The 17-Second Rule: How a Few Seconds of Focus Can Change Your Life
Have you heard of the 17 second rule?
The 17-second rule, introduced by Abraham Hicks, is a concept based on the idea that focusing on a positive thought for at least 17 seconds begins to activate the Law of Attraction.
According to Abraham Hicks, 17 seconds of pure, undiluted focus on a desired thought without contradiction or distraction is enough to start creating a vibrational match with what you want.
Here’s a breakdown of how it works:
Start with 17 Seconds: Hold a single thought related to your desire for at least 17 seconds without wavering or letting in any contradicting ideas. This begins to align your vibration with that thought.
Build Up to 68 Seconds: Once you’ve reached the initial 17 seconds, continuing the focus on that thought for additional 17-second intervals (up to 68 seconds total) amplifies your attraction power. According to Hicks, holding a thought consistently for 68 seconds can significantly strengthen your vibrational alignment with that desire.
Consistency is Key: The rule emphasizes that it’s not enough to think about something briefly or sporadically. By deliberately focusing on a positive or desired outcome for at least 17 seconds, you start to generate momentum in a positive direction, which can then be amplified over time with additional focus.
Aligning with Your Emotions: Since Abraham Hicks also teaches that emotions indicate vibrational alignment, the 17-second rule is ideally practiced with a focus that feels good and uplifting. The positive emotions that come from focusing on a desired outcome help reinforce and attract similar energies into your life.
The core idea behind the 17-second rule is to practice consistent, joyful focus on what you want, knowing that this focus attracts more thoughts, feelings, and circumstances that are in harmony with your desires. It’s essentially a mini-exercise in using focused thought as a manifestation tool.
