happiness – The Manifest Study

Day 7: From Pity Party to Power Shift — Choosing Gratitude in the Hard Moments

Ugh. I’ve been in a mood today. Bloated, tired, off-center—and, if I’m being totally honest, struggling to shake it. I woke up feeling full (not in the good, grateful way), and everything just felt heavier than usual. The last 24 hours have been tough.

My husband and I had an amazing date night—great food, good vibes, real connection—but as soon as we walked in the door, the energy shifted. We were hit with drama and disappointment. My second child, who just turned ten, had a meltdown that felt like a time machine back to some of our hardest parenting years.

He’s always been intense. From the moment he was born, it was clear he’d be a challenge in ways I couldn’t have prepared for. I remember the lactation consultant looking at me with confusion as he wailed and refused to latch. “This has nothing to do with you,” she assured me—and I believed her, but the difficulties never really let up.

For years, we kept saying, When he can crawl, he’ll be happy. When he walks. When he talks. But each milestone passed, and his frustration grew. Eventually, we got answers: ADHD, anxiety, and ODD. With the right medication—Prozac, which I also take—we found some peace. But last night, all of that progress seemed to unravel.

We asked the boys to put their iPads away, and the next two hours were chaos. He was hitting, screaming, destroying things, threatening us, threatening his brother. It was heartbreaking. Eventually, the storm passed. He came back to himself and apologized profusely. And while I was proud of myself for staying calm—thank you, Kabbalah and spiritual growth—it still left me shaken.

This morning, getting dressed for his baseball game, nothing in my closet fit. I know hormones are playing a role, but it still hit me hard. The extra five pounds. The frustration. The feeling of defeat.

Honestly? I was having a full-blown pity party.

So… what now?

I’m choosing to shift. I’m choosing to acknowledge the hard stuff and reach for gratitude. I’m choosing to believe that just because today felt heavy doesn’t mean tomorrow won’t be lighter.

Oh—and a little glimmer of hope came through today: I got a random $25 refund from a walk-in clinic we visited ages ago. Thank you, Universe. That unexpected blessing reminded me that abundance is always trying to find its way to me.

✨ Money is abundant. It flows to me freely. I am open to receiving. ✨

Gratitude Practice

Thank you for my family.
Thank you for my dog.
Thank you for youth sports.
Thank you for work friends.
Thank you for washing machines.
Thank you for cable TV and cozy nights in.
Thank you for the weekend.
Thank you for my car.
Thank you for queso (yes, really).
Thank you for my husband and his steady support.

Manifestation Practice

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that I’m at my ideal weight and feel strong and confident in my skin.
✨ I am so happy and grateful now that we live in our dream home—beautiful, peaceful, and full of love.
✨ I am so happy and grateful now that money flows freely and consistently to our family.
✨ I am so happy and grateful now that I drive my dream car—a white Escalade that brings me joy every day.
✨ I am so happy and grateful now that we travel often, making memories in beautiful places around the world.
✨ I am so happy and grateful now that I work from home, doing what I love and creating a life of balance and fulfillment.

Even when the energy feels off, I know I can choose to realign. My power lies in how I respond—and today, I choose to lean into gratitude, trust the process, and believe in the beauty that’s unfolding. ✨

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Day 5: Mindful Words, Magical Outcomes

Today was a good day.
I wasn’t vibing quite as high as yesterday, but I still felt grounded and calm—radiating a quiet kind of happiness.

Yesterday afternoon, I went on the most beautiful walk. The weather was perfect, I had tons of energy, and I was listening to a podcast by David Ghiyam. The message? Negativity.

🕊 “When we speak negatively, we draw negativity. When we speak with love and light, we draw miracles.” — Rav Berg, Kabbalah Centre

David challenged listeners to speak kindly, resist gossip, and shift into loving consciousness. Whether or not you study Kabbalah, what a powerful way to live.

I’ll be honest—I’ve definitely been drawn into the teacher gossip at school. I’ve said things I regretted or talked about people behind their backs. It never feels good afterward. That old quote—“Loose lips sink ships”—always rings in my ears. (Pretty sure my mom used to say that growing up.)

So today, I set an intention:
✨ No gossip.
✨ No criticism.
✨ No negative talk—about myself or others.

And let me tell you, within 30 minutes of waking up, I caught myself twice about to complain about something trivial. I stopped, took a breath, and reframed my complaint into a statement of gratitude. Then I put two small Sharpie dots on my hand—one for each negative impulse. My plan was to add a dot anytime I spoke with negativity.

The best part? I didn’t add any more dots the rest of the day.

Thoughts, of course, are a little trickier to manage. But I really tried to stay aware—to seek out joy, to reframe, to stay in the light. And it worked. I felt clear. Peaceful. On track.

Kabbalah teaches that certainty and positive consciousness are the keys to unlocking miracles. When we dwell in doubt or negativity, it’s like telling the universe, “I don’t believe anything good is coming.”
And the universe always responds to what you project.

After school today, I skipped my usual walk. A gentle rain moved in—so instead, I took a warm bath (total luxury) and read Ask and It Is Given, one of my favorite books on the Law of Attraction.

No matter how many times I read it, I always walk away with something new. Tonight, it was a section called “A Consistent Formula Gives You Consistent Results.”

“Like learning the basics of mathematics and then understanding the results of their applications, you will now have a formula for understanding your world that will always be consistent… so consistent that you will be able to predict your future experiences with absolute accuracy, and understand your past with a knowing that was previously unavailable to you.”

Yes. That’s what this blog is about.
Consistency.
Discipline.
Light.
Gratitude.
Belief.

I will be consistent.
And I will watch the miracles unfold.

Today I am grateful for:

🌧️ The rainy weather that gave me a reason to slow down and rest.
🛁 A peaceful, uninterrupted bath and the time to reflect.
📚 Books that speak directly to my soul, no matter how many times I read them.
🧠 Awareness of my thoughts and the ability to gently redirect them.
🖊️ This blog, which keeps me anchored and intentional.
🎧 Podcasts that help me grow and reconnect to the light.
🤍 My kind, helpful husband.
👩‍🏫 A career that challenges me to be more patient, more present, and more compassionate.
👧🏻 My children—their joy, chaos, curiosity, and love.
✨ The opportunity to create the life I dream of, one aligned thought at a time.

Manifestation Practice:

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that I consistently speak with love, patience, and light. My words uplift, heal, and inspire those around me.

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that I live free of negativity and doubt. I trust that the universe is always working in my favor.

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that my writing reaches and resonates with thousands of people. My work is purposeful and abundant.

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that my husband is thriving in a job he loves—flexible, fulfilling, and aligned with his gifts.

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that our children are thriving. They are happy, emotionally strong, and deeply connected to themselves and to us.

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that our family travels often and effortlessly, creating memories that last a lifetime.

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that we live in our dream home—full of warmth, light, and everything we ever hoped for.

💫 I am so happy and grateful now that miracles show up for us every day, in both big and quiet ways.

As I wrap up today’s reflection, I’m holding deep gratitude for the small wins, the awareness of my thoughts, and the continued commitment to this journey. I know that each intentional step I take is bringing me closer to the life I’ve envisioned.

🌟 Mini Mantra:
“I am aligned, I am certain, and I am ready to receive.”

Here’s to showing up, staying consistent, and watching the miracles unfold. ✨

#Gratitude #Manifestation #DreamLifeInProgress

Day 4: Five Minutes, Big Magic

Y’all—I’m having the BEST day. Like, next-level, high-vibe, totally-connected-to-the-light-of-the-Creator kind of day. And honestly? It feels so good.

I can’t quite pinpoint what makes today different from yesterday. Maybe it’s the fact that my toddler didn’t wake me up as many times last night (bless!). But it’s more than that—I just feel calm. At peace. Happy. Certain. And somehow, this state of flow has managed to carry me through a full day of teaching, redirecting, and loving a class of 17 kindergartners. That alone is a miracle, if you ask me.

This morning, I decided to play 528HZ frequencies as ambient music in my classroom. Game changer. I swear it chills me out, and I’m hoping it does the same for my students. I notice I’m way less reactive when it’s playing—like my nervous system has taken a deep breath and finally exhaled. I feel more present, more patient, more aligned. It’s magic, plain and simple.

And then came a moment of unexpected stillness.

While heating up my lunch in the teacher lounge, I found myself with five whole minutes of stillness. No phone. No emails. No to-do list tugging at me. Just me and the microwave countdown. And instead of reaching for something to fill the space, I chose something different: visualization.

The chair I was sitting in reminded me of an airport terminal seat, and just like that—I closed my eyes and imagined that’s exactly where I was.

In my vision, it was spring break, and my family and I were at the airport, about to board a plane to St. John. My boys were glued to their devices (classic), the girls were stocking up on candy, and I was joyfully watching it all unfold. I imagined sipping a mimosa with my husband, boarding our first-class seats, and hearing steel drums welcome us upon arrival in St. Thomas.

I followed the daydream all the way onto the ferry bound for St. John—my heart bursting with joy as I pictured my kids squealing on the top deck, wind in their hair, eyes wide with excitement. I imagined arriving on the island where my husband and I made so many beautiful memories—dating, getting engaged, and eventually married there. And waiting for us? Two Jeeps to take us to our dream house for the week.

Just as I stepped into the front seat of one of those Jeeps—ding!—my lunch was ready, and I was snapped back into reality.

But the beautiful part? My reality is also something I’m deeply grateful for. And I know—truly know—that in order to receive the desires of my heart, I must be okay without them. I must be certain that what I seek is already mine. That the universe is always listening. That everything I want is in motion.

So I enjoy what is. I show up with joy. I do my best to connect my soul to Source. And I work to embody the same love and light that the Creator is made of.

Because magic isn’t just in the big moments—it’s in microwave countdowns and five-minute daydreams, too. ✨

Today I am grateful for:

☁️ The cloud cover and cooler temps—perfect weather for my afternoon walk.

💫 My husband’s shared interest in manifesting and Kabbalah. It’s so meaningful to grow together spiritually.

📚 My job. Teaching truly matters. Some of these kids will remember me—and the life lessons I’ve shared—for years to come.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 My parents. Their support has shaped so much of who I am.

💇‍♀️ My fresh haircut and highlights. When my hair looks good, I feel good—and that confidence carries into everything I do.

🛒 The grocery store just around the corner. It makes last-minute dinner plans a whole lot easier.

🌐 The internet. (Let’s be honest—it keeps life running.)

📖 Books. I love to read, and the insights I’ve gained—especially about the Law of Attraction—have been life-changing.

💪 A healthy body that lets me teach, parent, walk, clean, and do all the little things that add up to a full life.

👦👦👧👧👧 My children. Each of their personalities is such a gift. They bring me endless joy… even when they make me want to pull my hair out. 😉

Manifestation Practice:

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that my husband has found a job he truly loves. The hours are flexible, the work is fulfilling, and he’s thriving and growing within the company every day.

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that all of my children are thriving. They are joyful, kind, easygoing, helpful, and respectful—and I am incredibly proud to be their mom.

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that we are living in our dream home on the lake. It’s peaceful, beautiful, and filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that we have complete financial freedom, with millions of dollars in the bank and abundance continuing to flow to us with ease.

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that we travel the world together—exploring breathtaking places, embracing new cultures, and creating lifelong memories as a family.

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that I drive my dream car—a white Escalade that fits our family perfectly and feels like a luxury every time I get behind the wheel.

✨ I am so happy and grateful now that I work from home, doing what I love most—writing. My words inspire others, and my career brings both creative fulfillment and financial freedom.

Each day, I’m becoming more aligned with the life I’ve envisioned—because I know the more joy, gratitude, and certainty I carry in my heart, the closer it all comes. And honestly? It already feels like mine. ✨

#Gratitude #Manifestation #DreamLifeInProgress

12-29-20

I am the master of my thoughts.

“What you are thinking now is creating your future life. You create your life with your thoughts. Because you are always thinking, you are always creating. What you think about most or focus on the most, is what will appear as your life.” The Secret

So what is it that I am thinking?

We are rich.
Our house is spectacular. It is clean, organized, and beautifully decorated. We have a maid, chef, personal assistants, and a nanny to help us run our household seamlessly.
We travel to exotic destinations and the most luxurious hotels around the world on a regular basis. We always fly 1st class or take a private jet.
Life is easy and full of joy.
I can be, do, or have anything I want.

I am grateful for:

lazy mornings
coffee
my children and husband

“Only when you pay attention to the way you feel can you guide yourself steadily toward your own goals.” –Ask and it Is Given: Learning to Manifest Your Desires

Today I will set a reminder for every hour to check in on my emotions, mood, and how well I am doing with controlling my thoughts. Every hour may seem excessive, but the goal is that this will eventually become second nature and I will constantly be in touch with my Emotional Guidance System moving forward.

✌️ ❤️ 😊