I know that Steve Pavlina is a guru (of sorts) in the personal development blogosphere. He has given some very good advice for several years, and I’m sure he’s a great guy.

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Directness and the Law of Attraction, huh?

A couple of weeks ago, Steve published the article “The Most Direct Solution to Any Problem “. In the article he said:

What about using the Law of Attraction? Is that part of a direct solution? That depends on the problem.

Consider this simple example. A common manifestation exercise is to try to manifest a blue feather somewhere in your reality. You hold the intention to see a blue feather sometime in the next 24 hours. What’s the most direct solution to that intention? Is it to wait patiently and let the universe bring it to you somehow? Why not simply do a Google image search? You’ll find your blue feather within seconds. Problem solved. Next.

I suppose if seeing a blue feather will fulfill all of your innermost desires, then Steve’s approach might have some merit. However, the point of the exercise to begin to gain an understanding of the inner workings of the universe. (And yes - it is to patiently wait and let the universe bring it to you!)

You and I are co-creators with the universe of our own life experience. We can consciously orchestrate a life of harmony, balance and success on our own terms; or unconsciously let our attitudes and lack of attention create a seemingly chance and unbalanced experience.

Seem too mystical for you?

It isn’t really - it’s common sense.

Birds of a Feather Flock Together

Ever heard that one? It is true - we tend to attract people and events that reflect our own self image. If our thoughts and attitudes about our life are chaotic and scattered - then the results that we see in our life are likewise chaotic and unbalanced. However; if we cultivate positive attitudes toward life and create clear intentions of what we desire, then we attract others into our life who have that same purpose and attitude towards life. This spontaneously creates an environment that supports our intentions, and the synergies necessary to fulfill our desires.

I love Google - but it ain’t magic…

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