In an uncertain and volatile business world, the idea of willing your career goals into existence feels increasingly attractive. Manifesting – the practice of creating and actualising definable intentions – has seen a boom in interest recently with those looking to achieve success in their personal lives. However, the principles of visualisation, goal setting and affirmation at the core of the method make it perfectly suited to improving your nine-to-five, too. And all you need is faith, determination and a little self-discipline.
At the forefront of the movement is development coach and author Roxie Nafousi, whose Sunday Times bestselling book Manifest and its follow up Manifest: Dive Deeper both assert that the power to change our lives lies within us. Here, Nafousi breaks down her seven steps to success in the workplace. – Nick Carvell
Manifesting is using the power of your mind to change and create the reality that you experience. It is a self-development practice that combines psychology, neuroscience, philosophy and wisdom.
Although manifestation has had a resurgence of popularity in recent years, it is a practice that has been followed and taught by great thinkers for centuries. In fact, all the way back in 1906, William Walker Atkinson released a book called Thought Vibration or The Law of Attraction in the Thought World, in which he introduced the concept of manifestation. Then in 1937, journalist Napoleon Hill wrote in his book Think and Grow Rich: “You are the master of your destiny. You can influence and control your own environment. You can make your life what you want it to be.”
After I first discovered manifestation in 2018, I researched everything I could on the practice, and distilled what I learned into seven practical steps. Five years ago I was in a battle of addiction with no career, no prospects, no relationship and no hope – a far cry from where I find myself now. These steps transformed my own life beyond recognition.
Step 1: Be clear in your vision
Having clear goals is integral to the process. This isn’t about playing safe but allowing yourself the freedom to be ambitious and courageous.
Step 2: Remove fear and doubt
Limiting beliefs, insecurity and low self- worth will always get in the way of us achieving our dreams. Reprogramming our subconscious beliefs and getting out of our own way is absolutely key to the manifesting process.
Step 3: Align your behaviour
You can’t get to where you want to go without putting in the work required. This step is all about taking action, stepping outside your comfort zone, taking risks and pushing forward.
Step 4: Overcome tests
On the road to success you will inevitably be met with obstacles, rejection and challenges. How you respond determines where you end up. What value, meaning and learnings can you take from them? There is always reward on the other side.
Step 5: Embrace gratitude
Adopting an abundant mindset and embracing an attitude of gratitude contributes to a positive mindset and an increased feeling of wellbeing, all of which contribute to the manifestation process.
Step 6: Turn envy into inspiration
Rather than seeing other people’s success as something to be envious of, we can instead seek to be inspired by them. This takes us out of a fear response and into a more empowering mindset.
Step 7: Trust in the universe
This final step is all about trust, surrender and an unwavering confidence. This trust will help to keep you committed to your journey.
Illustration: Ana Yael
