surely bring you the things you desire. The only issue here is the perfect timing, and this is dependent on your FAITH not blame the Universe that your request is unanswered.

I've noticed that when I'm in doubt the good things come to me slower. Generate strong faith and you will see that things get manifested much faster ! Have FAITH that what you desire is already yours. For those Christian, God already stated in the Bible, "I have given you the land." Now go and claim it !

I must agree that taking action in FAITH and maintaining the positive emotional level to see results on a continuing basis is very difficult, espeically in this negative and fast-paced world.If you study the LOA, the theories are simple and easy; but the on-going practice is difficult to maintain.

Next time, remember that if you experience a time delay in receiving what you want, it's only because of the time it takes you to get onto the same feeling frequency that your desire is on, and this really depend on how much FAITH you have !

P - Prosperity Map

One way to manifest prosperity is to create a "Prosperity Map".  Prosperity maps are powerful wealth creation tools which are based on the law of attraction.

Prosperity Map !

A prosperity map is a large poster board from the art-or office-supply store that you fill in with images of things you want to do, desire or become. As mentioned in previous articles, prosperity is first created in the mind.

When you imagine things in your mind, you are actually programming your subconscious to manifest the "invisible" into the physical plane.

As you create your map, put images of prosperity that speak to you emotionally. Then every time you see it, it helps anchor those images in your subconscious mind.

Most people suggest that you don't show this map to anyone. Personally I feel that it is OK and it should be displayed prominently so that you can see this every day. By seeing everyday, the prosperity map should remind you on the different things you desire to manifest and thus creating positive vibration energy.

There are no rules for how you put things on the board, except that the image has to mean something to you. It doesn't matter if anyone else understands it. They don't need to. But you have to know what it means every time you see it. It can include photos, picture or affirmations.

Some tips on Prosperity maps:

1) Use Big, Colorful Poster Boards
The map symbolizes your goals. If you want spectacular results use vivid, striking colors. Space them out generously. The idea is to create abundance.

2) Use Specific Colors For Specific Results
Depending on what you most desire use the following colors:

Green or gold poster boards for financial or job success.

White for increased spiritual knowledge.

Yellow for abundance or wealth.

Blue for intellectual accomplishments.

Pink or red for love and harmony in human relationships.

Most importantly use a color which appeals to you emotionally. Use the law of attraction effectively by utilizing bright colors.

3) Always Use Colored Pictures
Colored pictures bring better results. Aim for colors which stimulate the emotions. Use brilliant shades for quicker results.

4) Use Money On Financial Poster Boards
Unless money is posted you would have difficulty visualising and manifesting money. This is where the "Universal Bank of Prosperity" or "Secret Cheque" come in handy.

5) Place A Spiritual Symbol On The Board
This could be Buddha or any source of spiritual inspiration. A spiritual symbol protects the board and ensures that wonderful things are on the way !!

R - Receive your Blessings

Receive yoru Blessings

I personally believe that receiving blessings from the Universe is  not a complicated process but something that is pretty simple and elegant. Unfortunately for many of us we feel very skeptical and  this becomes the most difficult task to achieve.

Based on the various books on Law of Attraction, we must first believe that the blessings from the Universe are already out there and it is for us to receive. We just need to  claim it !  In our daily running about to make ends meet, we neglect to stop and think of what we already have. Just want to stress again and again that the Universe is an "Abundance Universe" and has unlimited blessings for everyone. It is only when we begin to stop thinking negatively and cease to complain about our problems that we can begin to recognise and appreciate our blessings.

We need to spend quality time to align ourselves with the Universe. For example, if  you want to be friend with someone, you need to spend time and build up relationship with him/ her.

Similarly, do you spend time and appreciate the the beauty and abundance of the Universe ?

Are you so caught up with your job, career, family, health etc. that you do not have time to appreciate the abundance Universe ?

If you do not give time to be in oneness with the Universe, it would be very diffcult to connect to the Universe's frequencies andthe abundance. Therefore make yourself available, spend some time to connect to the Universe, start with a few minutes everyday and then slowly increase the time.

It will be difficult at first because your natural self or habits tells you to forget about this and concentrate on your other activities instead. Or perhaps you are too sleepy in the morning to wake up 30 minutes earlier. But if you persevere and say NO to all these bad habits, you will soon start to experience the abundance blessings in your life.

Q - Quotes on Prosperity

Some of my favourite Quotes or affirmations on prosperity by Catherine Ponder. For those whom are non Christian, you can subsitute "God" with Deities of your religion or use  "The Universe".

Quotes on Prosperity

"All financial doors are open; all financial channels are free, and endless bounty now comes to me."

"I use the positive power of God's rich substance in wisdom, love and good judgment in all my financial affairs, and I am prospered in all my ways."

"Everything and everybody prospers me now and I prosper everything and everybody now."

"I rejoice in the bounty of God, constantly manifesting as overflowing supply here and now."

"I AM SURROUNDED BY DIVINE SUBSTANCE AND THIS DIVINE SUBSTANCE NOW MANIFESTS FOR ME IN RICH APPROPRIATE FORM."

" GOD IS MY SUPPLY AND MY UNLIMITED ABUNDANCE OF EVERYTHING NOW"

"I am the radiant child of God, my mind, body and affairs now express his radiant perfection."

"I give thanks that I am now rich, well and happy and that my financial affairs are in divine order. Every day in every way I am growing richer and richer."

"Money, money, money manifest thyself here and now in rich abundance."

"Refusing to criticize another's prosperity, I turn to God, ask his direction and I am prospered. In like manner, others refuse to criticize my prosperity. Instead, they turn to God, ask his direction and they, too are prospered. There is plenty of success and prosperity for all."

"This situation does not dismay me. God is with me to uphold and sustain me, and to make all things right. I trust everything in my life to the tender care of the Father. I know his will for me is health, happiness, prosperity, spiritual unfoldment and all that is good."

"Nothing but good can come into my life, for God is in charge."

"Every day in every way I am becoming financially independent, with the help of God."

"I expect lavish abundance every day in every way in my life and affairs."

"I specifically expect and give thanks for lavish abundance today."

"I bless you and bless you for the riches of God that are now being demonstrated in and through you."

N- Napoleon Hill Quotes

Some of my favourite quotes from Napoleon Hill ( Author of "Think and Grow Rich" ). Take some time to read and understand and apply it your daily lives to gain prosperity.

Napoleon Hill Quotes

1) “Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.”

2) “You are the master of your destiny. You can influence, direct and control your own environment. You can make your life what you want it to be.”

3) “When defeat comes, accept it as a signal that your plans are not sound, rebuild those plans, and set sail once more toward your coveted goal.”

4) “Do not wait: the time will never be 'just right'. Start where you stand, and work whatever tools you may have at your command and better tools will be found as you go along.”

5) “Our only limitations are those we set up in our own minds”

6) “When your desires are strong enough, you will appear to possess superhuman powers to achieve.”

7) “The starting point of all achievements is desire. Keep this constantly in mind. Weak desire brings weak results, just as a small fire makes a small amount of heat.”

8) “Set your mind on a definite goal and observe how quickly the world stands aside to let you pass.”

9) “First comes thought; then organization of that thought, into ideas and plans; then transformation of those plans into reality. The beginning, as you will observe, is in your imagination.”

M- Mantra for Prosperity (Buddhist Perspective)

From a Tibetan buddhist perspective, there are many mantras that one can mediate upon for gaining wealth and prosperity. Buddhist believe that prosperity is not just refering to  material  things ( eg. money, career success, health etc. ) but also loving kindess and spiritual wealth for gaining enlightenment. Based on the prosperity , one can do many meritorious  deeds to spread the Dharma (so that more people can learn about Buddhist teachings, apply in their daily lives and solve their problems), help the needy and the poor and all these  in turn will sow the seeds for more prosperity to manifest.

One common Tibetan Buddhist mantra for gaining wealth is the mantra from Yellow Zambhala. The mantra is  Om Zambhala Dzalen draye svaha (Chant the 108 times a day.) The Yellow Zambhala holding the jewel spouting Mongoose is a powerful deity who bestows wealth and prosperity to all who offers soothing clear water on his crown and body while reciting his mantra.

When chanting the mantra, visualise that abundance wealth ( eg. money, jewels etc) are sprouting from the Mongoose's mouse and manifesting in front of you. When visualising, you should feel it and affirm that the wealth are indeed manifesting to you and you should feel happy and grateful about it ! The overall feeling when chanting the mantra should be of joy and happiness ! This creates positive energy on you and positive energy attract positive things !



Yellow Zambhala for Prosperity


To improve your visualisation practise, one could adopt a Zambhala image or statue. Once can also place the statue of Zambhala within a water feature letting the water flow continuously over his crown. Each day recite his mantra 108 times.

L - Learn ( Learning before Earning !)

This is related to previous article on "K - Knowledge is Prosperity". I personally believe that one must learn first before you can earn (which is why "L" is before "earn" and "L" stands for "Learn" ). But sometime wanting to learn is not sufficient and you need to know where to get the information !

Some recommended general readings which I personally find them useful to increase prosperity :

You can get this either from local library or online from Book Depository (free delivery) or Amazon.

1. Rich Dad Poor Dad ( Robert Kiyosaki)
2. Dynamic Law of Prosperity (Catherine Ponder)
3. Open your mind to receive (Catherine Ponder)
4. Power of subconscious mind (Joseph Murphy)
5. The Secret, The Power, The Magic (Rhonda Byrne)
6. Law of Attraction ( Michael Loiser) etc.

So what are we waiting for ? It's time to start learning today and it all began with turning that first page. The more you learn the more you earn :)