Episode 147 – Why Most People Never Get What They Want

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Note: This blog post serves as an accompaniment to the corresponding podcast episode of A Changed Mind, where we’ll distill down the core ideas of this week’s theme, along with additional distinctions and insights. If you haven’t listened to the episode yet, you can go here to do so.  Enjoy.

In this episode of A Changed Mind, David Bayer presents five foundational distinctions for consciously creating the life you desire through mental reprogramming and spiritual alignment. The episode begins with a powerful Harvard study highlighting the brain’s inability to differentiate between imagination and reality—an insight foundational to understanding how we can pre-program success by envisioning it.

The first principle is Desire, which Bayer calls the catalyst for all change. He emphasizes that desire emerges through contrast—experiencing what we don’t want helps us clarify what we do want. The second principle is Decision, where one must commit to their desire without needing to know the “how.” Bayer references Neville Goddard’s teachings on the fourth dimension to explain that everything you desire already exists energetically.

The third principle, Discernment, involves recognizing and acting on life’s clues and synchronicities aligned with your desires. This includes being patient and understanding that not every opportunity leads directly to the outcome—it may be part of a larger redirection. The fourth principle is Relaxing Through the Contrast, urging patience and trust through life’s inevitable setbacks and iterations. Bayer likens this to childbirth, emphasizing that difficulty often precedes the most profound creation.

The fifth and final principle is Faith—faith in the system, in life, and in the unfolding of your desire. He reiterates his master equation: Desire + Non-Resistance = Desired Result, encouraging listeners to align deeply with their desires and remove doubt to fully manifest outcomes. Bayer wraps the episode by urging listeners to share, subscribe, and stay engaged with the community for continued growth.