How can I get what I want?

How do I manifest what I want?  How can I get the things I want?
How can I live my life to the fullest?

These are some of the questions I used to always ask myself.  I used to always wonder how some people were able to get the things they wanted and I was still stuck in the same bs.  I used to be the one looking at people's posts on Facebook and Twitter on how awesome their lives were going and wonder why my life wasn't going in the direction I wanted it to go in.  Well one day I got fed up.  I got so fed up I decided to make a huge, drastic change.  I packed my bags (3 to be exact) and moved from NYC to San Diego in December of 2012.  I didn't know what I was doing, how I was going to do it, or even really why I was going; I just felt I needed to do it, and so I did.

It started out simply with an idea; I want to move to San Diego.  I had visited a few times before and loved it (and of course the fact that Comic-Con is here is a HUGE plus).  When I had made the decision to move (at the point where I was fed up with the way my life was going) I was unemployed and was surviving on about $1 a day...it was bad to say the least but I will spare you the details.  I had this bright, shiny goal to move to San Diego but absolutely no idea HOW I was going to get there.

Thankfully the Universe felt my strong desire to go.  I did my part in noticing the signs, and kept my mind and heart open to all opportunities that presented themselves to me.  I credit a large part of my change/transformation to 2 amazing, powerful, wise (and the list goes on and on) women.  These ladies were the 'signs' and 'opportunities' I needed to be able to be guided in the right direction, to manifest my goal(s).

The first is Laura Yamin, who I know personally, and was one of the people to see the power I had inside (a power I didn't even know I possessed).  Laura has dedicated a large part of her life to battling personal demons and addictions, and she shares her story on her Joyful Shimmy blog.  She shares how she was able to break down barriers, the resources and tools she used, and then applying her knowledge to teach her audience how to lead a more fruitful life.  Her blog (and business) is especially useful for entrepreneurs and overall anyone wanting to make a change.  I worked with Laura for a long time and she always gave me a fresh perspective.  One of the biggest lessons I learned from her is that IT'S OK.  It's OK if I fuck up once in a while; I am allowed to!  The world will not come crashing down...RELAX!

Through Laura I came across Erin Stutland.  Erin was a valuable resource used by Laura to set and manifest goals, and because I was also looking to manifest goals of my own I decided to check her out.  Erin offers many things for the mind, body, and soul.  One of the resources offered is her "Magical Manifester" course.  She offers a virtual (online) course for anyone wanting to manifest their goals.  She breaks down the course with lessons and tasks, which you can complete at your own pace.  You learn so much about yourself, including looking deep into why we are the way we are, and how we hold ourselves back from manifesting what we want.  The course is less than $4 a day!  Think of what you spend $4 per day on and tell me if any of those things are getting you closer to accomplishing your goals? It's a great investment, and honestly for all that she offers this is a steal!  AND by the way this is the LAST TIME this course will be at this great price!  Plus she offers a payment plan, if you want to break it down in to installments (what I did), and the payments are set a month apart. The total cost is $199 but you can choose to do 2 installments of $99.  And the best part is once you are registered you can take the course and have access to the materials for as long as you want.  She keeps us informed on her next round of the course and also if there are any updates, so we can check them out.  

The next course is set to begin on May 13th, and registration is open now.  If you're feeling stuck, like you want to make a change but don't know where to start, this course is for you!  I found it at a time when I needed it most, and I didn't even have a full-time job.  But since I wanted to take this course so badly the Universe provided for me, and I was able to pay in 2 installments, a month apart from each other.  If you have a job, think about how just $99 a month (for 2 months) can change your life?  Think of what you usually spend in a month, and tell me if you wouldn't consider making an investment into learning how to manifest what you want?

I am an affiliate of this course so I do get a percentage of anyone who registers using my link.  If you choose to take the course you can also become an affiliate at the completion.  

I highly recommend working with either or both of these women to live your best possible life.  Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.  Also if you've worked with either of these women feel free to comment on your experience below.

FREE to try before you buy!

I recently joined Influenster which is basically a free program where you receive products to try and review, and share with your people.  You link all of your social media accounts with the website, and fill out questionnaires depending on the type of box they will ship out.  If you qualify to receive a box you'll get notified and eventually receive a large box filled with items.  The purpose is to try them and share your honest opinions with your friends, family, coworkers, etc...

I recently received the complimentary "Sugar n Spice Voxbox" (my first box!) for testing purposes from Influenster.  The box contained 7 items: Colgate "Optic White" toothpaste, mouthwash, and 360 brush, Vaseline "Spray & Go" Moisturizer, Dickinson's Witch Hazel Oil Controlling Towelettes, belVita breakfast biscuits, and Nectresse sweetener.  I was super excited to see all of these items I got for free; it was like opening a present at Christmas!  I tried all of these items (with the exception of the biscuits) for 1 week (or longer if I really liked it), and here are my reviews:

Colgate Optic White toothpaste - I did not enjoy using this toothpaste.  It was very grainy and felt "heavy" in my mouth; it's a very thick consistency.  Also the taste was not appealing at all.  It definitely brought flashbacks of visits to the dentist.  On the bright side it does whiten teeth as promised.  My teeth were noticeably whiter at the end of the first week of use.  I think if you are going to use this product, only use a little on the brush so the consistency and taste won't overwhelm you.

Colgate Optic White 360 toothbrush - When I first saw this I pictured myself using it often because it seemed like it would really do a great job of cleaning.  However the brush was a little awkward to use.  It has no grip to keep it steady when brushing, and since it's curved it makes it harder to handle.  I felt like I was brushing my teeth for the first time with it.  However, the head does a great job of cleaning. I feel like my whole mouth is clean after using it.  I paired it with the Optic White toothpaste which may have contributed to my teeth being noticeably whiter in a week.

Colgate Optic White Rinse - I am never using this again!  The taste was HORRIBLE!  I don't even know how to describe it.  It tasted totally laced with chemicals.  I felt as though I was putting something toxic in my mouth.  It was also strangely a little salty.  I don't normally use mouthwash often but when I do I expect something more pleasing, minty.  This is not a product I would care to use ever again.  Also the directions state to rinse with 15 ml BUT the cap didn't indicate what 15 ml was; no lines to indicate or anything.  That would've been nice to see.

Dickinson's Witch Hazel Oil Controlling Towelettes - I like that it cleanses my face without drying it out.  I would definitely use this in lieu of a toner.  The only thing I didn't like about the wipes is the smell.  I just didn't find the scent pleasant.

Vaseline "Spray & Go" Moisturizer - I LOVE this!  I am buying this for sure.  My friends tried it and they love it too.  It's super moisturizing and not greasy at all, as promised.  Your skin absorbs it quickly and feels smooth the whole day.  Very easy to use.

belVita Breakfast Biscuits - Delicious; like eating a cookie pretty much.  It was sweet and nutritious.  I loved eating them with Greek yogurt.

Nectresse Sweetener - This was an item I was thinking of purchasing and glad I didn't.  It's all-natural but tastes like an artificial sweetener.  It left a metallic aftertaste in my mouth. I didn't like it at all.

So if you're into saving money and getting things for free, joining Influenster may be your best bet!