Let's Get Money Moving!

It seems that everywhere we turn these days, there is a minute by minute, blow by blow report of the sad state of the economy. In every challenge, there is an opportunity. I believe that the recent events have uncovered some serious flaws, corruption and greed. Growth - in the economy and in organizations - can hide a lot of problems. This opens up an opportunity is for us to change the course of how we use money, and we can use it to improve our world - literally!

Money works because it moves. I would estimate that every dollar in my 401k is also represented in the 401k of at least 100 other people. Simple economics teaches us that when we put a dollar in our savings account, that dollar is lent to someone in the form of a loan, and that money is put to work.

And, we individually put money to work. Every time I spend a dollar at my dry cleaner, I support the owner's dream of owning his own business. Every piece of jewelry that I buy from a local artisan supports their creativity, and it supports the love of art for both of us. These are all positive ways that we use money. This is one of the main premises as taught in Money Freedom.

Many people who do energy work - Reiki healers, massage therapists, chiropractors, etc. - use their hands to positively bring healthy energy to others. I use Reiki all the time, and it is a skill that we all can learn.

I have also been reading "The Intention Experiment: Using Thoughts to Change Your Life and Your World" by Lynne McTaggart. Intentions are very powerful and can literally change the course of many events. Intentions are most powerful when:

• it is a highly specific aim or goal
• you visualize the intention as already occurring, especially if you visualize using all five of your senses
• you are in a state of concentrated focus and hyperawareness

Here is what I would like to propose: that we use the power of our own intention to positively and creatively influence this economic crisis that we are in. I started doing this a few days ago, and it has been a lot of fun!

Put your money between your hands, like a sandwich, with your left hand on top (your receiving hand) and your right hand on the bottom (the giving hand).

First, focus on appreciation for what the money has done for you. How did you receive it? Was it through the fruit of your labor? Then feel gratitude for the opportunity to work and receive that income. Did a friend unexpectedly repay a debt? Feel the appreciation for your friendship and the surprise.

Second, focus your intention and visualize supporting the person you are giving the money. Are you supporting their dream? Are they able to take care of their family with this money? Infuse the money with positive intention. Think about how they will pay it forward, and how this money will be used for good things.

It is just as easy to imagine and ponder the good things that money creates versus the other stuff we see in the news. We can turn this situation around - on a dime - and literally! Let me know if you try this and what your experience is.

I know, crazy idea. So is spending $800 billion! This one is free. :-)

With much love and gratitude, Mj XOXO