Manifestation + Action: The Real Formula for Success

In the latest episode of The Twisted Truth, host Corey Wesley breaks down a hard truth about manifestation—visualizing success is only half the battle. The other half? Taking real, tangible steps toward your goals. In this deeply personal and motivational episode, Corey shares his own journey as an author, discussing how he overcame imposter syndrome, embraced his struggles, and turned dreams into reality through action.

The Myth of Passive Manifestation

We’ve all heard it before: Believe in it, and it will come. The law of attraction tells us that if we envision success, we will achieve it. But Corey is here to tell you that manifestation without action is just wishful thinking. He spent years manifesting the idea of writing books, but nothing happened—until he actually sat down and started writing.

"I manifested writing books for years, yes, for years, but nothing happened until I started putting in the work."

Manifestation isn’t a magic trick—it’s the starting point. The real magic happens when you commit, take risks, and put in the effort to bring your vision to life.

Turning Ideas Into Reality

So, how do you go from dream to execution? Corey outlines the steps he took to turn his ideas into books:

1. Jot Down Your Ideas – Every book starts with a single thought. Write it down, no matter how messy.
2. Identify Your Theme – What message are you trying to convey? Love, resilience, self-discovery? Define it.
3. Do Your Research – Watch YouTube videos, read articles, and learn from others in your field.
4. Develop Your Characters – If writing fiction, take inspiration from real life but tweak details to create something unique.
5. Create a One-Page Summary – If you can’t pitch your book in 30 seconds, you might need to refine your focus.
6. Use Tools & Resources – AI, writing prompts, structured outlines, and community feedback can all help you stay on track.

Corey also emphasizes that failure is a crucial part of the process. His first books weren’t perfect, and he openly admits that some needed refining. But that’s the beauty of growth—each attempt makes you better.

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

One of the biggest roadblocks to success is self-doubt. Many aspiring writers never start because they’re afraid they’re not good enough. Corey knows this feeling all too well.

"I was scared. I was intimidated. And then I looked at all the talent out there, and I reminded myself—I’m talented too."

The key? Believe in yourself, love yourself, and trust yourself. Stop seeking external validation and start proving to yourself that you can do it.

Silence the Doubters—And Yourself

Another powerful lesson from this episode is the importance of keeping your projects to yourself—until they’re ready. Inspired by Tom Ford’s philosophy, Corey warns against "talking up" your plans before they’re fully developed.

"When you talk it up, it creates expectations from others, and suddenly, you’re working to meet their standards instead of your own."

Instead of seeking approval, let your work speak for itself. Focus on creating, refining, and learning—then drop it like a bomb when it’s ready.

Manifestation + Action = Success

At the end of the day, dreaming alone won’t get you where you want to go. You have to put in the work. Whether it’s writing a book, launching a business, or starting a creative project, success comes from pairing vision with effort.

So, what are you manifesting? And more importantly, what’s stopping you from taking action today?

As Corey always says:

"Believe in yourself. Love yourself. Trust yourself. And stay blessed."