Imagine discovering that two seemingly different paths lead to the exact same destination. In the world of manifesting your dreams, the Law of Assumption and the Law of Attraction are often seen as distinct methods. People sometimes debate which one is “better” or more real. But here’s the uplifting truth: they are fundamentally saying the same thing, just in different words. By recognizing their shared principles, we can end the division and double our manifesting power with clarity and confidence.
What is the Law of Attraction?
The Law of Attraction (LOA) is a popular concept that gained widespread attention through books and figures like Rhonda Byrne (author of The Secret) and Esther Hicks (who channels the teachings of Abraham Hicks). At its core, the Law of Attraction teaches that “like attracts like,” meaning we attract experiences that match our dominant thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. In other words, if you focus on positive thoughts and envision your desired outcomes, you’ll attract positive opportunities and results into your life.
LOA encourages us to think about what we want, not what we fear. As Rhonda Byrne famously put it, “The law of attraction simply gives you whatever it is you are thinking about.” This means your dominant thoughts set the direction for what unfolds. Abraham Hicks similarly teaches that feeling good aligns you with good things, emphasizing that when you raise your emotional vibration, you become a magnet for your desires. Ultimately, this approach helps you believe in the possibility of your dreams and feel as if your goal is already on its way.
What is the Law of Assumption?
The Law of Assumption comes primarily from the teachings of Neville Goddard, a spiritual teacher and author from the mid-20th century. Neville’s approach centres on the idea that whatever you assume to be true will manifest in your reality. Instead of focusing on “attracting” something from the outside world, the Law of Assumption invites you to embody the state of your wish fulfilled internally. You assume the feeling of your desire as if it’s already accomplished, and by doing so, you cause it to become real.
Neville Goddard often advised students to “live in the end.” This means you mentally live as though your desire has already happened, allowing that feeling to guide your thoughts and actions. As Neville famously said, “Assume you are what you want to be, and you will become it.” This powerful statement underlines that by embracing the identity and feelings of your fulfilled desire, you effectively command reality to mirror that assumption. The Law of Assumption relies on the power of belief and imagination: if you persist in the assumption of your wish fulfilled, the external world eventually conforms to match that inner conviction.
Rather than “wanting” or longing (which implies lack), you practice knowing and feeling that your goal is already achieved on an unseen level. Faith and persistence are your allies in this practice. Neville taught that “faith is loyalty to the unseen reality,” reminding us that maintaining belief in our vision, even before we see it, is what brings it forth.
Different Terminology, Shared Principles
At first glance, the Law of Attraction and the Law of Assumption use different language and techniques. One talks about vibrations and attraction, while the other talks about assumption and living in the end. These terms might sound different, but they are two sides of the same coin of manifestation. Here’s why:
- Belief is the Key: Both teachings stress the power of belief. Neville Goddard said, “It is not what you want that you attract; you attract what you believe to be true.” Likewise, the Law of Attraction teaches that your dominant thoughts will attract corresponding outcomes. In both cases, your deep-seated beliefs set the course for your reality.
- Feel As If It’s Done: Both require living as if your desire is already fulfilled. Neville’s advice to “assume the feeling of the wish fulfilled” mirrors the Law of Attraction practice of visualizing and feeling the joy of your goal as if it’s here now. Whether you call it aligning your vibration or acting as if, the key is to emotionally experience your desired reality right now.
- Focus on the End, Not the Lack: Both warn against dwelling on what’s missing. In Law of Attraction, focusing on “not having” something only attracts more lack; similarly, in Law of Assumption, noticing absence means you haven’t fully assumed it. The solution in both is to shift your attention to the fulfilled desire and feel abundant or grateful now, inviting the outcome to manifest.
- The Subconscious & Feeling: Both approaches emphasize impressing the subconscious mind through feeling. Neville taught that feelings and assumed beliefs sink into the subconscious and then must express in the outer world. Law of Attraction likewise holds that sustained positive feelings reprogram your subconscious expectations. In each case, inner feeling, and belief lead to outer results. As Abraham Hicks puts it, “the better you feel, the more in alignment you are” with your desires.
In short, the Law of Attraction and the Law of Assumption are not competing laws at all – they are describing one fundamental truth: we create our reality via our consciousness. Whether we talk about “attracting” something with our vibration or materializing it by assumption, the underlying mechanism is the same – our focused thoughts and feelings. Both require you to claim your desire mentally and emotionally before it shows up physically.
No Need for Debate – Embrace the Unity
When we realize the Law of Attraction and Law of Assumption are essentially the same principle in action, it becomes clear that there’s no need to choose sides or debate which is “better.” Yet people often split into camps—some swear by the Law of Attraction, others by Neville’s Law of Assumption—missing the bigger picture that both approaches complement each other.
Both groups share an empowering belief that our thoughts and feelings directly shape our life experiences. Instead of arguing over terminology, we can celebrate this shared understanding. When you realize it’s the same law just described in different terms, it’s liberating. You can read Neville Goddard’s works and practice Abraham Hicks’ meditations without confusion because you’ll see they are reinforcing one another.
Think of it like speaking two languages that describe the same event. Whether you say, “like attracts like” or “assume and it will be,” you’re talking about the identical process of manifestation. Knowing this, you can stop second-guessing if you’re using the “right” technique. The best technique is the one that helps you personally believe and feel your wish into being.
By embracing the unity of these teachings, you dissolve any internal resistance that comes from trying to intellectually figure out “which law is true.” You can confidently trust in your power to shape reality, without getting caught up in semantics.
Harnessing the Best of Both Worlds
Understanding that the Law of Attraction and the Law of Assumption are one allows you to draw wisdom from both and supercharge your manifesting practice. Here are some empowering ways to unify these perspectives and apply them in your life:
- Set a Clear Intention: First, get clear on what you want. Both approaches begin with a clear desire. Write it down or visualize it vividly — clarity is powerful.
- Believe It’s Possible (Assume It’s Yours): Decide to believe that your desired outcome is already unfolding. Maintain a positive expectation and assume it’s already accomplished in your mind. For example, if you want a fulfilling career, begin assuming you are already in that role, feeling the confidence and joy of it. (As Rhonda Byrne advises, see your desire as an “absolute fact.”
- Feel the Emotions of Fulfilment: Take time each day to feel as though your wish is already fulfilled. Use whatever helps you evoke this feeling (for example, a detailed visualization or a few moments of grateful daydreaming). Really embrace the gratitude, relief, or excitement you’d feel if it were real right now. This elevated emotion is the vibrational match that LOA talks about, and the convincing impression on the subconscious that Neville emphasized
- Persist with Faith, Let Go of Doubt: Stay persistent and keep the faith. If results don’t appear immediately, resist falling into doubt. Continue returning to the feeling of your wish fulfilled and trust the process. Know that the universe (or your subconscious mind) is working behind the scenes to arrange things in your favour. Neville advised being loyal to your unseen reality, while LOA teaches to “let go and allow.” Both mean stay confident and don’t worry about the how or when. Your desire will come at the perfect time as long as you remain aligned.
Final Thoughts
Embracing this shared truth is freeing and empowering, because it reminds us that our own consciousness is the operant power behind any manifestation method. Instead of dividing into camps, we can unite and focus on mastering this inner power.
So, the next time someone asks whether they should use Law of Attraction or Law of Assumption, remember they’re different labels for the same fundamental law. Use whichever terminology and techniques resonate with you, or blend both, knowing that as long as you believe in your vision and feel it real, you are harnessing the most potent force for change.
Believe in the best for yourself, assume it’s possible, and watch how life responds in kind. After all, “we are like magnets – like attracts like. You become and attract what you think.” Stay positive, stay faithful to your vision, and enjoy the journey of turning your assumptions and thoughts into an amazing reality.
