We’ve all been there — wanting something so badly, picturing it, doing the affirmations… and still wondering why it isn’t showing up.
It’s not that you’re doing it wrong. The truth is, most of the time, we don’t even realize we’re the ones getting in our own way.
Manifestation isn’t about forcing or controlling. It’s about aligning your mind, your energy, and your actions so that you can actually receive what you desire.
Let’s break down exactly how to remove the resistance that’s slowing you down — without stress or self-blame.
A Quick Reality Check About Resistance
Before we dive into steps, let’s clear something up.
It’s normal to have resistance sometimes. It doesn’t mean you’re bad at manifesting, or that your dreams aren’t meant for you.
Resistance usually comes from old fears, doubts, or beliefs you picked up without realizing. And that’s okay.
Your job isn’t to get rid of every single fear. It’s to notice what’s holding you back, work through it gently, and keep moving forward anyway.
When you understand that resistance is part of the journey — not a failure — it becomes so much easier to handle.
1️⃣ Notice Where You’re Tensing Up
The first step? Pay attention to the moments where your energy shifts.
Maybe you feel excited about a goal — and then suddenly anxious about how it could go wrong.
Maybe thinking about your dream brings more worry than joy.
Those are signs of resistance. Your mind is trying to protect you in its own (sometimes unhelpful) way.
Start gently observing these moments. No judgment. Just curiosity.
That awareness alone can start to loosen the grip of resistance.
2️⃣ Get Honest About What You’re Afraid Of
Underneath resistance, there’s often fear. And naming it is powerful.
What’s the worst thing you’re afraid could happen if you actually got what you wanted?
Would people judge you? Would it change your life in ways that feel scary?
Write it down. Say it out loud. Bring it into the light.
When fear stays hidden, it controls you. When you name it, you take back your power.
You’ll probably notice that many of your fears aren’t as true or big as they felt in your head.
3️⃣ Release the Need to Control the How
One of the biggest ways we block our manifestations? Trying to micromanage every step.
It’s great to have a vision. But when you cling tightly to how it must happen, you limit what’s possible.
Focus on what you want — not the exact path it should take.
When you loosen your grip, you make space for magic to happen in ways you couldn’t have planned.
Trust that your job is the what and the why. Let the universe figure out the how.
4️⃣ Focus on What’s Already Working
Doubt feeds resistance. Gratitude dissolves it.
Every day, take a moment to notice what’s going right.
It doesn’t have to be huge. Maybe you got a kind message. Maybe the sun came out after days of rain.
When you remind yourself that good things already flow to you, you shift into receiving mode.
And that shift? It opens the door for bigger things to come through.
5️⃣ Take Tiny Aligned Actions
Manifestation isn’t just about mindset — it’s about motion.
What’s one small thing you can do today that moves you toward your desire?
Apply for that job. Send that message. Clear that space.
You don’t have to do it all at once. But when you act as if your dream is on its way, you align your energy with receiving it.
Those little actions add up faster than you think.
6️⃣ Let Yourself Feel the Doubt — Then Keep Going
Here’s a secret: You don’t have to wait to feel 100% confident to manifest.
You can feel a little nervous. A little unsure. That’s human.
What matters is that you don’t let those feelings stop you.
Notice them. Breathe through them. And take the next small step anyway.
Over time, action builds belief.
7️⃣ Clear Out What No Longer Serves You
Sometimes resistance comes from hanging onto things that no longer match who you’re becoming.
Old habits. Old environments. Even old relationships.
You don’t have to make huge dramatic changes overnight.
But notice where your space, time, or energy is being drained — and gently start letting go.
Every bit of clearing makes more room for what you want to come in.
8️⃣ Practice Saying “I’m Ready”
Your words shape your energy.
Start saying — out loud, in your journal, in your mind — I am ready to receive.
It can feel strange at first. That’s okay.
The more you say it, the more you start to believe it.
And the more you believe it, the more your actions and energy align with it.
9️⃣ Remember: It’s Not About Being Perfect
Manifestation doesn’t require you to have perfect thoughts 24/7.
You don’t have to be some endlessly positive person who never doubts or fears.
You just need to stay connected to your vision and keep showing up for it, even imperfectly.
Self-compassion will get you a lot further than self-criticism ever will.
So be gentle with yourself. That’s part of the magic too.
🔟 Celebrate Every Sign of Progress
Don’t wait for the “big” manifestation to celebrate.
Every time you shift your mindset, take a step, or let go of an old block — that’s a win.
And celebrating those wins reinforces that you are moving forward.
It keeps your energy high and your belief strong.
Progress is progress, no matter how small.
🌿 Final Thought:
You’re not failing at manifesting. You’re learning, growing, and creating space for what you want.
Resistance isn’t the enemy — it’s a signal that you’re on the path. And you’re doing better than you think.