Dear Soul Sisters,
When does the Law of Attraction start working for us? Is it when we think positively? Anything to add?
“...[W]e are living in a dynamic, intelligent Field capable of instantaneous response to each one of us....Instead of living in a gigantic machine in which we are only a tiny cog, we have the opportunity to recognize and identify ourselves as something much more significant – something that the awesome and intelligent creative force that has created the plant kingdom, weather, human beings, this planet, and galaxies beyond, responds to.” -John Nicholl writing on www.newgreeneconomy.com
Dear Wondering:
Great question! Thanks for asking it. The Law of Attraction can be a tricky one and sometimes seem like a huge Catch-22 to those of us on the path. If you are trying to use it, but not much is happening it can bring up a lot of feelings – hopelessness, unworthiness, powerlessness, fear, scarcity and lack. That's a lot to deal with when what you were hoping for was peace, abundance and love.
We believe we are always attracting. Whether we are focused on prosperity or lack, love or loneliness, worry or peace, what we are thinking about most shows up in our lives. This is not, however, instantaneous so there’s no need to beat yourself up for having a worrisome thought or two. It’s like anything: the rule, not the exception, is what matters most.
As Abraham-Hicks puts it, “Noticing how things are turning out for you is one very clear way of understanding which Vibrational requests you are emanating, because you always get the essence of what you are thinking about, whether you want it or not.” Look around your life. Are there certain areas where things are flowing easily and effortlessly? Are your positive manifestations arriving in love but not finances? This evidence can clue you in on where your vibration lies and steer you to the area that might need a bit of work.
Also, keep in mind, that while the Law of Attraction is always working for us, it may not always be in ways that we can recognize. The Universe works to bring us whatever is for our highest good - and for the highest good of all concerned including those around us and the earth itself - although it may not always seem so to us at the time. The Dalai Lama reminds us, "....[N]ot getting what we want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck."
John Nicholl says that it can often seem – to our linear minds – that we are manifesting the very OPPOSITE of what we wish for. That is why it is so important when working with the Law of Attraction to think in terms of the heart. If we ask for more peace in our life, what may arrive initially is more turbulence and upset, in order that we may learn peace. In order to see the gifts that are manifesting for us, we must look with the eyes of God and not the eyes of man.
In order to move forward with the Law of Attraction, we'd suggest that you let your past – perhaps less than successful – experiences with the Law of Attraction go and give yourself a do-over. The next time you have a few quiet minutes alone, focus in on your present feelings about the Law of Attraction and then take a few deep breaths. As you inhale, imagine inhaling trust in the Universe; as you exhale, release all your ideas about how it “should” work. Be still for a few minutes and feel yourself come back to center. From this clear place start once again to work with the Law of Attraction.
While you are still centered and grounded, tune into your heart and see what it is that you truly desire. Sometimes we try to use the Law of Attraction from our heads rather from our hearts, from our egos rather than from our spirits. Lauren C. Gorgo, a channel for the Pleiadians, reminds us,
Woah! We couldn't have said it better ourselves. The Universe speaks to – and listens to – our hearts. What are the true desires of your heart? Get very specific and clear about what it is you want to attract in your life. Ask yourself what your ideal life looks like. Are you living at the beach with your hot man and kids or atop a mountain with Sherpas at your side? What are you wearing, eating, doing, and feeling? Take a mental snapshot and then put on your creativity cap. Here are several ways to capture your vision:
Great question! Thanks for asking it. The Law of Attraction can be a tricky one and sometimes seem like a huge Catch-22 to those of us on the path. If you are trying to use it, but not much is happening it can bring up a lot of feelings – hopelessness, unworthiness, powerlessness, fear, scarcity and lack. That's a lot to deal with when what you were hoping for was peace, abundance and love.
We believe we are always attracting. Whether we are focused on prosperity or lack, love or loneliness, worry or peace, what we are thinking about most shows up in our lives. This is not, however, instantaneous so there’s no need to beat yourself up for having a worrisome thought or two. It’s like anything: the rule, not the exception, is what matters most.
As Abraham-Hicks puts it, “Noticing how things are turning out for you is one very clear way of understanding which Vibrational requests you are emanating, because you always get the essence of what you are thinking about, whether you want it or not.” Look around your life. Are there certain areas where things are flowing easily and effortlessly? Are your positive manifestations arriving in love but not finances? This evidence can clue you in on where your vibration lies and steer you to the area that might need a bit of work.
Also, keep in mind, that while the Law of Attraction is always working for us, it may not always be in ways that we can recognize. The Universe works to bring us whatever is for our highest good - and for the highest good of all concerned including those around us and the earth itself - although it may not always seem so to us at the time. The Dalai Lama reminds us, "....[N]ot getting what we want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck."
John Nicholl says that it can often seem – to our linear minds – that we are manifesting the very OPPOSITE of what we wish for. That is why it is so important when working with the Law of Attraction to think in terms of the heart. If we ask for more peace in our life, what may arrive initially is more turbulence and upset, in order that we may learn peace. In order to see the gifts that are manifesting for us, we must look with the eyes of God and not the eyes of man.
In order to move forward with the Law of Attraction, we'd suggest that you let your past – perhaps less than successful – experiences with the Law of Attraction go and give yourself a do-over. The next time you have a few quiet minutes alone, focus in on your present feelings about the Law of Attraction and then take a few deep breaths. As you inhale, imagine inhaling trust in the Universe; as you exhale, release all your ideas about how it “should” work. Be still for a few minutes and feel yourself come back to center. From this clear place start once again to work with the Law of Attraction.
While you are still centered and grounded, tune into your heart and see what it is that you truly desire. Sometimes we try to use the Law of Attraction from our heads rather from our hearts, from our egos rather than from our spirits. Lauren C. Gorgo, a channel for the Pleiadians, reminds us,
“More than anything...the heart is our guide now. Period. [The Pleiadians] say this so that we will realize the impact that our feelings now have on our creative potential and that our creative powers lie 'whole-heartedly' within our feeling-based center...which means that love is the only (positive) way forward. When we bypass, or rise above causality and enter into resonance creation, we are finally at a place in our evolutionary development where every 'reality' we co-create with is simply an indication of where we are putting our energy…and the material world, a rapid and vivid reflection of that. With this understanding, the physical dimensions become a powerful petri dish of potential, but that potential can only be nourished and brought to fruition with the proper balance of love.”
Woah! We couldn't have said it better ourselves. The Universe speaks to – and listens to – our hearts. What are the true desires of your heart? Get very specific and clear about what it is you want to attract in your life. Ask yourself what your ideal life looks like. Are you living at the beach with your hot man and kids or atop a mountain with Sherpas at your side? What are you wearing, eating, doing, and feeling? Take a mental snapshot and then put on your creativity cap. Here are several ways to capture your vision:
- Create a Vision Map using photos, words, drawings, etc. to visualize your ideal life.
- Write a Short Story about your ideal day including as much detail as possible.
- Make a “Mind Movie” video using clips and photos to replay on your computer. Add your favorite music to jazz it up!
- Start a Manifestation Notebook of all the things you would like to create in your life. Include both tangibles (a comfy home) and intangibles (a feeling of contentment).
Revisit it often. Your vision will shift as you grow and change so re-do your visioning tool often to keep it current. Then keep track of your manifestations. You’ll be so excited when you have a record of your successes! The more you do it, the stronger your LOA muscles will become!
Once you have done your dreaming, ASK the Universe (or God or your Higher Self) directly for what you want. Do this through prayer, affirmation, setting an intention or whatever works best for you. Asking for something directly can be incredibly difficult for some of us, bringing up issues of deserving, self-love and selfishness, but it is a necessary step in the Manifestation process. And remember, the more you have the more you can share. As A Course in Miracles reminds us, "When you refuse to ask it is because you believe it is taking rather than sharing."
Next, get to work. There are two parts to the Law of Attraction – the wish and the work. The first comes from your heart, the second from your hands. Once you have put your manifestation out there to the Universe look around and see what tools you have to create your desires and then take the first step. Make a phone call, send an email, ask a friend for help. Whatever the next step is, take it. And then the next one and the next one and the next one after that.
As you go along, watch for signs and opening doors. If you are manifesting a new job and a stranger at a party just happens to mention their company is hiring, inquire further. This may be your opportunity or may lead to your right and perfect position. You never know what is part of the path so follow all leads and be open to all possibilities. Before you know it, you'll be celebrating your success!
If things are still not manifesting, ask yourself honestly – am I saying one thing and doing another? In other words, are your thoughts, words and actions reflecting your manifestations or are they contradicting them? If you are trying to attract new love, but are still not loving yourself, the law of attraction is probably not going to work for you, at least not in the way you might hope. In order to attract what you really want you have to be absolutely clear in thought, word and deed. To attract love, be love; to attract peace, be peace.
Working with the Law of Attraction can be a great opportunity to work on letting go. When manifesting, try this: put your heart's desire out there to the Universe in whatever way you choose (prayer, a manifestation board or journal, etc.), then let go of the specifics. Let the Universe surprise you with the exact WHATs and HOWs. Instead of making manifesting an exercise in will, make it an exercise in trust and wonder. Now that I have asked the Universe for X, I wonder what is going to happen...
While waiting for something to happen, be patient. It’s easy to get into an "Are we there YET?" mindset and assume the LOA is simply not working. When we argue with what is, we’re only lowering our vibration. If this happens (and it’s usually a case of “when” and not “if” for us!) be gentle with yourself.
Finally, to keep yourself on the right track, practice the power of positive prayer. Remind yourself of what you're attracting and give thanks for it IN ADVANCE. For example, if you’re manifesting a soul mate, try saying, “Thank you, Dear Universe, for my amazing partner and friend. We are so in love and fit perfectly into each others lives.” By expressing gratitude and putting your prayer in the future, you’re confirming your trust in the Universe. You are thanking it for the delivery in advance because you trust that it is DONE!
We'd like to leave you with this affirmation from Mary A. Hall, “Today is a divine, blessed, infinitely abundant day.” And so it is! We wish you much happiness, success and love as you continue to work with the Law of Attraction. It's warrior's work, but well worth the effort.
Peace, Oneness, Love and Light,
Jennifer & Lara
Once you have done your dreaming, ASK the Universe (or God or your Higher Self) directly for what you want. Do this through prayer, affirmation, setting an intention or whatever works best for you. Asking for something directly can be incredibly difficult for some of us, bringing up issues of deserving, self-love and selfishness, but it is a necessary step in the Manifestation process. And remember, the more you have the more you can share. As A Course in Miracles reminds us, "When you refuse to ask it is because you believe it is taking rather than sharing."
Next, get to work. There are two parts to the Law of Attraction – the wish and the work. The first comes from your heart, the second from your hands. Once you have put your manifestation out there to the Universe look around and see what tools you have to create your desires and then take the first step. Make a phone call, send an email, ask a friend for help. Whatever the next step is, take it. And then the next one and the next one and the next one after that.
As you go along, watch for signs and opening doors. If you are manifesting a new job and a stranger at a party just happens to mention their company is hiring, inquire further. This may be your opportunity or may lead to your right and perfect position. You never know what is part of the path so follow all leads and be open to all possibilities. Before you know it, you'll be celebrating your success!
If things are still not manifesting, ask yourself honestly – am I saying one thing and doing another? In other words, are your thoughts, words and actions reflecting your manifestations or are they contradicting them? If you are trying to attract new love, but are still not loving yourself, the law of attraction is probably not going to work for you, at least not in the way you might hope. In order to attract what you really want you have to be absolutely clear in thought, word and deed. To attract love, be love; to attract peace, be peace.
Working with the Law of Attraction can be a great opportunity to work on letting go. When manifesting, try this: put your heart's desire out there to the Universe in whatever way you choose (prayer, a manifestation board or journal, etc.), then let go of the specifics. Let the Universe surprise you with the exact WHATs and HOWs. Instead of making manifesting an exercise in will, make it an exercise in trust and wonder. Now that I have asked the Universe for X, I wonder what is going to happen...
While waiting for something to happen, be patient. It’s easy to get into an "Are we there YET?" mindset and assume the LOA is simply not working. When we argue with what is, we’re only lowering our vibration. If this happens (and it’s usually a case of “when” and not “if” for us!) be gentle with yourself.
Finally, to keep yourself on the right track, practice the power of positive prayer. Remind yourself of what you're attracting and give thanks for it IN ADVANCE. For example, if you’re manifesting a soul mate, try saying, “Thank you, Dear Universe, for my amazing partner and friend. We are so in love and fit perfectly into each others lives.” By expressing gratitude and putting your prayer in the future, you’re confirming your trust in the Universe. You are thanking it for the delivery in advance because you trust that it is DONE!
We'd like to leave you with this affirmation from Mary A. Hall, “Today is a divine, blessed, infinitely abundant day.” And so it is! We wish you much happiness, success and love as you continue to work with the Law of Attraction. It's warrior's work, but well worth the effort.
Peace, Oneness, Love and Light,
Jennifer & Lara
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