(Inspired by Ken Honda, Japan’s "Money Guru")
1. The Abundance Mindset
Scarcity Thinking:
    "I’ll never have enough."
    "Competition is fierce."
    Fear of loss dominates decisions.
Zen Shift:
    Money flows like water—there’s enough for everyone.
    Focus on serving, not taking. Example: A baker who worries about "selling out" vs. one who joyfully feeds the neighborhood.
    Action: Each morning, declare: "I am a magnet for opportunities."
2. Heal Your Money Wounds
Childhood Traumas:
    "Money is evil."
    "Rich people are greedy."
    Guilt over spending or earning.
Zen Healing:
    Forgive past mistakes (e.g., debt, bad investments). Write a letter to your younger self: "You did your best."
    Reframe beliefs: "Money is energy for good."
    Action: Identify one money memory that hurts—meditate on releasing it.
3. Discover Your Gifts
Forced Labor vs. Flow:
    "I work for a paycheck." → Exhaustion.
    "I work from joy." → Wealth follows.
Zen Path:
    What would you do for free? That’s your gift.
    Example: Ken Honda’s mentor gave free gold coins—his generosity multiplied his wealth.
    Action: Spend 1 hour/week on a passion project without monetizing it.
4. Trust Life 100%
95% Trust = Fear in Disguise
    "What if I fail?"
    "I need a backup plan."
Zen Surrender:
    Certainty is an illusion. The richest people bet on themselves without guarantees.
    Action: When anxious, whisper: "I trust the universe’s plan."
5. The "Thank You" Transformation
Gratitude Alchemy:
    Say "thank you" 3,000x/day (to bills, challenges, even mistakes).
    Why? Gratitude rewires your brain to spot abundance.
    My Story: After a paralyzing accident, "Thank you, God" helped me walk again.
Action: Carry a "gratitude rock"—touch it and say "thank you" hourly.The Ultimate Zen Money Secret
"Forget Money. Focus on Service."
    Money chasers lose. Servers win.
    Example: A chef obsessed with Michelin stars burns out. One who cooks to nourish thrives.
    Ken’s Mentor: Gave free books/coins—his wealth grew because he detached.
Try This: For 1 week, don’t check your bank balance. Instead, track how many people you helped.Final Thought
Money is a game, but Zen is the rulebook. Play with joy, serve with love, and wealth becomes a side effect of your peace.
Your Turn: Which principle will you practice today? 

My Video:  5 Zen Money Principles That Made Me a Millionaire https://youtu.be/IkOZ_86BbSkMy Audio: https://divinesuccess.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/Podcast5/5-Zen-Money-Principles-That-Made-Me-a-Millionaire.mp3