Intentions have always been my compass. They guide me when life feels uncertain, reminding me of what truly matters. But I’ll admit—sometimes my intentions don’t play out the way I imagined. It’s in those moments when things take an unexpected twist, that I’ve learned the most about myself and what I’m capable of. 
Recently, I’ve been reflecting on a time when I set an intention to pursue a career goal I was passionate about. I had it all planned out—the steps, the timeline, everything. But life threw me a curveball: a family emergency completely derailed my progress. For a while, I felt stuck, questioning whether I could ever get back on track.
Then I came across Dr. Joe Dispenza’s book, Becoming Supernatural, and it changed my perspective. He talks about how intentions are more than just goals—they’re a combination of clear focus and elevated emotions, like gratitude or hope. I realized I didn’t need everything to go perfectly to keep moving forward. What I needed was to reconnect with why that goal mattered to me and focus my energy on what I could do.
When Intentions Meet Twists
That shift in mindset helped me see the twist for what it was: not a failure, but a redirection. Instead of clinging to my original plan, I asked myself:
- What am I learning from this detour?
- How can I use this moment to grow and adapt?
Dispenza’s teachings reminded me that setbacks are part of the process. They’re not roadblocks—they’re opportunities to deepen our commitment to our intentions. So, I restructured my approach, found creative ways to stay connected to my goals, and kept going. It wasn’t the straight path I had envisioned, but it taught me resilience and flexibility.
Living with Intentions: The Real Magic
The most powerful lesson I’ve learned is that intentions aren’t about control—they’re about alignment. It’s not about rigidly forcing life to match my plans but about staying grounded in my why and being open to where the journey takes me.
Dr. Dispenza’s book highlights that when we pair intentions with elevated emotions, 
we’re not just setting goals—we’re creating a reality where those goals can thrive. I’ve felt that shift. Even when life throws twists, I focus on how I want to feel and let that guide my actions.
So, I continue to set intentions—to grow, to love, to create—and I embrace the unexpected as part of the process. Because the real magic of intentions isn’t in the destination; it’s in the transformation that happens along the way.