The more you declare your intentions, the less likely you are to follow through with them

It's because merely stating your goals can trick your mind into feeling the satisfaction of accomplishment without actually putting in the effort. When we vocalize our aspirations, those around us often respond with affirmations, congratulating us prematurely.

This external validation can lead to feeling of accomplishment effort our ability to execute our aspirations.

My argument is against proclaiming your intentions even to yourself. Avoid labelling yourself as a writer, a gym goer, or anything else. Rather validate your endeavour through action.

Upon reflection, I've realised that I achieve my goals when I refrain from verbalising them. The moment I declare myself as something, my motivation withers. I stop trying as hard because, in my subconscious, I've already attained that identity.

This might explain why affirmations and manifesting techniques don't resonate with me. It seems that, for me, the key lies in action rather than words. Instead of pacifying my subconscious, I am reshaping my reality through action. Stop saying "I am"; and start saying "I do"

So, the advice is to refrain from announcing your intentions to others.

The phrase "going to" implies a future action, not a current reality. Similarly, avoid telling yourself that you already embody your aspirations. Instead, let your actions speak for themselves. Show yourself through your consistent efforts rather than relying on feelings and cheap words.

Ideas are cheap, action is tangible, real, worthy of praise.