Welcome to your new beginning! Ever wondered how some people seem to get luckier than others? This guide dives deep into how to get lucky through simple yet powerful steps.
Unpacking Luck: What It Is and What It Isn’t
With internet trends like “lucky girl syndrome,” getting lucky is celebrated and desired everywhere. But what does it really mean, and how can we manifest it in our lives?
The common misconception is that luck is something you either have or you don’t. Yet, evidence suggests that luck is much more nuanced. Instead of waiting for a fairy godmother to sprinkle magic dust on you, it’s about making a mindset shift and taking daily actions that proactively attract luck into your life.
Based on my observation of lucky people around me, they tend to share a few core traits: they are humble and grateful, easily content, energized and healthy, fully engage with their surroundings, cherish diverse experiences, and persist through hardships.
So, rather than lamenting a lack of luck, channel your inner alchemist and create the golden opportunities you seek. After all, if you want to be lucky, you have to put in the work to rewire your brain and start acting!
Making Your Own Luck: 4 Luck Factors by Wiseman
Luck is not as mysterious as it seems; it’s more like a buffet of opportunities waiting for you to dig in, and yes, psychology has some juicy research to back it up. Richard Wiseman, a psychologist who has spent years studying the concept of luck. In his book The Luck Factor, he shared four core personality traits consistently found among his subjects who are lucky.
1. Creating Chance Opportunities
The more people you meet, places you go, things you try, the more chances you give luck to find you.
As an introvert, my social battery depletes fast throughout the day. Instead of being at every party, just increase exposure that feel aligned to you. If you are someone who likes nature, join a running club or reading event at a park. If you are curious, attend a workshop, engage in online forums, or take a new class. Use deep listening and observation, introverts often notice what others miss.
2. Listen to Lucky Hunches
Lucky people make successful decisions by trusting their intuition. It is a feeling of “this is the right path,” even without full logic.
For example, you can always feel the vibe during job interviews. If you feel uneasy throughout the interview, it’s the best that you listen to your gut. It is trying to alert you about potential issues.
Not all inner voices are instinct. It is usually subtle and you feel peaceful when you embrace it. Practices like journaling, quiet walks, and meditation strengthen this muscle.
Just remember: intuition only creates luck if you act on it.
3. Expect Good Fortune
Self-fulfilling prophecy happens a lot from our day-to-day lives as our mindset sets the direction for our actions and what we attract.
Lucky people expect good things to happen, which leads them to notice the positives, persist longer, and bounce back more easily.
A simple exercise for this is to affirm yourself 3 times every morning and have a gratitude journal to reinforce the happy feelings that good things brought to you. When you raise your energy, you become a magnet for even more good things.
However, expecting good things doesn’t mean assuming the world owes you success. That’s self-entitlement, where someone overestimates what they deserve without effort or awareness of risk.
A healthy lucky mindset, on the other hand, is grounded in optimism with humility. It’s believing good things can happen, staying open to them, and showing up fully, while also accepting that outcomes are uncertain with consistent effort required.
It’s not “I deserve this without me putting efforts,” but “I’m doing my part, and I trust good things will unfold in their time.”
4. Turn Bad Luck into Goodune
According to the examples from the book: one subject imagined being shot in a robbery and said, “I could’ve died, I’m lucky I survived!” vs. an unlucky person who said, “Why does this always happen to me?”
Lucky people are resilient. When bad things happen, they don’t dwell; they reframe setbacks as lessons or hidden blessings.
Unlike toxic positivity, which forces a smile and denies pain, this mindset is rooted in emotional honesty. It doesn’t sugarcoat struggle, it is about full acceptance and transformation. Setbacks are inevitable, but growth is optional. Lucky people use setbacks as fuel.
5. Healthy Body and Mind
Luck isn’t about waiting for a cosmic dice roll. It’s about mindset, action, and how you respond to life’s surprises. And at the foundation of it all? Your physical and mental health.
When your energy is strong, your instinct sharpens and your spirit stays open, and that’s when luck can flow into your life.
While this factor isn’t one of the official four luck factors from Wiseman’s research, it’s something I’ve consistently observed in my own life and others.
How to Get Lucky Every Day: 10 Proven Actions
Luck isn’t just about waiting for serendipity to knock on your door; it’s about rolling up your sleeves and creating your own magic. Here are some actions you can take today that will sprinkle good fortune into your daily life:
1. Lucky Girl Diary (Journal)
This is where I document how I intentionally cultivate luck in my life. I record the practices I’ve tested, how they’ve influenced my energy and outcomes, and the testimonies of how my manifestations unfolded. Through this exercise, I became more positive and shifted my mindset from scarcity to abundance. It trained me to spot new opportunities more easily.
I did it on Notion because it has both table and calendar views to visualize the logs. I could also build databases to record what I learn about becoming lucky.
2. Do charity or volunteer to help
Good deeds can influence your life path through accumulating good karma. This principle is highlighted in major religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Christianity, and Islam. While fate exists, many traditions teach that it is not entirely fixed – it can be softened, redirected, or transformed through conscious virtue.
One real-life example of this comes from Liao-Fan’s Four Lessons (了凡四训, Liǎo Fán Sì Xùn), a Chinese autobiographical text that shows how a man during the Ming Dynasty changed his destined life path through good deeds and inner cultivation. It’s a story worth exploring if you’re curious.
However, intent matters. True help or charity should be done with sincerity and no expectation of reward. Even small good deeds, such as lending items, giving food, offering help, speaking kindly, can generate positive karmic momentum.
3. Affirmative Quotes Phone/Desktop Wallpapers
To build a positive mindset, it’s important to affirm yourself consistently. In this digital era, we carry our phones everywhere we go, and we work and study using computers and tablets a lot. Hence, it is effective to have affirmative quote wallpapers on the gadgets. Each time we unlock the screens, we are greeted by an uplifting message.
If wallpapers aren’t your thing, you can also try:
- Setting affirmation reminders or notifications through an app
- Placing sticky notes or affirmation cards around your room, mirror, or workspace
4. Essential Oils
If you are into aromatherapy, essential oils are very powerful tools to help increase your vibrational energy. My favourite ritual is I place a few drops of essential oil on my palms, rub them together to warm it up, inhale deeply a few times, and gently apply it to my chest. This instantly grounds me and lifts my mood.
Want to know which oils are best for manifestation? Read here for the top 21 essential oils and their manifesting properties.
A few suggestions depending on your need:
- Young Living Essential Oil Blends: Perfect for those who want a ready blend of essential oils crafted for intentions such as joy, clarity, stress relief, and strengthening faith.
- Edens Garden Top Essential Oils 6 Set: A great starter set for anyone new to essential oils: pure, premium, and versatile for everyday use.
- Young Living Everyday Oils Collection: You get a set of 100% pure essential oils, featuring 10 popular blends and singles.
- Magic Herbs and Essential Oils by Art of The Root: Ideal for those open to exploring magical and spiritual uses of oils.
5. Mindfulness Practices
Stay present! Practicing mindfulness is a great way to nurture your instincts!
Engage in self-care activities with full attention, whether it’s a sport, a walk in nature, or mindfully savoring your morning coffee. The more you practice being in the moment, the clearer your intuition will become.
You can also explore chakra healing as a mindfulness practice. Balancing your chakras can support mental clarity, energetic alignment, and a deeper connection to your inner self and The Universe.
6. Meditation
Regular meditation resets your mental chatter, helping you tap into that quiet strength within. Even just ten minutes a day can work wonders!
There are many guided meditations available on YouTube with different intentions, including affirmations, meditation, stress relief, and manifestation. If you want a script that can be adjusted for your preference, check it out here.
For those seeking a deeper experience, consider a 10-day Vipassana meditation retreat at Dhamma centers. In the 10 days, you will disconnect from talking with others, phones, and gadgets. You will be guided to meditate in a group and alone. These courses are free of charge and available worldwide, with optional donations at the end. Many participants have said they benefited from the course for trauma release and spiritual awakening as the stillness allows buried thoughts and emotions to surface and be processed.
7. Do cleaning regularly
In Chinese feng shui, a cluttered space blocks the flow of good energy (chi), making it harder for positivity and luck to circulate in your life. From a scientific perspective, clean, well-lit spaces with good airflow are also proven to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
So the next time you feel stuck or frustrated, try tidying up your space, whether it’s your room, desk, or the house. You might be surprised how clearing your physical environment can help unblock your mind and shift your energy.
8. Meet new people and try new activities
Want to invite more luck into your life? Break out of your routine! Try a new café, attend an unfamiliar event, or take a different route to work. You don’t get a different result if you’re doing your life the same way every day. Each new experience is a chance for luck to find you.
My favorite way to seek new exposure is traveling. Being in a new environment and admiring the beauty of cultures, people, and scenery all elevates your mood. These moments naturally trigger dopamine and endorphin release, boosting your sense of joy and receptivity. It’s a plus if it comes with great local food!
However, this isn’t just about good vibes; it’s backed by science. According to neuroscience research, taking a new route or trying unfamiliar experiences stimulates the brain’s neuroplasticity, its ability to form new neural connections. A 2015 study published in Current Biology found that when people navigated new environments, their hippocampus (the region associated with memory and spatial awareness) became more active and adaptive. This flexibility enhances mental alertness, creativity, and cognitive resilience, which indirectly makes you more open to spotting opportunities, aka luck.
So, when you feel stuck in a loop, do something new. Even a small change in your routine can create space for surprises and serendipity.
9. Celebrate Small Wins
Every time you achieve a goal or milestone, celebrate it! The reward could be as small as a milk tea treat; it’s about positive reinforcement.
Recognizing these small victories reinforces a positive outlook and invites more good vibes your way.
10. Crystals
Crystals have long been used as energetic tools to support manifestation, clarity, and alignment. Certain crystals are believed to open doorways for luck and abundance, especially when paired with intention.
✨ Check out these guides to get started:
- Best Crystals for Manifestation and How to Use Them
- How to Create a Powerful Crystal Grid for Manifestation Triumph
By weaving these habits into your daily life, you’re not just hoping for lucky breaks; you’re actively creating a luckier version of yourself. So, get out there and charm the universe!
Signs You’re on the Right Track to Becoming Lucky
When you shift your perspective to expect success, strange things start to happen. If you want to assess whether you are on the right track, here are a few signs that include embodying the 5 traits above:
- You trust your intuition more.
You notice that gut feelings guide you more often, and you’re acting on them with confidence. - You spot opportunities more easily.
Whether it’s a new job, a new venture, a connection, or a solution, you’re noticing things others might overlook. - You start to embrace uncertainty because that’s where good luck surprises you.
Instead of fearing the unknown, you see it as the space where unexpected good things can happen. - You’re more open and connected to the present.
You meet the right people, have meaningful conversations, and feel more in flow with what’s around you. - You are more resilient.
Setbacks don’t derail you like they used to; you bounce back sooner and often find hidden lessons in the process.
These are subtle shifts, but they’re powerful signs. They show that you’re drawing luck in.
Balance Optimism with Realism: Luck vs Toxic Positivity
Here’s a word of caution: Don’t confuse luck with toxic positivity. It’s important to draw a line between cultivating luck and falling into the trap of toxic positivity.
Being lucky often stems from staying open to opportunities, taking action to solve obstacles, and having the mindset that things can work out. Toxic positivity, on the other hand, ignores genuine struggles and dismisses difficult emotions in favor of forced optimism.
Where luck invites growth through resilience and awareness, toxic positivity can lead to denial and stagnation. Getting lucky isn’t about faking happiness; it’s about staying grounded while still believing in possibility.
Conclusion
Congratulations on completing your journey to unlocking daily fortune! Remember, luck isn’t just chance – it’s a lifestyle. Embrace these principles, and watch your world transform.
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