Manifestation has become a bit like vaping—a trendy topic everyone seems to be talking about. Asking someone, “Did you practice gratitude this morning?” feels like the new “Do you even vape, bro?”
Right now, we’re living in an era of deep self-reflection. Maybe it’s a result of all that time spent in lockdown, but people have never been more aware of what they want, need, and how to go after it.
But here’s the thing—manifestation isn’t some shiny new idea. Thought leaders like Eckhart Tolle have been discussing it for ages. On the surface, it’s pretty straightforward: the law of attraction is all about sending out good vibes and getting them back.
Imagine this: you walk into a coffee shop, compliment the barista on making the best latte you’ve ever had. Chances are, they’ll light up with a smile, and who knows—they might even toss in a free pastry. On the flip side, if you storm in and accuse them of making a latte designed to ruin your life, you’ll probably be shown the door.
In 2006, The Secret by Rhonda Byrne brought manifestation to a whole new level of mainstream popularity. It inspired people to believe they could turn their dreams into reality with just a few simple steps.
Of course, not everyone’s on board. Critics have called it everything from “mumbo jumbo” to “poor man’s witchcraft.”
But for those who swear by it, manifestation has changed their lives. Whether it’s landing a book deal or finding their soulmate, they’re living proof of the law of attraction in action.
And here, we dive into their stories.
Nadia Simpson
“I got into manifestation through The Secret—both the book and the film. My older brother introduced me to it, and during my first year at university, I watched it every single night. It motivated me to start my own business, and by my second year, I created my first vision board. I filled it with pictures representing my goals—some long-term, some short-term.
One of the pictures I added was a cover of Forbes magazine with my brand logo at the bottom. At the time, I was just a university student with no big connections, so I had no idea how I’d ever get featured in Forbes. But I believed it would happen. I put the vision board right above my bed so I’d see it every morning when I woke up.
Before Covid, I started attending networking events and met people who were great at connecting with others and reaching out to journalists. Eventually, I crossed paths with a Forbes contributor. I pitched my socially driven business to her, and that’s how I made it happen.
Manifestation taught me to stop worrying about how things will happen and instead focus on truly believing I can achieve what I want. It’s about embracing the fact that I’m in charge of creating my own reality.”
Dimple Athavia
“Working in the drinks industry, I always felt frustrated when I’d make suggestions or recommendations to company leaders. They often dismissed my ideas, saying they were too hard to fit into their existing structure.
That’s when I realized I had an entrepreneur’s mindset. The moment I started seeing myself as an entrepreneur, it felt like a door opened to a world full of endless possibilities!
From there, I manifested my entire business from the ground up—everything from the name and website design to the look and feel, the products, and even my ideal customers. I envisioned it all, right down to how the business will grow in the future.”
Nicola Geismar
“I got into manifestation because I kept noticing the same limiting thoughts and mental blocks popping up over the years. I became curious about why these thoughts kept holding me back. That’s when I realized that while you can consciously want something, it’s your subconscious that truly holds the power—and often, that’s what’s standing in your way.
For me, affirmations and positive thinking are just small parts of the bigger picture. What really makes a difference is reprogramming the subconscious through practices like meditation, energetic movement, and even hypnosis. These methods help shift those deep-rooted beliefs and make room for new, empowering ones.
Since starting this journey, I’ve manifested a trip to Cuba, connected with dream clients, and landed incredible work gigs and workshops on stages around the world.”
Jo Threlfall
“After a cervical cancer scare and surgery, I spent a lot of time resting and reading about mindfulness. During my recovery, I came across Vex King’s Good Vibes, Good Life, and it completely shifted my perspective on spirituality.
The book helped me realize that my thoughts shape my future. It showed me how practices like journaling and visualization could help me manifest anything I wanted. I started learning about the law of attraction, diving deeper into manifestation, and decided to test it out for myself.
I began letting go of negative energy and focusing on gratitude for what I already had. Living in the present and taking life one day at a time became my new mindset. With this approach, I landed my dream job, built my own team, and found my perfect apartment in Manchester—a city I absolutely love.
The timing was incredible. Just a week after getting the all-clear from my surgery, I posted on LinkedIn. A day later, I got a DM, and within two days, I was offered a job. It all happened so fast! To make it even more meaningful, the agency I work for is called Embryo, which feels oddly symbolic given everything I went through with my health in 2020.”
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Inbaal
“Over the past 25 years, I’ve manifested an incredible career as a psychic, with opportunities I never imagined, like being the astrologer for Elle magazine and having a regular spot on talkSPORT radio.
I even manifested my husband, exactly as I’d pictured him—right down to his star sign and hair color. Against the odds, I manifested four kids, even though I was told I couldn’t have children. I also lost nine stone and bought and sold properties during the economic crash.
Now, I’m helping others learn how to manifest their own dreams.”