If you've read any of my books, you know that achieving your goals becomes much easier when you “see” what you want as if it has already happened, “feel” it as though it is already true, and then take action until it becomes reality. Right?

But what if you've done all that—and it still didn’t work?

Let me offer some insight to help you reach your goal.

For small things—like getting the perfect parking spot or finding a lost roll of packaging tape—simply visualizing success and feeling the gratitude in advance is often enough. The goal comes to fruition with little effort. Through these small wins, I’ve strengthened my faith in the principles of prosperity.

But when it comes to something bigger, something truly meaningful, sustaining that faith can be much harder. A half-hearted attempt won’t cut it. It makes sense—the greater the goal, the more focus and determination it requires.

Significant goals, the ones that positively impact your life and the world, often come with greater opposition. I don’t recall much resistance when I was looking for packaging tape, but when I was trying to start a seminar business? That was a different story.

I’m not saying this to discourage you. Set those big goals anyway—they’re worth it! I just want you to be fully prepared so you can approach them in a way that leads to success. And there’s one crucial element that made all the difference for me—something not mentioned in The Jackrabbit Factor.

When my vision is vague, it can take time—days, weeks, even years—to refine the details. And when the details are unclear, it’s difficult to "feel" success as if it’s already achieved. Sometimes, I simply don’t know what those details should be, and that’s okay. I write down what I do know and think on it often. As the pieces become second nature, I gradually add more clarity. Eventually, envisioning the goal as fully accomplished becomes easier.

But sometimes, "feeling it done" wasn’t enough. What I really needed was a different kind of feeling—one I didn’t create myself.

Let me explain.

It became increasingly important to me to know that what I was asking for aligned with God’s will.

Intellectually, I could analyze whether a goal seemed wise, but before I could fully commit my heart to it, I needed to know how He felt about it. At some point in every pursuit, I’ve found myself needing that confirmation.

I used to chase after anything I wanted—boldly and fearlessly—until I achieved some things I later regretted. Let me tell you, experiences like that will humble you. And that’s a good thing.

So now, when I seek guidance, I take time to truly connect with my Heavenly Father. I don’t picture Him as something abstract—I imagine Him as a loving, glorious Father figure. I visualize myself returning home after a long, difficult journey, feeling His presence. I express my gratitude and truly feel it.

Then, I picture myself living the success I desire, just as I’ve been practicing all along. I ask if I have His approval. I live the success in my mind.

And then—I pay attention.

The first feelings that come—those initial impressions, too quick to fabricate—are the ones that matter. If I feel peace or love, that’s my confirmation. It tells me that He wants this for me too, and that it’s truly on its way—if I continue to believe and act.

But if I feel confusion or unease, I reframe my question: “Would it be better to pursue something else instead?” And again, I watch for that immediate, instinctive response.

These impressions are subtle and fleeting. As humans, we tend to overanalyze and second-guess, clouding the answer. But when I trust that first feeling, it leads me in the right direction.

Sometimes, it’s a simple word or phrase that comes to mind—like be still. Once, I just sensed a smile. It was unexpected, which made it feel even more real.

These verses from Moroni 7 reinforce my trust in this process:

12 Wherefore, all things which are good cometh of God; and that which is evil cometh of the devil; for the devil is an enemy unto God, and fighteth against him continually, and inviteth and enticeth to sin, and to do that which is evil continually.

13 But behold, that which is of God inviteth and enticeth to do good continually; wherefore, every thing which inviteth and enticeth to do good, and to love God, and to serve him, is inspired of God.

14 Wherefore, take heed, my beloved brethren, that ye do not judge that which is evil to be of God, or that which is good and of God to be of the devil.

With this in mind, when you receive feelings of peace and love in response to a worthy goal, trust them. They can be trusted.

So when I say you need to "see" the goal and "feel it," remember—feeling it may also mean receiving a confirmation from God. Once you know that He is on your side, that He desires this for you as much as (if not more than) you desire it for yourself, your confidence will be unshakable. Keep that confirmation in your heart, and you’ll be unstoppable.

Know this—God lives, and He loves you beyond comprehension. He is your true Father, and He is waiting for you to invite Him into your journey. He wants to be involved in your life, guiding you toward all that you need for your complete mental, physical, and spiritual growth. If you feel this is true, trust that feeling. Don’t second-guess it anymore.

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