Chapter 1: Understanding Closed Door Syndrome

When one door closes, another one opens. Yet, I often find myself fixated on the closed door, unaware of the new possibilities available to me.

As I embark on my journey of manifestation, it’s clear that I must let go of past baggage to create genuine, lasting change. I've spent considerable time training my mind to dwell on past experiences or fret about what’s to come, causing me to overlook the opportunities right in front of me. I've constructed narratives that have turned into self-fulfilling prophecies, such as:

• "People only wish to exploit me; hence, I should keep my distance."
• "Not worrying about the future signifies apathy."
• "The universe wants to teach me failure."
• "If I can’t attain my desires immediately, why even strive for them?"

It wasn’t until I began to delve deeper into this subject that I recognized these narratives as limiting beliefs. In essence, limiting beliefs are the negative thoughts and opinions we form about ourselves that hinder us from achieving the life we desire.

Acknowledging limiting beliefs reveals a hard truth: “Your circumstances are a reflection of your own mindset!” It’s frustrating and disheartening to realize that my current situation stems from my own actions. Accepting this can be challenging, especially when I feel justified in attributing blame to external factors.

Deep down, I recognize that I allow people to take advantage of me, that the future will unfold whether I worry or not, and that the universe will teach me lessons only when I am ready. While overnight success is unrealistic, incremental victories are achievable each day.

Procrastination, self-pity, and deflection have become the hallmarks of my daily life. And where has this led me? Precisely to a place I wish to escape.

It’s time to lay these beliefs to rest. I’m in the process of unraveling the limiting beliefs and narratives that have held me back, and I anticipate that more will surface as I progress. However, I also understand that my mind is my territory, and I can replace these negative thoughts with more empowering ones.

Incorporating practices like meditation, grounding, journaling, and gratitude into my daily routine has started to shift my mindset towards positivity and a higher vibration (which we will explore in detail later!). While the extent of this transformation remains to be seen, the support of my family has already begun to illuminate my self-worth.

The topic of self-worth warrants its own discussion, but for now, I remain hopeful that nurturing my self-worth will help me dismantle these limiting beliefs and open me up to the universe's positive offerings.

That closed door still has its influence over me, yet I can sense a breeze coming from the open door. Here’s to welcoming more opportunities ahead!

In the video "Closed Door = Open Door | Christian Stadil | TEDxKEA," the speaker shares insights on how closed opportunities can lead to new beginnings. This perspective encourages us to embrace change rather than resist it.

Chapter 2: Taking Action Towards Manifestation

The video "Close Before You Doze" provides practical tips on how to approach life's challenges with a proactive mindset. It serves as a reminder to prepare ourselves for new possibilities rather than dwell on what’s lost.