Manifesting, known as the process of creating something through thought alone, has become a widespread trend, especially thanks to TikTok and Instagram. The idea that you can "visualize" success or love and see them materialize sounds too good to be true. And often, it is! Not because the manifestation has no value, but because people often misunderstand its essence.
If you've found yourself complaining that "manifesting isn't working," you're most likely making one of these two common mistakes.
1. You are not understanding the literal concept of manifestation
Many people see manifestation as a magical shortcut to achieving their goals without putting in any effort. Those who fall into this trap often have a sense of external control, that is, they believe that their lives are controlled by external factors, not by themselves.
However, research shows that people who believe they are in control of their lives are more successful and make healthier choices. For example, one study found that children with a sense of internal control had fewer health problems in adulthood, having developed better habits such as avoiding unhealthy foods and harmful habits.
So manifestation only works when you combine it with conscious action. Thoughts can help you visualize the steps to success, but you'll have to do the work to follow them. The key? Don't just fall in love with the result, but also with the process!
2. You don't know how to set clear goals
Another mistake people make is setting goals that are too broad or unrealistic. For example, “I want to be rich” is a nice sounding goal, but what exactly does it mean? If you don't know how to clearly define your desires, your energy and efforts will be wasted.
A study published in the Psychological Bulletin shows that people who set specific and challenging goals are more likely to succeed. Why? Because clear and measurable goals increase commitment and motivation.
Instead of “manifesting wealth,” try creating a SMART goal:
Specific: What does wealth mean to you?
Measurable: How much income do you want to achieve?
Achievable: Is it a realistic goal for your current situation?
Important : Why do you want to achieve this goal?
Time-bound: What is the deadline for accomplishing it?
This strategy not only helps you focus, but pushes you to take concrete steps to get closer to your goal.
Manifestation is not just a process of thinking beautiful dreams and waiting for them to happen. It is an important tool for clarifying goals and inspiring concrete action.
Don't confuse it with a zero-effort trend. Visualize, plan and work - this is the only way to turn thoughts into reality. Otherwise, your manifestation will remain just a motivational poster in your mind.
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