One of the foundational principles of manifestation is scripting, and it’s a step a lot of people get wrong, or at least only half right.
Scripting is like giving yourself a detailed roadmap to whatever you want. Scripting, the right way, helps you clarify your vision, align your actions with your goals, and attract what you want in life.
Many successful people attribute their success to the practice of scripting. Jim Carrey, the famous actor, wrote himself a check for 10 million for “acting services rendered” and dated it for Thanksgiving 1995. By 1994, he had earned that much for his role in “Dumb and Dumber.” Oprah Winfrey has even spoken about how visualization and scripting played a huge role in her success.
So what are they doing that most people aren’t?
To script effectively, you need to follow a few key principles.
Visualize Clearly
Be detailed in the descriptions of your goals. This includes how you feel, who you’re with, and what you’re doing. The more clearly you can script your typical day, the more tangible the goal will be. For example, if your goal is to start a business, describe your day-to-day activities. Imagine the satisfaction you get from helping clients and the financial reward it will bring to you.
Use Present Tense
Word your scripts in the present tense. For example, “I am enjoying the success and stability of my business,” instead of “I will enjoy having a successful business.” Scripting leverages the psychological principle known as the “self-fulfilling prophecy,” where your expectations influence your behaviors and outcomes. The writing in the present tense engages both the logical left hemisphere and the imaginative right hemisphere of the brain, creating a powerful synergy that will help you get closer to your goals.
Engage Your Emotions
Be Consistent
Here is where most people fall off, but if you get this right, it will increase your chances of manifesting what you want. You have to make scripting a regular practice. Weekly, or preferably daily, scripting will keep your goals at the forefront of your mind and reinforce your commitment. According to Dr. Gail Matthews, a psychology professor at the Dominican University in California, people who regularly write down their goals are 42% more likely to achieve them.
Believe and Act
Trust in the process and take inspired actions towards your goals. Scripting isn’t just about writing down your goals but also about aligning your actions with your vision for the future. Studies have shown that visualizing success can improve performance by enhancing motivation and reducing anxiety.
Action Step
1- Set Aside Time:
Choose a consistent time and place for the rest of the week that you’ll dedicate to your scripting practice. Make it a comfortable, safe space without distractions.
2- Write in Detail:
Choose one aspect of your life that you want to focus your energy on. Write out what a typical day for you will look like once you’ve reached your goal. Remember to write in the present tense and use only positive language. Write what you do want, not what you don’t want.
3- Review Regularly:
Don’t just write your script and tuck it away in a notebook somewhere to be forgotten. Carry it with you if it helps, or record your script as an audio file on your phone. Reviewing regularly not only keeps your goals top of mind but will also allow you to adjust and adapt your plans as your goal evolves.
As an alternative to long-form scripting, you can try the popular 55X5 method where you write a specific goal or affirmation 55 times each for five consecutive days. This helps to reinforce your goals and intentions in a focused, repetitive way, making it easier to align your mindset and actions with your goals.
What’s important to remember about scripting is it’s not a set-it-and-forget-it thing. It takes consistency, not just in writing what you want to see in your life, but also in reminding yourself of it over and over again until your mind believes it has already happened for you.
Approach your scripting this week with confidence and enthusiasm. Remove any doubt that it will work for you. Trust in the process and believe in your ability to manifest your dreams.
Your script bridges where you are now to where you’re heading. Enjoy the process so you can enjoy the rewards. It’s going to happen for you!
