How to Manifest Your Goals: Reflections & Tips

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Manifestation. This used to be a big and scary word for me. Probably because as a high schooler, I had very little idea of what I wanted to do next. Graduate, get a job, get married? Was that the narrative I was supposed to follow? I had no clue. But in came new experiences, new environments, new people, and with that the concept of manifestation became much more clear. A fellow blogger and friend of mine, Angie, defined manifestation as “something that you bring to your physical life by the power of your beliefs, thoughts, and feelings.” Today Angie and I will be describing our personal experiences with manifestation and our tips on how to manifest your goals!

Following Our Experiences:

Angie

Never did I picture myself landing a career in Human Resources… I have a BA in Psychology. During college, I worked for a small medical clinic as an Administrative Assistant. Fast forward 4 years later and I am the sole person in the Human Resources Department. Please know that I use the term ‘department’ VERY loosely because before me, there was no Human Resources! And although I loved my job and the clinic, I was underpaid with very limited benefits.

I began to feel that I have outgrown my position. Upon discovering that I would never progress with the clinic, I decided it was time to spread my wings. It was time to apply to positions that challenged me and offered room for growth.

I still have the notebook entry. I specifically wrote “Between July-August, I will get a higher paying job with better benefits.” Job hunting mode in full force! I landed an interview with The Women’s Tennis Association and got the job. An increase in annual salary by $7,000. A very generous vacation and sick time package and affordable and comprehensive benefits. My start date was August 27, 2018.

Although I no longer work for the company, I am grateful for the experience because it has led me to my current position and company, in which I have an even higher salary and more generous benefits. To know that I created this opportunity for myself, makes it even more gratifying.

Harumi

When I was in college, I had a lot of anxiety surrounding what my future was going to look like. What kind of job would I do? Would I be motivated to maintain a job? I knew that I wanted to work in special needs, but with the little work experience I had under my belt and lack of education in special education, would I even be able to land a job?

After I officially completed my classes, I said to myself that I was done being afraid of my future. I was going to manifest a job in special needs!

I started with extensive research, worked on my resume, checked the common qualifications, and took opportunities that would make me more qualified, filled out multiple applications a day, and then I waited. Suddenly, there was a pouring of e-mails and phone calls. People actually wanted to interview me!

From there, I had back to back interviews and soon it was time for me to make a decision between four companies. And though the decision was difficult, I was astounded that I did what I set out to do. I manifested a job! Cut to present day, I am still working in ABA therapy and I am so grateful for everything I’ve learned and experienced.

How to Manifest Your Goals

Write it down: When you write a goal down, it becomes more tangible! You can write it in a journal, create little notes to put in a hopes/dreams box, or create a vision board.
Be very specific: When writing your manifestation, you want to ensure that you are writing clear and detailed specifics about your manifestation. What exactly do you want? Is there a timeframe? Vague manifestations can turn into a reality you did not really desire.
Research: Put any uncertainties to rest. By researching, you’ll gain a better understanding of what steps you need to take toward your goal.
Time: Time plays a major part in the journey. It’s important to recognize that sometimes things don’t come instantaneously. This concept can easily be applied to anything we try to manifest, whether that be a job, saving up for a vacation, graduating from school, etc…
Put your back into it: Making dreams happen takes a lot of heavy lifting. It means putting in the effort and work, even when challenges arise.
Break it down into steps: Sometimes looking at an entire project or a task with multiple steps can be overwhelming. Try breaking down your manifestation and recognizing that each step matters no matter how small.
Don’t beat yourself up: We all know how critical we can be when it comes to ourselves. But that’s not mentally healthy or productive. Acknowledge that what you’re doing now is enough!
Intent is everything: Believe that this manifestation will happen! If you have any feelings of failure, failure is what is presented.

Conclusion

Those were some of our experiences and tips on how to manifest your goals. It’s an optimistic perspective and yes, there may be hardships while trying to achieve a major goal. So, acknowledge the challenges, ask yourself if this is really what you want, and put down those stepping stones towards your aspirations.

A special thanks to Angie for being a part of this thoughtful collaboration. She is a lifestyle blogger, who focuses on raw and vulnerable concepts, ranging from self-help tips and taboo topics to travel. Please show her some love here: https://angie-soul.com/

Good luck on your journey,