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Conquering fear is how you win at everything, actually.   That’s because most forms of fear are irrational, limiting, self-defeating and anchor you where you are thus holding you back from where you want to be and who you want to be.

We need to keep healthy fear and kick all the rest to the curb.  More about that below.

Conquering Fear: A Mystical Inner Science for Reclaiming Personal Power

Fear is one of the most misunderstood forces in human experience. It is often treated as an enemy to be defeated or a weakness to be hidden. Yet from a deeper, more mystical perspective, fear is neither good nor bad. It is information—a signal arising within consciousness, waiting to be understood.

At ESP Lab, we explore fear not as a flaw in the human system, but as a doorway. When approached with awareness, fear becomes an invitation to reclaim personal power, sharpen inner perception, and move beyond limitation.

Conquering fear does not mean erasing it. It means learning how to stand steady in its presence and push past that veil if it’s in the way of what you want.

Fear as an Energy Pattern, Not a Truth

Fear does not originate in reality—it arises in interpretation. It is an energetic response to imagined futures, unresolved memories, and conditioned beliefs. The body reacts first, sending sensations of contraction, tension, or alertness. Only afterward does the mind attach meaning and story.

This is why fear feels so convincing and why conquering fear can be so challenging.

From a mystical perspective, fear is an energetic ripple in consciousness, not a command. When you identify with the ripple, fear grows. When you observe it, fear dissolves.

Awareness weakens fear because fear depends on unconscious participation.

The Hidden Cost of Unexamined Fear

When fear goes unexamined, it quietly shapes identity. People begin to define themselves by what they avoid rather than what they pursue. Over time, fear masquerades as logic, caution, or practicality.

It often sounds like:

• “This just isn’t the right time.”
• “I should wait until I feel ready.”
• “Getting promoted to senior management just isn’t realistic for me so I won’t bother.”
• ”She might laugh at me if I ask her out so I’ll play it safe and not even try.”

But fear that governs choices slowly contracts life. The cost is not immediate—it appears later as regret, stagnation, or a persistent sense that one’s potential remains untapped.  That’s why conquering fear isn’t a “should” it’s a MUST.

By the way – The last two on the above list are from my personal experiences.  I swung for the fences and joined the ranks of corporate America as a regional vice president (eastern region) AND divisional vice president (education, government, institutional sales) which opened the door to a lifestyle I previously believed was impossible for me.   The girl turned me down with an amusing look on her face. It was on the B44 city bus when I was in 11th grade.  A few short years later I was dating gorgeous goddesses who sometimes competed for me…. In retrospect Karen’s rejection with a smirk on that city bus led to bigger and better things as they so often do.

You can’t win ‘em all but you can’t win anything without conquering fear that may be holding you back from even trying.

Taking a new step, uttering a new word, is what people fear most. – Fyodor Dostoevsky, Crime and Punishment

Consciousness Is Larger Than Fear

One of the most powerful realizations in inner science is this: you are not your fear.

Fear arises within consciousness, but consciousness itself remains untouched. When this distinction is experienced—not merely understood intellectually—fear loses its authority.

In mystical traditions and modern consciousness research alike, the same insight appears again and again:

What you observe cannot control you.

By shifting from identification to observation, fear becomes something you experience, not something you are.  Your experience will help you in conquering fear.

Courage as Alignment, Not Force

Courage is often mistaken for forceful confidence. In truth, courage is alignment. It is the quiet decision to act from inner clarity rather than emotional contraction.

Continuous courage is continually conquering fear.

Courage does not require the absence of fear. It requires presence.

When action flows from inner alignment—values, intention, awareness—fear no longer dictates outcomes. It may still arise, but it no longer decides. You do.

You make things happen.

Do this often enough and you will never have any fear again except, perhaps,  healthy fear. Healthy fear is allowed.  More about that below.

Conquering Fear Crosses the Threshold of Expansion

Across mystical systems, fear consistently appears at points of transition. Before growth, before insight, before transformation—fear emerges.

This is not coincidence.

Fear marks the edge of the known. Beyond it lies expanded perception, resilience, and self-trust. When you meet fear consciously, it becomes a threshold rather than a barrier.

Practical Inner Practices for Conquering Fear

1. Name the Fear Without Story

Fear loses power when stripped of narrative. Name the sensation. Name the imagined outcome. Avoid dramatization. Precision dissolves exaggeration.

2. Return to the Observer

Shift attention from the fear to the awareness noticing it. This subtle redirection restores inner authority.

3. Act in Small Resonant Steps

Transformation occurs through integration, not force. Gentle, consistent action retrains both mind and nervous system.

4. Use Breath to Signal Safety

Slow breathing communicates safety to the body. A calm body allows higher perception to emerge.

Guided Visualization: Dissolving Fear Through Inner Light

Use this practice whenever fear feels overwhelming or if conquering fear seems impossible.

Begin by sitting comfortably. Close your eyes.

Take a slow breath in through the nose… and exhale gently through the mouth.

Bring your attention inward.

Now imagine fear as a shape or sensation within your body. Do not judge it. Simply notice where it resides.

Next, imagine a soft, luminous light above your head—calm, intelligent, steady. This light represents awareness itself.

With each breath, allow the light to slowly descend through the crown of your head, moving gently toward the area where fear is felt.

Do not force the light. Let it arrive naturally.

As the light meets the fear, notice what happens. You may sense warmth, expansion, or softening. Allow the fear to dissolve into the light, like mist in sunlight.

Remain here for several breaths.

Finally, affirm out loud in a voice of calm confidence:

“I am larger than fear. I move forward in awareness. I am free of fear. I am conquering fear. Fear has no power over me.  *I* am the power!”

When ready, gently open your eyes.

If you liked this exercise you should take a deep dive with Al Manning’s Light Course

Living Beyond Fear, From Inner Authority

Conquering fear is not a one-time event. It is a relationship with awareness. Each time you choose presence over panic, alignment over avoidance, and consciousness over conditioning, fear loosens its grip.

Our doubts are traitors
And makes us lose the good we oft might win
By fearing to attempt.

–Shakespeare, Measure for Measure, 1.4.85

For more tools and techniques on conquering fear check out what Tony Robbins has to say.

When Conquering Fear, Keep Healthy Fear

Healthy fear is fear that protects, informs, and sharpens awareness—without controlling your life.

It is fundamentally different from chronic anxiety, imagined fear, or conditioned fear.

Here’s a clear, grounded way to understand it.

What Healthy Fear Is

Healthy fear is a biological and intuitive signal that:

• Alerts you to real danger
• Improves focus and reaction time
• Encourages caution without paralysis
• Disappears once the threat is gone

It is situational, temporary, and proportional.

Examples:

• Stepping back from a cliff edge
• Avoiding a dangerous person or situation
• Slowing down when conditions are risky
• Trusting a strong gut warning without panic

Healthy fear says: “Pay attention.”

Unhealthy fear says: “Stop living.”  That’s our target in conquering fear.

What Healthy Fear Is NOT

Healthy fear is not:

• Persistent dread
• Catastrophic thinking
• Avoidance of growth or opportunity
• Fear based on imagined futures
• Fear tied to identity (“I’m just a fearful person”)

If fear lingers after the threat is gone, expands without evidence, or prevents action altogether, it is no longer healthy.

Healthy Fear vs. Unhealthy Fear (Quick Comparison)

The Role of Healthy Fear in Human Evolution

Healthy fear is ancient. It evolved to:

• Protect life
• Preserve energy
• Signal environmental danger

It activates the nervous system briefly, then releases it.

Modern problems arise because the same system is triggered by:

• Social judgment
• Financial uncertainty
• Emotional risk
• Past trauma
• Conditioned beliefs

The system fires—but the danger isn’t real or immediate.

Healthy Fear as an Inner Compass

From a consciousness and inner-science perspective, healthy fear often overlaps with intuition.

Key distinction:

• Healthy fear feels clear and calm, even if urgent
• Unhealthy fear feels noisy, emotional, and looping

Intuition warns once.

Anxiety repeats itself endlessly.

When fear comes with clarity and stillness, it’s often protective insight—not panic.

How to Tell If Fear Is Healthy (3 Questions)

Ask yourself:

1. Is there an immediate, real threat right now?
2. Does this fear call for a specific action or adjustment?
3. Does the fear subside once I address the situation?

If yes → likely healthy fear.

If no → you’re dealing with conditioned or imagined fear.

What Healthy Fear Sounds Like Internally

• “Slow down.”
• “Check this more carefully.”
• “Something here isn’t aligned.”
• “Pause and reassess.”

What it does not sound like:

• “Everything will go wrong.”
• “I can’t handle this.”
• “I must avoid this forever.”

Why Healthy Fear Matters

Without healthy fear:

• People take reckless risks
• Boundaries dissolve
• Intuition is ignored
• Safety signals are overridden

The goal is not fearlessness.

The goal is discernment so you can know if you should be conquering fear or embracing it.

Healthy fear works with awareness, not against it.

Integrating Healthy Fear (Practical Tip)

When fear arises:

1. Pause your reaction
2. Feel the sensation without story
3. Ask: “What is this asking me to notice?”
4. Take measured, conscious action

This keeps fear functional—not dominant.

Final Insight

Healthy fear is a guardian, not a jailer.

It protects life, sharpens perception, and then steps aside.

When fear stays too long, grows too loud, or begins deciding your future—it has crossed the line.

Learn to listen to fear without obeying it blindly.

That is wisdom.

Do what you fear most and you control fear. – Tom Hopkins

A Life Guided by Fear is Reactive.

A life guided by awareness is intentional.

At ESP Lab, we view conquering fear as something essential to realize your full potential. Fear is something to outgrow—through perception, practice, and inner mastery.

And winning. Lots and lots of victories. At ESP Lab winning is the name of the game.

When fear no longer governs your choices, what remains is clarity.

And clarity is power.

Become an ESP Lab member and start growing your personal power like you never have before.

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Magical visualization is often thought of as something mysterious, hidden behind veils of ritual, ancient symbols, and esoteric words. But in its most practical and modern sense, magic is simply the act of aligning your intention with your reality to produce change. And at the very heart of magic lies one powerful tool that anyone can use—visualization.

In this article, we’ll explore the connection between magic and visualization, how they work together, why they are so effective, and how you can use them in your own life to create transformation—mentally, spiritually, and practically.

Going further, I’ll show you that there is no magic, actually, to magical visualization.

What Is Magic?

Magic, in the metaphysical or occult sense, is the art and/or science of causing change in accordance with one’s will. This classic definition, attributed to British magician Aleister Crowley, highlights two key ideas:

1. Magic is intentional.
2. Magic is about producing results—whether those results are internal (emotional clarity, self-transformation) or external (a new job, love, healing, protection).

Modern magical practices can include rituals, affirmations, spellwork, meditation, symbols, candles, herbs, and more. But all of these are tools—they gain power through the mind behind them.

That’s where visualization comes in.

What Is Visualization?

Visualization is the practice of forming clear, detailed mental images of what you want to experience or become. Unlike passive daydreaming, it is focused, intentional, and emotionally charged.

In magical visualization is often used to:

• Empower a spell
• Create a protective aura
• Connect with spiritual forces
• Manifest desires into reality (mundane translation: Obtain a future goal presently out of reach)
• Strengthen the energy of rituals or talismans
• Align your inner world with your outer goals

Visualization bridges the inner and outer world. It’s the energetic blueprint from which physical outcomes can arise.

Magical Visualization is The Fusion of Art and Science.

Magic involves both symbol and intention. Visualization charges both of these with life.

But is it magic? Here’s what legendary author Napoleon Hill had to say in chapter 14 of his seminal business book Think and Grow Rich:

“The sixth sense defies description! It cannot be described to a person who has not mastered the other principles of this philosophy, because such a person has no knowledge, and no experience with which the sixth sense may be compared. Understanding of the sixth sense comes only by meditation through mind development from within. The sixth sense probably is the medium of contact between the finite mind of man and Infinite Intelligence, and for this reason, it is a mixture of both the mental and the spiritual.” – Page 312

For the record the book is not only a business classic, it’s a must read (See reading list below.)

1. Creating the Inner Reality

Visualization allows anybody to create a powerful inner experience of their desire. When you clearly picture what you want—whether it’s love, success, health, or clarity—you activate your subconscious mind and spiritual will to begin aligning reality with that vision.

This is often the true “engine” behind spells. The herbs, candles, and words are symbolic tools. But it is your mental image—energized with emotion and belief—that actually fuels the magic.

2. Charging Rituals with Energy

In ceremonial or ritual magic, visualization is used to give life to the imagined forces or symbols being called. For example, when drawing a magical circle, the practitioner may visualize a glowing sphere of energy surrounding them. When calling upon a spirit or deity, the magician might visualize a light or form taking shape before them.

Without visualization, these actions are hollow. With it, they become dynamic and alive.

3. Programming the Subconscious

Much of magical work involves reprogramming the subconscious. Visualization speaks directly to the subconscious in the language it understands: image and emotion.

If you regularly visualize yourself as confident, powerful, and successful, your subconscious begins to accept this as truth—and your behavior, habits, and perception of the world start to shift accordingly. This is not just “magical thinking”—it’s the psychological foundation behind how we shape our lives.

Why Visualization Is So Effective in Magic

In your mental theater you can and should let your imagination run wild!

The power of visualization in magic lies in four key mechanisms:

1. Focus of Will

Visualization helps you concentrate your intention. It brings scattered thoughts into a sharp, focused beam. In magic, where clarity of will is everything, this makes visualization a kind of psychic laser.

2. Energy Amplification

Emotions are energy. When you visualize a result and feel the joy, confidence, or excitement of it, you infuse that vision with real energy. This emotional charge adds power to your magical workings.

3. Symbolic Communication

Visualization uses symbols to communicate with deeper parts of the self and with universal forces. A rose, a flame, a serpent, or a beam of light—all have rich symbolic meaning. When visualized with intention, they become energetic tools that carry your magical message.

4. Alignment of Conscious and Unconscious

Magic works best when your conscious mind (what you want) is aligned with your unconscious beliefs (what you truly expect). Visualization helps rewire deep patterns, aligning your entire being with your goal.

Imaging is positive thinking carried one step further.In imaging, one does not merely think about a hoped-for goal; one “sees” or visualizes it with tremendous intensity, reinforced by prayer. – Reverend Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

Visualization Techniques for Magical Practice

Here are a few simple but powerful visualization exercises anyone can try:

1. The Candle Flame Spell

Light a candle. Focus on your intention (love, healing, success). Then, close your eyes and visualize a flame within your chest, growing brighter as you focus. Picture the flame carrying your intention out into the world as the candle burns. Visualize the result clearly, and feel gratitude as if it has already happened.

2. The Magical Circle of Protection

Stand still and visualize a beam of light coming from above your head, flowing down into your body. Then, imagine that light expanding around you into a glowing circle or sphere—your shield of protection. See it shimmering with strength, repelling all harm or negativity.

3. Visualization During a Spell

During spellcasting, pause and vividly picture the end result as if it has already happened. Imagine holding the object, feeling the love, or experiencing the change. This moment of focused visualization “seals” the spell with mental energy.

Visualization in Different Magical Traditions

Visualization is not unique to any one tradition. It’s a universal magical tool found across cultures and systems:

• Wicca uses visualization in casting circles, drawing down the moon, and charging tools with energy.
• Hermeticism employs visualization in pathworking through the Tree of Life.
• Chaos Magicians often use sigils and visual symbols to access the subconscious and reprogram reality.
• Shamanic Practices include vision journeys where the practitioner meets spirit guides or power animals through inner imagery.
• Eastern Practices such as Tibetan Buddhism use visualization of deities, mandalas, and light to transform consciousness.

Wherever you find magic, you will find visualization.

Is Magical Visualization Magic at All?

Famous founding father of self-improvement Dr. Maxwell Maltz doesn’t think so but easily understands why that could be construed…

“Successful men and women have, since the beginning of time, used “mental pictures,” and “rehearsal practice,” to achieve success. Napoléon, for example, “practiced” soldiering in his imagination for many years before he ever went on an actual battlefield. Webb and Morgan in their book Making the Most of Your Life tell us that “the notes Napoléon made from his readings during these years of study filled, when printed, four hundred pages. He imagined himself as a commander, and drew maps of the island of Corsica showing where he would place various defenses, making all his calculations with mathematical precision.” Conrad Hilton imagined himself operating a hotel long before he ever bought one. When a boy, he used to play that he was a hotel operator. Henry Kaiser has said that each of his business accomplishments was realized in his imagination before it appeared in actuality. It is no wonder that the art of mental picturing has in the past sometimes been associated with “magic.”- Psych-Cybernetics, page 45

Magical Visualization Tips

To make your visualizations truly magical (effective):

• Be Specific: Don’t just imagine “success.” Picture a specific moment—signing a contract, hugging a loved one, walking across a stage.
• Use All Senses: Don’t only see—hear, feel, smell, and touch the result.
• Stay Calm: A relaxed body makes for a powerful mind. Meditate or breathe deeply before beginning.
• Feel It Real: Emotional engagement is key. Feel the gratitude, joy, or empowerment of your vision.
• Practice Often: Just like magic, visualization is a skill. The more you use it, the more powerful it becomes.

Final Thoughts: Visualization Is Everyday Magic

Your mental theater (also known as your imagination or your mind’s eye) is where your new realities premiere.

Lights. Camera. Action! Then grab some popcorn and get ready for the red carpet.  Dare I say red magic carpet?

You don’t need to be a ceremonial magician to use visualization. Every time you picture a better version of your life and take steps toward it, you’re practicing magic. Every time you see yourself healed, strong, loved, or successful—and believe in that image—you’re casting a powerful spell.

Visualization is the link between your inner world and your outer world. It’s the magical act of seeing with the mind’s eye, feeling with the heart, and choosing to believe in your own creative power.

So light a candle. Close your eyes. Picture your dream life. And know that in that moment, you are doing real magic.

Call to Action:

Start a 7-day visualization challenge. Each day, spend 10 minutes visualizing one goal as if it’s already happened. Journal how you feel before and after. Track the synchronicities. Watch the magic unfold.

Want to take visualization to the next level? Take our meditation course.

Suggested Reading List

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Positive Imaging: The Powerful Way to Change Your Life by Reverend Doctor Norman Vincent Peale

Psycho-Cybernetics: Updated and Expanded By Doctor Maxwell Maltz

The Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale 

Helping Yourself With White Witchcraft by Al G Manning

The Magic Power of White Witchcraft by Gavin & Yvonne Frost 

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The plain truth is that most of us interpret affirmations as lies. We don’t believe our own affirmations. Why? Because we are trying to convince ourselves of something we do not believe is true.

Now, traditional success teachers realize that you may not believe your affirmations, so they tell us to repeat our affirmations over and over. A thousand times, or a million times, or a bizillion times, or as many times as it takes until you eventually believe or manifest them.

How many times have you said positive affirmations (examples include “I am enough”, “I am rich” and “I’m happy”) and had absolutely nothing happen? Me too. About a gazillion other people have too.

The human mind is always in the process of asking questions and seeking answers. For example, if I ask you, “Why does a boat float?” your brain will immediately start seeking an answer.

“It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question.” – Eugene Ionesco

Tony Robbins often says something to the effect that to be more successful you need to ask yourself better questions. Most people are unconsciously asking lousy questions, such as: “How come I am such a loser? Why can’t I do anything right? Why am I so lonely?

So if we make the affirmation “I am a millionaire”, our brain replies something like, “Yeah, right!” Asking “Why am I a millionaire?” will give you better results.

Try it right now. Ask yourself, “Why am I so rich?” Notice what your brain is doing right now? It is searching for the answer!

What is the primary Driver Question that is strongly influencing the outcome of your life? Years ago I came across the idea that we all live out of a “Driver Question” that acts as a compass — guiding us on either an anabolic or catabolic direction. Some people live out of the question, “What’s the next bad thing that’s going to happen?” or “How do I keep people from getting angry at me?” Some live in the question, “How do I impress people so I’ll be respected?”

Since the mind automatically triggers on questions, be VERY careful about the questions you ask yourself. Each question produces a different emotion and a different behavior. For example, if you ask yourself, “How do I keep people from getting angry at me?” it will create timidity and attract abusive individuals. “When will the next bad thing happen?” will usually produce fear and a focus on what’s awful. “How do I impress people so I will be respected?” often generates an inner emptiness and/or shallowness of character.

At one time I uncovered the fundamental question that ran my life was, “What do I have to get done next?” It was no coincidence that at the time I was acting more like a human doing than a human being.

The really great news about “Driver Questions” is that once we are aware of the principle, we can deliberately choose a more supportive question! This realization inspired a search for a question that would always show me my true north — a question that would consistently lead me in the right direction. What do you think might be your own Driver Question? Would there be any benefit in shifting it to something even more supportive?

Please consider a few of the following ‘Driver Question’ possibilities:

How can I be the best person I can possibly become? What do I really enjoy about my work right now?
How do I have so much fun, getting so much done in so little time? How can I serve others in a way that really works well for everyone? How can I fill my heart with more Love?

My current drive question is “How can I best express love and kindness? Another great question you might want to ask yourself is: “Why am I allowed to do, be and have all that I want in life?”

In Light and Love,
Michael

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