Believe it or not, smiling and laughing—even when you don’t feel like it—can actually make you feel happier! In time, this leads to an overall more positive attitude. We attract the energy we give off, so if you manifest from a place of desperation or loneliness, you will attract only negative energy in return.

Solidify what you want up front: don’t jump from “my ex who I want to get back together with” this week to “that hot guy who works at the food co-op” next week. Settle on one vision, and stick with it. Be clear on what you want—but open-minded about how your desire may come to fruition. Journaling is a great way to help you clarify your vision. What qualities are you looking for in your ideal relationship? How do you imagine this person fulfilling your needs?

You don’t have to break out the glue and glitter if you don’t want to: you can make your vision board on your computer. Print it out and hang it up, or make it your computer background so you’ll see it every day.

Limiting beliefs might sound something like, “I can’t get the person I want because I’m not attractive or funny” or “I’m destined to be all alone. " Reframe the belief to be more positive. For instance, “I’m destined to be alone” might become “My solitude has helped me be more independent and taught me a lot about myself. “[3] X Research source Put your new, positive belief into action by acting as if it is true. It’ll feel funny at first, but with practice, you’ll start to believe it, just like you used to believe your limiting belief.

Recite affirmations related to the person you want to attract, like “Dane is obsessed with me” or “Amal can’t stop thinking about me. ” Create affirmations about the energy you want to emit (and therefore attract), like “I am strong and capable,” “I am worthy of love,” or “I am creative and intelligent. ”

If you want to manifest a fitness nut, for instance, get a membership at your local gym. If you’re after a book lover, hang out at your library or attend readings at local bookstores. If you already know the person you want to attract, make an effort to spend more time with them. Hang out at their favorite haunts, or be more direct and ask if they’d like to meet up. A lot of people hold the mistaken belief that manifestation is about sitting back and willing something to happen, when in reality, manifestation also requires that you take action to get what you want. [6] X Research source

You’ve already been working on your positive attitude and overcoming your limiting beliefs, which puts you in a great position to attract your special someone when you meet them!

Have faith in yourself and take steps to increase your odds of attracting what you want, and leave the rest up to the Universe. While it’s important to be specific about what you want to achieve, you won’t know how the Universe will manifest your desire. It might happen in a way you never dreamed it would!

Living your best life and pursuing your passions keep you grounded and serve as a reminder that this person won’t complete you. It will also help you put out positive energy, and as we’ve already mentioned, you attract the energy you put out. Delve into your passions. Join clubs. Keep living the life of your dreams, keep investing positive energy into yourself, and the right person will find you.

The Universe has your best interests in mind, even if the process doesn’t always go as fast as you want it to. Be patient, be open, and keep the faith. When you find yourself feeling doubt, recite one of your affirmations. Your affirmations aren’t just about speaking your desire into the world; they’re about reminding you what’s possible and what you’re capable of.