#369 - Monday Motivation: “Being rich is having money; being wealthy is having time.”

Welcome to another short and empowering episode of Monday Motivation — your weekly dose of inspiration to start the week with intention.

Today’s quote is one that stopped me in my tracks when I first heard it:

“Being rich is having money; being wealthy is having time.”
— Margaret Bonanno

Powerful, isn’t it?

Here’s what we explore in this episode:

✨ How redefining wealth can transform your relationship with time and priorities
✨ Practical ways to reclaim your time and protect it like the precious gift it is
✨ Why presence beats productivity — and how small shifts can lead to big wins

We dive into what it really means to feel spacious and grounded — not just busy.

Because a dream life isn’t about doing more, it’s about being more present for what truly matters to you.

So take a moment. Listen in. Reflect. Let it guide you into the kind of week (and life!) that feels aligned and joyful — whatever your version of “wealth” looks like.

As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.    

Have a wonderful week 💛

Dream Life & kikki.K Founder

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TRANSCRIPT:

Hi there, and welcome back to another Monday Morning Motivation episode. It's Monday—a fresh start, a blank page.

Let's take a deep breath together. Inhale... and exhale.

Today, I want to share a powerful quote that’s worth reflecting on:

"Being rich is having money; being wealthy is having time." — Margaret Bonanno

Isn’t that powerful? In a world that often celebrates hustle and glorifies busyness, we tend to forget that our most precious currency isn’t money—it’s time. Money comes and goes, but once time is spent, it's gone.

So here’s my question for you today: Are you spending your time in a way that aligns with your dreams, passions, purpose, and values?

Let’s explore what true wealth really means.

When I first moved to Australia with barely any money and no clear direction, I didn’t feel rich. But I had something valuable: time and space to dream. That’s when I wrote my very first list of dreams at 3:00 AM—I call it my 3AM List. That simple act changed everything.

Wealth isn't just financial freedom. It’s freedom of choice. It’s being able to spend your time how you want, with people you love, doing what truly matters.

Here are three powerful ways to create true wealth in your life:

1. Redefine what being “rich” means to you.
Ask yourself: What does a truly wealthy life look like for me?
If you had an abundance of time and money, what would you do more of? What would you stop doing? Journal on this today. Reflect and get clear.

2. Audit how you spend your time this week.
Track your time like you track your finances. Where is your time being drained? What moments actually make your life feel rich?
You might find that something simple—like a 10-minute morning walk or reading to your child before bed—is where true wealth lives. For me, it's my five-minute coffee break in silence: no phone, no talking, no book. Just being. That’s one of my favourite moments—it brings clarity.

3. Schedule what matters most first.
Treat time like your most important investment. Book time in your calendar for activities that bring you joy, peace, and purpose. Protect it fiercely—just like you would a financial asset. These are your real investments in a dream life.

A few gentle reminders for your week ahead:

  • You don’t need to earn your rest.

  • You don’t need to fill every moment with productivity.

  • You’re allowed to slow down, breathe, and live fully.

When I began slowing down, it felt counterproductive. But I discovered that when I slow down, I actually get more done.

So, here’s your Monday Motivation Challenge:
Reclaim one hour this week—just one. Make it sacred.
Spend it doing something that nourishes your soul. A walk in nature, journaling, reading something inspiring, or simply sitting quietly with a cup of tea or coffee—no phone.

Dream about what’s possible for your one precious life.
Then ask yourself: How did that feel? What shifted?
An hour can feel expansive when you're fully present—it’s beautiful.

Here’s your Journaling Prompt for the Week:
What would my life look like if I defined wealth by how I spend my time, not by how much I earn?

If you take on this challenge, I’d love for you to share it in our Facebook group: Your Dream Life Podcast. I adore seeing your small steps—because they grow into big wins.

You deserve a life that feels spacious, intentional, and aligned.
Let’s make time our truest wealth.

And if you’d like more support or want to go deeper, our July theme is Freedom—freedom of time, financial freedom, and freedom of choice.
It’s beautiful, and I can’t wait to dive into it with you. We start the first Monday of July. Just visit yourdreamlifestartshere.com to join.

Here’s to a magical week of living—not just earning.
I'll be back on Friday with a new episode. See you then.

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