Visualization may involve mentally picturing a state of being healthy, imagining yourself at a beautiful, restful place, like a beach or waterfall, or seeing yourself doing something active and enjoyable, such as swimming or running.

When you daydream, you actively practice visualization by the simple act of "seeing" yourself in the situation you want to be in. Close your eyes and envision yourself with a new job, winning the lottery, or whatever it is that you really want to do. If you want to get the most out of this type of visualization, practice this every day for at least 20 minutes a day.

When you practice visualization, begin by taking a few deep breaths and closing your eyes. Try not to fall asleep, which is very easy to do in any type of visualization or meditation. Sit up in a comfortable chair and place your hands on your knees, facing upward and do not cross your legs. Do you ever wonder why some meditators keep their hands in some fancy position? It's to help them not fall asleep. Keeping your hands in a certain position forces your mind not to completely relax.

After a few deep breaths, begin your visualization. The easiest way to do this is to imagine you are watching a 30 minute TV show - starring you! Wherever you are, whatever you're doing, try to envision all the details. For example, if you see yourself in a restaurant, notice the waiter, the color, taste and smell of the food. What sounds are in the restaurant? Are there flowers or a candle on your table? Pick up your fork a take a bite to eat. Chew the food slowly. All these details will enhance your visualization.

Visualization is a powerful tool that can assist you in manifesting what you want in your life. For an example, let's say you want a new house but you're having some financial problems. You're driving home from work one night and you pass a house for sale that looks perfect for you.

You think to yourself, "How can I get the money to buy that house?" Start, in your daydream, to figure out what it is you need to do to get the money for a new house. Do you need a better job? A promotion at your current job? Do you need to get out of debt? How do you do that? When you do your visualization, see yourself at work, doing what it is you need to do to get that promotion. Envision yourself going to school to get a better job. Imagine yourself looking at homes for sale, and see yourself having the money to buy a new house.
The magic happens when you've finished your visualization and you begin to realize what it is you need to do in real life to achieve your goals. The more you visualize what it is you want, the more likely it is that you will achieve your goals. Attention goes where attention flows.

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