Robert Kiyosaki's bestseller, Rich Dad, Poor Dad,* has helped millions to create roadmaps to their financial goals. Central to his series is the notion of open-mindedness. Instead of sizing up a situation and saying, “I can't afford that,” he suggests saying, "Howcan I afford that?" By reshaping the idea into an open-ended question, creativity is stimulated, which leads to inspiration. 

Here's a list of critical thoughts and their positive replacements. I hope these help to prime your mind for money-making thoughts.

If you're itching to go abroad this summer but can't afford the usual exorbitant prices, try visiting these alternatives to major cities. According to PriceofTravel.com, here are 8 great international destinations you can actually afford, based on its 3-Star Index, which includes a room in a 3-star hotel, a taxi ride, a cultural attraction, and three mid-range meals with beverages: