Book Summary
Ask and It Is Given by Esther & Jerry Hicks is a transformative book on the Law of Attraction and the power of thoughts in shaping reality. The book is based on messages received from a spiritual entity known as Abraham, which explains how to manifest desires, align with positive energy, and live a joyful life. It provides practical techniques to raise vibrational energy and attract abundance, happiness, and fulfillment.
Key Teachings of the Book
1. The Law of Attraction – “Like Attracts Like”
The Law of Attraction states that what you focus on expands. If you think positive thoughts, you attract positive experiences. Conversely, negative thoughts bring unwanted outcomes. Your emotions serve as a guiding system—good feelings indicate alignment with your desires, while bad feelings show resistance.
Key Quote:
“That which is like unto itself, is drawn.”
2. The Three-Step Process of Manifestation
Abraham describes a simple yet powerful manifestation process:
1️⃣ Ask – Clearly define your desire and set an intention.
2️⃣ It Is Given – The universe immediately responds and begins aligning circumstances to bring it to you.
3️⃣ Allow – You must be in vibrational alignment with your desire, meaning you need to feel and believe that it’s already yours.
Pro Tip: Doubt and resistance block manifestations. The more relaxed and positive you are, the faster your desires come true.
3. Emotional Guidance System
Your emotions indicate whether you’re aligned with your desires. Abraham presents a 22-step Emotional Scale, ranging from Joy, Love, and Gratitude (high vibration) to Fear, Depression, and Despair (low vibration). The goal is to gradually shift toward higher vibrational emotions to attract better experiences.
Example Shift:
🔴 Fear → Anger → Frustration → Hope → Gratitude → Joy 🟢
🔮 22 Powerful Manifestation Techniques
The book provides 22 practical exercises to help shift focus, improve vibration, and allow manifestations to unfold. Some popular ones include:
1. The Rampage of Appreciation
Focus on things you’re grateful for and speak about them enthusiastically to increase positive energy.
2. The Focus Wheel Process
Write a central desire in the middle of a circle and surround it with positive affirmations that support the belief.
3. The Placemat Process
Make two lists—one with tasks you will handle, and another for the Universe to handle. This helps release stress and trust divine timing.
4. Segment Intending
Before starting any new activity (a meeting, driving, cooking), set an intention for how you want it to go. This directs energy purposefully.
5. The Wouldn’t It Be Nice If…
When you want something but feel resistance, instead of saying “I want,” say “Wouldn’t it be nice if…” to reduce pressure and open up possibilities.
Key Takeaways from Ask and It Is Given
- You are a powerful creator – Your thoughts shape your reality.
- The universe is always responding – What you think and feel, you attract.
- Align your emotions – Feeling good means you’re in harmony with your desires.
- Let go of resistance – Doubt, worry, and negativity block manifestations.
- Practice gratitude and joy – The more you appreciate, the more abundance flows to you.
Who Should Read This Book?
- People interested in the Law of Attraction
- Those wanting to manifest success, love, health, or wealth
- Anyone struggling with negative emotions and seeking positivity
- Spiritual seekers looking for a deeper connection with the universe