Becoming a Money Magnet with Five Powerful Shifts
If you’ve struggled to make, keep, or confidently spend money, you’re likely dealing with a money block—and you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too. These blocks can hold you hostage, making you feel powerless and stuck in a self-sabotaging cycle that keeps you from reaching your next income level.
This article will help you shift your money relationship so you can become a true money magnet!
My Money Story
I grew up in a family with deep-rooted scarcity beliefs around money. Money was always discussed with stress and fear. I believed money was hard to get, easy to lose, and required endless hard work. When I got married, I unknowingly attracted a partner with the same money blocks. For over a decade, we worked hard but stayed buried in debt—repeating the same toxic money patterns.
When my marriage ended, I found myself a broke, single mom with three kids under eight. I couldn’t pay rent, lost friendships, and felt like a complete failure. I hit rock bottom, and that’s when I knew things had to change. I got curious about my beliefs around money and asked: Why does making money seem so easy for others? What do they know that I don’t?
That curiosity sent me on a deep-dive into personal development, books, and coaching. What I discovered—and applied—completely transformed my life. In just six years, I went from broke single mom to self-made millionaire with multiple income streams. I now live in my dream home, travel freely, and money no longer controls me.
These are the 5 secrets I used to rewrite my money story—and they can work for you, too.
Thought Awareness
The first step is rewiring how you think about money. Your thoughts create your beliefs, which drive your actions and, ultimately, your results. Many of us grew up hearing things like:
- “Money doesn’t grow on trees.”
- “Making money is hard.”
- “We can’t afford that.”
These beliefs create deep-rooted money blocks that sabotage wealth. The good news? You can rewrite them by becoming hyper-aware of your money thoughts.
Every time you spend, save, or talk about money, check in with your thoughts and feelings. Are you acting out of scarcity? Are you obsessively checking your bank account? Write these thoughts down. Awareness is the first step to transformation.
Thought Model Example
Circumstance: Money
Old Thought: I’m bad with money
Feeling: Inadequate
Action: Avoid bills, overspend
Result: More debt, stronger belief that you’re bad with money
Now flip it:
Circumstance: Money
New Thought: I’m responsible with money
Feeling: Confident
Action: Pay bills, invest wisely
Result: More wealth, stronger belief that you’re good with money
Releasing Money Blocks Through Forgiveness
Next, you must release your old money stories and emotional baggage. In a journal, write down every negative money memory you have—childhood, relationships, work, everything. What happened? How did you feel?
Then, use The Forgiveness Mantra to release each one:
“I forgive you. I’m sorry. Thank you. I love you.”
You can make it personal:
“I forgive myself for overspending. I’m sorry I carried this guilt. Thank you for the lessons. I love myself and choose to do better.”
This process opens your heart, releases trapped energy, and creates space for new money beliefs.
Money Management with Respect
Money loves respect. If you want more of it, take care of what you have. Track your spending. Review subscriptions. Cancel what no longer serves you. Look for sneaky charges and unnecessary expenses.
This isn’t about being stingy or fearful—it’s about respecting your money. When you show you can manage your current money well, you signal to the universe you’re ready for more.
Also, start noticing all the small (and big) ways money flows to you: refunds, gift cards, unexpected checks, or someone buying you lunch. Write these down in a money gratitude journal. Celebrate every dollar that flows your way—it trains your brain to see abundance everywhere.
Daily Gratitude Practice
To attract abundance, you must vibrate at the frequency of gratitude. Every morning, write down 5-10 things you’re grateful for—including money blessings, big and small.
Feel genuine appreciation for what you already have. Gratitude amplifies abundance. The more you feel grateful, the more the universe delivers.
Money Mantras That Work
Finally, reprogram your subconscious with money mantras. These affirmations align your thoughts, beliefs, and actions with wealth. But remember—mantras work best when you truly believe them. Start with mantras that feel realistic and gradually stretch them as your mindset evolves.
Examples:
- “Money flows to me easily and abundantly.”
- “I am open and ready to receive wealth.”
- “I am a wise steward of money.”
- “I am worthy of financial abundance.”
Say them multiple times daily—especially when money triggers pop up. As you say your mantras, feel the reality of them. Visualize abundance flowing in and embody the confident, abundant version of you.
Final Thought
These 5 secrets—awareness, forgiveness, respect, gratitude, and mantras—completely rewired my money mindset. They took me from survival mode to financial freedom. If I can do it, so can you.
If you want faster results, consider working with a coach who can spot your blind spots and help you rewrite your money story even faster. I’m here for you if you’re ready to break free from money blocks and step into your abundant future.
References:
Healing Brave: Ho’oponopono Prayer for Forgiveness, healing, and making things right. https://healingbrave.com/blogs/all/hooponopono-prayer-for-forgiveness
Breau, Power Manifesting, First Printing 2020
About the Author
Name: Amy Sanders
Professional Title: Business & Mindset Coach
Bio: Amy Sanders is a serial entrepreneur and self-made millionaire. She’s had many trials and traumatic events that shaped and changed her life. Through her Awareness—Alignment—Abundance methodology, she has taught and inspired thousands of women. Her life mission is to help women move from purpose and self-trust and create thriving lives.
Website: www.amysanders.co
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