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Spiritual Economics: The Principles and Process of True Prosperity
This straightforward, nontheological approach to prosperity has been effective for thousands. Learn to work with the flow of life and attract wealth in every area of your life.
218 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 1983
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March 18, 2024
HIGHLIGHTS:
1. FAITH:
- Faith is expectancy…you will always receive what you expect.
2. GRATEFUL:
- The grateful person is great because he or she has turned on all the lights within.
3. GROWTH:
- Life is a growth process and we grow through giving.
4. CENTERING:
- The centering process is the key to achieving prosperity.
5. SHINE YOUR LIGHT:
- You are a creative expression of the Universe with the responsibility to let your light shine.
- You owe the world a life.
- In all the many ways in which you apply yourself in the world, the Universe owes you complete support.
6. FAILURE:
- Missing the mark is one of how we learn to hit the target.
- Failure is a vital part of achieving success.
7. OPPORTUNITIES:
- Save for opportunities, not emergencies*
8. MONEY IS GOOD:
- Money is God in action!
- Appreciate it, bless it, and keep open to its flow.
9. BLESS THE MONEY:
- Never allow money of any kind or amount to pass through your hands without blessing it, whether it is coming to you or going from you.
- Bless = to confer prosperity or happiness upon…Give thanks that it is continually pointing you toward the limitlessness of universal supply.
10. GIVER:
- A committed giver is an incurably happy person, a secure person, a satisfied person, and a prosperous person.
1. FAITH:
- Faith is expectancy…you will always receive what you expect.
2. GRATEFUL:
- The grateful person is great because he or she has turned on all the lights within.
3. GROWTH:
- Life is a growth process and we grow through giving.
4. CENTERING:
- The centering process is the key to achieving prosperity.
5. SHINE YOUR LIGHT:
- You are a creative expression of the Universe with the responsibility to let your light shine.
- You owe the world a life.
- In all the many ways in which you apply yourself in the world, the Universe owes you complete support.
6. FAILURE:
- Missing the mark is one of how we learn to hit the target.
- Failure is a vital part of achieving success.
7. OPPORTUNITIES:
- Save for opportunities, not emergencies*
8. MONEY IS GOOD:
- Money is God in action!
- Appreciate it, bless it, and keep open to its flow.
9. BLESS THE MONEY:
- Never allow money of any kind or amount to pass through your hands without blessing it, whether it is coming to you or going from you.
- Bless = to confer prosperity or happiness upon…Give thanks that it is continually pointing you toward the limitlessness of universal supply.
10. GIVER:
- A committed giver is an incurably happy person, a secure person, a satisfied person, and a prosperous person.
September 28, 2009
I am always on the outlook for books that feed my spirit. I discovered Eric Butterworth's books during recent classes taught at my church and I have embraced him as one of my latest favorite authors. "Spiritual Economics" has opened new doors for me which are attracting abundance into my life. I trust that will be the case for anyone who reads this book and applies the principles contained within it in their own lives.
In these trying economic times, so many of us are worried about money. Many of us, for whatever reason, don't believe that we deserve to be successful. That is where applying the teachings contained within this book can change your life. Of course, money is a practical means to enjoying one's life, but it is not the most important aspect of prosperity. What good would it be to have all of the money in the world and not to have love? This book will help you come to appreciate all of the forms of prosperity which may already be present in your life or that you may be yearning for.
This book will open doors that will attract God's abundant blessings to you if you apply the principles contained within. I have already seen it working within my life. A recent example of this would be how, suddenly, my self-published book has started to gain some national attention. I credit this occurrence to my own practices of affirmative prayer, visualization, and a heart filled with gratitude for all that is good within my life. These are some of the important practices that are contained within this book.
Eric Butterworth speaks in a language that is easily understood. I have learned to align myself with the Holy Spirit in order to discern what speaks of truth to me. Everything that Reverend Butterworth says in this, and in his other books, speaks to me of truth. I am positive that anyone who reads this book with an open mind will discover that truth within themselves.
Davis Aujourd'hui, author of "The Misadventures of Sister Mary Olga Fortitude"
In these trying economic times, so many of us are worried about money. Many of us, for whatever reason, don't believe that we deserve to be successful. That is where applying the teachings contained within this book can change your life. Of course, money is a practical means to enjoying one's life, but it is not the most important aspect of prosperity. What good would it be to have all of the money in the world and not to have love? This book will help you come to appreciate all of the forms of prosperity which may already be present in your life or that you may be yearning for.
This book will open doors that will attract God's abundant blessings to you if you apply the principles contained within. I have already seen it working within my life. A recent example of this would be how, suddenly, my self-published book has started to gain some national attention. I credit this occurrence to my own practices of affirmative prayer, visualization, and a heart filled with gratitude for all that is good within my life. These are some of the important practices that are contained within this book.
Eric Butterworth speaks in a language that is easily understood. I have learned to align myself with the Holy Spirit in order to discern what speaks of truth to me. Everything that Reverend Butterworth says in this, and in his other books, speaks to me of truth. I am positive that anyone who reads this book with an open mind will discover that truth within themselves.
Davis Aujourd'hui, author of "The Misadventures of Sister Mary Olga Fortitude"
November 8, 2023
If you’re committed to discovering who you are and how you can give yourself most fully to the world, this book is pretty much a must read.
“The goal should not be to make money or acquire things, but to achieve the consciousness through which the substance will flow forth when and as you need it.”
~ Eric Butterworth from Spiritual Economics
Are you committed to discovering who you are and how you can give yourself most fully to the world? AND how you can consciously circulate wealth in the world as you give your gifts, support others, and support yourself? (That, btw, is pretty much a pre-requisite to truly living your hero’s journey.)
If so, this book is pretty much a must read.
Spiritual Economics and The Science of Getting Rich were two of the most influential “wealth/abundance” books I read during a critical phase in my life in which I was really starting to bring my life into integrity around money. If you’re like me, I have zero doubt you’ll also find them transformative.
Since my initial read, I’ve picked this book up at least half a dozen times and have been blown away by the love Butterworth exudes in his words. As a Unity minister, he eloquently, compassionately, brilliantly and forcefully establishes his principles of economics.
Some of my favorite big ideas from this book include:
1. Prosperity - Go forward hopefully!
2. Affluence - Create “abundant flow!”
3. Security - Be “without care.”
4. Why Be Average? - Seriously? Why?
5. Entropy vs. Syntropy - Reach dynamic harmony.
6. Take Charge - Take charge of your mind.
7. Magnets - You’re a magnet.
8. Practice! Practice! - Greater = more practice.
9. Geniuses and Clods - First clod, then genius.
10. How’s Your Faith? - What do you expect?
11. To Be - Desires and achievement.
12. Give! - Give. And receive.
13. Givers vs. Takers - Which one are you?
14. Universal Order
15. Believing Is Seeing
I’ve summarized those Big Ideas in a video review that you can watch here.
I’ve also added Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth to my collection of Philosopher’s Notes--distilling the Big Ideas into 6-page PDF and 20-minute MP3s on 600+ of the BEST self-development books ever. You can get access to all of those plus a TON more over at heroic.us.
“The goal should not be to make money or acquire things, but to achieve the consciousness through which the substance will flow forth when and as you need it.”
~ Eric Butterworth from Spiritual Economics
Are you committed to discovering who you are and how you can give yourself most fully to the world? AND how you can consciously circulate wealth in the world as you give your gifts, support others, and support yourself? (That, btw, is pretty much a pre-requisite to truly living your hero’s journey.)
If so, this book is pretty much a must read.
Spiritual Economics and The Science of Getting Rich were two of the most influential “wealth/abundance” books I read during a critical phase in my life in which I was really starting to bring my life into integrity around money. If you’re like me, I have zero doubt you’ll also find them transformative.
Since my initial read, I’ve picked this book up at least half a dozen times and have been blown away by the love Butterworth exudes in his words. As a Unity minister, he eloquently, compassionately, brilliantly and forcefully establishes his principles of economics.
Some of my favorite big ideas from this book include:
1. Prosperity - Go forward hopefully!
2. Affluence - Create “abundant flow!”
3. Security - Be “without care.”
4. Why Be Average? - Seriously? Why?
5. Entropy vs. Syntropy - Reach dynamic harmony.
6. Take Charge - Take charge of your mind.
7. Magnets - You’re a magnet.
8. Practice! Practice! - Greater = more practice.
9. Geniuses and Clods - First clod, then genius.
10. How’s Your Faith? - What do you expect?
11. To Be - Desires and achievement.
12. Give! - Give. And receive.
13. Givers vs. Takers - Which one are you?
14. Universal Order
15. Believing Is Seeing
I’ve summarized those Big Ideas in a video review that you can watch here.
I’ve also added Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth to my collection of Philosopher’s Notes--distilling the Big Ideas into 6-page PDF and 20-minute MP3s on 600+ of the BEST self-development books ever. You can get access to all of those plus a TON more over at heroic.us.
July 23, 2008
Eric Butterworth's Spiritual Economics is the perfect book for "new thought" seekers who are ready to heal their belief in lack and limitation. Butterworth presents simple spiritual practices that are accessible and allow you to heal your conciousness. The ideas of incorporating the awareness of God's presence in all places and all things; using visualization regularly; the art of belief or faith; the attitude of gratitude; the understanding of money being Good; tithing as spiritual training wheels which should eventually give way to spontaneous giving from the heart; and giving of your self in your work. There were plenty of affirmations and exercises given throughout the book that will help any person overcome their poverty conciousness. I highly recommend this book to any one wishing to become more prosperous. This is definitely a book that will help you change your thoughts so you can easily change your life.
May 10, 2021
It feels like being on a retreat with a teacher: clear words, written from heart-mind, speaking to the heart-mind of the reader. The author emphasizes the mindset aspect and seeing what exists (substance-abundance) rather than eliminating by believing in the lack. I am inspired to center myself more and give myself to anything and everything that I do
June 4, 2018
I listened to this audiobook. I will likely listen to it again, as I feel it always helps to reboot my spiritual perspective. In this book I'm reminded to focus on the abundance that already exists in my life. Focusing on being grateful for what IS will bring more abundance and more happiness. Expect less, appreciate more, be genuine, by yourself, don't worry about others, focus on what you already have, give without expecting anything in return, feel the love of the people around you and the universe as a collective.
June 13, 2016
I've read this book a few times, and each time find something wonderful in it!
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July 11, 2010i loved this book so much that i bought ten additional copies to give away. I've actually read it three times this year and will probably re-read at least once or twice a year as a refresher
June 24, 2022
All economics is built on perception! When it comes to Spiritual Economics what we're talking about is a rearrangement of our thoughts and feelings toward abundance and wealth. It goes deeper than the level of mindset to looking at life from the standpoint of substance. Because we are responsible for the place we find ourselves in, we have the power to change it if does not suit our desires. Security and well-being are cultivated from within. If you are willing to change your point of views around success, security, money, and sense of self in relation to work, giving, receiving, security, and your relationship to money, this book can supply you with simple techniques to do it. This is not a magic bullet, but you can get results to the degree you're willing to suspend what you think you know and give its suggestions an honest effort.
November 1, 2020
This is a religious book. It focuses on disproving the notion that to be a good, faithful, spiritual person, you must be poor. Instead, the author advocates for each individual to fulfill his or her destiny, which may include making a lot of money. There’s nothing wrong with that. Why? Because it would be more sinful to waste your potential. Besides imagine what benefit one could make with an abundance of financial resources to help others fulfill their own potential.
April 19, 2022
Really enjoyed this book. I read it and watched the videos on each chapter on youtube by the Celebration Spiritual Center. This book hits different in explaining what true abundance and prosperity really is. The consciousness needed to stay in an abundant state of mind. Really good book. Recommend.
April 22, 2018
I highly recommend this book for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and experience more prosperity in every area of your life.
I highly recommend this book for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and experience more prosperity in every area of your life!
I highly recommend this book for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and experience more prosperity in every area of your life!
February 19, 2019
Truth
Thus is a must read for anyone wanting Truth and spiritual growth. This is my first book by him, and I will be getting more.
Thus is a must read for anyone wanting Truth and spiritual growth. This is my first book by him, and I will be getting more.
May 23, 2019
Treasures
Easy to read and powerful, but not for reading only but for studying and the treasures will be yours. Thank you
Easy to read and powerful, but not for reading only but for studying and the treasures will be yours. Thank you
November 22, 2019
Great book
This book will change perspective regarding wealth and prosperity. It’s full of great ideas and will you keep rightly attuned.
This book will change perspective regarding wealth and prosperity. It’s full of great ideas and will you keep rightly attuned.
April 14, 2020
One of the best prosperity book, along with Wallace D. Wattles' "Science of Getting Rich."
June 21, 2020
This is pretty good for getting you in the groove for your day. Prepping to take on your obstacles.
April 4, 2021
Good read
Easy to read with some good practical insights and will have a universal appeal. Worth the time to read it.
Easy to read with some good practical insights and will have a universal appeal. Worth the time to read it.
April 25, 2021
This was a really good book on assessing what 'wealth' really means in your life. It's Christian, it's real, and it will make you think.
March 7, 2022
One of my favorite Spiritual authors. I reread this book again in 2020.
January 20, 2024
Spot on. A more poetic version of Think and Grow Rich. Learning of so many great books thanks to Brian of Heroic.
November 14, 2023
3.5
I listened to the audiobook.
First thoughts: very American.
Also, the use of the concepts of God and Jesus made this a bit complicated for me, because those are so very connected to a whole variety of associations. Luckily, I’ve done a lot of unpacking of those concepts over time (starting when I read The Artist’s Way - Julia Cameron for the first time), so that helped me keep my focus clear on my own belief system and also helped me to release biases and listen simply to the core concepts of this book.
Creativity and consciousness played a big role in this book and that gave me a lot of joy.
The way those were woven into the concept of prosperity made me very excited and also grateful, because it cleared a lot of blockages I had surrounding money, abundance and wealth.
Truly giving, believing in oneself and going along with the natural flow were the main ideas I’ll take from this.
This book really does shine a light on the main and most important blockages that keep one from experiencing abundance, and it is kept simple enough.
I did not necessarily enjoy this book (and therefore had a hard time finishing it) a lot because it cost me quite a lot of energy to listen to, but I am grateful for the insights.
I listened to the audiobook.
First thoughts: very American.
Also, the use of the concepts of God and Jesus made this a bit complicated for me, because those are so very connected to a whole variety of associations. Luckily, I’ve done a lot of unpacking of those concepts over time (starting when I read The Artist’s Way - Julia Cameron for the first time), so that helped me keep my focus clear on my own belief system and also helped me to release biases and listen simply to the core concepts of this book.
Creativity and consciousness played a big role in this book and that gave me a lot of joy.
The way those were woven into the concept of prosperity made me very excited and also grateful, because it cleared a lot of blockages I had surrounding money, abundance and wealth.
Truly giving, believing in oneself and going along with the natural flow were the main ideas I’ll take from this.
This book really does shine a light on the main and most important blockages that keep one from experiencing abundance, and it is kept simple enough.
I did not necessarily enjoy this book (and therefore had a hard time finishing it) a lot because it cost me quite a lot of energy to listen to, but I am grateful for the insights.
April 4, 2015
This is a re-re-re-read. I come back to this every once in a while because reading it first about 25 years ago changed my life. It’s about money. But it’s not a how-to, exactly … or a religious book, exactly (though I could do without some of the holy-moly stuff). It gave me some striking insights on what money actually is, where it comes from, and how to use it without going nuts . . . just when I needed that kind of knowledge. Frankly, this book might not be for everyone but reading it — and re-reading it — has made a measurable difference in my life, and I thought I’d pass it along. It might help you, too. Rating: 4 abundant buckets out of 5.
August 24, 2008
Once again, I must admit that my skepticism met with a pleasant surprise. Rather than a fluffy, New Age, use-God-to-get-rich-quick bunch of nonsense, this Unity pastor brought out points about what true abundance is and challenged readers to approach work from a giving rather than a getting stance. Although I may not agree with all of his interpretations of Biblical words, I found the book to be basically sound.
October 17, 2014
New age thought is actually old age.
In a very attainable way, Eric Butterworth reminds us again of the lessons that have been taught for years. From the lessons of Jesus to more modern people, we are reminded that, to be prosperous, we need to change how we think and feel about our world. More importantly, I need to change how I think and feel so I can begin to not only alter myself but also those around me.
In a very attainable way, Eric Butterworth reminds us again of the lessons that have been taught for years. From the lessons of Jesus to more modern people, we are reminded that, to be prosperous, we need to change how we think and feel about our world. More importantly, I need to change how I think and feel so I can begin to not only alter myself but also those around me.
March 15, 2010
Eric Butterworth outlines the principles of prosperity based upon biblical truths and the teachings of Jesus. "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as weel." (Matthew 6:33) A great book to assist you in opening your mind and your heart to all the possibilities for your life.
March 26, 2010
Best book I've read about prosperity consciousness. Not that I've read a lot on the topic. Butterworth says it all. The principles never change, just our relationship to them. The only one who can keep you from succeeding is you. Really, if you only buy book about prosperity consciousness, let it be this one.
February 25, 2014
Reading this one by Eric Butterworth was so much fun. The writing was uplifting, clear, And exciting. He easily clarified some confusing issues in New Thought philosophy (from the Unity perspective). I know I'll read it again.
I rated it "4"--"really liked it"-- because I appreciate citations or even a Bibliography of resources used, but there was none.
I rated it "4"--"really liked it"-- because I appreciate citations or even a Bibliography of resources used, but there was none.
February 8, 2017
I always like books that reinforce the power of our thoughts and feelings which determines what shows up in our lives rather than looking outside ourselves to blame. With this book speaking about money and prosperity, the best way to make a change is to work on yourself and your beliefs. Understanding that concept is the first step and this book helps you to grasp that fact.
July 30, 2016
Inspiring
We all need a reminder of good things and the potential we actually have as human beings. In essence that is what all Butterworth's books provide. This one happens to be about money. Highly recommended for anyone but particularly those determined to move forward with a higher consciousness.
We all need a reminder of good things and the potential we actually have as human beings. In essence that is what all Butterworth's books provide. This one happens to be about money. Highly recommended for anyone but particularly those determined to move forward with a higher consciousness.
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