Welcome to Vision2Funding: Empowering Dreams, Transforming Communities
In the bustling world of social impact and sustainable change, enter Vision2Funding, a beacon of hope founded by the remarkable Mr. Ted Burroughs. A visionary leader at the helm, Ted, a 45-year-old Black male hailing from the heart of Bed-Stuy Brooklyn, is not just a founder; he’s a force of nature.
Ted’s journey is one of resilience and service, a tale etched on the rugged streets of Bed-Stuy. From the asphalt of urban challenges, he rose, forging a path from self-trained Network Administrator in the challenging realms of IT to the frontlines as a Firefighter and EMT. His hands have shaped the world, not just through the concrete touch of a construction worker, but with the finesse of a Business Plan Developer and the precision of a Grant Writer.
His narrative unfolds as a rich tapestry of diverse experiences, each thread weaving into the fabric of his expertise. From the roaring sirens of emergency responses to the quiet hush of drafting business plans, Ted’s journey encompasses the essence of adaptability and dedication.
As a Social Impact Funding Strategist, Ted’s role is pivotal. Picture a mind that’s mastered the intricacies of emergency readiness programs, and now envisions a world where impactful initiatives thrive, regardless of financial constraints. His passion isn’t just professional; it’s personal. Having walked the gritty streets he now seeks to uplift, Ted embodies the spirit of genuine service.
A Transformative Vision
Vision2Funding is not just a consultancy; it’s a movement. It’s the culmination of Ted’s journey, where every twist and turn has been a stepping stone toward empowering the underserved. What makes Vision2Funding unique is its founder’s authenticity – a man who’s been in the trenches, both literally and figuratively.
Services That Transcend Boundaries
At Vision2Funding, our services extend beyond conventional consultancy. Ted’s hands-on experience reflects in every facet of what we offer:
Strategic Funding Guidance: Ted’s knack for turning challenges into opportunities is the bedrock of our strategic funding guidance. Imagine a roadmap that doesn’t just guide but transforms.
Custom Funding Roadmap: It’s not just a plan; it’s a tailored expedition spanning 6-9 years, curated to resonate with your unique vision.
Impact Assessment and Reporting: Precision in measuring impact – a skill honed in the emergency services – now applied to showcase the effectiveness of your initiatives.
Grant Management Services: Grant applications cease to be hurdles; they become gateways. Ted’s expertise ensures successful implementation and sustained access to funding opportunities.
Strategic Partnerships and Consortium Building: Collaborate, don’t just cooperate. Ted’s vision encourages the forging of partnerships that amplify collective strengths for greater impact and sustainability.
Program Development and Design: From the blueprint of emergency readiness programs to the intricacies of social initiatives, Ted collaborates to design programs that address real-world challenges.
Capacity Building and Training: Ted’s journey from self-taught Network Administrator to a multifaceted professional reflects in our capacity-building support. Strengthen your team across vital domains.
Social Enterprise Development: Make your venture a beacon of change. Ted guides the transition to a social enterprise model, where social impact isn’t just a byproduct but a core element.
Policy and Advocacy Support: Navigate policy landscapes with expertise. Shape environments that nurture social impact initiatives, ushering in positive systemic change.
Communication and Branding Services: Your story isn’t just told; it’s amplified. Ted’s background in IT and business planning converges to create branding that resonates and communicates effectively.
Funding Strategies That Transform Challenges into Triumphs
What sets Vision2Funding apart is Ted’s ability to identify not just funding sources, but transformative avenues for your organization. Picture this:
Foundation Grants: Explore the vast landscape of foundations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, and Open Society Foundations. These entities align with Ted’s vision of supporting social enterprises with clear social impact missions.
Corporate Sponsorships: Engage with corporations in alignment with your vision. Giants like Google and Microsoft are not just potential sponsors; they are partners in fostering positive change.
Government Funding Opportunities: Navigate the complexities of government funding with expertise. Ted’s background in emergency services lends insight into tapping into government resources effectively.
Impact Investment: Ted envisions impact not just in terms of change but as a return on investment. Explore avenues where impact investors align with your mission for a mutually beneficial relationship.
A Consultancy Rooted in Real-World Experience
Vision2Funding is not merely a consultancy; it’s an embodiment of Ted’s journey from the gritty streets of Bed-Stuy to the boardrooms where impactful decisions are made. As a client, you’re not just a project; you’re a narrative waiting to unfold.
The Personal Touch of Ted
What distinguishes Vision2Funding is the personal touch of its founder. Ted’s story isn’t just a narrative; it’s an assurance that your journey will be guided by someone who’s walked a similar path, who’s faced challenges and turned them into opportunities.
Join the Visionary Movement
We invite you to step into a realm where social impact isn’t just a goal; it’s a way of life. Ted’s vision transcends consultancy – it’s a transformative partnership. As a client, you’re not just receiving services; you’re becoming part of a movement that Ted has passionately cultivated.
World Report Card on the State of Women’s Equality: Focus on Black Teens in the United States
Introduction: Despite progress in recent years, the world remains unequal for women, and this is particularly true for black teen girls in the United States. While the country has made some strides in advancing women’s rights, there are still significant barriers to gender equality that black teen girls face. This report card will examine the state of women’s equality in the United States, focusing on the experiences of black teen girls, and the potential corrosive impacts if these issues are not immediately corrected. It will also provide solutions to each of the barriers identified.
Education: Access to quality education is a fundamental human right and a key factor in women’s empowerment. However, black teen girls in the United States often face significant barriers to accessing education, particularly in underfunded and marginalized communities. According to a report by the National Women’s Law Center, black girls are more likely to attend schools with high levels of poverty, and to be suspended and expelled at higher rates than their white peers.
Solutions to these barriers include increasing access to education through scholarships, funding, and the expansion of educational programs specifically targeting black teen girls.
Healthcare: Access to quality healthcare is a critical issue for women, particularly black teen girls. Black teens experience higher rates of mental health challenges, sexual and reproductive health challenges, and are more likely to suffer from chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
These disparities are often rooted in systemic racism and implicit biases in healthcare systems. To address these disparities, healthcare systems must prioritize anti-racism training for healthcare providers, expand access to quality care in underserved areas, and increase funding for research on black teen girls’ health issues.
Employment: While the job market can be challenging for all teens, gender inequality remains prevalent in many industries. Black teen girls experience particularly high rates of unemployment and underemployment, as well as wage disparities
Dear Black Girls,
I want to start by apologizing for the struggles you may face due to the wealth gap. I know it’s not fair that your economic opportunities may be limited because of systemic issues that were not created by you. But I want you to know that there are ways to overcome these obstacles and build a brighter future for yourself and your family.
A family trust is a legal entity that can hold and manage assets on behalf of your family. It can be funded with a variety of assets, such as retirement plans, real estate, stocks, and even life insurance policies. By pooling your family’s resources into a trust, you can leverage those assets to generate income and build wealth over time.
One of the most important things to understand is that life can be about more than just paying the bills and getting by. For the wealthy… It’s about building something greater than yourself, and creating a legacy that can last for generations. And one of the best ways to get started doing this is by creating and funding your very own Family Trust.
But creating a family trust isn’t just about building wealth. It’s also about protecting your family’s assets and ensuring that they are passed down to future generations. By setting up a trust, you can establish rules for how your assets are managed and distributed, so that your family can benefit from them for years to come.
I know that the idea of creating a family trust may seem daunting, especially if you come from a background where manual labor and just getting enough to feed the family has been the norm. But I urge you to think bigger. The world is changing, and there are more opportunities than ever before to build wealth and create a better life for yourself and your family.
So I encourage you to start learning about family trusts and other wealth-building strategies. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and seek out resources that can help you on your journey. And most importantly, don’t give up on your dreams. You have the power to change your future and create a better life for yourself and those you love.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
The future Wealthy You!
Here is an outline of the steps every black girl or women could begin to take and even the estimated costs to take each step to ensure you aren’t overcharged. This a Sample Action Plan Dear Black Girls Letter:
Creating and Funding a Family Trust:
Consult with a trust attorney to draft and establish the trust agreement (costs can vary widely depending on location and attorney fees, but can range from $2,000 to $10,000)
Contribute assets to the trust, such as retirement plans, life insurance policies, vehicles, homes, and jewelry, with an estimated total value of $1.5 million (or $150,000 per contributing family member)
Establish a plan for investing trust assets, such as through a financial advisor or investment manager (costs can vary, but typically range from 1-2% of assets under management per year)
Utilizing Infinite Banking:
Research and select an insurance company that offers whole life insurance policies with a cash value component
Purchase whole life insurance policies for each family member, with an estimated cost of $7,500 to $10,000 per policy (costs can vary depending on age, health, and coverage amount)
Use the cash value component of the policies to fund investments and other expenses, such as real estate acquisitions and business ventures
Implementing Velocity Banking:
Consult with a financial advisor or banking expert to establish a velocity banking plan
Open a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or other low-interest loan account to use for income and expenses
Use income and expenses to regularly pay down the balance of the HELOC or loan, while still maintaining enough liquidity for ongoing expenses
Investing in 10x Real Estate:
Research and identify potential real estate investment opportunities, such as abandoned hotels or other commercial properties that can be converted into supportive housing facilities
Conduct due diligence on potential properties, including property inspections, appraisals, and environmental assessments (costs can vary, but typically range from $5,000 to $20,000 per property)
Secure financing for property acquisition and renovation costs, such as through traditional bank loans or private equity partnerships (costs can vary widely depending on the size and scope of the project, but can range from $500,000 to $5 million or more)
Incorporating Social Enterprise Strategies:
Identify potential social enterprise opportunities, such as community-based programs or products that can generate both social impact and financial returns
Conduct market research and feasibility studies to assess the viability and potential profitability of the enterprise (costs can vary, but typically range from $10,000 to $50,000 per study)
Develop and implement a comprehensive business plan, including marketing, operations, and financial projections (costs can vary widely depending on the size and scope of the enterprise, but can range from $25,000 to $100,000 or more)
Note that these are rough estimates and costs can vary widely depending on individual circumstances and the specific recommendations being implemented. It is important to consult with professionals and conduct thorough research before making any financial decisions.
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Networking:
You should be learning all you can by attending Networking events and reaching out to organizations who provide opportunities for individuals to connect with peers and industry professionals in your lane. Black women can benefit from networking to gain access to extended resources and opportunities outside of their comfort zones. Here are three powerful videos on networking:
Building long-term wealth and creating a sustainable financial future for your family is a goal that many of us share. However, achieving this goal can be challenging, particularly for those who start with limited resources. In this article, I will share a unique approach to wealth building that combines the strategic use of trusts, holding companies, infinite banking strategies, and real estate investment trusts (REITs). By following this approach, ordinary families can create a powerful and sustainable financial plan that generates a compound ROI and provides financial security for generations to come.
Trusts are powerful estate planning tools that can help families protect their assets and minimize taxes. When you create a trust, you transfer ownership of your assets to a trustee, who manages the assets on behalf of the trust’s beneficiaries. Trusts can be used to accomplish a variety of goals, including protecting assets from creditors, minimizing estate taxes, and providing for the financial needs of family members.
Holding companies are another tool that can be used to manage family assets. A holding company is a corporation that owns and manages other companies’ stocks or assets. Holding companies can be used to consolidate family assets and provide a layer of protection against legal liabilities. By holding assets in a separate entity, families can insulate themselves from lawsuits and other legal risks.
Infinite banking strategies are a way to use retirement plans and life insurance policies to build long-term wealth. With infinite banking, families use their retirement accounts and specially designed whole life insurance policies to create a “bank” that they can borrow from. When you contribute to your retirement account or pay your insurance premiums, a portion of your payment goes into a cash value account that grows over time. You can borrow against the cash value of your policy or retirement account to fund investments, pay for college tuition, or cover unexpected expenses. By using these funds in this way, families can build wealth while also protecting themselves against unexpected financial shocks.
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are a type of investment vehicle that allows individuals to invest in real estate without actually owning property. REITs pool money from investors to buy and manage income-generating properties, such as commercial buildings, apartments, and shopping centers. By investing in a REIT, families can generate income from real estate investments without the hassle of managing properties themselves.
Putting all of these pieces together, families can create a powerful financial plan that generates compound ROI and provides long-term financial security to America’s underprivileged
Here’s how it works in practice:
Let’s say you’re a family of four with a combined income of $150,000 per year. You create a trust to hold your family’s assets, including your homes, investments, and other valuable assets. You also set up a holding company to manage your assets and provide a layer of protection against legal liabilities.
Next, you use infinite banking strategies to build a “bank” within or connected to your Family Trust. Now that you can borrow from your own financial institution to fund investments, mortgages or just to cover unexpected expenses. You contribute to your retirement accounts and purchase a whole life insurance policy with a death benefit of $1 million and an annual premium of $50,000 – $100,000. Over time, the cash value of your policy and retirement accounts grows, and you can borrow against it to fund investments, including a REIT.
Finally, you invest in a REIT or build one for yourself to generate income from holding or flipping your real estate investments. You invest a portion of your borrowed funds into the REIT and use the income generated from the investment to pay off your loans from and to the Family Trust. These activities will contribute to the Family Trust total value as your retirement accounts and insurance policies.
When you put all of these pieces together, you create a powerful financial plan that generates a compound ROI and provides long-term financial security. By using trusts, holding companies, infinite banking strategies, and REITs, ordinary families can build wealth and create a sustainable financial future for generations to come.
In conclusion, the key to building long-term wealth is to be strategic and intentional with your financial planning. By utilizing trusts, holding companies, infinite banking strategies, and REITs, families can create a powerful financial plan that generates both compound ROI and provides long-term financial security. While these strategies require careful planning and execution, they can be implemented with little to no cash investment and provide significant benefits over the long run. By following advanced Banking approaches, families can turn their financial dreams into reality and achieve their goals of building long-term wealth and financial security in a reasonably short period of time.
This might sting… Why haven’t you taken control of your financial future? Why aim just to get by?
I want to talk to you about something that may be difficult to hear, but it’s important that we address it. As a Black female psychologist, I’ve seen how cultural and psychological biases can impact the way we see ourselves and our potential for success.
Many Black women face unique challenges when it comes to building wealth. Some of these challenges are external, like systemic racism and lack of access to resources. But some are internal, and stem from deeply ingrained cultural and psychological beliefs.
One of the biggest obstacles Black women face is a lack of belief in their own potential. This can come from a number of sources, including cultural messages that suggest that Black women are less capable or less deserving of success than their counterparts of other races. It can also come from personal experiences of discrimination or marginalization, which can chip away at our confidence over time.
Another issue that affects many Black women is a fear of taking risks. This can be rooted in cultural messages that suggest that Black women need to be extra careful and avoid taking chances. But the truth is, taking calculated risks is often necessary to build wealth and achieve success.
Finally, many Black women struggle with self-doubt and imposter syndrome. These feelings can be particularly intense when we’re in environments where we are underrepresented or not fully valued. But it’s important to remember that our worth and potential are not defined by the opinions of others.
So what can we do to overcome these obstacles and start building wealth? The strategies I outlined in my previous letter are a great place to start. But it’s also important to address the psychological and cultural barriers that may be holding us back.
Here are some tips for overcoming these barriers and achieving True Success:
Challenge negative beliefs: When you find yourself thinking negative thoughts about your potential or worth, challenge those beliefs with evidence to the contrary. Remind yourself of your accomplishments and strengths.
Take calculated risks: Instead of avoiding risks altogether, learn how to take calculated risks. Do your research, weigh the potential outcomes, and make informed decisions.
Surround yourself with supportive people: Seek out mentors and peers who believe in you and support your goals.
Celebrate your successes: Don’t downplay your accomplishments or attribute them to luck or chance. Celebrate your successes and recognize your own hard work and talent.
Seek therapy: If you’re struggling with deep-seated psychological barriers to success, consider seeking therapy to work through these issues.
I believe in you, Black girls Everywhere. I know that we can overcome these barriers and build a better future for ourselves and our communities. Let’s start by believing in ourselves and our potential for success.
Most have never heard of the strategies to be revealed in this life changing family wealth empowerment guide. However most haven’t really taken a good look at the full problem either. So before we reveal some of those powerful Billionaire life hacks and wealth boosting strategies, let’s take a moment to examine the scope of the problem that minorities face in the area of Wealthdevelopment…
Understanding The Depths of the Inequality
Wealth inequality is a major issue impacting our society today, and the wealth gap between different racial and ethnic groups is a significant contributor to this problem. In this article, we will examine the wife array of negative impacts of the wealth gap across several sectors, drawing on ten scholarly resources support the conclusion that becoming wealthy is systematically designed with barriers to keep minorities out of the loop. If you can’t learn you can’t earn – So Education was one of their primary targets to systematically disadvantage minority populations from as early as preschool and early childhood years.
Education: One of the negative impacts of the wealth gap is on education. According to “The Economic State of Black America in 2021,” Black students are more likely to attend underfunded schools and have fewer educational opportunities than their white counterparts. This can and has continuously lead to lower academic achievement and fewer opportunities for career advancement, perpetuating the cycle of economic inequality. Imagine how hard it is to complete even a simple mortgage loan application if you are unable to read , write or do basic math? Education and Housing goes hand in hand.
Housing: The wealth gap truly widens it’s negative impacts when you see the deliberate inequities as far as housing opportunities and availability for black men and especially black women. As “Redlining: The History of Systemic Racism and Discrimination in American Housing” explains, redlining has contributed to the systematic exclusion of minorities from access to affordable housing, resulting in segregated neighborhoods and limited access to economic opportunities. This can further exacerbate the wealth gap and perpetuate economic inequality.
Business Ownership: Minority-owned businesses also face significant challenges in accessing funding and resources, as highlighted by “Minority Business Ownership: Data from the 2012 Survey of Business Owners” and “The Color of Entrepreneurship: Why the Racial Disparity Among Firms Costs the U.S. Billions.” This can limit economic opportunities and hinder the growth of minority-owned businesses, perpetuating the cycle of economic inequality.
Healthcare: The wealth gap also has negative impacts on healthcare. According to “A Roadmap to Reducing Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Care,” racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare access and outcomes contribute to economic inequality, as individuals and families face significant healthcare expenses that can drain their financial resources and limit their economic mobility.
Tax Policies: Finally, tax policies that favor the wealthy, as discussed in “Race, Wealth, and Taxes: How the Tax System Favors the Wealthy and Hurts Everyone Else,” contribute to economic inequality and the wealth gap. This can limit access to resources and opportunities for minorities, perpetuating the cycle of economic inequality.
In conclusion, the wealth inequality gap has negative impacts across several sectors, including education, housing, business ownership, healthcare, and tax policies. The cycle of economic inequality perpetuated by the wealth gap makes it difficult for minorities to access the same opportunities and resources as their white counterparts, contributing to the systemic exclusion of minorities from economic mobility and perpetuating the cycle of poverty and inequality. Addressing these issues will require a concerted effort to dismantle these systems of inequality and create more equitable economic and social policies that promote access to opportunity for all. So instead, use the system as it was designed. Create better products and become a much more powerful creator than you are a consumer.
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For most it’s easy to see and dismiss all this as unfixable especially because the problem seems too big and the systems’ built-in disadvantages may seem far too great to conquer. so How can we take matters into our own hands and start to really make a difference with actionable steps??? rapidly?
The Answer in a few words is this …
Intentionally Develop The Wealth Mindset by Embracing your Passion to Serve & Uplift Others!!!
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Empowering Underserved Americans with Powerful Infinite Banking Strategies
Abstract: The wealth gap in America has many significant negative impacts on minority individuals, families, and society at large, particularly those from marginalized communities. However, by implementing advanced financial strategies like Infinite Banking, everyday low income, minority Americans can take control of their financial future and build wealth. In this article, we will outline the benefits of Infinite Banking and provide resources for individuals interested in implementing these strategies.
Introduction: The wealth inequality gap in America has significant negative impacts on individuals, families, and society at large but especially the poor. Individuals from marginalized communities face more complex and unique challenges in accessing, building wealth due to these embedded, systemic and historic discrimination tactics. Everyone should at the very least be aware of this unrealized value. However, there are advanced financial strategies like Infinite Banking that can help individuals take control of their financial future and build true wealth. In this article, we will outline the benefits of Infinite Banking and provide resources for individuals interested in implementing these strategies.
What is Infinite Banking? Infinite Banking is an advanced financial strategy that involves using a specially designed whole life insurance policy to build wealth and create a personal banking system for your family and community. The policyholder pays premiums into the policy, which accumulate cash value over time. The policyholder can then borrow against the cash value of the policy to finance large purchases or secure investments. By doing so, the policyholder can create a personal banking system that generates wealth and creates financial flexibility.
Benefits of Infinite Banking: Infinite Banking offers several benefits for individuals looking to build wealth, including:
Access to tax-free loans: Loans taken against the cash value of a whole life insurance policy are tax-free, allowing individuals to finance purchases or investments without incurring additional tax liability.
Guaranteed returns: Whole life insurance policies offer guaranteed returns, providing a stable and predictable source of investment income.
Financial flexibility: By creating a personal banking system through Infinite Banking, individuals can access cash for emergencies, investments, or other financial needs without relying on traditional banks or lenders.
How to Implement Infinite Banking: Implementing Infinite Banking requires working with a specially trained financial advisor who can help individuals design and fund a whole life insurance policy. The policy must be structured correctly to maximize the accumulation of cash value, and the policyholder must be disciplined in paying premiums and borrowing against the cash value of the policy. However, with the right guidance and commitment, Infinite Banking can be an effective way for everyday Americans to take control of their financial future and build wealth.
Additional Resources: For individuals interested in learning more about Infinite Banking and how to implement these strategies, the following resources may be extremely helpful:
Nelson Nash’s “Becoming Your Own Banker” book and video series
The Infinite Banking Concept website and podcast
Financial advisors who specialize in Infinite Banking and can provide guidance on designing and funding whole life insurance policies.
Conclusion: The wealth gap in America has significant negative impacts on individuals, families, and society at large, particularly those from marginalized communities. However, advanced financial strategies like Infinite Banking offer a way for everyday Americans to take control of their financial future and build wealth. By working with specially trained financial advisors and implementing Infinite Banking strategies, individuals can create personal banking systems that generate wealth and provide financial flexibility.
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Learn the following Strategies and approaches in addition to Infinite Banking to supercharge your Wealth building…
This approach combines the power of these hidden wealth strategies to create a comprehensive wealth-building plan that should be tailored to each individual’s unique financial goals and circumstances. Do your own Research and Consult with several professionals before attempting this on your own.
Infinite Banking: Remember Infinite Banking is a strategy that involves using whole life insurance policies to build up a cash value that can be used as a source of liquidity for investments or other expenses. With this strategy, individuals can borrow against their cash value at a low-interest rate and use the borrowed funds to invest in real estate, businesses or other revenue generating assets. The cash value of the insurance policy continues to grow, providing a stable source of income and asset growth to support bigger and better future projects. Let’s look at some of the other critical components needed to rapidly increase your trusts Wealth and Value.
Family Trusts: Family Trusts are a powerful tool for generational wealth-building especially when merged with the Infinite banking strategy. These Revocable Trusts or living will trusts allow individuals to transfer assets to future generations without incurring estate taxes or probate fees. By creating a family trust, individuals can ensure that their wealth is protected and passed on to their heirs in a
tax-efficient manner.
10x Real Estate Investment: 10x Real Estate Investment is a strategy that involves investing in real estate assets that have the potential to generate ten times the initial investment. This strategy involves identifying undervalued properties, making improvements, and then selling or renting out the property for a profit. With this approach, individuals can generate substantial returns on their investment while building long-term wealth.
Combining the Strategies: By combining these strategies, individuals can create a comprehensive wealth-building plan that is tailored to their unique financial goals and circumstances. Infinite Banking provides a source of liquidity and stable asset growth, while Family Trusts protect assets and ensure generational wealth. 10x Real Estate Investment generates substantial returns and builds long-term wealth.
Think you have what it takes already and you just want a general concept model or a framework outline to begin customizing on your own??? Ok, I got you…. Here are two FREE Examples for those that are ready to go. Remember to do your own research this is just to help spark your social visionary ideas ready to go.
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Here is a powerful example of how a Black or Brown Family Head could gather the “reasonable and like-minded members” of the family together and actually pool all their valuables to fund their closing of the wealth gap being with assembling your Family Trust. This is Especially true for things that most minority or low-income families wouldn’t think has any real value. , like insurance policies, retirement plans, and of course property, jewelry, vehicles and even coin collections can all be assembled to fund your Family Trust. To be clear, The example below will actually show how one can assemble immediate value within a family or Trusted group and actually borrow against the full cumulative value of the trust to buy a large Apartment Building or Business and generate charity2roi revenues. Everyone gets to keep control of their valuables and the revenue the trust generates allows Trustees to keep buying more properties while overseeing annual distributions to members and beneficiaries. This will only add to the Trusts total value and borrowing power compounding and increasing year after year.
This will only add to the Trusts increasing buying power year after year.
The example below will show how one can borrow against the full value of the trust to buy a large Apartment Building or Business. Everyone gets to keep their contributed items of value and the revenue the trust generates allows Trustees to make purchases, allocations and annual distributions. This social impact funding strategy will only add to the Trusts increasing buying power year after year.
Example #1
Let’s assume that ten family members are pooling their assets (retirement plans, property, insurance policies) together to create a Family Trust. Let’s say they conservatively contribute about 150k in valuables each. The combined value of their assets is $1.5 million (10 x $150k). With this pool of assets, the family trust can explore various investment opportunities to build wealth and bridge the wealth gap.
One potential opportunity for the family trust is to invest in real estate through a 10x REIT that they develop, but we will get to that later.
With the $1.5 million pool of assets, the family trust could potentially invest in an abandoned hotel and convert it into a shelter, group home or supportive housing facilities. This would not only generate a positive social impact but also provide a reliable stream of rental income for the trust.
If the Hotel purchase price is at $10 million for the abandoned hotel, the family trust could leverage their $1.5 million pool of assets and the Trust can take out a mortgage for the remaining $8.5 million. With a 25-year mortgage at a 4% interest rate, the monthly mortgage payment would be a lot of money, approximately $45,000 every month. This fear is what often holds our people back. But they should have kept reading to find out how much the property will generate each month…
The family will pay members or staff to manage the property and keep at least a 90% occupancy rate. The average rental income for social services housing can be between $1-2k. If we split the difference and say $1,500 per unit, the family trust could potentially generate a monthly rental income of $450,000 (300 units x $1,500).
After deducting the monthly mortgage payment of $45,000, and 200k for staff and management expenses, the trust would have a net monthly income of $205,000. That’s every Month building on the existing value of the family trust!!!
Over the course of only one year, the trust would generate a net rental income of $4.86 million before expenses. With this income, the trust could pay off the mortgage in approximately 14 years but whether us ever paid off he mortgage is paid off, the trust would have a very reliable stream of rental income that could should be partially reinvested and or partially distributed to the beneficiaries. Either way the Family Trust lives on to fund another generation.
Example #2
Building on Example 1 a family trust formed in a similar collective fashion could now invest in developing their own 10x REIT. (Real Estate Investment Trust). By pooling their assets together, the family trust could potentially raise additional capital from other investors and acquire multiple properties to generate a diversified stream of social services and rental income.
Assuming a successful fundraising round that raised an additional $10 million in leveraged capital, the family trust could potentially acquire three abandoned hotels and convert them into supportive housing facilities. Assuming the same rental income and occupancy rate as before, the family trust could potentially generate a net rental income of $1.215 million per month ($405,000 x 3 properties).
Over the course of just one year, the family trust could generate a net rental income of $14.58 million. After deducting the operating expenses, including mortgage payments, property management fees, and maintenance costs, the trust could potentially generate a net income of $9 million per year or nearly $100 Million over ten years.
With this income, the family trust could continue to invest in additional properties, distribute profits to beneficiaries, or reinvest in the trust in other ways. By skillfully using a blended version of infinite banking, velocity banking, family trusts, and 10x real estate, the family trust can rapidly begin to bridge the wealth gap and create an incredibly powerful, long-lasting legacy for decades of future generations.
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Dear Black Girls… The Power to Change the World 🌎 Lies within You!!!
We, the unfair society, have failed you.
We have created systems and structures that deliberately disadvantage you, limit even your potential creative growth, and make it harder and harder for you to achieve your dreams. We are sorry for the pain and suffering this has and may continuously cause you.
But despite our shortcomings, we want you to know that you are capable of achieving great things within us. We want to offer you some actionable life hacks and effective tools that can help you navigate life despite the disadvantages you face.
First, we want you to understand the critical importance of learning the basics of how the human brain works. Our brains are incredibly powerful, capable of learning and adapting throughout our lives. This is due to a phenomenon called neuroplasticity, which means that the connections between neurons in our brains can change in response to our perceptions, beliefs and experiences. (Please learn more on the implications of neuroplasticity)
So, what does this mean for you? It means that you have much greater powers than you were taught to believe you have. That you actually have the power to change your brains growth and development and literally improve your own abilities and your results in life. By engaging in certain intentional activities and positive habits, you can strengthen the specific neural connections that are important for learning, memory, and creating a new paradigm shifts in your own life .
Tools for Overcoming Social Disadvantages
Here are some tools and strategies that you can use to harness the power of neuroplasticity and overcome many of the challenges you face:
Intentionally Exercise Mindfulness – It will Attract Ones Hearts Desire
1. Practice mindfulness:
Mindfulness is the practice of being present and aware of your thoughts and feelings. It has been shown to be grounding, improve focus, reduce stress, and enhance creativity. Try spending a few minutes each day practicing mindfulness, whether through meditation or simply taking a few deep breaths and focusing on the present moment while being aware of your breathing.
Love to LEARN with a GROWTH MINDSET – See Your real Self. See That True Beauty is within you!
2. Learn a new skill:
When you learn a new skill, you are creating new neural pathways in your brain. YES! This can help improve your cognitive and metacognitive abilities and make you better equipped to handle challenges. Whether it’s learning a new language, taking up a musical instrument, or trying a new sport, challenging yourself to learn something new can have a big impact on your overall welfare but especially in your brain.
3. Challenge yourself:
It can be tempting to stick with what’s comfortable and familiar, but pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone is key to growth and development. When you challenge yourself, you create new neural connections and strengthen existing ones. Whether it’s taking on a new project at work, speaking up in a meeting, or trying something that scares you, challenging yourself can help you build resilience and improve your abilities.
Connect with others:
Humans are social creatures, and connecting with others is essential for our well-being. When we engage in social interactions, our brains release chemicals like oxytocin that promote feelings of happiness and connection. So, make an effort to connect with others, whether through joining a club or group, volunteering, or simply reaching out to a friend.
We know that navigating an unfair society can be difficult, but it is You who must learn to believe in your ability to overcome the challenges you face and press on. By harnessing the power of neuroplasticity and engaging in mindful activities that promote brain growth and development, you can improve your level of abilities, build resilience, and achieve your goals more rapidly than most would ever believe is possible.
Treat yourself and others With Love and don’t just hope for a better and more equal future for all, instead, build it …
Leave future generations better than what we’ve left you. See Greatness on You, Believe and have faith that the world and the universe are working in your favor.
Sincerely
The Unfair Society or aka The Higher YOU!
Note from Author:
#Tedfunding is a Black Father of 5 Black Girls and is passionate about bringing powerful Life Hacks and offering options that drastically reduces the wealth inequality gap for black girls everywhere. To do this effectively we must provide them with a Greater vision of themselves combined with effective strategies and actionable solutions.
Q: Where and How do we begin to realistically start to curve the narrative for our minority girls and rapidly reverse systemic effects thus closing various inequity gaps simultaneously?
A: Mindset: By helping black and brown girls to truly see a clear path forward in Emotional Intelligence. By giving them some of the same life tools that the Billionaires know to give their kids to get them started in Life easily. Here are some of those tools…
To All Parents of Black Girls…
Above all start your own enlightenment process. Check out the videos below to help support your own Personal enlightenment and empowerment processes to create a solid foundation for what you will be teaching them.
#1 is to Teach them Love 💟. Love of thyself and of others. This helps to frame what our children will see as important. We cant control what happens but we can help shape the perspective they have of themselves and the role or impact they believe they have in this world. In fact it is a crucial part of ones identity and the critical part of change. When we adopt and embrace growth mindset vs the fixed mindset. Remember that Learning to Love yourself and others is best taught to youth through example. We must be the foundational change and start to be intentionally selective about what we feed our mind body and spirit. So our girls will do the same about what they are feeding their minds.
2. Learn to See & Appreciate The Good : Start to see the good or at least the Teachable Moments in almost all things and in nearly all situations. Even in the tough times (especially during the difficult times) there are tons of Lessons to still be very grateful for. To start, Watch 5-10 minute gratitude, Growth Mindset or related self Empowerment videos and discuss some of these very powerful and paradigm shifting videos together with your minority kids. Let them see how attitude and mindset does impact the outcomes we desire
3. Take immediate Action: Propose a Family Day/Hour – even if it’s only once or twice per week. Be intentional do your research and Watch powerful educational videos with purposeful intent. Often times these videos will actually reveal a different way of looking at situation or life circumstances and offer new perspectives on optional creative solutions and supports. For example Parents should be building on their family Wealth and teaching their kids to do the same.
Teach Love: By first Learning to appreciate and Love 💓 The Beautiful Wonderful person that is You!!!
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“The Power of Vulnerability” by Brené Brown: In this TED talk, Brené Brown discusses the importance of vulnerability and how it can lead to stronger connections with others. Her insights align with the importance of challenging oneself and stepping outside of one’s comfort zone to foster growth and development.
“All It Takes Is 10 Mindful Minutes” by Andy Puddicombe: In this TED talk, Andy Puddicombe discusses the importance of mindfulness and how it can improve mental health and well-being. His insights align with the suggestion to practice mindfulness as a tool for stress reduction and improved focus.
“The Surprising Science of Happiness” by Dan Gilbert: In this TED talk, Dan Gilbert discusses the science of happiness and how our brains perceive and pursue happiness. His insights align with the suggestion to challenge oneself and learn new skills as a way to create new neural pathways and improve cognitive abilities.
“How to Make Stress Your Friend” by Kelly McGonigal: In this TED talk, Kelly McGonigal discusses the relationship between stress and resilience and how changing our mindset can help us better cope with stress. Her insights align with the suggestion to challenge oneself and build resilience as a way to overcome the challenges of an unfair society.
“The Art of Asking” by Amanda Palmer: In this TED talk, Amanda Palmer discusses the power of vulnerability and how asking for help can lead to deeper connections with others. Her insights align with the importance of building connections with others and the suggestion to challenge oneself and step outside of one’s comfort zone.
“How to Learn? From Mistakes” by Diana Laufenberg: In this TED talk, Diana Laufenberg discusses the importance of learning from mistakes and how failure can be a valuable tool for growth and development. Her insights align with the suggestion to challenge oneself and learn new skills as a way to create new neural pathways and improve cognitive abilities.
“How to Make Hard Choices” by Ruth Chang: In this TED talk, Ruth Chang discusses the process of making difficult decisions and how it can lead to personal growth and development. Her insights align with the suggestion to challenge oneself and step outside of one’s comfort zone.
“The Power of Believing That You Can Improve” by Carol Dweck: In this TED talk, Carol Dweck discusses the power of a growth mindset and how it can lead to improved performance and achievement. Her insights align with the suggestion to challenge oneself and learn new skills as a way to create new neural pathways and improve cognitive abilities.
Hey there, teenage girl, feeling down? Do your body image issues make you frown? It’s time to believe in yourself and your worth, And see that you can make an impact on this earth.
Step 1: Self-Love and Acceptance It starts with loving and accepting yourself, Embrace your body, and don’t put it on a shelf. Your beauty lies within, not just your outer shell, So, love yourself, and you’ll do well.
Step 2: Explore Your Passion What’s your passion? What drives you? What do you want to achieve and pursue? Think about it and write it down, This is the start of your entrepreneurial crown.
Step 3: Research and Plan With your passion in hand, it’s time to research, What market needs and what ideas could perch. Plan your mission, finances, and strategies, And be sure to include your unique energies.
Step 4: Build Your Network Find support from those who believe in you, Friends, family, mentors, who will see you through. Connect with like-minded peers and entrepreneurs, To help you navigate through all your fears.
Step 5: Start Small and Make a Difference Start small and make an impact in your range, Think about what you can do, and how to change. Create a business that’s meaningful and true, And make a difference, that’s all up to you.
Social Business Ideas for Teens:
1. A recycling program that collects cans and bottles for donation to local charities. 2. A tutoring service for underprivileged students. 3. A social media campaign to raise awareness about mental health. 4. A nonprofit organization that collects and distributes school supplies to children in need. 5. A neighborhood clean-up service to keep streets and parks clean. 6. A charity auction that raises funds for a local cause. 7. A fundraising event for a local animal shelter or wildlife organization. 8. A garden project that grows fresh produce for a food bank. 9. A social enterprise that empowers girls to code and learn tech skills
Step 6: Get Creative with Marketing Marketing is key, to get the word out, Get creative with how you want to shout. Use social media, blogs, and events, To spread your message and keep it intense.
Step 7: Keep Learning and Growing Keep yourself updated with the latest trends, Attend events, and make new friends. Be open to feedback and willing to learn, And never forget, to take a turn.
Step 8: Stay Positive and Believe in Yourself Stay positive and believe in your worth, Remember, you’re valuable, you’re not just a girth. With determination and passion, you can do it, And make an impact that’s truly legit.
Quick Tips:
Take care of your mental and physical health, they go hand in hand. Seek professional help if you’re struggling with body image and self-worth. Surround yourself with positive influences and role models. Celebrate your successes, no matter how small they may seem. Learn from your failures, they are opportunities to grow. Take breaks when you need to, and don’t push yourself too hard. Don’t compare yourself to others, you are unique and special. Remember that your vision and purpose are important, and you have the ability to achieve them.
A Step-by-step plan for local grocery stores looking to adopt a food and nutrition social enterprise as part of their business model:
Step 1: Understand the Market and the Community Needs
Investigate the local community’s needs in terms of nutrition and healthy food options. Collect data through surveys, focus groups, and community meetings. Analyze local demographics, buying habits, and the success of similar initiatives in similar areas.
Step 2: Develop a Business Model
Consider the scale of your social enterprise, your goals, and how this initiative fits within your current business operations. Decide on the products and services you will offer (e.g., fresh produce, nutritional advice, cooking classes). Consider how these services will be priced or if they will be offered for free.
Step 3: Source Products and Suppliers
Identify suppliers who can provide the healthy food options you plan to offer. This might include local farmers, wholesalers specializing in organic produce, or companies that offer products with nutritional benefits.
Step 4: Establish Partnerships
Reach out to potential partners such as local schools, community centers, or non-profit organizations interested in promoting health and nutrition. They may offer support through funding, resources, or collaborative programming.
Step 5: Secure Funding
Consider a variety of funding sources: grants, loans, partnerships, or in-kind donations. Apply to relevant funding opportunities identified in your initial research.
Step 6: Train Staff
Ensure that all staff members understand the goals of the social enterprise and can effectively communicate these goals to customers. Provide training on the products and services you offer.
Step 7: Marketing and Promotion
Develop a marketing strategy to promote your new products and services. This might involve social media, community events, local advertising, or partnerships with other businesses or organizations.
Step 8: Launch the Initiative
Begin offering your new products and services, starting small and scaling up as necessary. Monitor sales and customer feedback to assess the success of the initiative and make adjustments as needed.
Step 9: Evaluate and Adjust
Regularly evaluate the success of the social enterprise, both in terms of business outcomes (revenue, customer engagement) and social outcomes (community health indicators, customer feedback). Adjust your strategy as necessary to meet your goals.
Step 10: Sustain and Grow
Once the model is working effectively, look for opportunities to sustain and grow the initiative. This might involve expanding to new locations, adding new products or services, or scaling up successful programs.
Each step may require further planning and specific actions, but this general plan can serve as a starting point for local grocery stores looking to implement a social enterprise model focused on food and nutrition
Step 1 of 6 Love The Growth Mindset and Its New Role in Organizations
The key first step in developing the Wealth Mindset is to cultivate a core inner awareness and a fun practice of utilizing Growth Mindset principles from a Leadership perspective.
The concept of growth mindset involves thinking differently and elevated levels of ownership as a leader. Today, people are watching our every move, questioning our decisions, and wondering if we can solve our organization’s growth problems. If you want others to embrace the concept of growth, you must make sure they know what to expect from you. Be clear about the path to growth, and what role others play in the organization’s growth. Ultimately, they will feel more empowered, and your organization will grow faster as a result.
Growth mindset is a belief that intelligence is malleable
The theory behind a growth mindset focuses on the fact that people can change their intelligence. It is often associated with science, where the basis of the enterprise is discovery and learning. It implies that intelligence can be developed and improved over time. In the United States, we tend to adopt the fixed mindset in school and later in life. The theory also encourages children to challenge themselves and to pursue goals they might otherwise have deemed impossible.
One study found that people with a growth mindset are more accurate after making mistakes. This finding was consistent with previous research. This study used EEG to measure the brain’s response to error corrections. The difference in Pe amplitude was the highest at site Pz, while correlational analyses of the two groups found a positive association. The results suggest that individuals with a growth mindset have greater attentional resources, which allows them to make sense of mistakes and correct them when necessary.
It promotes progress and problem solving
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<p>The concept of growth mindset is widely used in education and business today. Generally speaking, students who have a growth mindset look for challenging tasks, risking mistakes, and developing expertise. This mindset requires effort and persistence, but it’s worth it when you’re rewarded for it in the form of measurable personal growth and advancements. This article discusses the growth mindset and the role it plays in organizations. It is important to understand the concepts behind it before implementing them in your Organizations Culture.
<p>It’s important to understand that complex learning rarely occurs in one trial or insight. Expertise is developed through years of practice. To develop your expertise, you must foster persistence and provide formative feedback. An instructor must offer more than praise for effort or empty affirmation of a growth mindset. They must give specific feedback to help students develop their expert skills. This type of feedback is essential for promoting progress and problem solving.
The concept of a Growth Mindset has been credited with helping students develop the ability to cope with negative situations and learn how to deal with them in the future. According to Dr. Carol Dweck, the Fixed Mindset is the belief that certain characteristics are inborn and cannot be changed, while a Growth Mindset views failure as an opportunity to learn. By adopting this mindset, students can build resilience and become more resilient, regardless of their circumstances.
In contrast, students with a growth mindset tend to take setbacks as an opportunity to learn from them and grow. They actively reflect on lessons learned, develop new strategies and skills to overcome problems, and move on to the next challenge. In hard times remember, Resiliency is crucial to both personal and professional growth. It can help people achieve success in their career and personal lives. It’s important to consider the connection between resilience and personal growth, and see how each one is linked to the other in your personal life and in your business.
<p>Many companies have now embraced some version of the growth mindset philosophy, with some of the best examples are GE, Billionsinchange, Bloomberg, Apple, and Microsoft. Even Microsoft, a 40-year-old tech company, has adopted the growth mindset. In a nutshell, the growth mindset focuses on creating an environment that fosters growth and innovation. In other words, a culture of self-improvement is encouraged. Embracing a growth mindset means putting more effort into learning and sharing. It most importantly means being humble, admitting mistakes when they arise, and using them as valuable lessons.
Developing a growth mindset culture requires a conscious effort from managers and employees alike. Employees must feel empowered to make a difference and should be given constructive feedback when it is due. If employees are able to demonstrate that they have been rewarded for their efforts, this will increase their willingness to take on challenging projects. It is important to recognize that the growth mindset culture can help an organization thrive despite setbacks and failures.
Steps 2-6 of The Wealth MindsetAction Plan
Step 2Release the Fear Mindset A fear of money is a major deterrent to pursuing wealth and achieving your goals. A high salary and income alone won’t help you achieve your goals or accumulate wealth. To build wealth, you need to be intentional about your spending and invest your money wisely. If you don’t do these things, you will never reach your financial goals. Read on to learn more about the differences between the two mindsets. If you’re interested in building wealth, read on.
Step 3Poor mindset stifles ambition A poor mindset stifles ambition because it deludes itself into thinking that it can do anything by working harder than anyone else. In contrast, a rich mindset accepts that there is no such thing as perfection and that the only thing that counts is what you can achieve by working harder than anyone else. Using this perspective, you can build a more powerful team and create more value than the sum of its parts.
The term mindset refers to the collection of preconceived notions that a person has based on the influences around him. This is a set of beliefs that categorizes people into rich and poor. People are born with certain mindsets, despite being different. Some beliefs help us segregate people into rich and poor. It is important to understand how your mindset works in order to achieve your goals. Once you know your mindset, it is much easier to achieve success.
Step 4Rich mindset embraces competition The rich mindset celebrates others’ success and welcomes competition. It is an opportunity to learn from other people’s achievements and improve one’s skills. When faced with a competition, a person with a rich mindset is a generalist, rather than a specialist. In their pursuits, they focus on things that matter most rather than competing with others for the same thing. Here are some ways in which people with a rich mindset embrace competition.
A rich mindset is a self-aware person who understands that it is impossible to know everything. A poor mindset, on the other hand, deludes itself into thinking it does, believing that opposing viewpoints are wrong. By focusing on strengths and avoiding weaknesses, the rich mindset creates greater value. The right team is greater than its parts. It also embraces competition for the sake of its own growth. The opposite is true for the poor mindset.
The rich mindset understands the value of competition and the wonderful need to constantly learn new things. The poor mindset, on the other hand, believes it is enough to learn until school, and then stops learning after graduation. This mindset stifles ambition and drive.
To become rich, it is necessary to change one’s mindset. To change a poor mindset, one must first understand what it is not. Then, they can adopt the mindset of a wealthy person.
The poor mindset believes that they know it all and believes that no one is capable of competing with them. It is easy for a poor person to see a competitor as more capable than them, and will instead quit rather than compete. A rich mindset knows that competition can help one become more successful. If a person has a rich mindset, they will enjoy the competitive spirit that competition brings. Embracing competition can help you grow and achieve your goals.
Step 5Self-love Many people have an inflated sense of their own worth and believe that they deserve something. This notion of undeserved worth is not the same as self-love, which is based on acknowledging your worth. People who feel unworthy cannot experience the good things in life. They may spend their lives trying to conquer the world, but this is not a sustainable way to live. Eventually, they will tire of this pursuit and will eventually turn to material wealth.
If you are struggling to meet your basic needs, self-love can be a luxury. If you’re struggling to find shelter, food, and shelter, self-love can feel like a luxury. For some, it’s even a temporary setback during difficult phases in life. But with the right self-love practice, you’ll find that your wealth mindset can transform.
A good way to practice self-love is to create rituals around yourself. Self Love Rituals have a deep meaning, and are great ways to make time for yourself. You may want to meditate or exercise. Setting boundaries is also very important. People who don’t respect your boundaries are a hindrance to practicing self-love. But you must set boundaries in order to have a fulfilling life.
When you love yourself, you can accept setbacks and challenges. Moreover, this mindset enables you to accept that there are things beyond your control. Consequently, you can be prepared to deal with them and move forward. You can also be more optimistic about your future if you learn to love yourself. If you don’t like the thought of failure, it doesn’t have to be a hindrance.
Step 6Confidence The difference between the rich and the poor is their level of confidence. If you don’t have the confidence to pursue your dreams, you’ll find yourself being labeled as weird or clingy. In addition to resulting in bad relationships, lacking confidence can also land you on emergency Ben and Jerry’s runs. Most jobs require previous experience. Confidence is a critical factor in understanding the wealth mindset.
People with a wealth mindset are often not afraid of change, taking risks, and working hard. They feel less fear of poverty and becoming dependent on others. As a result, they’re more likely to take risks, be resourceful with their time, and make sacrifices. Developing this mindset will make you more likely to achieve your goals and live a happier life. If you’re looking for a wealth mindset, make the time to gain more knowledge.
Developing a wealth mindset is about knowing your worth, recognizing your resources, and taking steps to achieve it. It’s about building your confidence, investing in your future, and forming genuine relationships. The new wealthy understand the value of resources, and how to maximize them in every way. While money can be important, it’s not everything. Confidence in yourself, and in your abilities, is what will help you create an abundance mindset.
The confidence of team members is an important component of a team’s success. While each individual is unique, their collective confidence is an indicator of their ability to succeed. Whether or not you’re confident in a particular field can impact your confidence. Likewise, your level of confidence can influence the outcome of your endeavors. So, the more confident you are, the greater your chances of success. If you’re a good risk taker, confidence in your ability to succeed is an important component of your wealth mindset.
Scientific and Spiritual opinions agree that enlightenment is not just one state of being but instead its a progressive and gradual establishing of states or levels of consciousness.s.
Usually there is a difference between an initial awakening and a later stabilisation of that stage that happens through practice or experiences. The initial awakenings are new discoveries about the dynamics of consciousness, while the stabilisation is the assimilation of what is being discovered into one’s life experience. Sometimes, a new discovery can completely over-rule or modify upon an older one.
Almost all stages of enlightenment can be said to be associated with Presence. However, the enlightening Presence comes in various degrees of intensity and clarity. The degree of intensity is directly dependent on the level and depth of one’s clarity as well as one’s realisations/discoveries.
Also, as one progresses along, the relationship or connections of oneself to the universe and existence at large also becomes clearer.
Powerful Activity Bonus: Speak and Feel 3 of the following gratitude quotes 3 times right before bed and again right after you wake up. Do this exercise for 3 -6 days to see new incredible opportunities as a by product if your shift into the Gratitude Energy.
The 24 Greatest Gratitude Quotes of all Time
“Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace, and gratitude.” — Denis Waitley
“Have gratitude for all that you have, and you can be happy exactly as you are.” — Mandy Ingber
“Got no checkbooks, got no banks. Still I’d like to express my thanks — I’ve got the sun in the mornin’ and the moon at night.” ― Irving Berlin
“Gratitude helps you to grow and expand; gratitude brings joy and laughter into your life and into the lives of all those around you.” — Eileen Caddy
“Joy is the simplest form of gratitude.” ― Karl Barth
“Silent gratitude isn’t much use to anyone.” — Gertrude Stein
“The highest tribute to the dead is not grief but gratitude.” ― Thornton Wilder
“What separates privilege from entitlement is gratitude.” ― Brené Brown
“Gratitude is the sign of noble souls.” — Aesop
“Living in a state of gratitude is the gateway to grace.” — Ariana Huffington
“The unthankful heart discovers no mercies; but the thankful heart will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings.” ― Henry Ward Beecher
“Gratitude is a powerful catalyst for happiness. It’s the spark that lights a fire of joy in your soul.” — Amy Collette
“Gratitude changes the pangs of memory into a tranquil joy.” — Dietrich Bonhoeffer
“The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy.” — Mother Teresa
“Of all the characteristics needed for both a happy and morally decent life, none surpasses gratitude. Grateful people are happier, and grateful people are more morally decent.” — Dennis Prager
“Gratitude is a divine emotion. It fills the heart, not to bursting; it warms it, but not to fever.” — Charlotte Bronte
“When a person doesn’t have gratitude, something is missing in his or her humanity. A person can almost be defined by his or her attitude toward gratitude.” — Elie Wiesel
“Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary.” — Margaret Cousins
“Gratitude, warm, sincere, intense, when it takes possession of the bosom, fills the soul to overflowing and scarce leaves room for any other sentiment or thought.” — John Quincy Adams
“Giving is an expression of gratitude for our blessings.” — Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen
“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” ― William Arthur Ward
“If you want to find happiness, find gratitude.” ― Steve Maraboli, “Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience”
“I may not be where I want to be but I’m thankful for not being where I used to be.” ― Habeeb Akande
“I am happy because I’m grateful. I choose to be grateful. That gratitude allows me to be happy.” — Will Arnett