The movie ‘The Secret” has inspired millions of people and created a swirl of curiosity as we contemplate how we can start to administer positive thinking and the Law of Attraction into our conscious living. The movie was a wonderful introduction for people who have not previously heard of the Law of Attraction, and was released at a time of immense spiritual transformation and conscious awakening of our abundant planet.

So what is the Law of Attraction? In the words of Abraham this universal law can be explained as “That which is like unto itself is drawn”. Whatever you focus on a consistent basis, you will attract into your life.

We are all connected to one universal energy field. Each person, however, generates their own vibrational frequency. We emit a vibrational energy into the Universe which continually attracts people, things and situations that match our vibration. Our lives to date are a reflection of what we have created, invited or attracted with our current reality. The quotation by Thomas Dreir is a great explanation of this universal law ‘The world is a great mirror. It reflects back to you what you are. If you are loving, if you are friendly, if you are helpful, the world will prove to be loving and friendly and helpful in return. The world is what you are.’

Unfortunately, manifesting your desires is not as easy as putting some time aside to visualize your goals and from there the Law of Attraction and positive thinking will do the rest. It is extremely unlikely that millions of dollars will magically appear in your life as you sit on the couch meditating on your wish to become unbelievably rich. Yes, we definitely do have to set our goals and visualize what we desire, however there are two other vital ingredients which are critical factors if you wish to manifest your dreams into your reality.

Firstly, focus attention on what you desire and create the feelings as if your goal is your current reality. If it is a new car that you desire, then feel the excitement as you hold in your hand the keys to your dream car – visualize the color and shape, smell the leather interior, hear the purr of the engine and feel the power as you drive your brand new car out on the open highway.

Secondly, to speed up the achievement of your goals you must do something that moves you towards your goal. Visualizing what you desire is wonderful, however, by consciously putting in place a daily action, be it big or little, you will achieve your desire at an increased rate.

We live in an abundant Universe which is only too willing to deliver our dreams into reality – so be careful when wishing for something and ensure that it is truly what you desire. Take control and start to use the Law of Attraction and positive thinking to create the life you desire by design rather than by default.

Madonna Jeffries is the founder of Planet Abundance. Her mission is to provide effective self help and personal development tools that will enable you to achieve success in all areas of your life.