They are the money phrases we have all heard before, and that many of us say both consciously and subconsciously all the time. Be careful, some of these seemingly harmless phrases about money can actually interfere with the wealth-building process.
Let's take a look at nine of the most popular phrases about money:
It takes money to make money
This phrase is limiting at best and destructive at worst. The truth is you have to have great ideas that solve problems to make money. If you do, you will attract money like a magnet. Wealthy investors are always on the lookout for the next big investment they can sink their teeth into.
Money doesn't grow on trees
Figuratively speaking, money does grow on trees; and the trees are ideas. This belief sets people up to believe money is scarce and difficult to earn, instead of seeing money as abundant and earning it is as easy as solving a problem through persistent, creative thought.
Another day another dollar
The masses trade time for money. This creates the belief that making money is a linear process directly connected to time. The average person believes the only way to make more money is to work more hours. Big money requires thinking about it in non-linear terms.
Money is the root of all evil
The real saying is actually "the love" of money is the root of all evil, but has been misquoted for centuries that most people believe money itself is the root of all evil. Decide to be proud of your ambition and ignore people who tell you that wanting to be rich is wrong. Click Huff Post for the rest