Use The “Last Page First” Journaling Technique To Manifest Your Desires

One of the greatest feelings is completing a journal! I was so excited to finish my latest journal this weekend – and now that means I get to start a new one. Eeeek! But there’s something I do whenever I start a new journal that I’d like to share with you: I actually turn to the last page.

The “last page first” journaling technique is a powerful way to set intentions and manifest anything you’d like. To begin, turn to the last page of your journal and start writing about how you want your life to look by the time you reach that page. Imagine that you are writing from the perspective of already having achieved the goals and experiences you desire. This is also known as scripting.

What is Scripting? Scripting refers to the act of writing down specific details about a desired outcome or scenario. In the context of journaling, scripting involves writing about your desired future as if it has already happened.

An easy prompt to get your thoughts flowing is to simply ask on your last page, “What does your life look like now that you’ve reached this page?”

Reminders For ‘Last Page First’

1. Speak in first person, present tense: Write as if it already your reality. For example, “I AM making $10K per month. I AM fully booked every week with clients.”
2. Be as specific as you can: Use numbers or benchmarks that are tangible. Try not to be vague and write sentences like, “I am successful.” What does ‘successful’ even mean to you? Specificity helps you gain clarity and work toward your goals in a logical, yet magical, way.
3. Avoid using “NOT” statements: Do not use the word “not” when you’re scripting, because you’ll end up manifesting exactly what it is you DON’T want. The thing is, the Universe/subconscious mind doesn’t process the word “not.” Think if I tell you, “Don’t think about hot chocolate.” Did you think about hot chocolate just now?! Yuuuup. So use positive statements only! Instead of saying, “I will not be in debt or become debt-free” (you’ll manifest more debt), say, “I am making [insert financial goal here], which covers all of my bills and allows me to save X amount of money each money, and pay for 2 vacations per year.”

Personal Proof

I have been using this technique for years and it’s amazing how I reach the last pages in my journals and see how my dreams have come true! The thing is, a lot of time passes as you’re writing in your journal, so you’ll likely forget what you wrote on the last page. But your subconscious mind files it away and nudges you toward specific decisions or actions in order to make those ‘last page’ visions real. For example, one journal I had written “I am living somewhere sunny and warm!” This was when Ninh and I were living in Hanoi which had clouds and smog every single day. By the time I reached the last page in that journal, we had moved to sunny Da Nang!

Magic is real, people! So open up your journal and turn to the last page!

On a Personal Note…

Helloooo, from good ol’ Spokane, WA! Back in my hometown – surreal! I’m missing Ninh, Vietnam, and Luna dog so much. It is really good to be back and to be with my family during this time, though. Reuniting with my brother’s family was so special – and Claire made such a cute Dorothy for Halloween! It did take me quite a while to adjust to the new timezone…and the different energies. Reverse culture shock for sure!

I absolutely loved handing out candy for Halloween and seeing all the kids running around the neighborhood. I’ve reunited with a few of my childhood neighborhood friends, which is really special. It’s hard to describe the feelings when you’re in your childhood home and surrounded by old friends and memories. Going to soak it all up while I can. 🙂

Hope you all have a magical week! xo

Love Always,
Andrea