As March arrives, bringing renewal and transformation, many of us start thinking about luck. We see four-leaf clovers, rainbows, and pots of gold—symbols of hope and possibility. What if luck isn’t just about chance but about the actions, mindset, and energy you cultivate?
St. Patrick’s Day is more than a festive holiday; it’s a symbol of resilience, growth, and new beginnings. The legend of St. Patrick driving the snakes out of Ireland represents clearing away obstacles to make room for something greater. Likewise, manifesting your destiny starts with shifting your mindset, removing internal roadblocks, and setting yourself up for success.
If you’ve ever felt like luck wasn’t on your side, now is the time to change that. Let’s explore how you can create your own luck this March and beyond.
The Truth About Luck: It’s More Than Just Chance
Many people believe luck is purely random—a fleeting moment of fortune that either finds you or doesn’t. But research tells a different story. Studies on success reveal that so-called “lucky” people share common habits that make them more likely to attract positive opportunities.1
Richard Wiseman, author of The Luck Factor, found that people who consider themselves lucky have a few key traits in common²:
- They stay open to new opportunities.
- They trust their intuition and act on it.
- They maintain a positive outlook, even in the face of setbacks.
In other words, luck isn’t something that just happens—it’s a mindset that shapes your reality.²
This concept also appears in The Breakthrough Code by Tom McCarthy, this month’s featured read in the Thera Tribe Book Club. Like Wiseman, McCarthy emphasizes that success isn’t about waiting for luck to strike—it’s about intentionally designing your future through vision, belief, and bold action.
So, how can you shift your mindset and start creating your own luck? Here are five simple yet powerful ways to get started.
1. Clear Your Path: Remove Mental and Emotional Blocks
Just as St. Patrick “cleared” the land, you need to clear the mental clutter that may be holding you back. Negative self-talk, fear of failure, and limiting beliefs can create roadblocks to success.
Action Step: Identify thoughts that limit your potential. Write down any negative beliefs and actively reframe them. Instead of saying, “I never get lucky,” try replacing it with, “I am always in the right place at the right time.”
2. Set Clear Intentions: Define What You Want
Manifestation thrives on clarity. You wouldn’t embark on a road trip without a destination in mind—why approach your goals any differently? The more specific you are about what you want, the easier it is to align with opportunities that support your vision.
Action Step: Write down your goals and read them aloud each day as if they’ve already happened. For example, “I am thriving in my dream career.” By affirming your vision, you reinforce it in your subconscious mind.
3. Recognize and Embrace Synchronicities
People who create their own luck are keen observers. They notice subtle opportunities and take action when the timing feels right. These moments of perfect alignment—whether it’s a chance encounter, an unexpected invitation, or a sudden spark of inspiration—are not coincidences; they’re signs that you’re on the right path.
Action Step: Keep a “luck journal” this March. Write down any small moments of synchronicity that occur—whether it’s meeting the right person at the right time or stumbling upon a resource that helps you move forward. The more you recognize these moments, the more they’ll appear.
4. Take Aligned Action: Meet the Universe Halfway
Manifestation isn’t just about visualizing—it’s about taking action. Think of luck as a collaboration between intention and effort. You need both sunshine and rain to create a rainbow, just as you need both mindset and action to create success.
McCarthy emphasizes the power of micro-actions—small, consistent steps that compound over time to create massive results.³
Action Step: Break big dreams into smaller steps. If you want a career change, update your resume today. If you’re aiming for better health, schedule a workout this week. The key is to start, no matter how small.
5. Cultivate a Lucky Mindset: Practice Gratitude and Positivity
Optimism doesn’t just make you feel better—it rewires your brain for success.⁴ People with a positive outlook naturally recognize more opportunities and bounce back faster from setbacks.
Action Step: Start a daily gratitude practice. Each night, list three things you’re grateful for—especially in the areas where you want to attract more luck. Gratitude shifts your focus to abundance, making it easier to invite more good fortune into your life.⁵
The Magic of March: Aligning with New Beginnings
March is a month of transformation—the shift from winter to spring, from stagnation to growth. It’s the perfect time to refresh your mindset, set new intentions, and embrace the opportunities around you.
St. Patrick’s Day, with its themes of abundance and luck, serves as a reminder that we often stand closer to our dreams than we realize. But here’s the real secret: The pot of gold isn’t at the end of the rainbow. It’s in the steps you take every day.
Manifestation and Community: The Power of Support
Growth happens faster when you surround yourself with the right people. That’s why community is a key part of transformation. Inside the Thera Tribe Book Club, we explore books like The Breakthrough Code, applying their lessons in real-time to create lasting change.
For those ready to go even deeper, our Beyond Wellness Program provides a holistic approach to mindset shifts, movement, and lifestyle transformation—all with the support of a like-minded community.
You Are the Luck You’re Looking For
This March, don’t wait for luck to find you—create it. Manifestation is about aligning your mindset, energy, and actions so that opportunities naturally flow your way.
So, as you celebrate the season of renewal, wear your green, embrace new beginnings, and remember: Luck isn’t just something that happens to you. It’s something you cultivate, nurture, and create.
And when preparation meets opportunity, success is inevitable.
Resources:
¹ Wiseman, Richard. The Luck Factor: The Scientific Study of the Lucky Mind. Miramax, 2003.
² Wiseman, Richard. “The Luck Factor.” Skeptical Inquirer, vol. 27, no. 3, 2003, pp. 24–29. https://www.richardwiseman.com/resources/The_Luck_Factor.pdf.
³ Clear, James. Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones. Avery, 2018.
⁴ Seligman, Martin E. P. Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life. Vintage, 1991.
⁵ Emmons, Robert A., and Michael E. McCullough. “Counting Blessings Versus Burdens: An Experimental Investigation of Gratitude and Subjective Well-Being in Daily Life.” Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, vol. 84, no. 2, 2003, pp. 377–389.
