There is a lot of information that suggests that we really do
create our own reality.
In the present era, Napoleon Hill's Think and Grow Rich was one of
the first publications in a new genre of self-help advice that revealed the
nature of personal power - that one's thoughts and beliefs are the
fabric from which our life circumstances are made. The Seth books of
the 1970s re-introduced this idea and more in a new form to a new generation. Today,
there are many authors and speakers who teach people that, in Mike Dooley's
simple summation "Thoughts become things". The movie The Secret illustrates these age-old principals and
features many of today's well-known teachers on the subject.To help structure and
ritualize (the subconscious mind loves ritual!) the manifestation of your
heart's desires, here are some ideas for your personal use. Spark the alchemy!
Wish Candle
To create what you desire, first you have to articulate your wish clearly.
The wish candle provides a reminder and is the key to creating a small
personal ritual to help you remember
to visualize your intentions every day. State your desire as you light the
candle, and visualize clearly what it is like to have what you want - put
yourself as vividly in the picture as you can - sights, smells, textures,
sounds.. Explore how it feels to have what you want -
dwell in that feeling. Give thanks for all you have, blow out the candle,
and carry the feeling of accomplishment into your day. As Martha Beck
reminds us, people are often confused about how things really work in life -
they think that once they achieve their objectives, they will find the
feelings of joy and peace and celebration they desire. But our reality
really works just the opposite: by feeling joyous, peaceful, and fulfilled,
you draw to you the experiences that match that vibration. Try it and see!
Although you can use any candle (and we recommend you do!), a votive type is
recommended for fire safety. If you choose to make or buy votives or
other candles for gifts,
here are some small labels to make them into Wish Candles.
The Universe Jar
Sometimes you have a lot of things, big and small, that you want to bring
into your life. A new laptop, home improvements, fulfilling work, getting
back into the size 8 clothes that are in storage...I'm sure this is not just
me... you get the idea.
Another way to go about creating these things is to spend the time to write
down what you want as precisely as you can, go through the wish ritual with
the candle as above (write down the feelings you discover on the other side
of the paper - e.g. - fitting into all my size 8 clothing - joy, lightness,
energy, sense of control and strength). Put the paper in a special jar as a
symbol of handing it over to the Universe. Give thanks and blow out
your candle. Carry the feelings of accomplishment into your life, and
look for the opportunities that will come your way to co-create what you
want. Remember that although you are working with the Universe,
you have to be consistent and do your share toward your goals! As mom always
said, "God helps those who help themselves". Positive action helps
strengthen your vibration.
You can be on the lookout for a jar or box that feels right for you as an
incubator for your dreams!
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