Daily Quote for June 17, 2025 | Abraham-Hicks

The Power of Permitting: Understanding the Art of Allowing

The journey toward a fulfilling life often begins with a simple, profound realization: the universe is inherently responsive. A transformative concept popularized by the teachings of Abraham-Hicks suggests a bold premise: whenever you ask for something, it is given—without exception. This perspective shifts the focus from a world of scarcity and struggle to one of abundance and receptivity. It suggests that the “asking” is the easy part, but the “receiving” requires a deliberate internal shift.

At the heart of this philosophy is the fundamental belief that every individual is a beloved and blessed being. In a world that often measures worth based on productivity or external achievements, this message serves as a vital reminder that your value is inherent. You deserve good things not because you have earned them through hardship, but because of your very nature. Recognizing this innate worthiness is the first step in opening the doors to the opportunities and joys that are already waiting for you.

However, if everything we ask for is given “every single time,” why do many of us still feel a gap between our current reality and our desires? The answer lies in the concept of “self-convincing.” While the universe may have already responded to our requests, our own internal barriers—doubts, old narratives, or feelings of unworthiness—can act as a shield, preventing that goodness from manifesting in our daily lives. To “allow” good things, we must first convince ourselves that they are not only possible but also meant for us.

This process of self-convincing isn’t about forced positive thinking; rather, it is about a gentle alignment of our thoughts and beliefs. It involves identifying the mental roadblocks we’ve built over time and systematically replacing them with an understanding of our own potential. When we quiet the inner critic and focus on the feeling of what we want to achieve, we begin to bridge the gap. We move from a state of resistance to a state of “allowing,” where we are finally ready to witness the results of our asking.

Ultimately, the mastery of life comes down to how well we manage our own receptivity. By embracing the idea that we are fundamentally supported and deserving, we change our internal frequency. As we become more convinced of our own worth and the abundance available to us, the “good things” we’ve been seeking begin to show up in unexpected and beautiful ways. The universe has already said “yes”—the only question left is when we will decide to say “yes” to ourselves.

[Reference]:

When you ask, it is given, every single time, no exceptions. You are beloved, blessed Beings who deserve good things—but it takes a self-convincing before you will allow good things.

Excerpted from Boston, MA on 10/2/04

Our Love,
Esther
(and Abraham and Jerry)