30/03/2025
In German, “teuer” can mean both "expensive" and "dear" (as in "beloved" or "precious"). This dual meaning exists in English as well (dear can mean costly or cherished). The connection between money and the heart likely comes from the idea that things of great value—whether emotional or financial—are considered precious.
Historically, value was often linked to rarity and importance, whether in material goods or personal relationships. Something that is "expensive" takes effort or sacrifice to obtain, just as something "dear to the heart" carries emotional significance. This overlap in meaning suggests that people have long equated economic value with emotional value, seeing both as investments of some kind—whether of wealth or affection.
An abundance mindset is about believing there is enough—enough resources, opportunities, and wealth—to go around. This contrasts with a scarcity mindset, which assumes that resources are limited and must be hoarded or competed for.
Connecting this to the dual meaning of teuer (expensive/dear), an abundance mindset shifts the perception of value. Instead of viewing something costly (teuer) as a loss or burden, it frames it as an investment—whether in material goods or emotional experiences. If something is "close to the heart," it is valuable not just because of its price but because of the meaning and enrichment it brings.
From this perspective, spending money on what truly matters (experiences, relationships, personal growth) aligns with an abundance mindset. It’s about trusting that resources will continue to flow and that what is "dear" is worth the investment, rather than feeling fear or attachment to scarcity.
