Manifestations: The Magick + The Science

 

The Spiritual Magick Of Positive Affirmations

Manifestation through affirmations blends both spiritual and psychological principles, creating a bridge between mindset, intention, and reality. I have manifested a myriad of things using this method. 

It's similar to prayer except, you're declaring and commanding versus asking and begging and wishing. We may use various forms of vocabulary to express it, but essentially, it's the same thing. Visualization, meditation, prayer, affirmation, declaration, magnetizing, attracting, bringing forth, calling fourth, petitioning, speaking it into existence etc. Even the word speaks on this in several chapters. One being the most infamous scripture:

 Proverbs 18:2: “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof” 

Which I interpret as, don't speak out the things which you do not want to manifest. Think pretty thoughts, speak pretty words, do pretty deeds.

Let's find into how it works from both perspectives:

Spiritual Magick:

In spiritual traditions, manifestation is often rooted in the belief that the universe is interconnected, and thoughts, emotions, and intentions can influence that interconnectedness. The idea is that when you focus your energy through affirmations, you align yourself with the vibrations of what you desire. This alignment is believed to send out a "vibrational frequency" that attracts similar energies, events, or outcomes back to you. 

Affirmations are seen as a tool to:

1. Set Intentions: 

Spiritual practices teach that your thoughts are powerful and create your reality. Repeating positive affirmations helps set a clear, focused intention that the universe can respond to.

2. Raise Vibrational Frequency:

 In many spiritual traditions, it is believed that thoughts and words carry a specific frequency or energy. When you speak affirmations, you elevate your frequency, which, according to these beliefs, draws opportunities and positive outcomes that match that higher vibration.

3. Activate the Law of Attraction: 

This is a popular concept in manifestation, particularly in New Thought and spiritual communities. The idea is that like attracts like; focusing on positive outcomes through affirmations helps you “attract” those outcomes into your life.

Science Behind Manifestation and Affirmations

Now from a scientific standpoint, 

Manifestation works through psychology, particularly by reshaping your thought patterns and behaviors. Affirmations aren’t magickal in a mystical sense, but they can still have powerful effects because of how they influence the brain and its processes:

1. Cognitive Reprogramming:

When you repeat affirmations, you consciously reprogram negative thought patterns and beliefs that might hold you back. This is similar to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), where repeated, positive thoughts gradually replace limiting beliefs.

2. Neuroplasticity:

 The brain is highly adaptable, and through repeated affirmations, you can strengthen neural pathways that support positive thinking, optimism, and goal-oriented behavior. Over time, this helps you act in ways that align with your desires.

3. Reticular Activating System (RAS):

 The RAS is a part of the brain that filters information and focuses attention. By using affirmations, you train the RAS to notice opportunities and patterns that align with your affirmations. It’s not so much about magic but about your brain becoming more attuned to possibilities that match your goals.

4. Self-Efficacy and Confidence:

 Affirmations build self-confidence and a sense of self-efficacy. By consistently reinforcing positive thoughts, you are more likely to take the necessary actions to achieve your goals, leading to real-world changes.

I saw a video of this beautiful older African American woman today who I assume is of Caribbean descent. She said she used this affirmation to manifest. I'm not sure how effective it is but there were people in the comments who claimed it worked. Is it placebo? Magick? Science? Or Faith? Maybe a combination of it all! But here it goes: 

Put your hands over your heart and say aloud:

" I always have more money than I need, I cannot help but to attract alot of money into my life, I am money magnet "

I wrote down some additional spin I want to add to it alongside some corresponding scripture. But 3xs a day for 7 days, and the people said it works.  So that's a drug free prescription I would try for sure and report back!

In Summary:

Spiritual magick views affirmation-based manifestation as aligning your energy with universal forces, while science explains it as a powerful psychological tool for reshaping thoughts and behaviors. Both perspectives recognize that the act of focusing on positive outcomes can shift your mindset, guide your actions, and ultimately change the course of your life in practical ways.

Until next time... 💋