Abundance

1. Abundance is an Inner State of Awareness

I want the reader to discover that abundance is a state of awareness.

Beyond Material Wealth. True abundance isn't just about money; it's a state of mind. It's about recognizing the infinite gifts that consciousness has to offer. This perspective shifts the focus from external accumulation to internal fulfillment, understanding that material wealth is only one aspect of a much larger picture.

Consciousness as the Source. The book emphasizes that consciousness is infinite and, therefore, has infinite gifts to offer. This ancient truth, rooted in the Yoga system, suggests that our potential for abundance is limitless, and it's accessible through cultivating awareness. By tapping into this inner source, we can unlock a wealth of possibilities beyond our current limitations.

Yoga's Holistic Vision. Yoga, in its broader sense, is about uniting the inner and outer worlds. It's about harmonizing our thoughts and sensations with the physical world around us. This union is the key to happiness and success, as it allows us to live a life of sustainability, abundance, and joy, supported by the natural flow of creative intelligence.

2. Align with Dharma for True Wealth

By following the principles of Yoga, you will lead the life you were meant to live, one of sustainability, abundance, and joy.

Dharma as Support. Dharma, meaning "to uphold or support," is the path that aligns with our true selves. When we are in our dharma, abundance naturally follows. This concept suggests that our actions and choices should be in harmony with our values and purpose, creating a life of meaning and fulfillment.

Mind-Made Reality. The book emphasizes that our current situation is "mind-made," meaning that our thoughts and choices have shaped our reality. This perspective empowers us to take responsibility for our lives and to consciously create a vision that aligns with our dharma, leading to greater abundance.

Values that Dharma Supports. Dharma supports values such as happiness, giving to others, acting out of love, and living by ideals. It contrasts with values like selfishness, dishonesty, and ignoring the needs of others. By consciously choosing dharmic values, we can create a life that is both fulfilling and abundant.

3. Money as a Tool of Consciousness

Money is a tool of consciousness.

Beyond Gold and Dollar Bills. Money is not just physical currency; it's a tool of consciousness. Our state of awareness determines how we see money, how we gain it, and what we use it for. This perspective shifts the focus from money as the goal to money as a means to support a fulfilling life.

Four Functions of Money. Money serves as reward, value, need, and exchange. It acknowledges our efforts, expresses our worth, fulfills our needs, and facilitates fair transactions. By understanding these functions, we can use money more consciously and effectively.

Consciousness in Motion. Consciousness motivates us to seek more out of life, and money follows this journey, easing the way if we have enough of it. By shifting our attitude away from money as the goal and instead intending to get more out of life, we can harness the support of consciousness and create a life of abundance.

4. Karma and Money: Breaking Unconscious Patterns

Karma is simply the leftover results of our past actions.

Cause and Effect. Karma, in its simplest form, is the principle of cause and effect. Our actions have consequences, and these consequences shape our present circumstances. By understanding this principle, we can become more conscious of our choices and their potential impact.

Habits and Reactions. Karma manifests as habits, automatic reactions, unconscious behavior, character traits, and predispositions. These patterns, often formed unconsciously, can either support or hinder our progress towards abundance. By becoming aware of these patterns, we can begin to break free from self-defeating behaviors.

Improving Money Karma. To improve our money karma, we must shift from unconscious, self-defeating behaviors to conscious, empowering actions. This involves clear perception, honesty with ourselves, seeking expert help, persistence, and believing that a solution exists. By taking responsibility for our financial well-being, we can create a more abundant future.

5. Creative Intelligence: The Flow of Abundance

Yoga teaches that human consciousness is pulled in opposite directions by the same forces—order and chaos.

Evolution vs. Entropy. Human consciousness is pulled in opposite directions by evolution and entropy. Evolution drives us towards curiosity, discovery, and creativity, while entropy pulls us towards unconscious behavior, habits, and close-mindedness. By consciously choosing evolution, we can increase our sense of happiness and well-being.

Money as Evolution. Money, as a product of consciousness, can also go in either direction. It can be used for waste and loss or for gain and creativity. By aligning our financial decisions with our values and intentions, we can harness the power of money to support our personal evolution.

Seven Things That Work. To get money "right," focus on self-sufficiency, taking responsibility, cooperation, work ethic, being true to yourself, being faithful to your core values, and focusing on awareness. These principles guide us towards a life of abundance, where money is a tool for creating a fulfilling and meaningful existence.

6. Simple Awareness: The Key to Change

What you are aware of, you can change.

The Power of Awareness. Awareness is the most powerful engine for change. We can only transform what we are conscious of. By cultivating simple awareness, a state of calm, quiet mind, we can open ourselves to new insights and possibilities.

Reaching Simple Awareness. Simple awareness is the silence between two thoughts, a state of calm and centeredness. We can reach this state through practices like controlled breathing (Pranayama) and by addressing negative beliefs and bad memories that pull us away from the present moment.

Three Situations and Solutions. The book outlines three specific situations that disrupt simple awareness: repetition and boredom, negative beliefs, and bad memories. For each situation, it provides practical techniques for returning to a state of calm, centeredness, and openness, allowing us to live more fully in the present moment.

7. The Chakra System: A Map to Abundance

Yoga teaches that pure consciousness isn’t static.

Seven Qualities of Creative Intelligence. The chakra system maps the flow of creative intelligence through seven key qualities: bliss, intelligence, creative expression, love, successful action, sensual pleasure, and security. By strengthening these qualities, we can live a life of greater abundance and fulfillment.

Chakra Meditation. The book provides specific mantras and centering thoughts for each chakra, allowing us to fine-tune our awareness and awaken these qualities within ourselves. These practices help us to connect with our true selves and to access the infinite possibilities that lie within.

Evolutionary Possibilities. Each chakra represents an opportunity for inner growth and evolution. By understanding the qualities associated with each chakra, we can consciously cultivate these qualities in our lives, leading to greater happiness, success, and fulfillment.

8. Bliss-Consciousness: The Source of All

When you enliven the crown chakra, you are connected to the very source of bliss.

The Crown Chakra and Bliss. The crown chakra, located at the top of the head, is the center of bliss (Ananda). By enlivening this chakra, we connect to the source of all joy, ecstasy, and oneness. This connection allows us to experience a constant state of bliss, independent of external circumstances.

"Follow Your Bliss". Joseph Campbell's famous phrase encapsulates the essence of the crown chakra. By following our bliss, we align ourselves with our true path, opening doors and opportunities we never knew existed. This path leads to a life where the life we ought to be living is the one we are living.

"I Am Enough". The ultimate expression of abundance is the silent knowledge of "I am enough." This realization comes from connecting to our source in pure awareness, recognizing that we are already whole and complete, regardless of our external circumstances.

9. Intelligence Beyond Reason: Intuition and Knowingness

By keeping the focus on the self, we are not merely higher primates, but the expression of infinite pure consciousness.

The Sixth Chakra and Intelligence. The sixth chakra, located at the forehead or third eye, is the center of intelligence. It encompasses not only reason and intellect but also intuition, insight, and imagination. By activating this chakra, we can access a deeper level of knowingness that guides us towards our true path.

A Whole-Mind Approach. Yoga advocates for a whole-mind approach, integrating both logical and intuitive faculties. This involves trusting our gut feelings, hunches, and flashes of insight, while also valuing reason and critical thinking. By balancing these two aspects of the mind, we can make wiser decisions and live more fulfilling lives.

Becoming a Conscious Thinker. To access higher intelligence, we must become conscious thinkers, free from the limitations of ego and social conditioning. This involves challenging our assumptions, questioning secondhand beliefs, and cultivating a mind that is open, flexible, and constantly renewed.

10. The Magic of Right Speech

Your words either help you to achieve the life you want or keep you from it.

The Power of Words. Words have immense power to shape our reality. They can either support the flow of creative intelligence or block it. By choosing our words consciously, we can create positive change in our lives and in the lives of others.

Good Magic vs. Bad Magic. Good magic is at work when our words create a relaxed atmosphere, foster understanding, and promote cooperation. Bad magic, on the other hand, creates tension, confusion, and conflict. By becoming aware of these signals, we can adjust our speech to align with the flow of creative intelligence.

The Source of Magic. The magic of words comes from the layers of meaning they carry beyond their dictionary definitions. Our mood, relationship to the other person, and state of dominance or submission all influence the impact of our words. By speaking from our true selves, we can infuse our words with authenticity and power.

11. Heartfelt Emotions: The Path to Fulfillment

The real purpose of life is the same for everyone.

The Fourth Chakra and Emotions. The fourth chakra, located at the heart, is the center of emotions. In its balanced state, it is the source of happiness, love, empathy, and emotional intelligence. By cultivating these qualities, we can create a rich and fulfilling emotional life.

Emotional Poverty vs. Richness. Emotional poverty is characterized by worry, anxiety, a short temper, and difficulty expressing love. Emotional richness, on the other hand, is characterized by being in touch with our emotions, trusting our responses, and enjoying intimacy and connection.

Evolving Emotionally. To evolve emotionally, we must heal old wounds and traumas, forgive our emotional debts, and cultivate a state of simple awareness. This involves recognizing and releasing negative emotions, embracing our true selves, and connecting with the generosity of spirit.

12. Powerful Action: Manifesting Your Vision

The flow of creative intelligence makes all of this possible without struggle.

The Third Chakra and Action. The third chakra, located at the solar plexus, is the center of powerful action. It is associated with willpower, determination, and successful activity. By activating this chakra, we can align our actions with our vision and manifest our desires in the world.

Being in the Zone. Being in the zone is a state of effortless action, characterized by certainty, calm, alertness, and a sense of flow. It is a state where obstacles disappear, and we feel connected to a higher power. By cultivating simple awareness, we can access this state more consistently.

Witnessing, Detachment, and Non-Doing. To own the zone, we must practice witnessing, detachment, and non-doing. This involves observing our actions without judgment, letting go of the need to control, and trusting in the flow of creative intelligence. By surrendering to this flow, we can achieve greater success and fulfillment in all our endeavors.

Last updated: April 8, 2025