Great question! It seems the Law of Attraction has received international recognition only fairly recently via books or movies like The Secret or motivational speakers.  However, the Law of Attraction is much more ancient and has been in use for centuries, if not thousands of years.
A lot of people relate the Law of Attraction to romantic attraction.  It is so much more than that.  This is a universal law that one can utilize in ANY aspect of their life.  Think of it in terms of the Law of Gravity. The Law of Attraction is also based on understanding energy; how it moves, shifts and responds under certain conditions.  We are all made up of energy and deal with various energies day in and day out.  The Law of Attraction is subject to this. Okay, in other words, this means that certain components of our energy really like themselves, and seek to recognize themselves in any of the surrounding energy.  When they do locate such energy, they want to be surrounded by it all the time – LIKE ATTRACTS LIKE.
Take for example, first graders on their first day of school (feel free to substitute any age group).  As they are on the bus for the first time, there is one group of them that can’t wait to get to school. This group talks about pencils and very cool erasers, shows of their brand new and shiny backpacks and are in general happy and excited.  On the other side of this situation, there are those kids that like to pick on society’s newest recruits, and take their brand new shiny backpacks from them.  This second group of kids has a completely different kind of energy. These energies don’t mesh and the groups remain separate, because they feel comfortable with the energy in their own group. Very rarely do (or even can) these groups play together nicely. They simply aren’t attracted to each other enough to do so.  This example shows the like indeed attracts like – for better or for worse.  Once this essential principle is understood, it is possible to recognize the energy of your desire and create that same energy in yourself.  Like attracts like remember? Yes, this might seem to be a situation of ‘easier said than done’, but never fear, step by step instructions will follow shortly. There are just some things that have to be explored first.
When working with the Law of Attraction, one must remember that everything expands! Again, this can be seen in the above example – each group could recruit more individuals.  By doing so, the size grows and they expand.  One can also see how one group could become more powerful than the other.  This is why it is so important to clarify your intentions as much as possible.  This principle works in every situation – whether you’re focusing on what you do want, or what you don’t want!  Determine what you want, and focus your energy towards that particular intention. Mind your thoughts and intentions. Yep, this is a similar situation to ‘Be careful what you wish for’. Remember, don’t try to accomplish anything that interferes with a persons’ free will.  Everything expands and attracts.  If you try to manipulate someone, you attract that to yourself. Besides do you want someone to do that to you?  Didn’t think so. So how exactly is this done you ask?
The Law of Attraction: the How-To
Here are the main how-to tools regarding the Law of Attraction.  Think of them as a roadmap, and prepare yourself to experience various speeds on your trip.
- ASK clearly for what you want.  Basically, the more you know about what you want, the easier it is for the universe to understand and create it  (But please don’t go stalking anything or anyone…the Law of Attraction is all about you. And that’s great!).  This will probably require some soul searching to get the detail needed. What do you really want?
- BELIEVE that it can and will be yours. You have to believe that you deserve and are capable of handling what you’re asking for.  The what-if game can come in handy here if you need a little guidance. What would I do with it?  What if it could be mine? What would it feel like? How would it change my life and the lives around me for the better? I know that last one isn’t exactly a what-if question, but it is extremely important to know the answer to it.  Infuse all these answers into your being and truly believe them.
- VISUALIZE yourself complete.  By doing so, you’re projecting your success onto your sub and conscious mind. Certain scientific evidence points to the brain only remembering what it sees.  Put as much detail into it as much as you would like. How does it feel to know that your goal is complete? Get used to that feeling. 🙂
- ACTÂ in a manner that supports your intention. Â Any choices you make should be in line with your goal. Â If you notice something in your life which needs to be changed to reach your goal, then it is advisable for you to change it.
- ENJOY But please remember to say thank you to the universe (yes, you did just read that), and sit back and enjoy.  Your intention won’t happen overnight and could take a while.  But once your intention is accomplished, you’ll feel more empowered. You’ve now accomplished your goals through your own direct intervention.  Good luck!
xx,
~Caren
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