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It Doesn’t Always Work As You Expect.
Submitted by: Mike
Southern EnglandA middle-aged father who is enjoying the journey of life as it unfolds.
I have read the stories here with interest and I thought it was time I shared mine. It’s a bit different than many as I do not have any magical tales of change, but rather a gradual realization that the law of attraction has been working in the background, even though I have not always been aware of it. I hope that it helps others to realize that something similar has happened to them. I also note that most stories are from women so I thought it would be nice to see more from men!
I first watched The Secret film some ten years ago and chatted about it with a friend who was also into it. He really embraced it and constantly visualized his dream life. He argued that the law of attraction only works if you also make an effort, so he worked incredibly hard and has gone from poverty to being a millionaire.
On the other hand, I didn’t embrace The Secret in the same way, nor have I worked as hard, preferring to have a better work and life balance. That said, I have tried to attract things I want and not worry about how I was going to get them. I have had my moments of doubt but have done my best to remain positive and to trust in God.
Do I have my dream life? I am not sure I do but then, I am not sure that I even want it now, as I am very happy with what I have achieved.
I have a fantastic small business that I run with my best friend. I own the car of my dreams. My wife and I live in a great house in a lovely part of the country, and our children have grown up to be successful in their own lives. I have some great friends. I have made a lot of money from cryptocurrency, and I remain fit and healthy as I head into retirement.
The odd thing is that some of the things that I had wished for, I recently realized that I had gotten them but in a different way than what I expected. And that I think, is the key to the law of attraction. You attract things by thinking about them but God gives you what he knows is right for you, and that may not be quite what you expect. Everything turns out well in the end!
Sure, there are still things I want in my life, and I hope to attract them. In the meantime though, I am enjoying the journey and I am also being very grateful for everything I do have. Thank you, thank you, thank you!