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Dreaming Big, Neuroscience & Success!
Our thoughts can create the most beautiful inspiring experiences in the world and conversely, they can take us into the territory of anxiety, stress, and depression. To build on last month’s article ‘Your Great Work.’ This month we will be upgrading our conscious for more success in our life.
I just love the marriage of Science and Soul being at the frontier of our current ‘Consciousness’ evolution, which is awakening creative potential for us individually and collectively. Quantum Physics tells us that everything is energy which vibrates at different frequencies, and our thoughts are cosmic waves filled with potent energy. We are all one energy, and we are all part of and connected by the cosmic ‘field’ of energy.
Our thoughts matter because we are part of a universal consciousness. By thinking and feeling, we are sending out cosmic signals which contribute to creating our individual and collective consciousness. One could say the science of success boils down to beliefs! Yes, successful people share key traits like practicing mindfulness and gratitude or developing emotional intelligence and having a clear vision.
While doing all the above definitely plays a role in rewiring the brain for a growth mindset, neuroscientists would tell you that the real secret to success comes down to science, and how you can condition your brain for success. Part of our brain called the ‘reticular activating system’(RAS) is a bit like google, it mostly only lets the messages through that are important to our search. This brain is processing billions of pieces of information, so this is good to know.
Once we get past the science lingo, we can lean into our own operating system using the power of our focus to change our life. When a message gets past our RAS filter it enters the cerebrum and is then converted into conscious thoughts and feelings. Placing our attention on an outcome, is like using keywords on a google search, homing in on our intention to get the desired results.

Repetition imprints neuropathways in the subconscious mind, just like taking the same route across a field day in and day out creates a visible path, you will be creating pathways for more success in your life. Whatever number one thoughts we are conscious of, the more our subconscious mind will work to reach them. That is why daily practices, repetition and embodying the joyful sensations of having achieved our goals is vital to our transformation.
Powering Presence to generate successful thoughts, feelings and actions activates alpha (deep relaxation) theta (meditation) and gamma (insight) brain waves, just like in hypnosis. This in turn signals neurotransmitters like dopamine associated with a hit of success and serotonin associated with feelings of well-being to turn on in the body. What is psychological is biological and these chemicals both strengthen our motivation toward our given goal. Each time we visualise and feel elevated emotions, the law of attractions also steps in and starts magnetizing our creations to us.
“The only way we can change our lives is to change our energy — to change the electromagnetic field we are constantly broadcasting. In other words, to change our state of being, we have to change how we think and how we feel.” — Dr. Joe Dispenza.
Let’s Power Presence andtap into your miraculous potential to transform the energy within you, and experience a profound sense of clarity about how best to change your life.
Power Presence to Dream Big.

Place your hand on your heart. Slow down your breathing, try counting for five on the in and the out breath. Now sense the expanded energy of your entire being, moving to the edges of your body and beyond to the room you are in. Now let your awareness expand further feeling connected to the earth and the cosmos in universal love. Connecting to the universal field of infinite possibilities which connects us all. Breathe in this divine power like waves of diamond light for a couple of minutes. Now from this elevated feeling and thinking state contemplate what Dreaming Big feels like for you. Be receptive, allow yourself to be receive insight as beautiful waves of love wash over your entire being.
If you could really make a difference in the world, what would you shoot for? How would you dream big? What would be your Great Work? To get clear ask yourself ‘Who do I think I want to be? What would my great work look like?’
Write down everything that comes to mind. Ignore doubts and let yourself to be ambitious, entrepreneurial, and true to your heart. Include what makes you happy. Don’t underestimate yourself. You are a seed of pure potential – ready to grow into the loveliest and most successful version of yourself.
Really take responsibility for yourself. Dedicate yourself to breaking free from old patterns that limit you. Let go of everything that stops you being as wonderful as you can be.
Lastly, take a few minutes to imagine what you would be doing more of, if you were living your most successful life.
“Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.”
― Les Brown
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