More Finance Books!
Thanks to the MPH book vouchers I redeemed, I’ve managed to add three more finance books to my collection. Among them are:
1. Dave Ramsey’s Total Money Make Over;
2. A Million Bucks by 30 (Alan Corey); and
3. The Neatest Little Guide to Stock Market Investing (Jason Kelly).
This last book happens to be the first comprehensive book on stock investment that I’ve ever owned and now am reading. I saw a really good review on it from amazon and was surprised to find it available at MPH Great Eastern Mall, Kuala Lumpur (this particular branch carries many good personal finance books on the recommended list - or is just me attracting those books to me (?!)). I wasn’t even actively looking for the above three books though I did send out subconscious intentions to buy them;). They just practically popped out of the shelves, calling for my attention and begging to be bought(?!)!
I must say that this gratitude thing really does work. The day I found those fabulous books, I had gotten up earlier and intentionally thanked God for all the goodness He’d blessed upon me. I got really into feeling grateful and felt the joy of receiving all this abundance. Having done that, my day went truly well. I said the right things, I felt more warm and open towards others, I found out things that I can use to propel me forward to achieve my goals of financial freedom. I even felt more confident and attractive. It gave me a great boost! So yes, I’m going to keep doing this every day!!
Back to the first investment book in my possession. Jason Kelly’s introduction to investing in the stock market is just what I need to get me started. His explanations are simple with examples that are easy to understand and relate to. This is one investment book that has kept me glued to the pages, fueling my desire to know more. I shall write a review post once I’m done.
Rina,
I like reading personal development and financial books myself. But, the problem is that I procrastinated every time I told myself to practice what I read. Eventually the knowledge got rusted in my brain, thus nothing ever happens.
I wish someone could hypnotise me, so I can just apply what I’ve read automatically. Hmmm….is there such a way?
Regards,
Fauzi
Hi there Fauzi!
First of all I’d like to welcome you to my site and also congratulate you on your interest in PD and PF:) That’s a great first step! You mentioned to me about procrastinating and how to go about overcoming it. I’m no expert in this matter but when I read your question, the first thing that entered my mind is ‘procrastination caused by lack of inspiration and motivation’. From the materials that I’ve read, you need a strong enough WHY behind your purpose/goals/intention to make you want to take action. So if I may I ask you Fauzi, have you found your ‘Why(s)’?
For example, if your goals were to pay off all your credit card debts, ask yourself why you want to be doing this. How would realizing that goal benefit you? What kind of pain would you associate with not achieving your goal. It could be that being in debt would cause you to have to work for a lifetime, even after retirement.
Another way is to envision your end goal in mind. Really feel the joy of receiving it, having it, living it. Do this this every day. Imagine the end results vividly. When you do this the law of attraction works by sending out signals, signs and providing you with opportunities. But you must act on it to bring you closer to your goals. How fast you get there would depend on your ability to take notice and take actions.
As for hypnotizing someone to help him/her achieve his/her personal goals, you would have to refer to other experts in that particular field.
I would suggest you start a blog about your goals to share with others. Blog daily about your progress. When you find other people reading on your quest and cheering you on, you surely would not want to let them down. So that in itself will be your personal motivation to keep moving, taking it one step at a time until you reach your destination. Or you could find a mentor who will assign you specific tasks which you must complete and report back.
That’s just my take on this matter. Hope it can help you in any way. Feel free to comment. You can always email me however I appreciate you sharing your views here as it could help others who are in similar position.
Take care! Cheers:)
Rina,
Thanks for such a remarkable reply. You already sound like an expert. Keep it up.
Regards,
Fauzi
Glad to be of service!!