Rachel and I were in the kitchen, preparing pasta for dinner and I could sense her frustration. As she stirred the sauce, she sighed, “I just don’t get it, Bob. I’ve been working so hard to land my dream job but something always goes wrong. It feels like I’m never going to get there.”
I set down my spoon and looked at her thoughtfully. “Rachel, I get it. When we face constant setbacks, it’s easy to feel stuck. Have you ever thought about manifesting it with purpose? It’s not just about hoping or wishing; it’s about aligning your mindset with your actions.”
Rachel raised an eyebrow, “Manifesting? I’ve heard about it but does it actually work?”
“Here’s the thing,” I continued, “manifesting isn’t just some magic trick. It’s about creating a mental picture of what you want and truly believing it’s possible. But it doesn’t stop there. You have to combine that belief with effort and action. For instance, visualize yourself in that dream job—what does it feel like? How do you carry yourself? When you deeply believe you’re capable, your actions will start to reflect that confidence.”
She stirred the pasta quietly, considering my words. “So, it’s not just about wanting. I have to take real steps, but with the right mindset?”
“Exactly,” I said. “Start by getting clear on what you want. Write it down, and focus on positive affirmations like, ‘I am capable of achieving this job,’ or ‘I will find the right opportunities.’ Then, put in the work, but with that belief driving you. With this mindset you’ll understand that every setbacks aren’t failures; they’re just steps along the way.”
Rachel smiled, finally looking more at ease. “Thank you, Bob. Your’e the sweetest! I guess I’ve been focusing too much on the things going wrong and not enough on believing that I can get there.”
I smiled back. “It’s easy to get discouraged, but when you combine hard work with a strong, positive mindset, you’ll be surprised at what doors open. You just have to trust yourself and the process.”
As we sat down for dessert, I left her with one final thought. “Manifesting isn’t about waiting for things to happen—it’s about creating the reality you want, brick by brick. The more you believe in your potential, the more you’ll see opportunities where others see roadblocks.”
And for my dear readers, remember: your mindset shapes your reality. Stay focused, work hard, and believe deeply in what you can achieve. When you align your thoughts with your actions, anything is possible!
