Many of us have a fraught relationship with money. We want it, fear it, and are anxious to run out. Did I mention we want it? Of course, we want money, but we may need clarification on how to get it, keep it, and grow it.

If you want to become financially secure and worry-free, you must clearly understand what money is and what it is not. Money is a means, not an end. You can't buy happiness, love, and satisfaction. Yet, those are end goals worthy of aspiring to.

Money will not solve your problems. But, if you have a plan on how to use and deploy money, it can be the means to solve problems, end worry, sleep better, and enjoy life.

There is a powerful seductive urge to want to be rich now. We think that will solve all our problems. But, unfortunately, trying too hard to get rich quickly is how we end up making mistakes. It’s a low-percentage game.

Getting rich slowly and carefully is a high-percentage game. Start thinking it is your destiny to be wealthy. Then, start living in accordance with that idea.

It’s not about out spending your neighbors and friends and showing off. It’s about learning, expanding your horizons, and living healthily. It’s about shedding bad habits. It’s about becoming the best version of yourself. Be honest with yourself. Set high standards for your behavior. Start course correcting today.

Being wealthy is a mindset first. The money will follow.

Learn the simple rules and apply them. Play the long game. Get excited. Get motivated. Create your life and legacy.