Manifestation is a buzzword you hear everywhere'' right now .
Whether it's journaling , vision boards , or meditation , there are so many things that go into manifesting a life you want , but the most important aspect is a healthy mindset .
Our mindset can drastically affect the way we view the world and ourselves .
If we are spending our days in an unhealthy and negative mindset , we can't manifest that dream job or a happy relationship .
Taking the time to focus on ourselves and working to create a positive and healthy mindset only lead us down the path of manifesting even greater things into our lives .
Manifesting a healthy mindset may seem daunting , but there are small steps you can take to start looking at things in a more positive light .
Just by taking the time to read this article , you have already taken one more step forward . So if you are ready to manifest a healthy mindset , here are some ways you can get started .
1. Set boundaries You know that person who drains your energy every time you're with them , but you continue saying yes to plans with them ? Maybe you feel bad letting them down or don't know how to say no .
Or maybe this person is your boss or a family member , and you feel like you have to be around them . No matter who this person is , it's time to set some boundaries .
The longest relationship you will have in this life is the one you have with yourself - you owe it to yourself to understand when someone is not making you feel good and then do something about it .
Boundaries can look like saying no to plans ( even just saying " I'm super busy right now and need some down time - thanks for understanding ! " ) .
But if it's your boss , this may be more difficult , and boundaries might look like having a conversation with them about your availability ( for example , " I am happy to answer your calls during work hours , but after , it will have to wait until the next workday " ) . Boundaries are different for every situation , but the first step is realizing which relationships need them and then creating a plan to set them .
2. Practice affirmations I love an affirmation . I love reading affirmations in books , finding them when scrolling through TikTok , and writing down the ones I resonate with ( something I also highly suggest doing ) .
Affirmations can be used while meditating , but they can also be said aloud to yourself every day .
Having an affirmation to help you put into clear and concise words what you want to manifest is a great way to tell the universe ( and yourself ) your intentions .
As you repeat the affirmation over and over , you are signaling to the brain to believe it ( bonus points if you say it to yourself in front of a mirror ) . Some easy ones are the " I Am " affirmations , like " I am enough , " " I am capable , " " I am strong , " and " I am loved . "
You can also practice more detailed affirmations . My favorites are " Healing doesn't happen in a straight line " and " I surrender to the flow . "
3. Reframe the narrative How often have we all found ourselves in a negative thought spiral ? It could be something as simple as forgetting to go grocery shopping on Sunday - now you have nothing to eat for lunch tomorrow , and you'll have to buy take - out , which isn't as healthy , and spend money when you are trying to save .
When any situation arises that isn't what we desired , we have two options .
One is to go down the anxiety provoking thought spiral and the other is to choose to reframe the narrative .
The narrative above is telling us we are unhealthy , lacking in money , and unproductive , AKA not a very healthy mindset .
To reframe that narrative , you can instead tell yourself that you forgot to go to the grocery store , but you can go tomorrow after work , and you will get take - out from that new healthy place and treat yourself before you save for the rest of the week .
This narrative is saying that you value yourself enough to treat your body because you deserve it , and there is a solution to forgetting groceries .
Reframing the narrative is a difficult practice , but the more you do it , the more it becomes part of your healthy mindset .
4. Spend time alone Manifestation is the act of using thoughts or emotions to create a certain reality for yourself .
But to know what you want to manifest , you have to spend time with yourself .
Spending time alone can include something as simple as going for a walk without any distractions , meditating , journaling , taking yourself out on a date , etc. These practices allow you to feel comfortable spending time alone .
They also bring up thoughts or feelings you might not experience in your day - to - day life .
Having a healthy mindset means being clear on who you are and what you want out of life ; you're not easily influenced by what someone else is doing in their life because you feel confident in your path .
Taking the time to be alone and understand your intentions is a great practice to incorporate into your routine .
5. Adopt an abundance mindset Fear is the biggest issue with a scarcity mindset , so to have an abundance mindset , we have to get to the root of those fears and conquer them .
Some of the top fears I hear women talk about is the fear of not finding a loving relationship and fear around lack of money or succeeding in a career .
There are many other fears we face in our lifetime , and no matter what is stopping you from having an abundance mindset , know that it is possible to change it .
Some ways to adopt an abundance mindset can be gratitude journaling .
If you are fearful of finding a loving relationship , writing down all the different positive and loving relationships you currently have in your life can put things into perspective .
The next step is to write down the loving relationship you want to manifest ( and be as detailed as possible ) .
Creating a practice around being thankful for the abundance of what you currently have in your life makes it easier for you to be open to whatever love / money / career journey you'll take next .
6. Pay attention to your choice of words Not only does the universe listen to the words you say , but your body and mind do too .
If we tell ourselves we are not smart or pretty , our bodies will hear that and feel it . We'll express it in the way we converse with others or the way we walk down the street . Adversely , if we say , " I look beautiful today ,
and I am going to have a great day , " the mind and body listen to that and react more confidently . Language is such a powerful tool .
Studies have shown the influence of positive self - talk , so taking the time to reconsider the words you use to speak about yourself daily can have drastic effects . Try viewing yourself the way your best friend would .
After all , she would only ever say how beautiful and smart you are .
Start a self - monologue in the same way your best friend would and see the changes it makes to your mindset .
7. Stop comparing Whether it's the influencers you see on Instagram or your friend who seems to be living her best life , comparing yourself to someone else will only leave you feeling empty and lost .
You are your own person who has a journey unique to only you . We will all face highs and lows at different times in our lives , and chasing after someone else's happiness is never the answer to your own .
The easiest way to stop the comparison game is to go inward . Ask yourself what you admire in these people's lives and make a list . Then , go back through that list and see what truly aligns with you .
Some of the things on that list won't . Once you have a final list , see what actionable steps you can take in your life right now to manifest these things .
Don't go back and compare with friends or strangers . What worked for them probably won't be the same for you .
Choose the things you know will truly fulfill you , and then start by taking one actionable step toward them . It will lead you away from comparison and toward an authentic you .
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