How I Manifested My Dream Apartment… 3 Times!
Apartment hunting can be a stressful journey. You have to calculate your budget, set time aside in your busy schedule, and sometimes even compromise on features that you REALLY want.
On top of that, there’s also a time crunch depending on when your current lease ends and your new one begins. The good news is, it doesn’t have to feel this way.
When you learn how to use the right tools to manifest you can become the architect of your reality—starting with the space you live in.
So what’s at the core of manifesting your dream apartment anyway?
It all starts with the meaning you assign to it.
What Does Your Dream Apartment Really Represent?
When you visualize your ideal home, what words come to mind?
For me, it’s :
Peace
Comfort
Cozy
Warm
Safe
The ironic part is, looking for an apartment feels like the total opposite of that.
Chaotic
Stressful
Disappointing
Competitive
What do these all have in common? They’re all “LACK” words. 👀
This holds the key here, so pay close attention…
Why Most People to Struggle to Manifest Their Dream Apartment.
Before you can embody the version of you who already has your amazing house… you’re gonna need to do a little mental digging first.
This is where post people tend to slip up – they’re trying to manifest from a place of stress and scarcity or the pedestal of your ‘higher self’, and you can only guess what kind of results THAT will yield.
You need to start looking at apartment hunting as a joyous experience. An adventure, a time to expand and outgrow your old place into something new!
So, how do you shift out of that mentality? It’s not HARD to do but it will require a new awareness, a scrutiny of your current thoughts so you can see where your thoughts might be falling short.
How to Manifest Your Dream Home (Step-by-Step)
I know, I know… having a to-do list doesn’t feel sexy, but think of it as a wishlist rather than a hard set of rules. For some types of manifestations, it’s best to have a few parameters but don’t become too rigid with it.
1. Set a budget you believe in.
Some manifestation teachers might advise against this because you’re “limiting” what is possible for yourself. The reality is, unless you have a really strong money mindset, you’re going to feel stressed about making rent each month. And thoughts repeat themselves. So unless you want this to be a recurring issue, just do yourself a favor and be practical upfront.
2. Write out your non-negotiables.
Be realistic. Some people might consider a balcony to be a make-or-break asset. But if you live in a cold climate and can only use it for 4 months a year, then why bother?
Or if you just HAVE to have a gym in your building because you think you’ll use it 5x/week when right now you only exercise once a month… don’t put it on your list. The longer your list - the more room for disappointment.
Keep it to 4-5 must-haves, nothing more. I don’t say that to deter you but, especially if you’re trying to manifest on a time crunch, it’s going to add an extra layer of stress if you have 20 non-negotiables and only 2 weeks to find it.
Plus, sometimes the universe will pleasantly surprise you with something you didn’t even realize you wanted or needed.
3. Keep your list simple, but visualize how it will feel.
Visualization is one of the 3 cornerstones of foundational manifestation techniques, along with affirmations and scripting. Embodying the feeling state of the wish fulfilled is one of the fastest ways to call in your desires…
Why? Because your body doesn’t know the difference between a real vs imagined act. Athlete’s have known about this for DECADES which is why they’ve used visualization to improve their performance without lifting a finger.
When I write that I want wood floors or a kitchen island, I don’t specify how dark the wood has to be or how big the counter is … I visualize the look, and more importantly, the feel of the space. For me, it’s a bright and spacious home with lots of natural light.
4. Stand firm in your vision - even if it doesn’t materialize right away.
I’ve had a tenant beat me to the punch and the unit was off the market. Only to be told the next day that the deal fell through and it was mine.
I’ve had rent lowered to meet my budget even though the advertised price was higher.
I’ve been told the market was competitive and I wouldn’t be able to find a unit with everything I wanted. I did, and more!
When you find the right place - you will know. And the universe will rearrange itself to meet you with that energy. I’ve had things turn in my favor even when all the odds were stacked against me because I KNEW that place was mine.
When opposition showed up, I just ignored it because nothing could convince me that the apartment wasn’t already mine. That’s the kind of conviction you need to have when things might look dire on the outside.
My Personal Manifestation Stories.
I’ve hit everything on my list every time because I hold a vision and stick to it. That’s really all there is to it!
The most important thing is to feel yourself in the space before you even see it. Feel the energy of the room, picture all of the activities you’ll do there and then when you see it, you’ll know.
During my last apartment hunt, I knew the first place I saw was the one. I didn’t need to look anymore. Despite a few more showings, nothing lived up to the first place and we wound up getting it! If you want to learn how to use the powerful techniques of scripting/writing to bring your dreams into reality, check out my Intro Guide to Scripting.
DISCLAIMER: The information in this post is based on anecdotal evidence and should not be taken as legal advice. The opinions expressed in this article are based solely on my own experiences. GigiByDesign will not be held responsible for any financial repercussions as a result of reading this blog.
