The Power of Clarity: Turning Hidden Opportunities into Reality
Gain clarity, create opportunities, and balance work-life success.
"I was able to lean in, relax, and be present." Marion's face lit up as she shared her win during our latest Supercharged Turbo Think Tank session. She had finally managed to set aside work and truly enjoy the holiday with her family. When I asked how she achieved this, she explained, "It was top of mind. Because it was top of mind, I made it possible. I saw the opportunity. I joined the kids and played video games with them, and I enjoyed it."
Her smile grew even wider as she realized the connection: "Because we had talked about it in our last session! I now know that I really need to disconnect and walk away from the home office. It helps me recenter and recharge. I realize that I'm much more productive when I do get back to work, and I even look forward to it."
"It's almost like you manifested this great family time," I replied.
"It was really always there for the taking," she reflected, "but I never saw it, so I didn't take it. Now I can see it."
Marion's story perfectly illustrates how manifestation works - not as some mystical force, but as a practical tool for creating change. Through our coaching lens, manifestation starts with gaining clarity about what truly supports us and why. When we understand our genuine needs and desires, we begin to spot opportunities that were always there, waiting to be noticed.
This understanding led me to the GEM practice - a daily ritual that combines Gratitude, Excitement, and Manifestation. It takes traditional gratitude practices several steps further: We start by listing three things we're grateful for right now. Then we note three things we're excited about - what's already planned or coming up. Finally, we list three things we're manifesting - our deeper desires and hopes. But here's the key: we also explore the root of those desires. If we want a promotion, are we seeking recognition, financial security, respect, or perhaps just an office with better lighting?
Consider Amelia's story. As a design professional, she initially thought she wanted a Design Director position. When passed over for promotion, rather than dwelling in disappointment, she used our sessions to explore what she truly desired. Through careful reflection, she realized her passion lay in strategic communication and cross-departmental collaboration - not the full scope of director duties. Her colleagues already valued these skills, frequently inviting her to meetings outside her department.
Armed with this clarity, Amelia approached her boss to discuss her ideal role. The result? A new position created specifically for her strengths, complete with a title upgrade and salary increase. Her story shows how understanding our true desires - rather than pursuing conventional paths - can lead to unexpected but more fulfilling opportunities.
Over time, items on our manifestation list naturally move up to the excited list, and then to the gratitude list. Is it magic? No - it's the power of clarity and conviction giving us the confidence to make things happen. Once we can name what we truly need, we develop the ability to spot it and seize it.
I invite you to try this experiment yourself. Start your GEM practice today and watch as your manifestations transform into excitement, and finally, into gratitude. The opportunities are already there - you just need the clarity to see them.
Key Takeaways:
- Start with gratitude for what you have
- Build excitement for what's coming
- Gain clarity on what you truly desire
- Watch as conscious awareness creates opportunities
- Trust the process as items move up your GEM lists