You Are Not Powerless: How to Take Action Beyond the Ballot Box & Take Back Your Manifesting Power

I don’t get political often, but let me be clear—I’m not happy with what’s happening right now.

We’ve been told that our only power is in our vote. And now that the election is over, we’re hearing “the people have spoken.” But let’s be real—it wasn’t a landslide. Nearly half of this country is being ignored. Worse, many of us are watching our rights, our identities, and even our ability to participate in future elections be systematically erased—all while being told to “calm down” and “just wait until next time.”

For those of us in red states, the usual advice—“write your congressperson!”—feels like a joke. We know they don’t care what we think. They know we’re not voting for them in the midterms, and they’re comfortable ignoring us.

That can feel incredibly disempowering. But here’s the truth:

💥 We are not powerless. 💥

The Lie We’ve Been Told

We’ve been led to believe that politics is the only place power exists. That once we’ve voted, our influence is over.

But look deeper. The people in power—the ones making these sweeping changes that strip away rights—aren’t just politicians. They’re backed by massive corporate interests funneling money into policies that benefit them.

And here’s the part we need to acknowledge (without blame, just awareness):

💰 We made them rich.
💰 We funded their influence.
💰 They used our convenience and habits to gain power.

We didn’t mean to. We got busy, and we got comfortable. We loved our home deliveries, our two-day shipping, our endless streaming services. We liked the ease of swiping a card instead of carrying cash. And honestly? I get it. I’m right there with you.

But they counted on that. They built their power through our dollars, and now they’re using that power against us.

Manifesting Change Through Conscious Action

Manifestation isn’t just about hoping things will get better. It’s about alignment, belief, and action.

We don’t manifest change by sitting back and waiting. We manifest it by choosing where to put our energy and resources. We’ve seen it work in our personal lives—when we align with what we want, take intentional action, and believe in the outcome, things shift.

This is no different.

If we want to see a shift in power, we need to redirect the energy flow. That starts with our money, our attention, and our choices.

What Can We Do?

Here’s the good news: If we made them rich, we can stop feeding them.

Voting may be over, but we vote every day with our money. And if there’s one thing corporations and policymakers actually listen to—it’s financial disruption.

1️⃣ Shift Your Spending (Without Overwhelm)

I’m not saying you have to overhaul your entire lifestyle overnight. But every shift, no matter how small, makes a difference.

• Start small. Pick one major corporation you no longer want to support and replace it with a local alternative.

• Use cash when possible. Every card swipe feeds the financial system that funds the policies working against us.

• Buy from businesses that align with your values. Stop funding the ones actively working to take away rights.

2️⃣ Participate in Economic Resistance

A simple but powerful first step? A one-day financial blackout.

The People's Union USA (their website is https://jointhepeoplesunion.com) is organizing several economic protests that don't even involve you carrying a sign or going to a march.  Perfect for civic minded introverts!  On Feb 28, 2025 let's unite and agree to:

🚫 No spending for 24 hours.
🚫 No Amazon, Walmart, Target, or big-box retailers.
🚫 No fast food, no streaming, no unnecessary purchases.

If you must buy something, choose small, local businesses. Keep your money in your community.

Put this in your calendar right now and set a reminder for yourself. Imagine what could happen if enough of us showed up for this collective act of financial alignment.  And instead of spending time scroll shopping or streaming with a service that doesn't support you - hang out with those you care about and reconnect, take a DVD out of your local library (OMG!  It's like Blockbuster BUT FREE!) or make an adventure out of finding and patronizing local or small businesses where you know the cash you spend there will stay in your community and support that family rather than a c-suite board member.

Will this single day fix everything? No. But manifestation teaches us that even small, intentional actions send ripples into the collective energy. When we act in alignment with change, we create the space for bigger shifts to unfold. But it’s a first move in a bigger strategy. It sends a signal that we see what’s happening, and we are willing to take action.  Plus you just might break your cycle of over consumption you didn't know you were programmed with AND you might make a new friend in a local shop owner.

3️⃣ Be the Change—Inspire Others

One person making an aligned choice can inspire a movement.

We’ve seen it happen before. Every major shift in history started with one rebellious act of defiance. One person who said, No. Not anymore. Not like this.

This is how manifestation works on a larger scale. When one person stands in their power, others follow. And that energy builds momentum.

So I’ll ask you—what will be your first act of defiance? What aligned action can you take today to manifest the change you want to see?

You Are Not Powerless

They are counting on our helplessness. They want us to believe we have no choice but to sit back and ride it out.

But we do have a choice. We get to decide where our money, time, and energy go.

If you’re ready to take that power back, start today. One shift. One choice. One action that aligns with the world you want to create.

Because they may have the money, but we have the numbers. And when we decide to act, we change everything.

About Michele

I’m Michele, your Co-Creative Soul Coach & Friendly Neighborhood Super Woo—here to help you reclaim your power, align your energy, and manifest a life you love. Manifestation isn’t just about positive thinking—it’s about taking inspired action that shifts your reality.

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