Does it seem like some people have all the luck? They lead happy lives filled with abundance, vitality, successful careers and rewarding relationships. Are they just born lucky? Maybe, but what matters most is knowing if we have the ability to change our own luck and improve our lives. People seem to think luck is a matter of chance. But imagine if all you had to do was learn a new set of skills, and then allow yourself time and patience to practice them. Consider what you could create if you knew luck was on your side! Below, in condensed format, are some basic skills needed to increase luck:

1. Identify, Visualize and Affirm

Luck is a matter of knowing exactly what is wanted, combined with strong inner beliefs which allow the right opportunities to present themselves. Our responsibility is to fill ourselves with exciting ideas. Take the time typically spent on disruptions, inner criticism, worrying and distractions and find a few exciting ideas of how you would wish life to look. See yourself in your ideal home, decorated exactly the way you want it look and feel. Visualize joyful partnerships, a rewarding career, or a life filled with abundance. Picture yourself being recognized and appreciated by people. See the look of validation and respect on their faces. Every day, spend some time sitting quietly and bringing your dream to mind. See the details, hear how wonderful it would all be. Feel the excitement. Write it down. Put together a simple picture collage of your dream. Imagine the benefits that you are able to bring about in the lives of others with your newly created dreams.

2. Expect Miracles Everyday

Expect good things to happen to you. Be receptive and open to good things happening for you. Have hopeful intentions about exciting new opportunities. Expect good fortune. It may not happen overnight, but decide to hold onto your expectations for as long as it takes. Eventually your thoughts become your beliefs, which then become a self-fulfilling prophesy. When we are willing to believe, really believe in miracles, then they will take place in your life. This willingness to believe is what takes time, persistence and effort. Change inner language to reinforce optimism and seeing the glass as half full instead of half empty. Replace the words,