“If you want to get somewhere, you have to know where you want to go and how to get there. Then never, never, never give up.

The secret of life isn’t what happens to you, but what you do with what happens to you.

Never use the word impossible seriously again. Toss it into the verbal wastebasket.

Self-trust is the first secret of success. So believe in and trust yourself.

Stand up to your obstacles and do something about them. You will find that they haven’t half the strength you think they have.

How you think about a problem is more important than the problem itself – so always think positively.

Go at life with abandon; give it all you’ve got. And life will give all it has to you.” – Norman Vincent Peale

Would you like to be able to attract more wealth and abundance in your life? Do you truly believe that it’s possible to achieve the financial prosperity you deserve? Then the first step is using the power of positive thinking and believing in yourself.

There’s no one set way to achieve an abundance of wealth. People have become wealthy by doing anything from collecting garbage to developing programs that run computers. What you need to do is find your own personal path. They key here is, every path to manifesting greater wealth begins with the having the right frame of mind.

Developing a Wealth Consciousness

Developing a wealth consciousness is the most vital part of any plan for financial success. This involves being able to see yourself as being able to obtain the abundance you desire. Some people believe it when they see it but they’ve got it all wrong. In order to succeed in what you set out to accomplish, you must see the success you seek in your mind’s eye and believe you can achieve it.

One way to develop a mindset that manifests abundance is to study what other wealthy people have done to achieve their success. If possible, set up a meeting with someone that is already successful in the field you are interested in. Ask about the steps they took to get to where they are today. You’ll likely find that they’re an ordinary person who took some specific disciplined actions that led to their success. If you take those steps, you can also enjoy the same success.

How to Attract Money (Goal setting 101)

There are three steps to achieving any goal. They are:

1. Set an outcome.

First decide on what you want to accomplish. If you have no idea where to begin, start by brainstorming ideas about practical ways to increase your income. Read books about successful entrepreneurs that inspire you. Find business people in your community who could mentor you. Learn how those who have gone before you have attracted wealth and money and found the success you seek.

If you have an idea about a business venture or additional income stream, visualize the next small steps you can take that will lead you in the direction of your dreams. What small step could you take today that will move you closer to your goal? Could you make a business plan or get a business license? How about tomorrow, and the next day?

Set career goals and sales goals. Decide on the amount of money you want in your bank account. Remember to set personal goals, too. Financial prosperity is worth little without a balanced life that allows you to enjoy the financial prosperity you earn.

2. Monitor your results (feedback).

There is more to manifesting abundance than just setting goals and the power of positive thinking. Just thinking about what you want won’t get you the wealth you desire. And don’t just set goals in your head. Write them down and then take action! Plan each small step and set a realistic timeframe to accomplish it. Begin manifesting your abundance by setting and achieving a small goal each day. As you do, monitor your results to see how well you are doing or if you need to make adjustments.

3. Adjust your behavior until you achieve your desired outcome.

Remember, everything is feedback. The goals you set aren’t always going to go according to plan. Things will go wrong, but your response to the obstacles you face will determine your level of financial success. If you miss a deadline you’ve set or your results disappoint you, simply notice what’s working and what isn’t. Change your approach until you get what you want. The key is if you are not making the headway you desire adjust your behavior to move you in the direction you desire.

Always challenge yourself. Even when you are making the headway you desire, as your income begins to grow you’ll need to modify your plans to help you reach the next level of success. As you near the completion of each goal on your list, set a bigger and more exciting goal to replace it. This approach will help you to grow both financially and mentally.

Continue to use these three steps as you work toward your goals. As you do, you’ll create unstoppable momentum that almost guarantees the wealth you desire.

Listen to the Right People

Have you ever notice how some people are quick to give advice about everything? Listen only to people who are experiencing more financial prosperity than you are. Why would you trust the advice of someone who’s broke? This is true in every area of life. Why take parenting advice from people without kids or whose kids are constantly exhibiting behavioral problems? Or job advice from someone who’s perpetually unemployed?

The people with the wisest advice are always the ones who have practical experience that has led to success. If you can imitate what they’ve done, you’ll likely achieve similar results.

There’s no big secret in attracting more money in to your life. It just takes putting the power of positive thinking to work by setting goals and then taking the steps to achieve them. If you want to manifest wealth and abundance, keep pursuing your financial dreams no matter what. When you set effective goals, envision your success, find wise mentors, and keep taking action, you’ll experience the financial independence you deserve.

Wil Dieck is the founder of Total Mind Therapy author of two e-Courses “Reprogramming Your Subconscious Mind” and “Unlocking the Secret Advantage of Hypnosis” that you can have at no charge . You can sign up here to receive these positive thinking tips delivered by e-mail weekly.