Kiss Your Money Monsters Goodbye: 4 steps to overcome your economic fears - By Cindy Ashton

Life is a series of mountains and valleys and with our current economy struggling in the valley, our money fears come out to play. In attempting to crush these monsters, just like an animal, when our basic needs seem threatened, our defenses appear and we tend to go into fight mode. Now, using our survival instincts are not a bad thing as it keeps us protected, focused and on target with staying alive. But because it often comes from fear, it also means that we tend to behave in ways that compromise our values and worth. How many times have we not spoken up because we were afraid we would lose our job, disappoint a friend or fail in some way? How many times have we done something we didn’t feel good about because we felt we had no choice or that we were backed into a corner?

When we attempt to generate income from a survival perspective, our minds race in panic and we create crazy scenarios in our head about all the terrible things that could happen. The body gets heightened, responding in symptoms such as a racing heart, muscle pains and a lack of sleep. In searching for a solution, we start to try all kinds of new things, new businesses and maybe even get roped into some ‘get rich quick’ schemes. Next thing you know, 2 possible things happen:

1. We actually create income but our body/mind/soul is completely imbalanced and stressed. And because of our desperation, we may have bargained our souls in the process.

2. We are still chasing our tails, the bad debt is getting worse, nothing is getting solved and we feel worse about ourselves.

Now what would happen if we could conquer the money monster in a way that allows us to maintain our integrity and values while energizing us into action in a positive way?
Let’s look at this challenge from the perspective of an exciting adventure we get to take. In viewing it as a wonderful opportunity to create something new, we can approach the monster with ease. Our body will still be heightened but instead we feel an overall relaxed sense while being completely aware, fresh and full of energy.

Step One: Identify when the Monsters are on the Loose!
Throughout the steps, it is essential to develop awareness of when your body is responding from fear and when it is responding from excitement. Then you have the power to take positive action. Start by mentally scanning your body from head to toe several times a day. Without judgment, take note of the parts of your body that feel tense or out of balance (and therefore holding fear) and when and where you feel relaxed and in flow.

Step Two: Re-Ignite Your Passions
When you take action towards getting a new job, creating side income or attracting new clients, it is essential that you approach from a place of passion. Just like dogs can tell when a person is afraid or not, prospective customers and employers will respond positively to you when they feel your excitement, not your fear. Make a list of all the things in your work that make you feel happy, relaxed, passionate and so on. If you are struggling to find items, make a general list and then ask yourself how you can apply those qualities to your current work. You can also refer to your body scans. Take note of what activities you were engaged in when your body was energized and in flow. It is a big clue as to what your passions are and what kind of work you may want to create for yourself.

Step Three: Kiss Your Monsters Goodbye by Establishing Proof of Possibility
Our monsters, those negative beasts in our minds, say things like “I will never get a job, new clients or a raise in this economy. I have to pinch every penny to survive. I have to give into my bosses unreasonable demands, even though I am exhausted.” Okay things are a little crazy right now but there are companies still hiring; some businesses are being built into multimillion dollar corporations; People are standing up to their bosses and instead of getting fired, are actually being respected and treated with dignity; and many did thrive in the depression of 1929! Now I want you to make a list of all the reasons WHY you can succeed and people and businesses who ARE thriving right now. When the monsters start up say to yourself, “Thank you for sharing. That is not is the truth,” and then re-read your list of successes to regain your confidence.

Step Four: Take Action
Coming from your place of passion and excitement, apply for work, take action on getting new clients or create a new side business. Whenever you notice your body holding fear, re-establish your proof of possibility, re-ignite your passion and start again. Remember –people will want to play on your team when they experience the positive you, not the false, fear based you.

The money monster can keep you in the valley, but you know better now. You can kiss your monsters goodbye, live with passion and take positive action to overcome your economic fears. So are you ready to rise to the top of the mountain and achieve the success you deserve?

About the Author:
Cindy Ashton is a Speaker, Performer & Author of Kiss Your Monsters Goodbye: Overcome Your Obstacles & Achieve the Success You Deserve! Born with heart failure and a 20% chance of living, Cindy has recovered well beyond what doctor’s believed was possible. Now she is dedicated to empowering others to conquer their barriers. When you purchase her book today, you will receive over $10 000 worth of bonuses from over 100 of the world’s top self help gurus including Dr. Wayne Dyer, Marci Shimoff, John Assaraf and many more. www.kissyourmonstersgoodbye.com