I Made a Shift

The Shift from “I Wish” to “I Will”: A Homeowner’s Mindset

Charles Dickens once wrote:
“The most important thing in life is to stop saying ‘I wish’ and start saying ‘I will.’ Consider nothing impossible, then treat possibilities as probabilities.”

It’s a powerful reminder that the life we want—and the home we dream of—doesn’t begin with longing. It begins with intention.

From Wishing to Willing

For a long time, I found myself saying things like:
“I wish we had more space.”
“I wish we lived in a quieter neighborhood.”
“I wish we hadn’t sold that house.”

But wishes, while honest, are passive. They keep us rooted in what’s missing instead of moving toward what’s possible.

So I made a shift. I started saying:
“I will find a home that fits our lifestyle.”
“I will create peace, wherever we live.”
“I will trust that every move has meaning.”

And while it hasn’t always been easy—there have been missteps, frustrations, and unexpected turns, there have also been moments of clarity, alignment, and success.

Real Estate as a Mirror

Homeownership is one of the most tangible ways we experience our inner world. The homes we choose, the spaces we create, the neighborhoods we settle in, they all reflect our beliefs about what’s possible.

When we shift from “I wish” to “I will,” we stop waiting for the perfect market, the perfect timing, or the perfect house. We start creating momentum. We start seeing opportunities where we once saw obstacles.

And that’s when the magic happens.

Possibility Becomes Probability

Dickens challenges us to treat possibilities as probabilities. That’s not just optimism, it’s energetic alignment. It’s the same principle echoed in the teachings of Abraham Hicks, Michael A. Singer, and Vadim Zeland: when we align our thoughts, emotions, and actions, the universe responds.

In real estate, that might look like:

• Taking the first step toward downsizing or upsizing.
• Exploring a neighborhood you’ve always admired.
• Saying yes to a home that feels right, even if it’s not what you expected.

What’s Your “I Will”?

Whether you’re dreaming of your first home, considering a move, or simply reimagining your current space—ask yourself:

What have I been wishing for? And what would happen if I turned that into a will?

Let’s Make It Happen

If you’re ready to shift from “I wish” to “I will,” I’m here to help. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just exploring, let’s turn your possibilities into probabilities—together.

Reach out today. Your next chapter is waiting.