Wealth from the old English word "weal", which means "well-being" or "welfare". The term was originally an adjective to describe the possession of such qualities.

"Wealth" has come to mean an abundance of items of economic value, or the state of controlling or possessing such items, and encompasses money, real estate and personal property. In many countries wealth is also measured by reference to access to essential services such as health care, or the possession of crops and livestock. An individual who is wealthy, affluent, or rich is someone who has accumulated substantial wealth relative to others in their society or reference group. In economics, wealth refers to the value of assets owned minus the value of liabilities owed at a point in time.

'Wealth' refers to some accumulation of resources, whether abundant or not. 'Richness' refers to an abundance of such resources. A wealthy (or rich) individual, community, or nation thus has more resources than a poor one. Richness can also refer at least basic needs being met with abundance widely shared. The opposite of wealth is destitution. The opposite of richness is poverty.

The term implies a social contract on establishing and maintaining ownership in relation to such items which can be invoked with little or no effort and expense on the part of the owner (see means of protection).

The concept of wealth is relative and not only varies between societies, but will often vary between different sections or regions in the same society. A personal net worth of US $1,000,000 in most parts of the United States would certainly place a person among the wealthiest citizens. However, such amounts would constitute an extraordinary amount of wealth in impoverished developing countries.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wealth

Sue

Thank you for the topic Sue.

Wikipedia definition - “Financial freedom describes a well-planned lifestyle where one no longer is required to work for income to cover their expenses”.

Love,
Vicky

Thank you Sue.

"Wealth is the result of man's ability to think." -- Ayn Rand

Love,
Inda

YOU are our wealth, dear Givnologists, dear Sue!


Especially considering Inda's point!

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Originally posted by dear Sue 1:
The concept of wealth is relative and not only varies between societies, but will often vary between different sections or regions in the same society.

Well said! ... Weal said? he he.. another approach from http://givnology.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/26060593/m/418103232

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If the energies you are wishing to attract are of a financial nature? Remember! Money is also simply a form of energy. Do not place specific amounts. Simply make a statement on what it is you require and allow your higher (partner) self to find the best way to create that for you, all in accordance with your own divine plan/contract. You might be surprised at the way the manifestations take place. It might not be in the form of money. Having said that, know and trust that the manifestations "WILL" take place.

OK! Enough money!!

Thank you for the post Sue.

My wealth is coming here and enjoying the messages in Givnology.

I love the images Teo.

Have a wealth filled day.

Sincerely,
Gisele

Thank you everyone.
Love the images

Wishful thinking





Not sure I want to smoke a cigar?
The green pile looks OK. I could share some of that with him.

Advice from Dr. Deepak Chopra:

The harmonious interaction of elements and forces in your life operates as the Law of Giving. Because your body and your mind and the universe are in constant and dynamic exchange, stopping the circulation of energy is like stopping the flow of blood. Whenever blood stops flowing it begins to clot, coagulate and stagnate. That is why you must give and receive in order to keep wealth and affluence – or anything else you want – circulating in your life.

The more you give, the more you will receive, because you will keep the abundance of the universe circulating in your life. In fact, anything that is of value in life only multiplies when it is given. That which doesn't multiply through giving is neither worth giving nor worth receiving. If, through the act of giving, you feel you have lost something, then the gift was not truly given and will not cause increase. If you give grudgingly, there is no energy behind that giving. It is the intention behind your giving and receiving that is the most important thing.

Practicing this concept is actually very simple: If you want joy, give joy to others; if you want love, learn to give love; if you want attention and appreciation, learn to give attention and appreciation; if you want material affluence, help others to become materially affluent. Even the thought of giving, the thought of blessing, or a simple prayer has the power to affect others. Here are some basic steps you can practice each day:

Wherever you go, and whomever you encounter – bring them a gift. This may be a compliment, a flower, or a genuine smile.
Gratefully receive all the gifts life has to offer: nature, sunlight, food and friends. Be open to receiving gifts from others, whether it is a material gift, a compliment, or a kind gesture.
Keep wealth circulating through life's most precious gifts: caring, affection, appreciation and love. Each time you meet someone, silently wish them happiness.
Our true nature is one of affluence and abundance; we are naturally affluent because nature supports every need and desire. Therefore you must know that you are already inherently affluent, no matter how much or how little money you have, because the source of all wealth is the field of pure potentiality. It is consciousness that knows how to fulfill every need, including joy, love, laughter, peace, harmony and knowledge. If you seek these things first – not only for yourself, but for others – all else will come to you spontaneously.

Love,
Deepak

Thank you for the post Inda.

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If you want joy, give joy to others; if you want love, learn to give love; if you want attention and appreciation, learn to give attention and appreciation; if you want material affluence, help others to become materially affluent. Even the thought of giving, the thought of blessing, or a simple prayer has the power to affect others.

Love,
yoko

James Thurber in his Fables for Our Time once wrote as the moral to the tale of the Shrike and the Chipmunks:

"Early to rise early to bed, makes a man healthy and wealthy and dead."