Do you feel that your thoughts come in response to what is happening around you, and what you observe? I certainly used to feel so. But then I came across a book called The Secret. It introduced (to me) a concept called as Law of Attraction, which stated that we attract what we think. This would mean that what we observe in our surroundings is actually in response to what we are thinking, and not the other way round.
For example, if we are thinking about buying a certain type of car, we will start seeing this car almost everywhere we go. In the same way, if we are thinking about having a baby, we’ll notice pregnant women and babies around us a lot more. Are these coincidences or projections of our own thoughts?
The examples that I gave above are pretty basic. Nonetheless, if the law of attraction is indeed at work, then the physical reality in which we live is like a mirror designed to become the exact reflection of the thoughts that we have. When we think of it like this, we have more power than we could possibly imagine. By controlling our thoughts, we can control our reality.
Personally, I do believe in the Law of Attraction. That doesn’t mean that I have mastered it in any way, shape, or form. I haven’t ever consciously tried to attract positive things by thinking about it. Although when I am overcome with anxiety and worry about something, reminding myself about the law of attraction, scares me enough to make me look at the possible positive outcomes. Yes, I realize this is not the ideal application of the law, but this does help me keep negative thoughts at bay.
I would love to hear from you. Do you believe in the Law of Attraction? Has it worked for you? Or do you use it to ward off negative thoughts like me?
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Shailaja
Interestingly, although I have never read the Secret, people who know me both online and offline seem to think I channelise the principle of the book 🙂 If that’s true, I am truly happy. I do think I try to wake up and go to bed with positive affirmations everyday.
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Shanaya Tales
Such a wonderful thing to do, Shailaja! You surely do seem to apply some of its principles. 🙂
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Kaddu
Have read The Secret. It’s a good book. The Law of Attraction does work, but it’s difficult to get the technique perfect. Usually, conflicting thoughts are there, which don’t let intentions manifest the way we want.
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Mee Magnum
I watched the Video. Countless times. I absorbed it better that way.
–Mee (The Chinese Quest)
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Shanaya Tales
Yes, I always have conflicting thoughts, which is why, it makes it impossible to attract anything positive, even if the law does work. So, I use it to ward off negative thoughts.
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Eloquent Mind
Interesting concept. I could relate the pregnant women thing because that’s what would happen when we were expecting Baby Girl. 😉 Using the Law of Attraction to repel negative thoughts does sound like a good idea. I haven’t really used this law before but it is definitely worth a shot 🙂
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Shanaya Tales
Yep. It is kind of a defense mechanism for me. Defense against negative thoughts. 🙂
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elly stornebrink
Yes, I do believe in the law of attraction. 🙂 However, like you, I often don’t use it to its full capacity, i.e., benefit. 😉 I am often reminded when I am in the negative swing of things, to change my thinking in order to change the outcome. Though I’ve had some wonderful positive experiences as a result of the LOA as well! 😉 <3
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Shanaya Tales
Good for you, Elly. I mostly try to ward off the negative. 😛
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Susan Gourley
I’ve never really heard of that but I know that is true what you said about cars and pregnant women. It’s an interesting idea and worth testing.
Shanaya Tales
Yes, do check out the book if you can. 🙂 There is also a relatively short video out there on the same thing. That would explain the concept just as well. 🙂
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Shalini
Oh yes yes yes! There were many a times when whatever I thought kept coming true like an omen! 🙂
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Shanaya Tales
Hehehe..all the more reason for us to think positive. 🙂
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Parul
Good stuff Shantala! I have the book The Secret and I do believe in the power of attraction. I could not finish the book cos it was too much of self help but to be honest I believe in optimism and dreams. That leads me to the law of attraction. Personally, I feel dreams (even vague ones) come true. All that you need is to believe that if you want something, you will get it sooner or later. Staying positive will give you the patience and dreaming will keep you motivated 🙂
Gosh! Sorry for that long comment!
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Shanaya Tales
True that, Parul. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 🙂
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Suzy
I believe in the law of attraction. Though i haven’t mastered it yet. Though I have seen how people drop away and those who are more vibrationally aligned show up in my life.
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Shanaya Tales
Yes, the law does make sense. I just hope to be more proactive in putting it to use. 🙂
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Shilpa Garg
Oh yes, the law of attraction definitely works. But like you, I practice it when I cant take the stress or anxiety any more! I am pushing myself to be more proactive in usage of this law… hopefully I will get there soon! 🙂
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Shanaya Tales
Oh I thought I was the only one who used it to ward off negative thoughts. Glad to have company. 😛 Yes, hopefully we will get to the ideal application soon. 🙂
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Devika Fernando
I agree with all of this. Fabulous post, as always!
Shanaya Tales
Thank you so much, Devika. 🙂
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Sheethal
Yes, I agree 100%. I had a Professor who used to tell me to mediate for half an hour visualizing something you want, and when you visualize something as if it’s happening then for sure you’re going to achieve it. 🙂
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Shanaya Tales
I was recommended that book by a professor too. At that time, I did not take it seriously. I came across it again some years later and it totally made sense. 🙂
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Aathira
I believe in the law of attraction. Like you, I came across the concept through The Secret. I still have a long way to go before I master it though. I’m, however, trying 🙂
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Shanaya Tales
It is an intriguing concept, isn’t it? 🙂 Thanks for stopping by, Aathira. Glad to have you here. 🙂
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blogoratti
Yes I do believe in the law, though debatable, but I think I quite agree with you. I always strive to think positive at all times!
Shanaya Tales
Thank you. 🙂
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Sundari Venkatraman
Lovely post Shanaya! I use my thoughts to manipulate my life – both for attracting positive and keeping negative at bay. The best way that I have discovered for attracting positive energy is praying. By praying, I don’t mean uttering shlokas – but talking to the divine.
This just might interest you: http://sundarivenkatraman.blogspot.in/2009/08/spirituality-how-to-pray.html
Shanaya Tales
That is such a beautiful way to attract positivity in your life. Thanks for sharing, Sundari. 🙂
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Soumya
If you think, you will achieve it. Yes. But only if you put in your effort to achieve it. Just thinking will not help.
The universe is giving you hints to work hard 🙂
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Shanaya Tales
That I agree. While positive thoughts are important, they are no replacement for action. 🙂
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Shirley Corder
Shantala, yes I have seen that power of attraction at work many times. I’ve seen it as an answer to pray. I knew I had to get to a writers’ conference in the States so started to pray about it. I’ve been to two! 🙂 BTW, how do you get my posts listed at the bottom of your comments? I really appreciate this, but wondered how to encourage others to do this.
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Shanaya Tales
It is a commenting system that I have installed on my blog. It is called Comment Luv. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
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Puru
Law of attraction definitely worked for me! You visualize something long enough and you will attract it. That is how I met my wife. 😛 😉 😀
Mee Magnum
That’s beautiful Puru. I think you’re perfect for each other.
–Mee (The Chinese Quest)
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Shanaya Tales
Puru: Good to know that 😛 😀
Mee: Thank you 🙂
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Mee Magnum
I agree 1000%. If you think it, you conceive it. And you will achieve it. Very powerful stuff!
–Mee (The Chinese Quest)
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Shanaya Tales
Very true, Mee. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
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