Manifest - 7 steps to living your best life

A Book That Found Me at the Right Time

December 2024—a phase in my life when I felt like a failure, unworthy being, trapped in a cycle of mere existence. Societal pressures were mounting, uncertainty loomed over every decision, and I found myself blaming others for my downfall. Self-loathing, self-sabotage, and doubts seemed endless.

A month before, in November, I had come across Manifest – 7 Steps to Living Your Best Life by Roxie Nafousi but chose instead to buy The Golden Road by William Dalrymple. As if by fate, Manifest found me again—this time through my uncle, who lent me his copy.

From the moment I picked up the book, I couldn’t put it down. It became my Bible, my therapy, and my closest companion in this lonely, uncertain journey.

More Than Just Manifestation – A Practical Guide to Self-Transformation

Even though I was familiar with manifestation, mindfulness, and meditation, this book filled the gaps in my understanding. It helped me recognize where I was lacking, how to overcome my fears, silence my self-criticism, and reframe my mindset. Nafousi’s simple, fluid language makes her message both accessible and engaging, making this book a must-read for anyone on a journey of self-improvement.

Her seven steps to living your best life transform manifestation from a passive wish into a proactive, dynamic process. Reading and applying her methods led me to deeper self-reflection, clarity in my vision, and a greater awareness of the barriers I had unknowingly built around myself. While breaking these limitations is an ongoing process without a fixed timeline, the book has given me the tools to start dismantling them.

It taught me to trust the universe again, embrace divine timing, and fully immerse myself in the present moment. Each chapter is filled with exercises that guide readers toward self-discovery and meaningful introspection.

The Last Page – A Message That Resonated Deeply

I strongly recommend reading the last page of the book first—it was what truly drew me in.

THE LAST PAGE

Throughout my life, I’ve been told: You can’t do this. You’re not fit for that. You won’t find balance. You must pursue a “real” career. These words became ingrained in me, shaping my self-doubt and reinforcing invisible barriers. But Nafousi challenges this mindset, reminding us that once we free ourselves from these limitations, our best self—lying dormant—can finally emerge.

As a child in school, I sang “Count your blessings, name them one by one.” But as I transitioned into adulthood, I forgot the essence of gratitude. Nafousi reintroduces this concept in a profound way—"Gratitude without caveats." She emphasizes appreciating life’s abundance without conditions, fostering a deeper sense of contentment.

While Manifest draws insights from various other books on manifestation and the law of attraction, this single book is enough. It consolidates wisdom into a practical guide, sparing readers the need to buy multiple books on the same subject.

Since reading it, I feel like the universe is guiding me, leaving signs along my path, and—most importantly—I’m learning to enjoy the journey. Whenever I feel lost or uncertain, I turn to this book for realignment.

For anyone seeking self-development, Manifest is not just a book—it’s a transformational experience.