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Though there are several different mentalities, the Abundance Mentality<\/a> is particularly useful and can help you learn and adapt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In habit 4<\/a>, we discussed the win\/win paradigm and the five traits that form a personality. Once of these essential traits was character, and a core part of your character is your mentality. Read on to find out more about the Abundance Mentality and its benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is the Abundance Mentality?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An Abundance Mentality<\/strong> reassures you that there is plenty \u2014 of success, money, and happiness \u2014 for everyone. Keep reading to find out what the abundance mentality is, and how it<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can only see the possibility of both people winning if you believe that one person\u2019s success doesn\u2019t come at the expense of the other person\u2019s success. The Abundance Mentality requires a deep conviction of self-worth and security; once you know that you possess a unique inner value and a personal sense of direction, you can appreciate and celebrate others\u2019 value and direction.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other side of the spectrum is the Scarcity Mentality<\/a>, which says that life only offers a limited supply of good fortune, and if someone else has it then there\u2019s less for you. Many people are scripted with the Scarcity Mentality, and that forms the basis for the Win\/Lose paradigm. These people don\u2019t have an intrinsic sense of self-worth<\/a>, but rather measure their value in comparison with other people\u2019s successes or failures. Because of this, a person with Scarcity Mentality struggles to be genuinely happy for other people\u2019s successes and tends to surround herself with people who make her feel superior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Abundance Mentality<\/strong> reassures you that there is plenty \u2014 of success, money, and happiness \u2014 for everyone. You can only see the possibility of both people winning if you believe that one person\u2019s success doesn\u2019t come at the expense of the other person\u2019s success. The Abundance Mentality requires a deep conviction of self-worth and security; once you know that you possess a unique inner value and a personal sense of direction, you can appreciate and celebrate others\u2019 value and direction.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other side of the spectrum is the Scarcity Mentality, which says that life only offers a limited supply of good fortune, and if someone else has it then there\u2019s less for you. Many people are scripted with the Scarcity Mentality, and that forms the basis for the Win\/Lose paradigm. These people don\u2019t have an intrinsic sense of self-worth, but rather measure their value in comparison with other people\u2019s successes or failures. Because of this, a person with Scarcity Mentality struggles to be genuinely happy for other people\u2019s successes and tends to surround herself with people who make her feel superior. Contrarily, An Abundance Mentality means the person has a high sense of self-awareness and self-worth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In particular, the Abundance Mentality can help drive paradigm shifts. As we know from the 7 Habits for Highly Effective People, shifting your paradigm is an ongoing process. The Abundance Mentality can help you view the world in a more positive way that can help with this shift. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Though there are several different mentalities, the Abundance Mentality is particularly useful and can help you learn and adapt. In habit 4, we discussed the win\/win paradigm and the five traits that form a personality. Once of these essential traits was character, and a core part of your character is your mentality. 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