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Forge Your Reality: Law of Attraction, Quantum Physics & Habits


Tap the Universe’s Flow and Your Daily Grit to Build the Life You Want

You’re out there, grinding—building a life, a hustle, a stronger you.


But sometimes, it feels like you’re pushing against a hidden current, like the universe is messing with your flow.


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Ever wonder if that force isn't some mystical nonsense, but a real energy you could harness?


Picture this: you, shaping your world with a clear head and small, rugged steps. That’s not a dream—it’s a plan.


Recently, I sat down with a Silicon Valley heavy-hitter at my North Carolina dinner table.


This woman, who shapes empires, started talking about "Abraham Hicks" and The Secret. You know the book? It sold 35 Million copies. Probably not Abraham Hicks though.


I’m the kind of guy who rolls up his sleeves to see how things tick, so I dug in.


How does this “vibration” stuff mesh with the sweat of daily action?

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What I found isn’t fluffy BS—it’s a gritty mix of universal mechanics, physics, and micro-habits.


This is about forging your reality, one deliberate move at a time.


The Unseen Current: How to Forge Your Reality with Vibe

Abraham Hicks isn’t a guru—it’s a teaching, channeled through Esther Hicks since ’85. She went from skeptic to mouthpiece for a universal consciousness, with her husband Jerry spreading the word.


Their ideas powered The Secret, the film that shouted: your thoughts and feelings shape your world. Your emotions send out a signal, pulling experiences back like a magnet.


Most folks hear “vibration” or “energy” and think it’s hippie crap. But what if it’s less fairy dust and more about the raw gears of the universe?


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No lab coat’s signing off on Abraham Hicks, but there’s stuff in quantum physics that makes you pause and think. It’s how you consciously (or unconsciously) build your world.


Most folks hear “vibration” or “energy” and think it’s hippie crap. But what if it’s less fairy dust and more about the raw gears of the universe?


No lab coat’s signing off on Abraham Hicks, but there’s stuff in quantum physics that makes you pause and think.


Understanding Your Vibrational Signature: The Physics of Manifestation


Your Vibe Shapes Your Reality

Abraham says everything vibrates—your thoughts, your feelings, they’re blasting out a frequency that draws in the same.


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Physics agrees: everything’s energy. “Solid” objects are just subatomic particles buzzing, acting as particles and waves. Your brain’s a storm of electrical signals, your heart’s even stronger, pumping out fields that radiate.


You’re a walking radio station.



Tune to gratitude or grit, and you pull in matching vibes.


What’s your signal saying?


The Vortex: Where Dreams Become Reality


Abraham’s “Vortex” is a vibrational space where your desires hang out, waiting for you to get on their wavelength. Think of it as a cosmic holding pen.


Quantum physics has this zero-point field—energy simmering in “empty” space. Some say it’s the soup of all potential, holding your goals.


It’s not hard proof, but it’s a damn compelling way to see manifestation.


Manifestation: Observing to Forge Reality


Abraham says focused, fired-up thoughts make things happen. The Secret drilled this: feel it real, make it real.


Quantum physics offers a loose analogy—the Observer Effect. Watch a particle, and it “chooses” a state, like it’s got stage fright.


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Observer Effect

Could your intense focus and raw emotion shape possibilities from the quantum soup into your life?


It’s a stretch, but it paints you as a player, not a bystander.


Emotions: Your Compass to Forge Reality


Abraham’s Emotional Guidance Scale says good feelings mean you’re aligned; bad ones mean you’re off.


Neuroscience backs this: emotions spark chemical shifts—dopamine, serotonin—that color how you see the world. Choose confidence or gratitude, and you’re rewiring your brain to spot openings.


You’re tuning your signal, one choice at a time.


Your Inner Forge: Micro-Habits and Mindset

That dinner with the Silicon Valley badass got me thinking. Your mindset and actions aren’t just noise—they shape your vibe and tap that universal current.


You know those folks who walk in, and the room shifts?


Success looks easy. It's not luck—it’s their micro-moves and the mindset fueling them.


We all want more—health, wealth, purpose. But we’re stuck, tangled in old patterns: doubts, fears, bullshit wired into us since we were kids.


The real fight’s inside, where your subconscious fights change. Willpower’s a dull blade.


You gotta rewire your brain with small, sneaky actions.


Micro-Habits: Tiny Sparks, Big Fires


Micro-habits are small moves—like one push-up or one grateful thought—that slip past your brain’s defenses. They’re too tiny to fail. One push-up becomes two, then a full workout.


Each move carves a new path in your head. The more you use it, the stronger it grows. Stack those wins, and you’re forging a new reality.


Mindset: From Stuck to Unstoppable


Habits are the hammer; mindset’s the steel.


A fixed mindset (“I’m not cut out for this”) locks you in a cage.


A growth mindset (“I can’t do this yet”) kicks the door open.


Shifting's not easy—years of negative loops push back. But add “YET” to your doubts, and you’re cracking open possibilities.


Your mindset decides: dead ends or open roads.


Rewiring the Subconscious


Your subconscious is your autopilot, whispering what you believe. To fix it, feed it steady input: visualizations, affirmations, mindfulness.


These align your moves with your goals, starving the negative noise.



There’s an old Cherokee tale about two wolves inside you—one white, full of hope and grit; one black, heavy with fear and doubt. They’re always fighting. Which one wins?


The one you feed.

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Every micro-habit, every positive thought, feeds the white wolf, building the strength to shape your world. Starve the black wolf, and its grip fades.


That’s how you rewire your mind—one small, deliberate choice at a time.


The Rugged Human Element: Grit Forged in Small Wins

Life throws hard punches. At seven, my mom hauled us to a remote Mexican village.


One day, I’m a regular kid; the next, I’m the blond outsider, dodging thistles from local punks. I could’ve shrunk back, let fear win.

"I felt the sun bake my skin, the sting of the thistles, the burning humiliation."

Each small win built my spine. Those micro-habits didn’t just save me—they taught me how to forge strength from chaos.


That was my first lesson in building reality. You don’t need a full overhaul—just small, gritty choices that match the person you’re meant to be.


Forging Your Future: Universal Flow Plus Daily Hustle

Abraham Hicks and The Secret are more than just ideas—they’re tools you can wield with Rugged Human grit.


Here’s how micro-habits and mindset tune your signal and build your path.


  • Tuning Your Signal Through Action: Every micro-habit—one page, one deep breath—sends a pulse of positive energy. You’re aligning with the vibe of progress, no fluff.


  • Clearing the Static: A growth mindset kills the noise. Swap “I can’t” for “YET,” and you’re in the “Vortex,” lined up with your desires.


  • Building Momentum: Micro-habits are your inspired action—small steps that open big doors. Keep at it, and you’re laying tracks for your dreams to roll in.


Blueprint for Personal Growth: The Rugged Human Method

To forge your reality, think like a pilot flying from Paris to New York—a one-degree error lands you in Canada. Small shifts in your daily choices steer your life’s course.


It's not about fake smiles for Instagram—it’s about smart, gritty moves.


Here’s the plan:


  1. Get Real: Stare down your habits and mindset. Where you stuck? Set clear goals, no BS.


  2. Chunk It Down: Break big dreams into small steps. Aim for progress, not perfection.


  3. Grow Your Grit: Practice mindfulness, talk yourself up. When doubt creeps in, slap “YET” on it.


  4. Start Small: Pick tiny actions—one push-up, one sentence. They stack into big change.


  5. Grab a Crew: Share goals with a buddy for accountability. Grit’s stronger together.


  6. Tweak and Grind: Check your progress, adjust, keep moving. Stay flexible, never stop.


The Big Picture: How to Forge Your Own Reality

Success isn't about massive change all at once.


It’s about one decision: the decision to start. To make small, consistent actions every single day.


Micro-habits and mindset aren't just tools.


They're the engine and fuel that create your reality.


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It's right there, waiting for you to align and act.


It’s about the long game, the daily practice, and the relentless pursuit of progress. With every small step, you’re rewiring your brain, reshaping your reality, and moving closer to the person you were meant to be.


The person you admire, the one who seems to have it all together—they started somewhere. They started small. They made mistakes, faced setbacks, but they kept going.


And so can you.


Final Thoughts: Your Move, Now

You’re the architect of your life.


Success isn't one big leap—it’s choosing to start. Micro-habits and mindset are your hammer and steel.


Start small, stay relentless, and that life you want? It’s waiting for you to act.


Pick a micro-habit that screams who you’re becoming. Your future self’s cheering, “Get after it!” Every move pulls you closer to the life you’re built for.


Want to dive deeper into this Rugged Human approach?


Check out my Rugged Human Method course for a step-by-step guide to forging your reality with grit and focus. Learn more here.


Embrace the grind—setbacks are fuel. You’ve got the tools, the heart, the fire. Use ‘em.


Until next time,


Jerod

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Who is Jerod Foos?

I am an entrepreneur and motivation expert. I talk about human performance and personal growth. I am obsessed with building positivity, human potential, and lifestyle design.

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