LXMNV
The Art of Abundant Living
Welcome to the world of abundance, where success isn’t just measured by the numbers in your bank account or the titles on your business card, but by the richness of the life you lead. You’re about to embark on a journey of growth, self-discovery, and perhaps a few hard truths. But don’t worry—we’ll sprinkle in some humor, a bit of tough love, and plenty of real talk along the way. Because, let’s face it, life’s too short to be serious all the time.
This book is about taking control of your destiny—no matter where you are now or where you're starting from. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about progress. It's about striving to be the best version of yourself and chasing a life that feels abundant in every possible way. We’ll cover everything from building wealth and mental resilience to nurturing relationships and keeping your health in check. And yes, there will be some funny, even ridiculous moments where you’ll hopefully laugh, cringe, and maybe even learn a thing or two.
Think of this as a guide, a toolkit, and a friend who’s been around the block and wants to save you a bit of heartache and stress. Along the way, you’ll get a bit of everything: motivation to push through tough times, practical advice you can actually use, and the kind of wisdom that comes from learning lessons the hard way. I’ve made plenty of mistakes (trust me, there are stories), but I’m here to help you skip some of those unnecessary bumps in the road.
The key here is to take responsibility for your own life. Sure, we’ll talk about money, success, and personal growth—but this isn’t just about what you achieve. It's about how you show up in your own life. So, if you’re ready to dive deep, make some changes, and maybe laugh a little along the way, let’s get started.
In this book, we’re going to get real about the choices that lead to a life of abundance, and I’ll share the tools I’ve used to build my own version of success. But don’t just take my word for it—take what resonates with you and start making it your own. After all, you’re the one in control here.
So, buckle up. It's time to live fully, dream big, and—most importantly—enjoy the ride. Let’s do this.
Simply, it's about Simply Living
Below is a list of our Chapters and small idea of our discussion
Make a Decision
Wake up, having decided, that you will do whatever it takes to be successful in every attempt at becoming wealthy and happy.
Seek Growth
Huge gap in the last statement. We Don't know how! We've never been rich, so we don't know how to do it. The personal search for growth must begin.
Work. Hard.
The reward is proportional to the price we pay. The great equalizer of the poor and wealthy is work. The harder you work, the more likely you will achieve your success.
Invest Invest
Labor is time consuming. We want to learn how to make lots of money and have it work for us.
Put what little you have now to work with a plan. Seek advice and experiment with smaller amounts until the amount grows. We think differently with some money to our name.
Open for Business
Start a business, side hustle, have something for sale, solve people's problems, or add value to their life. Serve the people around you and you will be wealthy.
Remove Character Flaws
Self sabotage plagues us all. The person you see in the mirror is you. Be your own role model. It takes character growth to keep the wealth we pursue. Live with yourself happily. Face yourself and learn who you are, so that you can edit your person into someone you're happy with.
Value your Time
You have only one life. Make it count. Keep in mind, there is much more to a happy life than chasing the dollar bill. But in this chase, be valuable in your own market so that you can name your price and set your time. When it's time.
Humble Yourself
Be Resilient
You will fall. Over and Over. So what? Just keep going. It's the only way through.
Or get humbled. It's best to be invited up than be told to step down.
Selective Foundation
Be specific about which foundation your are building. LXMNV Ink aims to point out that Biblical Principles are the best way to go. We pursue an abundant life of a son of a king, not of hopeless poverty and illness.
Don't Be Shy
Most regret the chances they never took. The times we didn't get up on that stage haunts us. The girl that got away when nothing was uttered adds acid to the stomach. Opportunities are missed in hesitation and uncertainty.
Stay Self Aware
Understand yourself enough to make good choices for you. Periodic check in the mirror, an occasional journal entry, or some meditation is mandatory to keep tabs on your self. In order to grow, you need to be honest with yourself. Most of your problems is you, and you can fix that. Can't you?
Dabble in Arts
Enjoy life, colors, music, smells, tastes, and other opinions. It will add to your refinement. Much is said through art.
There are billions of perspectives, and their are all personal. Art is a window into other's minds and worlds. Afterall, the Creator gave you this one life to experience. Taste, opinion, experience, and life is a truly personal experience.
Pick the Role Models
We need to follow someone that has walked our desired path. In relationships, financials, health and spiritual matter, pick the correct role models. Your life is a chain of learned behaviors and opinions.
Have Foresight
Predict the roadblocks on the path to your abundant life. Look for signs and opportunities in the every day life. Some times the best move is a 3-1-2 combination.
Comprehend-- Communicate
Understanding what is going on around us starts with our vocabulary. Niche groups have their jargon.
Study accounting because it's the language of business. Reading and writing is mandatory. The degree of your success hinges on your ability to communicate and comprehend.
Thick Skin
They will attack you. They will put you down. Simply because you chose to go for the finer things in life: your freedom and abundant life. Don't lose heart because of their hate, it must happen.
Haitas motivate us.
Stand Tall
Execute with Faith
Know that it'll work out in the end. If you make it work. So make it work. It takes a certain amount of faith to drive a car home, yet, we do it everyday. It'll work out, Just go.
Prioritize Health
Nothing matters if you're ill. Your habits determine the quality and longevity of your life. We pursue this wealth and freedom, t'would be a shame to be cooped up in the hospital bed wishing and regretting.
Stay Open Minded
No day, or its unfoldings, is the same. Life is Uncertain and Unknown. A moment brief. We must have a good moral compass and a clear plan to start our journey to abundant life. The story is in the unfolding. Embrace adventure, live fully, build properly, earn honestly, love whole heartedly, and new experiences will keep enriching your life.
Cultivate Relationships
The quality of the people you have around you can build or destroy you. Pick your crowd carefully. If you're the wisest in your midst, time for a bigger fish tank. Keep the faithful by your side.
Discipline Self
Your ability to say "no" to yourself is crucial to your journey. This is such a huge determinant of your success. Can you sacrifice present comfort and time for the benefit of something other than your present comfort? Be disciplined in consumption of mental and physical food.
Stand your Ground
There will be times when your beliefs and character are tested. Draw your line. Stand on your mound. Identify values worth protecting and fight for those.
Confidently enter a room. Hold your chest high, walk with purpose. Don't be sloppy or lazy in appearance. Many will not know your worth, but don't let them mistreat you. Show respect, earn respect.
Compete
With yourself, the best in your field, and with time.
One day, You will lose time.
You will always want to better your best. It's what makes life abundant-- the strive, the reach, the climb. Compete with your self. No one else has a purpose like yours.
Personal Hygiene
Ask the Questions
Have you heard of Chat GPT? Google, Youtube, or any other Search Engine that will bring answers to your finger tips in milliseconds? Stay curious, my friend.
Don't Leave it Unsaid
Many times, we forget to express to our loved ones how much they mean to us. To live a good life, embrace your loved ones with the words and gestures of love and care. They might already know you love them, but say it anyways.