DISCOVER A POWERFUL NEW WAY TO LOOK AT YOUR MONEY AND YOUR LIFE<P>Where do our attitudes about money come from — and how do they influence our lives? How can we approach financial issues with honesty and without fear? In this groundbreaking book, renowned Buddhist teacher George Kinder, a Harvard-trained certified financial planner, demonstrates how we can literally transform our lives emotionally and financially by achieving "money maturity" — a full understanding of the spiritual and psychological issues surrounding our money lives. Drawing on ancient Buddhist wisdom and his years of financial practice, Kinder has created a revolutionary journey — one designed to help us uncover the roots of our attitudes about money, and attain true peace, freedom, and security in our financial lives. Learn how to: <BR>-- Understand feelings that impact taking financial action<BR>-- Develop understanding and knowledge about money<BR>-- Eliminate stress and anxiety around money<BR>-- Let go of old patterns and painful habits<BR>-- Approach money tasks with energy and optimism<BR>-- Design a money life that is fulfilling both financially and spiritually<P>Filled with practical information, market-tested, wealth-building skills, personal success stories, and spiritual guidance, The Seven Stages of Money Maturity is an invaluable guide to a rich — and richly lived — life.

"A wonderfully clear and wise book of guidance."
-Jacob Needleman, author of Money and the Meaning of Life

"I love this book! It's what people really need to know about money, including practical advice on budgeting and investing. But it focuses on the real core of financial planning--goals and choices."
-Peg Downey, former president, National Association of Personal Financial Advisors

"Reading The Seven Stages of Money Maturity is like holding the hand of a wise and loving father who calmly guides you down the path to the land of financial freedom."
-Cheryl Richardson, author of Take Time for Your Life

A Harvard-educated financial planner and Buddhist teacher, Kinder leads readers through seven developmental stages on the path toward a more mature, holistic relationship with their finances.

George Kinder divides his time between Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Maui, Hawaii. He leads his seminar, the Seven Stages of Money Maturity, in locations all over the country.