How To Be Rich

When we usually hear the word "rich," our minds often default to a place of financial wealth – having luxury cars, extravagant vacations, and much more. But what if being rich was less about money and more about living a life entirely of meaning, purpose, and appreciation for the everyday moments we often overlook? In this blog, I'll be going over how to be rich in your life, not financially but in a way in which currency can't come near. 

Redefining Your Perspective of Richness

Money is a tool, not the foundation of success. The asset can buy comfort, stability, and access – but it can't buy genuine happiness, purpose, or love. True richness comes from how we choose to experience life, how deeply we can connect with ourselves and others, and how much we appreciate our journey. Here are some tools that have helped me redefine my perspective and live a more prosperous life. 

1. Be Present in the Small Moments

Richness comes from savoring the little moments. This could be from waking up feeling fully rested, hanging out with friends that make you feel unconditional love, or even playing your favorite song in a perfect moment. The ability to be present is slowly diminishing due to so many distractions in our everyday lives. It's essential always to be present and to soak in moments that will add value to your account. Moments come and pass, and investing in those moments is truly important. 

Action Step: Each day, pause and notice one beautiful moment. Breathe it in. Appreciate it. 

2. Celebrate Your Accomplishments

Success isn't just about substantial career milestones or grand achievements. It's about recognizing the progress of where you started and where you are now. It's also about celebrating the small wins. Did you get out of bed on a hard day? That's a success! Have you finished that book you've been meaning to read? Another way of success! It's important to remember that the only person you should ever compare your success to is yourself—seeing the progress of how far you came and what you had to go through to succeed in your current position. A lot of that progress comes from those small victories, so use those victories to measure your progress and show the growth in your richness. 

Action Step: Keep a "wins" journal where you write down at least one thing you accomplished daily, no matter how small. 

3. Appreciate The Opportunities You Have

Many of us have privileges we may not even notice—access to education, supportive friends or family, creative outlets, and the freedom to explore new experiences daily. Recognizing these privileges can help us reassess our everyday richness in our daily lives. 

Action Step: Write down three opportunities for which you're grateful. Reflect on how they've shaped your path. 

4. Invest in Relationships

The people in your life are the actual currency of wealth. Genuine relationships with strong support of love and a sense of belonging are where real wealth happens. Show up for your friends and family, and allow them to show up for you. 

Action Step: Reach out to someone you care about today—send a thoughtful text or even schedule a catch-up call 

5. Practice Self-Appreciation

The most affluent practice of all is learning to value and appreciate yourself. Remember that you are your greatest asset. Celebrate who you are—your unique experiences, your resilience, and your growth.

Action Step: Stand in front of a mirror and say one thing you appreciate about yourself. Make it a daily habit that can seamlessly be incorporated into your everyday routine.

Final Thought:

True richness isn’t measured by what you have—it’s defined by how you experience and appreciate life. You are already wealthy if you find meaning in the ordinary, joy in the small things, and gratitude for your journey. Success isn’t about accumulating more—it’s about feeling whole with what you have.

You are rich when you see your life through the lens of appreciation, presence, and self-worth. So, pause, breathe, and take it all in—you have been wealthy all along.