Jacqueline Trumbull and Kibby McMahon
Jacqueline Trumbull and Kibby McMahon
Manifestation: Path to Your Dreams or Just Wishful Thinking?
Manifestation: Path to Your Dreams or Just Wishful Thinking?
Manifestation: Path to Your Dreams or Just Wishful Thinking?
Wednesday 3rd September 2025
Two psychologists explore the science behind manifestation and its impact on mental health in this engaging episode.
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Episode Overview
- Manifestation can influence behaviour positively or negatively.
- Negative self-talk may sabotage personal goals.
- Visualisation should include realistic steps to achieve goals.
- Positive affirmations can improve self-worth when grounded in reality.
- Manifestation's effectiveness is debated among psychologists.
If you act as if, or if you start believing in the good, you'll generate more good because you'll influence other people.
Ever wondered if manifestation is the secret to achieving your dreams or just wishful thinking? Jacqueline Trumbull and Dr. Kibby McMahon, two sceptical psychologists, take a light-hearted yet thorough look at this popular concept. With a mix of humour and scientific inquiry, they explore whether the idea that you can get everything you want just by thinking about it holds any water. Inspired by the book 'The Secret', manifestation has become a buzzword, but does it really work?
Jacqueline and Kibby share their initial doubts, but also delve into elements of manifestation that might be beneficial, especially from a psychological perspective. They discuss the influence of negative self-talk and how it might sabotage our goals, drawing parallels with Jim Carrey's famous story of writing himself a $10 million cheque. The episode touches on the power of positive affirmations and visualisation, while cautioning against unrealistic fantasies that might backfire.
The duo also shares personal anecdotes, including Kibby's reflections on her own struggles with self-worth and the influence of social media manifestation influencers. With engaging dialogue and relatable stories, this episode is a thoughtful exploration of whether manifestation is a path to your dreams or just a pipe dream. So, is it time to start manifesting your way to success, or should you take a more grounded approach?
Tune in for an entertaining and insightful discussion that might just change your perspective.