Manifest Your Own Destiny-
Creating a Manifestation Action Plan and a Vision Board
By Rita-Marie Murphy
Thoughts become things. Whether we choose to accept it or not, we are powerful beyond our means. Within every single one of us is the power to manifest our own destiny and turn our dreams into a reality. Yoga is the gateway to the spiritual center within us; the divine spark of God that dwells within all us is attainable through one of the many paths of yoga and meditation. The physical practice of yoga prepares the body for long periods of meditation. In meditation, we have the opportunity to surrender to the breath and hopefully reach enlightened bliss. After repeated practice we not only gain strength and flexibility, but improved mindfulness and cognitive abilities. We learn how to become present and aware of the senses. We learn how to tap into ourselves and connect to our souls on a deeper, more intuitive level. This is where we can harness the magic force to manifest that each and every one of us possesses.
Many of us know what we want out of life, or at least have a general idea. It is the how that often sets us back. Whether or not we realize it, the thoughts we hold in our mind become things. Our fears serve as obstacles pushing our dreams further out of our reach. Pay attention to your thoughts. You will soon realize that the things that come most quickly to you are the things that you believe in, without any fear attached. It is those things that we want most, that we fear we will never be able to attain, that seem impossible. Thus, pushing them even further away. You must BELIEVE that you are worthy and deserving of what it is that you want in order to make your dreams a reality. “A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks he becomes” (Mohandas Karamchand Ghandi). The word “Impossible” is simply a typo. An apostrophe is missing. “Impossible” actually is “I’m Possible.”
We are responsible for our thoughts, words and deeds. We are human and in that we are imperfect. Yet, with each stumble, each fall, we learn something about humanity and ourselves. We learn and grow, gaining wisdom, compassion and confidence. Aristotle once said, “Happiness depends upon ourselves.” So we must take responsibility for our lives and take hold of the reigns so that we can create the reality we wish to see. We can manifest our own destiny. We have the unique ability to attract to ourselves abundance- wealth, career success, love, family, dream homes, you name it! You CAN have it all. Abundance is your birthright. God, in his infinite wisdom, created enough for everyone. We only fool ourselves into thinking that there is not enough. If we can change our perspective we can harness the power of imagination and creation to command the universe to bring forth all those things that you BELIEVE you are worthy and deserving of. All we have to do is be like children, and make believe.
The trick to manifesting is being crystal clear on your intentions. What is it that you really want out of life? What will bring you happiness? Peace? Fulfillment? These questions are not easy to answer. In order to connect to that intuitive self, try an at home yoga and meditation practice.
Find a clean, comfortable, quite area of your home. Bring a journal and a pen. Sit in a comfortable seated position, lifting through the crown of the head with each inhale and grounding through the sit bones with each exhale. Bring the right hand in front of the face, bringing the middle and pointer fingers together. Place the two fingers between the eyebrows, where the third eye would be. Inhale both nostrils. Close the eyes, close both nostrils with the thumb and the ring finger. Pause. Exhale left nostril. Inhale left nostril. Close both nostrils with the ring finger and the thumb. Pause. Exhale right nostril. Inhale right nostril. Close both. Pause. Exhale left. Continue on like this for twelve breaths. Open the eyes. Reach both arms up overhead, press the hands into a prayer and lower down to heart center. Bring the knees together, rock forward and back massaging the spine. Roll up to a Supported Should Stand when you are ready, or put your legs up against a wall. Stay in this posture as long as you can, with your eyes closed, concentration on the third eye. Roll slowly down. Lie in Corps Pose for several minutes. Roll over to your right side into a Fetal Pose. After a few breathes, push up to a seated pose using your left hand.
Create your manifest action plan. Map out your life. Do not worry about the how. Simply state that it will be a reality. The language is simple. “By time frame, I will have________________, be _______________, etc.” For example, “By fall 2014, I will have earned my 500 hour yoga teaching certificate.” You fill in the blanks with the time frame and the goal. Be concise. Create a reasonable time frame, we do not want to set ourselves up for failure, but rather create a space where possibilities can occur. Do not worry about the details of how it will happen. That is for the universe to figure out. All you have to do is place your order. Go deeper than manifesting a fancy house, or beach vacation. Do not be limited by those material things we all lust after, wealth, hot people to share it with, fancy stuff. Connect to what you want to feel in this future reality. Think of the characteristics of the workplace you hope to be in, or the relationship you seek. Connect your affirmations to this activity. Trust that you deserve to work in an environment that uses your creative talents and abilities. Believe that you deserve to work with people that value your talents and skills and are a pleasure to work with. Connect to the feelings of what it would be like to have those things. Make believe. Pretend you have them already.
Begin your image search, page through magazines. Allow your intuition to guide you. Select images that generate a gut reaction. Identify the characteristics you would like to manifest in your life. You are the artist of your own life. Paint an illustrious picture. Manifest your destiny with a Vision Board. Now that you have your M.A.P. (Manifestation Action Plan), the Vision Board should be easy. Once you have your images, paste them to a piece of poster paper. Allow your vision board to evolve. As you make your way through your daily routine, pay attention to images that inspire you. You are creating a magnet with your vision board. Keep your thoughts positive. Fill them with hope and possibility.
“The greatest revolution in our generation is the discovery that human beings, by changing their inner attitudes of their minds, change the outer aspects of their lives” (William James). You are worthy and deserving of abundance, in all areas of your life. It is there for each and every one of us. All we have to do is BELIEVE. Believe it and you will see it.
Creating a Manifestation Action Plan and a Vision Board
By Rita-Marie Murphy
Thoughts become things. Whether we choose to accept it or not, we are powerful beyond our means. Within every single one of us is the power to manifest our own destiny and turn our dreams into a reality. Yoga is the gateway to the spiritual center within us; the divine spark of God that dwells within all us is attainable through one of the many paths of yoga and meditation. The physical practice of yoga prepares the body for long periods of meditation. In meditation, we have the opportunity to surrender to the breath and hopefully reach enlightened bliss. After repeated practice we not only gain strength and flexibility, but improved mindfulness and cognitive abilities. We learn how to become present and aware of the senses. We learn how to tap into ourselves and connect to our souls on a deeper, more intuitive level. This is where we can harness the magic force to manifest that each and every one of us possesses.
Many of us know what we want out of life, or at least have a general idea. It is the how that often sets us back. Whether or not we realize it, the thoughts we hold in our mind become things. Our fears serve as obstacles pushing our dreams further out of our reach. Pay attention to your thoughts. You will soon realize that the things that come most quickly to you are the things that you believe in, without any fear attached. It is those things that we want most, that we fear we will never be able to attain, that seem impossible. Thus, pushing them even further away. You must BELIEVE that you are worthy and deserving of what it is that you want in order to make your dreams a reality. “A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks he becomes” (Mohandas Karamchand Ghandi). The word “Impossible” is simply a typo. An apostrophe is missing. “Impossible” actually is “I’m Possible.”
We are responsible for our thoughts, words and deeds. We are human and in that we are imperfect. Yet, with each stumble, each fall, we learn something about humanity and ourselves. We learn and grow, gaining wisdom, compassion and confidence. Aristotle once said, “Happiness depends upon ourselves.” So we must take responsibility for our lives and take hold of the reigns so that we can create the reality we wish to see. We can manifest our own destiny. We have the unique ability to attract to ourselves abundance- wealth, career success, love, family, dream homes, you name it! You CAN have it all. Abundance is your birthright. God, in his infinite wisdom, created enough for everyone. We only fool ourselves into thinking that there is not enough. If we can change our perspective we can harness the power of imagination and creation to command the universe to bring forth all those things that you BELIEVE you are worthy and deserving of. All we have to do is be like children, and make believe.
The trick to manifesting is being crystal clear on your intentions. What is it that you really want out of life? What will bring you happiness? Peace? Fulfillment? These questions are not easy to answer. In order to connect to that intuitive self, try an at home yoga and meditation practice.
Find a clean, comfortable, quite area of your home. Bring a journal and a pen. Sit in a comfortable seated position, lifting through the crown of the head with each inhale and grounding through the sit bones with each exhale. Bring the right hand in front of the face, bringing the middle and pointer fingers together. Place the two fingers between the eyebrows, where the third eye would be. Inhale both nostrils. Close the eyes, close both nostrils with the thumb and the ring finger. Pause. Exhale left nostril. Inhale left nostril. Close both nostrils with the ring finger and the thumb. Pause. Exhale right nostril. Inhale right nostril. Close both. Pause. Exhale left. Continue on like this for twelve breaths. Open the eyes. Reach both arms up overhead, press the hands into a prayer and lower down to heart center. Bring the knees together, rock forward and back massaging the spine. Roll up to a Supported Should Stand when you are ready, or put your legs up against a wall. Stay in this posture as long as you can, with your eyes closed, concentration on the third eye. Roll slowly down. Lie in Corps Pose for several minutes. Roll over to your right side into a Fetal Pose. After a few breathes, push up to a seated pose using your left hand.
Create your manifest action plan. Map out your life. Do not worry about the how. Simply state that it will be a reality. The language is simple. “By time frame, I will have________________, be _______________, etc.” For example, “By fall 2014, I will have earned my 500 hour yoga teaching certificate.” You fill in the blanks with the time frame and the goal. Be concise. Create a reasonable time frame, we do not want to set ourselves up for failure, but rather create a space where possibilities can occur. Do not worry about the details of how it will happen. That is for the universe to figure out. All you have to do is place your order. Go deeper than manifesting a fancy house, or beach vacation. Do not be limited by those material things we all lust after, wealth, hot people to share it with, fancy stuff. Connect to what you want to feel in this future reality. Think of the characteristics of the workplace you hope to be in, or the relationship you seek. Connect your affirmations to this activity. Trust that you deserve to work in an environment that uses your creative talents and abilities. Believe that you deserve to work with people that value your talents and skills and are a pleasure to work with. Connect to the feelings of what it would be like to have those things. Make believe. Pretend you have them already.
Begin your image search, page through magazines. Allow your intuition to guide you. Select images that generate a gut reaction. Identify the characteristics you would like to manifest in your life. You are the artist of your own life. Paint an illustrious picture. Manifest your destiny with a Vision Board. Now that you have your M.A.P. (Manifestation Action Plan), the Vision Board should be easy. Once you have your images, paste them to a piece of poster paper. Allow your vision board to evolve. As you make your way through your daily routine, pay attention to images that inspire you. You are creating a magnet with your vision board. Keep your thoughts positive. Fill them with hope and possibility.
“The greatest revolution in our generation is the discovery that human beings, by changing their inner attitudes of their minds, change the outer aspects of their lives” (William James). You are worthy and deserving of abundance, in all areas of your life. It is there for each and every one of us. All we have to do is BELIEVE. Believe it and you will see it.
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