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Laura D'Olimpio, Associate Professor of Philosophy of Education, University of Birmingham

Manifesting has a dark side – there are problems with believing our thoughts have so much power

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Have you tried manifesting? It’s hard to escape on social media – the idea that you can will what you desire into reality through the power of belief. This could be financial success, romantic love or sporting glory.

Singer Dua Lipa, who headlined Glastonbury festival in June 2024, has said that performing on Friday night at the festival was “on her dream board”. “If you’re manifesting out there, be specific – because it might happen!”

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