Intention setting is a powerful tool that can transform your life. It's the bridge between mere wishing and actively creating the reality you desire. As the author Wayne Dyer eloquently stated, "Intention is the starting place of every dream of change."
Wishing vs. Intending: It's All About Belief
Imagine yourself walking by a bakery window, mesmerized by a decadent slice of cake. Wishing for that cake is easy. But intention setting is a whole different ball game. It's about believing you can have that cake, visualizing yourself enjoying it, and maybe even taking action to make it happen, like walking into the bakery and buying it!
Sparking Your Brain's Planning Power
Dr. Joe Dispenza, a renowned neuroscientist, suggests using open-ended questions to ignite your brain's planning center. Ask yourself:
"Who would I need to be to have this?"Â This question helps you identify the and actions needed to achieve your desire.
"How would it feel to experience this?"Â By focusing on the positive emotions associated with your desire, you activate the Law of Assumption.
The Law of Assumption: Feeling is the Secret Sauce
Neville Goddard, a prominent mystic, proposed the Law of Assumption. This approach emphasizes the power of embodying the feeling of already having your desire. Instead of just wishing for the cake, imagine yourself savoring its deliciousness and feeling grateful for it.
Why is feeling so important? In the context of the Law of Assumption, feeling is crucial because it signifies your belief in having your desire already. When you script your desire and imagine the positive emotions of possessing it, you're not asking the universe for something – you're assuming the state of already having it. This assumption becomes a powerful internal signal that shapes your reality.
Igniting Your Inner Fire: The Scripting Exercise
Think of intention setting as the spark that ignites your inner fire. The stronger your beliefs and emotions, the brighter that fire burns, illuminating the path towards your goals.
Here's a powerful exercise called "Scripting Your Desire" to help you ignite that fire:
Grab a pen and paper.
Choose a specific desire.
Now, write a script from the perspective of already having your desire. Describe your feelings, the details of your experience, and express genuine gratitude for having achieved it.
Inspired Action, Not Forced Action:
Taking action from a place of inspiration, not force, is crucial. When your intention and emotions are aligned, inspired action naturally arises. You'll find yourself drawn to opportunities, people, and resources that propel you closer to your desire. It's a feeling of being guided and supported by an unseen force.
Remember:Â Inspired action feels effortless and joyful. It's not about forcing yourself to do things that feel out of alignment with your desired state of being.
By combining intention setting, the power of feeling, and inspired action, you bridge the gap between wishing and winning.Â
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