Dianne Regisford-Gueye, Contributor

D-Empress - Contributed

Money makes the world go 'round, or so we're told. In today's world where the cost of living is spiralling out of the stratosphere, money, the lack of it or the desire for more is a permanent topic of discussion.

Even before the price of a bag of rice tripled, dreams about chasing sweet money pots at the end of rainbows were key talking points from the lyming spots, to the beauty salons. Is money the real deal? How many of us talk of wealth as opposed to money? And, how many of us have dared to imagine what true wealth looks and feels like?

It seems we automatically associate money with happiness, while knowing the so called 'rich and famous' are often among the most insecure, unhappy people in the world. I wonder whether the focus on money, as opposed to wealth, actually steers us along a long road with pot holes called 'broke', going anywhere but to a comfortable space of knowing and believing we are wealthy, no matter the bank balance.

Soul Session

A few days ago, I had the dubious delight of attending a Soul Session hosted by Old Mutual - a South African financial institution. The Soul Sessions, hosted by two of South Africa's celebs - Fezile Mpela and Sophie Ndaba: featured motivational talks, speed networking (yes, like speed dating, only with above the waist business in mind), fashion, topical discussions and saving and investment tips. It was an engaging afternoon.

A chat with organiser, Lebogang Mkhize, revealed that Old Mutual is reverse engineering money management for their clients. Being in the wealth creation business, they believe that events like the Soul Sessions address our lifestyle needs while propelling us further along the road to unlocking wealth. They are convinced the link to wealth is deeply embedded within us - in our souls. Food for thought? They are definitely on the money!

Ever considered your soul as your private wealth bank? Is the concept of being wealthy something that resonates, excites, or is it scary, indulgent even. Possibly, it boils down to the way we've been brought up. Were you raised to expect an abundantly wealthy life as a birthright, no matter your socio-economic standing?

Consumption orientation?

Or, maybe yours was to seek an education in the quest to work and modestly provide for your loved ones. Maybe neither, maybe both, and where was your soul placed in the picture?

What shapes your wealth space? Is it soul anchor or a consumption orientation? Many of us grew up seeing Grandma hide money under the mattress, in books, heard about keeping 'vex money' or saving for that rainy day. We've probably also internalised notions of money being the root of all evil and so, consciously shunned the idea of being wealthy.

By shifting our focus away from money and living our soul-inspired journey, we may see that the eyes are the windows to our soul and the soul is our window to life-enriching wealth for all.

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