Roxie Nafousi's book 'Manifest' presents a seven-step guide to harnessing the power of manifestation, blending personal experiences with scientific principles to help individuals create their desired reality through self-love, visualization, and trust in the universe.
Roxie Nafousi's Journey to Manifestation
Nafousi's own manifesting journey began from a point of despair. In 2018, she felt lost and directionless, battling depression and addiction. A friend introduced her to a podcast about manifesting, and within a week of applying the principles, she met her partner Wade and soon after welcomed her son, Wolf. She credits manifesting with transforming her life, freeing her from addiction, and leading her to a fulfilling career and a newfound sense of self-love.
This personal transformation led Nafousi to develop a seven-step manifesting guide, which she shares in workshops and now in this book. She emphasizes that manifesting is not a new age trend but a philosophy rooted in historical texts like Thought Vibration (1906) and Think and Grow Rich (1937), echoing the wisdom of figures like Louise Hay and Oprah Winfrey.
The Science Behind Manifestation
So what's the science behind this seemingly magical process? Nafousi explains that quantum physics shows us everything is energy, vibrating at different frequencies. The law of attraction dictates that like attracts like, meaning our thoughts and emotions, also forms of energy, attract corresponding frequencies back to us. Neuroplasticity, our brain's ability to change and create new pathways, plays a crucial role. We can rewire our subconscious beliefs and prime our brains for opportunity. For those interested in the scientific basis of manifesting, Nafousi recommends Dr. Tara Swartz's The Source.
The Seven Steps to Manifesting Your Best Life
Step 1: Be Clear in Your Vision
The first step is about knowing where you're headed. Nafousi emphasizes the importance of visualization, explaining that our brains respond to visualized experiences as if they were real, triggering physiological changes. She cites Michael Phelps, who used visualization to prepare for Olympic races, imagining not only winning but also overcoming challenges. The key is to be specific in your visualizations and immerse yourself in the feeling of having what you desire. If you're unsure what you want, focus on how you want to feel—confident, joyful, peaceful—and visualize your ideal future self. This is where a vision board comes in handy—a visual representation of your desired life.
Step 2: Remove Fear and Doubt
We manifest not just from conscious thoughts but from subconscious beliefs about what we deserve.
Fear and doubt, residing in our subconscious, send the message that we're unworthy. Nafousi shares her struggle with the limiting belief that she needed a wealthy partner for financial security, which hindered her career aspirations. The key is to identify and heal these limiting beliefs through inner work.
Nafousi suggests several techniques for this inner work:
Master your thoughts: Choose empowering thoughts and replace negative self-talk with positive affirmations.
Watch your language: Replace "if" with "when" and talk about what you do want.
Use mantras: Repeat affirmations to reprogram your subconscious.
Practice visualization: Use techniques like the evaporating ball visualization to imagine your fears shrinking away.
Step 3: Align Your Behavior
This step emphasizes action. It's about showing the universe what you believe you deserve through proactive behavior. Nafousi stresses that manifestation is not passive; you need to take action aligned with your empowered self. She contrasts proactive behavior with fear-based inaction, using the example of manifesting a successful business. Even if you still have fears, acting as if you've already achieved your goal can build self-belief.
Creating healthy habits, such as journaling, meditation, or exercise, aligns you with your future self and raises your vibration. Authenticity is key; live in alignment with your true self, letting go of people-pleasing tendencies.
Step 4: Overcome Tests from the Universe
These tests appear as obstacles or temptations to settle for less, assessing your self-worth and trust in the process. A common test is the reappearance of an ex, tempting you with familiarity. Choosing your future self means closing the door firmly on the past. Nafousi recounts how she overcame rejection when seeking guests for her podcast, highlighting the importance of persistence.
Step 5: Embrace Gratitude Without Caveats
Gratitude has a high vibrational frequency, attracting abundance. Nafousi recounts how her negativity manifested negative situations in her life. She highlights Dr. Joe Dispenza's research showing how gratitude boosts the immune system. Embracing gratitude for your current situation, despite reservations, can lead to manifesting your dreams. Nafousi recommends gratitude journaling and practicing mindfulness to cultivate gratitude.
Step 6: Turn Envy into Inspiration
Envy is a low-vibe emotion rooted in scarcity, while inspiration is high-vibe,
believing in abundance. Nafousi shares her struggles with social media envy and how it fueled her feelings of inadequacy. Instead of feeling jealous of others, turn that envy into inspiration by visualizing your own success.
Step 7: Trust in the Universe
This final step involves surrendering to the process and trusting that the universe will provide. Manifesting isn't about control but about letting go and trusting in divine timing. Nafousi uses the analogy of Google Maps, where you input your destination but trust the app to guide you.
Key Takeaways
The key takeaways from Manifest are:
You have the power to create the life you want.
Self-love is the foundation of manifestation.
Take inspired action and trust in the universe.
Some easy-to-remember heuristics include:
Visualize vividly.
Feel the feeling.
Master your mindset.
Act as if.
Embrace gratitude.
Turn envy into inspiration.
Trust the timing.
In conclusion, Roxie Nafousi's Manifest offers a powerful framework for anyone looking to transform their life through the principles of manifestation. By following these seven steps, you can unlock your potential and create the reality you desire.