Nicole Bensen

Manifestation

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At 16, I was absolutely obsessed with Starship Troopers. Okay, so specifically, I was obsessed with the actor, Casper Van Dien, who played the main character. There was no one who could convince me he wasn’t the “hottest guy ever.” (Or at least in the top three—Chris O’Donnell and Chipper Jones rounded out my list.) Fast forward to […]

Controversial take: Whether you believe in manifestation or not…you’re already doing it. Before you roll your eyes, hear me out. Your current reality—the job, the relationships, the stress, the joy—is a reflection of the thoughts, feelings, and ideas you’ve absorbed, reinforced, and now carry with you. I don’t mean everything that’s ever happened to you […]

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Did you hear that Cambridge Dictionary just named “Manifest” their Word of the Year?

Why? Because millions of people are excited, or at least curious about, the powerful idea of turning dreams into reality.

But here’s the thing: manifesting isn’t magic—it’s backed by science.

This trip feels like a dream—and not just because of the soft sand beaches and clear, aqua water. It’s a beautiful reminder that life can surprise you with better-than-imagined outcomes when you’re open to possibilities.

Have you ever thought about why we say things like “cross your fingers” or “touch/knock on wood”? Or why people wear the same outfit every time they fly, or don’t wash a jersey 🤢 when their team’s in a winning streak?