Some people believe in a magical “secret” that will grant them anything so long as they wish hard enough.
I do not believe in this.
But I do know that good luck is partly a matter of perception — and it can be optimized.
My friend Julie Cairns has filmed a new documentary about business, mindset, self-reliance, and — yes — abundance, and it’s called The Abundance Code. And I’m in the film!
Many months ago, Julie and I sat down together (virtually … she lives thousands of miles from me, in Australia) and talked for about six hours about living a meaningful life and developing businesses on our own terms.
That footage was winnowed down and combined with conversations from 16 other folks into a 90-minute film on the theme of creating more abundance in your life.
You can check out the film (it’s premiering on the web for free) at TheAbundanceCode.com.
You can also snag some of my thoughts on luck, business, and living with purpose over on my podcast episode about the film. You can find that here:
Up All Night to Get Lucky: Sonia’s in a Documentary!
I don’t believe that abundance and good fortune belong only to those who are already fortunate. And in fact, the ideas that Julie and I talked about are particularly applicable for people who are too often left out or marginalized in “traditional” workplaces.
I hope you’ll check out the film — and use some of the ideas you find there to create something fantastic for your life.
Reader Comments (10)
Tanya Lumere says
I take what you say to heart Sonia. When you say “if you can keep those two in balance, your curiosity and your stubbornness, you are going to get there. I promise you, you are going to get there.” You got me all verklempt Sonia.
Sonia Simone says
Aw!
I feel it’s really important to have voices of encouragement for those rough days. We all have rough days sometimes. 🙂
Anna Ross says
I will be sure to check out “The Abundance Code”! Thank you!
Christine Wareing says
Having watched the film, there is not a lot of difference between this and {The Secret}, which very much impacted me, although neither have really convinced me that you can really have it all if you manifest hard enough.
I believe that every bodies life is mapped out for them from birth, and whoever you are born to this is your package deal, hopefully you are given the opportunity to have a good life, some are lucky ,,some are not.
Regards Christine.
Sonia Simone says
For me there is a massive difference, which is that you cannot, and should not, expect to get anything simply by “manifesting” (wishing). You have to take action, and you have to keep your eyes open and continue to take informed action.
The role that “abundance thinking” plays for me is that it sets up a mindset in which you’ll actually take the actions you know would be beneficial. It’s creating a space of optimism in order to fuel behavior change.
If you’re into podcasts, the episode I linked to goes into a bit more detail — I think mindset is crucial, but it’s just one element. An abundant mindset without action is just daydreaming.
David Boozer says
I will check this out then if you are in it Sonia… =)
Sonia Simone says
Aw, thanks. 🙂 Hope you find it valuable!
George Hudson says
I’ll surely check it out. ! This is a great blog too. All the best for your future. 🙂
renata batista says
This blog is so rich in content and inspiring. I just love it!
Matt says
I guess I will have to check out this movie now Sonia!
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