In the midst of life's challenges, I'm endlessly inspired by the extraordinary women who transform struggle into soulful success—igniting hope and inviting us all to dream boldly. ✨ The contrast between those women in my life who are surviving and those who are thriving has been especially noticeable lately, so I wanted to share some inspiration for those of you who aren't living in your Best Life Barbie era quite yet.

I see women all around who are struggling to find joy and fulfillment—feeling stuck in an endless cycle of burnout and experiencing deep disconnection. These women are carrying more on their plates than they can handle—juggling high-pressure workloads, family responsibilities, and the emotional toll of constantly giving without receiving. They’re worn out, unsure of their worth, and afraid to dream big because it feels out of reach.

And yet, I also see a number of women in what look like very similar circumstances who are absolutely thriving: they’re vibrant, joyful, and bursting with excitement about the future. The difference between these two groups is stark, and it raises a powerful question:

How can people with comparable challenges end up experiencing such drastically different realities?

On a similar note, I’ve also caught myself repeatedly asking, “Is this real life?” every time I look at the news—there’s so much happening in the world that I can barely believe it’s real.

At the same time, I’ve caught myself saying, “Is this real life?!” in moments of wild elation and awe—when I witness a jaw-dropping breakthrough, a miraculous manifestation, or an exciting opportunity that seems to appear out of thin air.

Those are the true “Is this real life?” moments I want more of, and that’s what I want for you, too. 💕

I catch so many jaw-dropping sunsets, I frequently catch myself asking "is this real life!?"

After connecting with so many women in my events, coaching programs, and personal circle, I’ve observed some common threads that separate those who are struggling and surviving from those who seem to shine, no matter what.

Below, I share these insights in the hope that they’ll inspire you to choose a path of deeper alignment to manifest more soulful success.

Commonalities of Those Who Are Struggling

🚫 Not giving themselves permission to dream big: They remain unclear on their vision because they don’t believe they deserve what they want.

🔒 Locked in an unworthiness loop: They want more but feel they can’t (or shouldn’t) have it.

🔥 Feeling constantly burnt out: They’re out of alignment with their core values and ignore the activities that truly energize them.

😞 Unfulfilled and disconnected: They deny their heart’s true callings in favor of what seems “safe” or “practical.”

🤯 Paralyzed by the ‘how’: They’re stuck in perfectionism, always “getting ready to get ready.”

🤷 Trapped in comfort zones—the ‘familiar hell’: They’d rather endure stale relationships or draining jobs than risk change.

😬 Settling rather than pioneering: They accept “good enough” and sacrifice joy by taking on the wrong clients or ignoring new opportunities.

⚖️ Overly polarized energies: Too deep in the feminine (floating with no structure) or too rigidly masculine (pushing and providing while disconnected from their heart).

Traits of Women Who Are Thriving

🙌 They trust themselves and say “yes” to what they want—even if they don’t have all the answers.

❌ They say “no” to anything that conflicts with their values and vision.

🦋 They confidently follow their intuition and stay connected to their bodies.

💸 They have an 'abundant' relationship with money: giving, receiving, spending, earning, and saving with ease.

🙏 They maintain a dedicated spiritual practice (whatever that means for them).

💆 Self-care is a priority: They understand they can’t pour from an empty cup.

⚖️ Balanced masculine-feminine energies: Safe to be soft and vulnerable, yet strong enough to advocate for what they need.

🎤 They express emotions openly and aren’t afraid to ask for help.

🤝 They nurture their relationships and give unconditional love to themselves and others.

🌟 They welcome change—even when it’s scary—trusting that new doors open when old ones close.

🌀 They let themselves be ‘delulu’—they dream so big it’s borderline delusional, but they dare to act on it, turning those dreams into reality.

Bridging the Gap: How to Manifest Soulful Success

The eye-opening truth is: I know women dealing with grief, illness, and loss who are still somehow radiant. I also know women who have enough wealth to retire right now and never work again, yet they’re deeply unfulfilled.

So, what’s the difference?

It’s about internal alignment—a willingness to dream, to say “no” to the wrong things, and to invite new possibilities.

Here’s how to begin cultivating more of those “Is this real life?!” moments you actually want:

1️⃣ Take Baby Steps

Start saying “no” to just one thing that drains you—a toxic client, a bad habit, an energy vampire.

Start saying “yes” to just one thing that energizes you—a spiritual practice, journaling, a new group, or putting yourself out there in a bigger way.

***Just pick one at at time until it's a habit!

2️⃣ Ask for Divine/Universal Help

The leap from surviving to thriving isn’t made by sheer willpower alone. Ask for guidance, stay open, and let yourself be led. Turn over your fears and your desires to your Higher Power instead of spinning your wheels out trying to figure it all out on your own.

3️⃣ Let Acts of Alignment Compound

Each small, soul-aligned decision fuels the next (i.e. these actions add up quicker than you think).. Over time, this momentum dramatically shifts your trajectory toward more frequent “Is this real life?!” breakthroughs.

4️⃣ MY FAVORITE STEP ➡ Embrace the ‘Delulu’

Claim, “I always get what I want in the best possible way.”

Say it often! Shout it out loud!

Eventually, it won’t be a delusion; it’ll be your lived reality. 💗

Morgan Manifests - Best Life Barbie — I am 'delulu' enough to refer to myself as a Barbie. Because why not!? It's my vibe and it lights me up!

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I can’t wait to connect with you, amplify those “Is this real life?!” moments, and celebrate as you let more soul—and a little bit of ‘delulu’—take you to brand-new heights.

Here’s to stepping into a life fueled by soul, purpose, and unstoppable success. 🥂

Morgan Hamer

The Manifesting Mentor

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