Have you ever heard the phrase—“You are what you think?” Well this may be because intentions are a powerful tool for achieving your well-being and happiness in life. Intentions are simply thoughts that create vibrations throughout the Universe. Setting an intention assists with providing us with clear purpose and insight into aligning ourselves with our aspirations, dreams, and values. It also reminds us to live in the present moment rather than getting caught up in the past, future, or negative thought patterns. Think of intentions as magnets—They attract what will make them come true. Creating an intention starts by setting goals that align with your values, aspirations, and purpose.

An intention is a creative and powerful energy that has the potential to fulfill all of our needs in life such as money, relationships, spiritual awakening, or love. These are the starting points for every dream as everything that happens in the Universe begins with intention. For example, when you decide to buy a birthday present or call a friend, it all starts with your intention.

An intention is a directed impulse of consciousness that contains the seed form of that which you aim to create. Intentions are unable to grow if you hold on to them. It is only when you release your intentions into the fruitful depths of your consciousness that intentions are able to grow and flourish. There are several ways for harnessing the power of intention to be able to create what you truly desire.

Here are some helpful reminders:

• In today’s world, it is difficult to not allow your mind to get caught up in your thoughts, emotions, and memories of the past and future. Through the use of meditation, you will be able to get beyond your ego and into the silence and stillness of pure consciousness. This is where your intention setting process begins and where you will begin planting your seeds of intention.
• When in the meditative awareness, you can then state and release your intentions and desires. This is where your awareness remains centered and you can begin aligning with your true deepest desires. Simply state your intention and then let it go. Letting it go means to stop thinking about it from that point forward.
• Remember to stay focused and centered because an intention is more powerful when you come from a state of contentment rather than a sense of need or lack thereof. Do not allow yourself to surrender to the doubts or criticisms from others and remain centered. If it helps, keep your intentions to yourself as I have found this personally to be helpful in not allowing myself to surrender to the doubts and listen to the criticisms of others.
• At this point, surrender from your rigid attachment to the outcome because your attachment is based on fear and insecurity, which creates limitations within your intentions. Instead, detach from how your intention will unfold because that is based on questioning your belief in the power of your true self. Continue to intend that everything will work out for the Highest and Greatest Good. Remember, let it go and keep a lookout for the opportunities and openings to come your way as guiding points for the unfolding of your desires.
• Your focused intentions bring forth the infinite organizing power of the Universe into motion. Trust the Universe in organizing and carrying out your intention to completion. Allow the Universe to unfold your desires naturally rather than becoming obsessive through your ego in controlling how your intention will unfold. When we attempt to force the outcome of our intention, we can attract a less than desirable outcome. In the perfect timing and order, your intention will blossom and unfold in the Highest and Greatest Good.