A lot of time people hear the term "law of attraction" and immediately relate it to The Secret and/or manifesting riches. That's all well and good, but what often is missed is that the "law of attraction" gives credence to the idea that you are fully responsible for the circumstances in your life. Of course we like to hear that when things are good because it feels like a pat on the back. We don't like it as much when things aren't going well...when we're continually sick, or have a boss that just doesn't get it, or can't catch a break from the avalanche of errands, or are making mental lists of what will get paid with the next paycheck...who wants to take the blame for that? Sorry, there's no way to take the sting out of it - those circumstances were brought about by you.
But, but, but...but I can't control how my boss treats me...but I can't help it if there's a lot going on in my life right now...but I don't want to be sick and didn't ask for it...but I really don't have the money to pay those bills. I understand your initial reaction, but hear me out.
In essence, those worrisome thoughts that we let play over and over in our minds have just as much power as any other thought. What's worse is that the more emotionally charged we feel about something, the more power those thoughts are given. And isn't it sooooooo much easier to get emotionally wrapped up in a current obstacle that is "real" instead of a dream scenario that we are just "hoping" for? Yeah, I know...me too ;) The important part to get out of it is that it all has to do with the Law of Attraction because regardless of what it is, the fact is we are responsible for what we bring into our lives.
So what the heck can you do about it? I think it all boils down to awareness. Until we accept responsibility and pay attention to our thoughts - we can't change a thing. After all, if you don't believe you have any control over your life - don't bother trying any law of attraction technique because it won't work. Once we make that shift though, then we just need to be honest with ourselves and try for a better alternative. So, if you can conceive that these ideas make sense but can't remember to be cognizant of how you feel or what you're self talk sounds like - don't move forward until you have that part down. However, if you agree this concept has merit and have identified an area that you believe you can improve on then you have the ability to use the power that's inherit within you to make a significant change in your life. Woo-hoo!
Awareness is the first step. The next step is counteracting that negative little voice in your head. More on that another time...
