The Science of 'Feeling as If'
We’ve all heard the spiritual advice to "feel as if" our desires have already manifested. It's a common refrain in conscious creation circles. But for many, this instruction feels like an act of forced optimism or simply pretending. It’s hard to feel grateful for a new car when you can't pay your rent, or to feel healthy when your body is in pain.
However, the "feeling as if" principle is far more than a spiritual platitude. It is, in fact, the most crucial and powerful step in the entire process of conscious co-creation. From a quantum perspective, your emotion is the energetic force that broadcasts your intention to the universe, turning a simple thought into a magnetic force of attraction.
In my books, we explore the science and spirituality behind this principle, showing that emotion is not a passive response to reality, but an active, creative power.
The Quantum Broadcast: Thought vs. Emotion
To understand the power of emotion, we must first understand the fundamental difference between a thought and an emotion.
Thought is a blueprint. It's the intention you set, the specific desire you have, the image you create in your mind. It is the directive you send to the Quantum Field. A thought is a clear, yet somewhat quiet, signal.
Emotion is the broadcast. It's the energetic frequency that gives your thought power and volume. It's the feeling that vibrates throughout your body, a signal so potent that the universe cannot ignore it.
The universe doesn't respond to your thoughts alone; it responds to the combined signal of your thought and your emotion. A thought without emotion is like a radio tower without electricity—it has the potential to send a message, but it lacks the power to broadcast. Conversely, an emotion without a clear thought is like a radio tower broadcasting static—it's powerful, but without direction.
When you learn to "feel as if" your desire is already a reality, you are aligning your emotional broadcast with your mental blueprint. This creates a coherent, high-frequency signal that is impossible for the Quantum Field to ignore.
The Biology of "Feeling as If"
This isn't just metaphysical; it has a clear basis in biology. Our bodies are constantly responding to our emotional state.
Low-Frequency Emotions: Emotions like fear, stress, and anxiety release hormones like cortisol, which keep the body in a state of fight-or-flight. This state narrows our focus, reduces creativity, and keeps us stuck in a survival mentality. It's a low-frequency signal that says, "I am in a state of lack and struggle."
High-Frequency Emotions: Emotions like joy, gratitude, and love release beneficial neurotransmitters and hormones that promote healing, creativity, and a sense of well-being. This is a high-frequency signal that says, "I am in a state of abundance and possibility."
When you practice the "feeling as if" principle, you are deliberately generating these high-frequency emotions. Your body doesn't know the difference between a real event and an imagined one, especially when you engage all your senses in the process. Your brain begins to release the chemicals of joy and fulfillment, and your body enters a state of abundance right now, before the external reality has even appeared.
How to Master the "Feeling as If" Principle
Mastering this skill is the most powerful thing you can do for your co-creation journey. Here’s how you can make it a deliberate practice:
Start with Gratitude: Gratitude is the gateway emotion to abundance. Begin by genuinely feeling grateful for what you already have. This practice instantly shifts your frequency and builds the neural pathways for high-frequency emotions.
Use Multi-Sensory Visualisation: Don't just see your desired outcome; immerse yourself in it. Use the "visualisation hack" to engage all five senses. Smell the new car, feel the warmth of the sun on your skin in your new home, taste the celebratory meal.
Find the Triggering Emotion: Ask yourself: "What emotion would I feel if this desire was already a reality?" Is it relief, joy, peace, or freedom? Once you identify that key emotion, focus on generating that feeling in your body until it feels real, right now.
Embrace the Eternal Now: The "feeling as if" principle is an exercise in living from the Eternal Now. It's about bringing the emotions of your desired future into the present moment. This is the single point of creation, where your internal reality can override your external circumstances.
The universe is constantly responding to your energetic signature. By mastering the art of "feeling as if," you are taking your creative power out of the passenger seat and putting it squarely back in the driver's seat. You are not just hoping for a different reality; you are becoming the very frequency of the reality you wish to create.