You’ve probably heard it before: “Just think positive and good things will happen.” Maybe you even gave it a shot. You focused on your goals, stayed hopeful, created a vision board, and told yourself that things were getting better. But deep down, nothing really changed. Life didn’t move. The same problems kept resurfacing, and you began to feel like all that “positive thinking” was just empty air.
Here’s the truth: the Law of Attraction is only scratching the surface. So now…
The Law of Assumption Enters
This principle, taught by Neville Goddard (whom I hope you are familiar with), extends far beyond wishful thinking or “asking the universe” for what you want. It says something bold, for many, almost unbelievable:
Your assumptions—not your hopes, not your efforts, not even your thoughts—are what shape your reality.
Let that sink in for a moment. The things you take for granted as true—about yourself, your life, and the world—are actually the cause of what shows up around you. Not in a vague or metaphorical sense. Neville meant this literally.
You’re not waiting for life to hand you what you want. You’re already creating it through what you accept as fact in your inner world.
The Law of Assumption teaches that imagination is not fantasy—it’s creation. What you feel to be real, especially in those quiet moments before sleep or when you’re lost in thought, becomes your physical experience.
This idea is radical. It removes the middleman. It doesn’t require luck, rituals, or perfect timing. And it gives the power back to you, where it’s always been.
But there’s a catch: to use it consciously, you have to stop reacting to the world as it is. You must start living from the world as you want it to be. That’s where most people struggle. They see problems, and they try to fix them with effort. Neville showed us a different way: assume the change first, then watch as life reconfigures to match your inner state.
In this post, I’ll break down the Law of Assumption and show how you can use it, starting today, to shift your reality completely.
And you won’t need to convince anyone else, wait for signs, or cross your fingers. You only need one thing: the willingness to believe in your own power—and to assume boldly.
Let’s begin.
What Is the Law of Assumption?
Let’s get straight to the point.
The Law of Assumption is the idea that whatever you assume to be true about yourself, your life, or the world will eventually show up as your reality.
This isn’t just wishful thinking or hoping something works out, but a deep inside feeling that your assumption is already real, even if you can’t see it yet.
Assumption = Creation
Neville Goddard, who taught this idea in the mid-20th century, explained it like this:
Assume the feeling of the wish fulfilled, and let that assumption guide your world.
What does that mean in simple terms?
If you want to be wealthy, don’t just wish for more money. Assume you already are someone who lives in abundance. Feel what it’s like to be financially free. Let that feeling settle inside you as truth.
If you want love, assume you’re already deeply loved and wanted. Feel what it’s like to be in that relationship—right now, not someday.
This assumption becomes the seed.
And just like planting a seed in soil, it doesn’t matter that you can’t see the roots growing right away. If you stay faithful to it, your outer world will start changing to match your inner state.
Assumption vs. Desire
Here’s where most people get stuck: they desire something, but they don’t assume it’s already theirs.
Think about the difference:
- Desire says, “I really want this.”
- Assumption says, “This is already mine.”
The Law of Assumption works when you stop living in the wanting and start living in the having, even before anything seems to happen. That shift in mindset is everything.
A Creative Power Hidden in Plain Sight
Neville believed that your imagination is not just a tool—it’s an almighty divine force.
In his teachings, imagination is God, creating reality through you. Whatever you accept and feel as true in your inner world is what gets expressed in the outer world.
He wasn’t teaching magic tricks. He was explaining the structure of reality.
You don’t need permission. Don’t need perfect conditions. Don’t need to wait.
You just need to assume.
How Assumptions Quietly Shape Your Entire Life
You might not realize it, but the Law of Assumption is already running your life.
Every belief you hold, every “fact” you think is just the way it is—those are assumptions. And they’re not neutral.
They’re shaping everything.
You’re Already Assuming Something—Right Now
Let’s say you believe:
- “Money is hard to earn.”
- “People can’t be trusted.”
- “Good things don’t last.”
Those are assumptions.
You may have picked them up from your parents, school, or life experiences. But here’s the key: life keeps reflecting them back to you, as if they’re true, because you keep assuming they are.
Now, imagine shifting those assumptions to:
- “Money comes to me in expected and unexpected ways.”
- “I’m surrounded by people who respect and support me.”
- “My life is full of lasting joy.”
Even if those statements don’t feel true right away, holding onto them persistently and emotionally starts to rewire your reality.
You’ll begin to notice different results. Not because you’re lucky, but because you’ve changed the blueprint that your world is working from.
It’s Not Logic—It’s Experience
People often ask, “But how will this work? Where will the money come from? Who will fall in love with me? What if nothing happens?”
Those are the wrong questions.
The Law of Assumption doesn’t rely on logic or how. It doesn’t care what’s “realistic.”
It only responds to what you accept as true in your imagination.
Neville often said that imagination creates reality, not the other way around.
If you can fully imagine something and feel it as real, your outer world will find a way to catch up.
Not by chance. Not by effort alone.
But because reality mirrors your inner assumptions like a reflection in glass.
How to Use the Law of Assumption Consciously
We now know that the Law of Assumption already shapes your life, so let’s talk about how to actually use it.
This is where it gets exciting.
Step 1: Decide What You Want—Clearly
You can’t assume something new if you’re not sure what it is. So the first step is simple:
Be clear about your desire.
Do you want a new job? A peaceful relationship? More money? Better health?
Get specific. Don’t just say, “I want more.” Say, “I have a remote job that pays me $5,000 a month, and I love it.”
Don’t leave it vague. Your imagination works best when the picture is vivid and clear.
Step 2: Create the Assumption in Your Mind
Once you know what you want, assume it’s already yours.
Close your eyes and imagine a scene that would happen after your wish has come true.
For example:
- If you want to be in a happy relationship, imagine your partner hugging you and saying, “I’m so lucky to be with you.”
- If you want to move into a new home, imagine sitting on the couch in your new living room, smiling.
Make it feel real. Don’t just watch it like a movie—step into it. Feel it with your senses. Hear the sounds, see the details, and most of all, feel the emotions you’d have if it were real right now.
This imagined scene becomes your inner reality. And if you hold it long enough—especially when you’re relaxed or falling asleep—your outer reality will begin to shift.
Step 3: Persist in the Assumption
This is where most people give up too soon.
If the outer world doesn’t change right away, they stop assuming. But the Law of Assumption works through persistence, not effort.
You don’t have to make anything happen.
You simply return to the assumption over and over, until it becomes natural to you.
When doubts come up (and they will), gently replace them with your desired state. You don’t have to fight your thoughts. Just choose again.
Say to yourself:
“It’s already done. I don’t chase, I assume.”
This isn’t lying to yourself. It’s claiming the truth of your deeper self—and letting life adjust around it.
Common Mistakes That Block Your Manifestations
Most people fail with the Law of Assumption not because it doesn’t work, but because they misuse it without realizing.
Let me clear up some of the most common mistakes for you.
Mistake #1: Mixing Assumption with Doubt
You assume your wish is true at night… but the next morning, you check your bank account or your messages, and the doubt creeps in:
“See? Nothing’s changed.”
This back-and-forth blocks results.
Your outer world is a reflection of your inner world. If you keep switching assumptions, your life won’t know what to reflect. So, choose your assumption—and stick to it, even if the outside world says otherwise.
Think of it like tuning a radio. If you keep changing stations, you’ll never hear the whole song.
Mistake #2: Waiting Instead of Living
Some people treat assumptions like a request to the universe. They imagine once, then sit back and wait.
But this technique only works when you live from the end, not just think about it.
Don’t ask, “When will it come?”
Ask, “How would I think, feel, and act if it were already mine?”
Then start doing that. Carry the inner feeling of “already done” with you. That’s what causes the shift.
Mistake #3: Confusing Effort with Belief
This might surprise you: the Law of Assumption isn’t about hard work.
You don’t have to force your way into a new reality. You just have to assume you already live in it. From there, action flows naturally.
You’ll feel nudged to do the right things at the right time, without strain.
Neville Goddard put it like this:
It is not what you want that you attract; you attract what you believe to be true.
So, focus not on effort, but on believing your new story. Let that inner belief shape the rest.
The Deeper Meaning of the Law of Assumption
At first, it might seem like this is all about getting stuff—more money, love, success. And yes, the Law of Assumption can absolutely help you manifest those things. But Neville Goddard’s teachings went much deeper than material results.
You Are the Creator of Your World
Neville taught that your imagination is not just something you use—it is who you truly are.
He believed that every human being is an extension of God and that the creative power of the universe lives inside your mind.
When you assume something, you aren’t making a wish. You are creating a fact, just like a painter chooses what to place on a blank canvas.
You’re not small. You’re not helpless. You are the operant power. That means nothing in your world changes until you change the story you’re living from.
Don’t Escape Reality—Rewrite It!
Some people think these teachings are about denial or fantasy. That’s not true.
It’s not about pretending your problems don’t exist. It’s about choosing a new reality that feels truer than the old one and stepping into it with confidence.
When you use the Law of Assumption, you’re not running away from life.
You’re stepping up as the author of it.
You need only your inner knowing and the willingness to believe in it.
A Simple Daily Practice to Begin Today
By now, you understand what the Law of Assumption is, how it works, and what can happen when you use it with clarity and persistence. But none of that means much unless you live it.
So here’s a simple daily practice you can start using right now to apply the Law of Assumption in your life, without stress or overthinking.
Step 1: Choose One Desire
Don’t try to change everything at once. Pick one thing that you truly want.
It could be something small, like receiving a compliment, or something bigger, like finding a new apartment. Just make sure it’s something you actually care about, not what you think you “should” want.
Write it down in the present tense, as if it’s already yours. For example:
“I have a calm, happy relationship.”
“I’m earning $5,000 a month doing what I love.”
“I feel completely safe and supported.”
This is your chosen assumption.
Step 2: Create a Scene That Confirms It’s True
Now imagine a short, simple scene that would happen if your wish were already fulfilled.
Make it specific. Make it real. Use your senses.
It could be:
- A friend congratulating you
- A message on your phone
- You looking in the mirror and smiling with relief and joy
Replay this scene in your mind—especially when you’re falling asleep. That’s when your subconscious mind is most open and impressionable. This is where real change begins.
Neville called this the State Akin to Sleep—and it’s the sweet spot where imagination becomes reality.
Step 3: Stay in the Assumption During the Day
You don’t have to imagine 24/7. But throughout your day, gently return to the feeling that your desire is already true.
If doubt shows up, that’s okay. Don’t fight it. Just remind yourself:
“This is already mine. I don’t need to see proof yet. I live from the end.”
Let the feeling of done become familiar. Make it your new normal.
Step 4: Watch What Happens—Without Obsessing
This part matters: don’t try to “make” anything happen. Your job isn’t to force the outcome. Your job is to hold the assumption.
Life will respond in ways you don’t expect. Sometimes it happens fast. Sometimes it takes a bit. However, if you persist, it will eventually manifest because your inner world creates the outer one.
You Were Always Creating—Now You’re Doing It on Purpose
The Law of Assumption isn’t a trick. It’s a truth that’s been working behind the scenes your entire life. Now that you know how it works, you can use it to build the life you want—deliberately.
Your desires are not random. They’re messages from your deeper self, showing you what’s possible when you align your imagination with belief.
So don’t wait.
Pick one desire.
Create the scene.
Assume it’s yours—and don’t look back.
Remember who you really are – the one who creates reality.
And that’s where everything begins.
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