universal law of attraction

The law of attraction states; “like attracts like.” This basic idea forms the underlying principle beneath the popular movie “The Secret,” not to mention a number of practical self help books. The secret law of attraction directs you to focus on the positive to attract more positive into your life. It also directs you to undertake good deeds so that more good deeds will come back to you. There should be an emphasis on gratefulness and a focus on plenty, rather than obsessing over what’s lacking. Here are some manifestation exercises to help you understand how to use the law of attraction.

This new approach to personal development brought about through “The Secret” and the Law of Attraction seem fascinating. If you are like me, however, you are wondering how these new teachings fit into your religious beliefs. At first I was concerned. For example, if I could get whatever I wanted stepping right into my life through positive thoughts and feelings, what about all of the less than mentally healthy people out there attracting victims into theirs?! And does God just give everything we desire if we believe it? Or is there a purpose to trials and suffering?