For the past few years, I’ve been on the start of my spiritual journey. I’ve done everything from crystals to tarot reading to affirmations and techniques.
I’m sure you’re familiar with “manifestation”; if your For You Page (FYP) on TikTok is anything like mine, you’ve probably seen or heard of it. Manifestation is using your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs to attract specific outcomes to your life. You can manifest anything — experiences, money, and even people.
The other night, I manifested a phone call from my brother, who lives in Wisconsin. I hadn’t heard from him in a few days, so I told myself, “I’m so lucky that I got a phone call from my brother. It was so nice to hear from him.” Time went on, and just when I was sure I wouldn’t hear from him, I saw his name pop up on my phone. I was blown away.
That’s when I realized that you really can manifest anything you desire, even a phone call.
I’ve been on my manifestation journey for years, but I’ve only recently understood the method and how it works. I have to say it’s not only really cool but also really simple! Here are the steps you should follow to manifest anything you desire:
1. Set Your Intention
State what you want to happen and make it as clear as possible. The goal with your intention is to show gratitude, so state your desire in the present tense and describe how having this item, experience, or person would make you feel. For example, if you’re manifesting a new car, your intention might sound like this: “I am grateful for my perfect new car that meets all my needs, is reliable, and brings me joy every time I drive it.”
2. Let It Go
This is the part many people struggle with (and I sometimes do too). The key to manifesting is to make your statement of intention and then continue with life. You’ve decided that it will happen, so let it happen.
3. Pretend As If You Already Have It
This part probably sounds crazy, but just hear me out. When manifesting, you have to act as if you already have what you desire. You’re probably thinking, “How do I manifest a new car, a million dollars, or my dream job if I don’t already have it?” Well, the goal is to embody the feelings of what it would be like if you had your desire already. What would your actions be? Would you obsess and think about it every day? No! It would just be a regular part of your day-to-day life. So, even for a little bit of the day, pretend you’re in la-la land and imagine you already have what you desire. It truly makes all the difference.
4. Forget the 3D – Circumstances DON’T Matter
When we manifest something, especially something we really want, we’re bound to feel doubtful, especially when things in 3D (your current reality) seem opposite of what you’re asking for. That’s why it’s important to forget about it.
Remember that your current reality simply reflects your past thoughts and beliefs. If you’ve recently shifted from doubt to complete trust in your desires, don’t be alarmed if old thoughts still show up. They’re just lingering echoes, fading away to make room for what you’ve chosen to create. When I see the opposite of what I’m asking for, I just say, “Oh, it’s just making my desire come to me faster.” The main goal here is to remember that circumstances don’t matter at all, no matter what.
5. Get Rid of Self-Doubt and Just Trust
When manifesting someone, something, or an experience, you will sometimes have thoughts that don’t support your request. Having these thoughts is natural; it’s your brain’s way of protecting you from getting hurt. But it all depends on how you react to them. When a negative thought about my desire pops up, I respond with, “Nope, it’s happening, and you can’t tell me otherwise,” or “It’s already on its way, and you can’t change my mind.” Your 3D reality is just your thoughts. So if you’re walking around thinking that your desire isn’t going to come true, or you’re being wishy-washy about it, that’s exactly how it will show up in your reality. Trust the universe and know that what you’re asking for is on its way.
Manifestation is a truly powerful tool that shapes your reality. By understanding how to create clear intentions, let go, and trust the process, you open yourself up to limitless possibilities. Trust that what you desire is already making its way to you—you can manifest anything.
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