A friend said he was considering making a large purchase but was worried about spending the money.
“Do you have the money?” I asked.
“Yes,” he said, “but it’ll be close. We don’t have a surplus.”
“Do you want the item you are thinking about buying?”
“Absolutely!” he exclaimed.
“Then you must buy it,” I declared.
“I must?”
“What will you be telling yourself if you don’t buy it?” I asked. “Won’t you be affirming lack and limitation? Won’t you be saying you don’t deserve what you want? Won’t you be declaring you don’t have faith in yourself, your future, or your ability to attract more money?”
“I never thought of it that way.”
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“And what will you be declaring if you do buy the thing you want, when you have the money to buy it?” I continued. “Won’t you be declaring that you deserve it? That you live in an abundant universe? That you believe in yourself, your future, and your ability to attract even more?”
I was basically giving my friend a lesson in Prosperous Purchasing, which I explain in my free e-book, Attract Money Now.
In short, if you have the money, and you have the desire, then you must make the purchase.
I remind myself of this lesson all the time.
Recently I saw an antique cane sword. It’s a walking cane from the 1800s, with two hidden swords in it. I have no use for it, but I felt it was cool. I also knew it was “expensive,” as most antiques can be. I resisted buying it because of the amount and the non utilitarian nature of it.
After all, I don’t need a walking cane.
And I don’t need a walking cane with two swords in it.
So why buy it?
But then I remembered Prosperous Purchasing.
Buying the sword cane would open a portal in me to further prosperity.
It wasn’t about the antique; it was about my mindset.
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As with my friend, I had to step in the direction of abundance, not scarcity.
I had to coach myself into understanding that buying the cane — which I really wanted and have the money for — would be an affirmation of prosperity; it would in fact help cut through any internal blocks to attracting even more prosperity.
So yes, of course, I bought it.
And yes, my friend went ahead with his purchase, too.
And we both elevated our vibration — which means our energy level and happiness shot upwards. That feeling alone was worth the purchasing. That feeling would help attract even more prosperity.
Let’s go a little deeper with all this…
There are at least three things you need to do with money to help yourself attract even more of it:
I shook a Sorcerer's cane from the 1800s (once used by a hypnotist in France) on one track on this bestselling healing album
1. Give it.
Some call it tithing. I can’t find any exceptions to this universal truth: the more money you give away, the more money you will attract. You have to be comfortable with money, of course, else you could block your receiving of it. And you have to give where you receive spiritual or inspirational nourishment. But you have to give. It’s a law. If you’re struggling with money right now, ask yourself when was the last time you gave some away to a source that nourished you?
2. Invest it.
You can save money for something that delights you and/or you can invest it in ways that make you feel prosperous now and in the future. Some people buy stocks; I buy collectible guitars. Some people buy land; I bought an antique sword cane. (And, as mentioned under the album cover above, an antique sorcerer’s cane.) Help money help you by saving it and investing it. It’s a way to respect money. Again, if you’re struggling with money, ask yourself if you are joyfully investing and/or saving the money you already receive.
3. Spend it.
Money needs to circulate in the world to do the most good for the most number of people. Spend money that you have at hand (don’t go into debt) on what you truly want, and do it with a feeling of appreciation. Arnold Patent said, “The sole purpose of money is to express appreciation.” I totally agree. When you pay a bill or order a product or service, feel authentic gratitude for the ability to do so. This feeling of gratitude will help you attract even more to be grateful for. If you’re having an issue with money right now, ask yourself how you feel when you spend what you have on your bills or on yourself.
And here’s the punchline to the above story:
A day after I bought the double sword cane, I received a partial advance for a book deal that more than covered the purchase of the antique.
Did my purchase attract the income?
Yes, I believe so.
See PS about this Phrenology cane
What seems to happen is this: When you practice taking care of yourself, the Universe will in turn take care of you.
Since we are all one, and the “You-niverse” is really you, you are ultimately always taking care of yourself.
Think about it.
Ao Akua,
Joe
PS — I am astonished by the kinds of unusual canes people created and carried over the centuries. I thought they were just used for walking. Wrong. From 1550 to 1930, everyone carried one. The most fascinating of antique canes is the “systems” cane. These are early gadgets in walking sticks. In the United States alone, there were over 1,500 patents for functional or secret canes. These might hide weapons, like a sword or a gun, but could also be designed for a surgeon (with knives and medicinal instruments in the handle) or a gambler (with dice inside the shaft) or drinkers (with flasks in the handle). Canes could conceal cigarettes, a pipe, smelling salts, opium, cash, coins, telescopes, microscopes, lighters, watches, barometers, fishing poles, swords, guns, or makeup. There are hundreds of examples. My sorcerer or hypnotist’s cane has a pendulum and candle inside, and a crystal ball on top. The Phrenology cane above was a cheat-cheat for reading the bumps on your head. Some antique canes were even musical instruments – with a flute, or a mandolin, or even a violin inside. I love creative thinking like this! Talk about prosperity! Anything truly is possible!
Bonus: Learn a little about antique canes by watching this short video:
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30 Comments
Great Blog! It’s amazing how fast this works, I have been fealing good about all money I spend, even bills. The better I feel about spending the more money comes in.
I recently pushed my comfort with a large purchase it has made other purchases feel easyer. This makes me want to keep streaching my spending……..thanks Joe!
Ps– I think I need a walking cane, very cool 🙂
You can really “strut” with a cool cane. 🙂
it is more money
Isnt it that debt is also a way of the universe to help people? I am a businesswoman and i dont feel guilty about debt. Debt can make us rich too
Yes, debt can be useful and leveraged, but I’m not encouraging going into debt to buy a feel-good product or service. That’s different.
Thank you Joe,
A great article, which was very timely and right on cue.
Glad you enjoyed it, Roxanne.
Dear Joe,
againg a great story. I enjoyed it. It reminded me of a similar story of you. The one were you sent out a big check to a sick person and all of a sudden the next day you also received Money for one of your books.
I am happy for you and everybody else that this method works. I try to be, think, act positive and all but the only thing that seems to stay is my mortage and debt. Nothing really “unusual” happened to me since I read your books.
Nonetheless, thank you for your insights. They are still very impressing to me.
best regards
Karl
Hi Karl. I’m impressed that you remember the other story of giving. As for you still having mortgage and debt, who doesn’t? Neither is bad. And don’t look for something “unusual” in your life, look for the miracle of your life. You’re living it right now.
I love the article, Joe. At present, I live on $341 per fortnight but still manage to buy myself things, not everything I want, yet but I know that will come. I am now making it a priority to buy myself something each fortnight, even something small. I’m studying at present with my final exam in less than two weeks.
Excellent, Debra. It’s simply about loving yourself in every little way you can.
Love this article Joe, it really summarises much of your teaching in Attract Money Now. I am grateful for these beautiful reminders for raising the vibration and ability to attract money through the power of gratitude and giving.
It’s also synchronistic for me that you’re talking about canes, because I can see how they are almost like an extension or symbol of the wizard’s magic wand. I heard something the other day about the finger being our magic wand when we use EFT from Silvia Hartmans Energy EFT. So, when I saw your blog about canes, there was a nice synchronicity for me there in the magic symoblism of canes and how they could be used in LOA. Such is the magic of life!
Love and gratitude
Anabrese
xxx
Love the synchronicity! 🙂
Love this post, Joe! Can’t tell you how often this has happened with me and I am really starting to get it!
And I love what you said here: “Since we are all one, and the “You-niverse” is really you, you are ultimately always taking care of yourself…”
Wow! This feels so good! Love it!
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thanks for doing so
PROSPEROUS PURCHASING
The book is called Attract Money Now. You can get it on Amazon for .99 or for free at http://www.attractmoneynow.com
Joe, I fully appreciate your work.
Is there any book of yours, or that you might recommend, that would help me with my beliefs on lack? I just can’t stop thinking that there is no way of the world having enough for everybody in it… and I’m really hoping to b wrong, any thoughts on the subject?
Renan, you might read my free ebook Attract Money Now http://www.attractmoneynow.com
Dear Dr. Joe Vitale,
It will possible to advice any of your products for anyone who lives in a Socialism/Communism and wants to make Prosperity?
Thank You very much, I am really needing you Help.
God bless you.
P.S – I live in Portugal. I have already had bought some of your products, but there is no one specific to this issue. I think that could be a GREAT product, there are many people wanting Help. 🙂
This post inspired me to donate. I felt like I lost something though right after I did it which made me realize I really was attached to the money I had.
Great experience for me…it had been a while since I gave just to give.
That’s funny. I read this blog in the moment I want and iPad so much, since it was launched. That a lot of years. And now, because the political economics of my country, it is cheaper (like a lot of toys). And I have the money, and I want it, but I not sure about buying.
Maybe I’m telling to myself that I don’t deserve for some reason or I am afraid no being capable of doing more money.
Thanks Joe for the article. A lot of people need read it.
Dear Dr. Joe Vitale,
I see you didn’t answer to my question 🙁
Witch one of your products you think could be more helpful for anyone who lives in a Socialism/Communism and wants to make Prosperity?
Thank You
I don’t really know. Maybe Attract Money Now at http://www.attractmoneynow.com
Oh Dr.. Ok I understand and I respect.
That just made me very sad 🙁
But a any good advice or any authors?
I will still continue following you Dr Joe.
Blessings from Portugal and thank you for Your answer.
Oh and by the way, Portugal is not Communist, only my town.
Sometimes the govern is Socialism and Socialism/Democrat.
So what you would advice?
Regards
Hi Joe
I was a believer of Law of Attraction but lost sight of it when some not so good things happened to myself and husband to do with money. Now that the dust has settled though, we’re no longer cutting off our noses to spite our faces (!) and getting back into it again in a big way. We’ve set aside time every evening to ‘study’ and are really enjoying your books, which are helping. But one area we’re a little confused in is the tithing and seeding. We get that putting it out there brings it back (seeding) and by way of tithing you’re saying thanks to the universe for what you’ve received. But what if you still owe money? Should tithing be done when you don’t owe anyone any money and therefore feel comfortable to do so? Or should it be done even if you owe money (but if this is the case, do it ONLY if you feel comfortable in doing so because you believe that it is coming back to you)?
Hope this makes sense! We’ve been working on the I love myself and breaking down our limiting beliefs and we are finding that paying back what we owe has become easier. However, it’s hard to do the tithing when we feel that money should be going to who we owe it to. does that make sense?
Would really really appreciate it if you could clear this one up for us as we know it will help us to move on in leaps and bounds! Thanks so much Joe x
Hi Bec. Everyone is in debt. Donald Trump, Richard Branson, you, me. Waiting until you are out of debt to tithe is a cop out. It’s self deception. You are to give now, not later. The more you give now, the more you will receive now. If you put it off, you will also put off your future wealth. In short, give now.
Here in 2023 reading this cause i am spending some money to treat some people on my birthday. And also treating myself to two nights in a hotel. While i wont go into debt it does make me a little worried since my income does go up and down. This helps me a lot so thank you.