The Law of Attraction Introduction
According to the Law of Attraction theory, thoughts have the power to create! What we think about and believe to be possible will eventually manifest in reality.
Whether it’s a positive or negative thought, you attract it to yourself.
In this article, I will summarize the ancient origin of the law, its description, and introduce some of the most prominent modern teachers.
Its Origins
The origins of the Law of Attraction trace back to human philosophies and religions. In modern times, its popularization is linked to the 19th-century New Thought movement.
Plato believed that the true reality is not the physical world, but the world of ideas and perfect forms. Humans can only access these forms once they free their minds from the shadows of the cave — that is, from the limiting effects of the physical and illusory world. The human soul plays a key role in shaping our reality and destiny. According to Plato, the purity and divine origin of the soul determine our happiness and growth.
At the core of Pythagoras’ philosophy was harmony and unity. While he didn’t explicitly discuss the Law of Attraction, his teachings on the order of the universe and the effects of our inner world foreshadow the principles of the law.
He believed that the universe’s fundamental order and harmony are based on mathematical principles. Everything has its own frequency, which is in tune with the cosmos. Numbers and geometric shapes are the fundamental building blocks of the world. The Law of Attraction suggests that our thoughts and emotions also carry vibrations and energy that impact our reality.
The first significant mention of the “Law of Attraction” appeared in the New York Times on April 6, 1879, in relation to the Colorado Gold Rush and the attraction of wealth.
In 1902, physicist and electrical engineer John Ambrose Fleming argued that every thought, no matter how small, has an attractive energy. As a result, the goal becomes more clearly defined and grows in strength until it materializes into reality.
According to Thomas Troward, every human event is preceded by a thought.
Napoleon Hill, in his famous book Think and Grow Rich (Hungarian translation: Gondolkodj és gazdagodj), was the first to introduce the concept that positive thinking helps achieve success. Although he did not explicitly mention the Law of Attraction, his work laid the foundation for modern LOA teachings.
The Law of Attraction gained mainstream attention in 2006 with the release of the movie The Secret and Rhonda Byrne’s book The Secret.
The Law of Attraction
Modern proponents of the Law of Attraction say that it is rooted in quantum physics. They claim that thoughts have an energy similar to magnetism that attracts similar energies.
The Law of Attraction states that like attracts like. If someone constantly focuses on positive thoughts, they will attract positive events and circumstances into their life. The same is true for negative thoughts: focusing on fears or worries can cause them to manifest into reality.
How to Use the Law of Attraction
You need to clearly know what you desire and ask the universe for it. The concept of the Universe is used broadly — it can be interpreted as Creator, God, or any other higher power.
Focus your emotions on the desired thing, and feel gratitude and excitement for it.
Act and feel as though the desired thing has already happened.
Be open and accept whatever comes to you.
If a person focuses on what they lack, they will attract even more lack into their life; this is the result of negative thoughts.
I will list the famous teachers and their books that explain this in more detail.
Scientific Evidence Supporting the Law of Attraction
Quantum Entanglement and Nonlocality
In quantum mechanics, there are phenomena suggesting that particles, once interacting with each other, can instantaneously affect each other’s state, no matter where they are in the universe. This is a mysterious and strange phenomenon that contradicts classical physics and even breaks the concepts of locality and time delay!
The most interesting thing is that when the state of one particle is altered, it will immediately affect the other particle, no matter the distance.
Einstein called this the “spooky action at a distance” because it contradicted the principle of locality in his theory of relativity, which states that information cannot travel faster than the speed of light.
Quantum entanglement may be similar to the Law of Attraction in that two distant things or thoughts are connected through a synthetic or energy field. However, the Law of Attraction is based on mental and emotional vibrations, not physical ones. While quantum physics studies the entanglements and interactions of the material world, the Law of Attraction focuses more on the effects of intentions, feelings, and thoughts.
According to quantum physics, particles and energies share characteristics such as superposition (the simultaneous presence of past and future) and nonlocality (independence from location).
If every particle or entity in the universe represents a “vibration” or energy with a certain frequency, the theory suggests that if we can resonate at a particular frequency, other things may resonate with our vibration, bringing them closer to us. This resembles the Law of Attraction, which asserts that we can harmonize our “energy” and “vibration” with what we wish to attract.
Scientific Opinion on the Law of Attraction
Scientists are critical due to the lack of testability and evidence. They also criticize the term “Law” and references to modern science, as while brainwaves do exist and emit electrical signals, quantum physics doesn’t operate in the way proponents of the Law of Attraction suggest. Supporters of the Law argue that it isn’t meant to be understood scientifically, but is more akin to the law of karma.
Many in the scientific community study this phenomenon from a psychological and neurobiological perspective, rather than focusing on spiritual or metaphysical effects. Most scientists claim there is no scientific basis to suggest that thoughts directly shape reality.
They believe that placebo effects and psychological factors, such as positive thinking, influence events, but not in a magical sense.
Neuroplasticity and the Mind’s Effect on Behavior
Our brain can adapt and form new connections based on experiences. Positive thinking, acquiring new skills, and taking targeted action can contribute to shaping a different reality. However, this is determined by actions, not the attraction of the universe.
Teachers and Authors of the Law of Attraction
A common feature among teachers is the emphasis on positive thinking, the power of intentions, and the role of energy and vibrations in shaping our reality. These authors and teachers have not only written books but also held lectures that have transformed the lives of countless people worldwide.
- Esther and Jerry Hicks
One of the most influential couples in promoting the Law of Attraction. Esther Hicks channels the “Abraham” entities, who are believed to have divine knowledge of universal laws and truths.
An essential element for them is emotion. They claim that when we feel good, things flow more easily into our lives, whereas negative emotions block attraction.
They often speak of the Source, which for them is the Supreme Source Consciousness, Divine Power, Inner Self, or simply Universal Energy. The message centers around the connection between the Source and human consciousness, and it plays an important role in the context of the Law of Attraction.
Books:
- Ask and It Is Given!
- Ask and It Is Given 2 – The Astonishing Power of Conscious Intention
- The Law of Attraction
- The Law of Abundance
- Entering the Vortex of Attraction
- The Law of Relationships
- Rhonda Byrne
Rhonda Byrne is another prominent promoter of the Law of Attraction, gaining worldwide fame with her book The Secret. The book has sold over 30 million copies, and a film was made based on it. Her work focuses on how to apply the Law of Attraction in daily life to achieve desired goals, whether related to money, relationships, or career.
Books:
- The Secret
- The Power
- The Magic
- Joe Vitale
A popular author who gained fame by teaching the Law of Attraction. He often deals with personal development, internal changes, and the impact of the Law of Attraction on our lives.
Books:
- The Power
- The Secret and More
- Bob Proctor
Primarily focused on financial success and personal development, Proctor teaches how to achieve wealth and success through conscious thinking.
Books:
- You Were Born Rich
- The ABCs of Success
- Neville Goddard
Goddard emphasized the power of the law of attraction, visualization, and mental creation.
Books:
- Feel the Secret
- The Power of the Mind
- Awakened Imagination
Motivational Speakers and Teachers
- Brian Tracy – Focuses on goal-setting and time management, similar to Bob Proctor’s philosophy.
- Joe Dispenza – Combines neuroscience and personal development, emphasizing how consciousness can change both our body and life.
The Bible, Christianity, and the Law of Attraction
While there are differences between the Law of Attraction and biblical teachings, both systems emphasize the power of belief, positive thinking, words, and actions. However, for Christians, the application of thought and word power must always align with God’s will and guidance. Thus, while the two systems are similar, for Christians, faith and divine guidance remain foundational.
Summary
Positive thoughts, feelings of gratitude, and love can attract positive events, people, and opportunities into our lives.
“Anyone can be anything, do anything, and have anything.” — Esther Hicks
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The information was primarily gathered from reading books, as well as from Wikipedia and the Artificial Intelligence ChatGPT (OpenAI), which helped in providing responses to compile this summary article!
