As a transpersonal coach, I often discuss with my client the concept of “fake it until you make it,” paired with the power of manifestation. Although these concepts may appear to be at odds, they are actually powerful.
“Fake it until you make it” isn’t about deception or pretending to be someone you’re not. It’s about engaing in the potential self you wish to become. It’s a practice of integration the confidence and qualities you wish to have, even before they fully manifest in your life. This method can help you grow from who you are now to who you want to be.
The Essence of Manifestation
Manifestation is about bringing your dreams and goals into reality through the power of belief and action. Manifestation isn’t magic; it’s about aligning your thoughts, emotions, and actions with your deepest intentions. It’s believing stronglu in your heart’s desires, so strongly that you’re moved to take steps toward them, trusting the universe to guide and support you along the way.
Simple Steps to Inner Transformation
- Visualize Your Best Self: Spend quiet moments visualizing who you want to be. Imagine living your dream life, feeling the emotions and experiencing the successes you desire. This visualization plant a seed in your subconscious for a future growth.
- Act As If: Begin to act as if you are already the person you wish to become. This doesn’t mean being inauthentic; it’s about practicing the qualities and behaviors of your future self. Want to be more confident? Practice confidence. Aspire to be kinder? Act with kindness.
- Use Positive Affirmations: Affirmations are powerful tools for shaping our beliefs and attitudes. Repeat affirmations that resonate with your goals and the person you’re becoming. This practice reinforces your belief in your ability to transform.
- Connect with Your Inner Wisdom: Take time for meditation or reflection to connect with your inner wisdom. This connection is a powerful guide on your journey. Exercices like Likhita Japa (or Writing Japa, written repeatedly the affirmation)
The Role of Authenticity
Being real is what matters most (So to align yourself to your true Self to avoid dissociation). “Fake it until you make it” doesn’t mean pretending to be someone else. It’s really about growing into your true self, letting go of fear, and finding the strength that’s already inside you.
Reading to Go Beyond
“The Power of Intention: Learning to Co-create Your World Your Way” by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer
Dyer explores the intention as a potent force in the universe that allows the act of creation to take place and discusses how to connect with this force to manifest your desires
