The Law of Assumption

The text of this video was written in the 1920s by H. Spencer Lewis, the co-founder of the Rosicrucian Order, AMORC. In it, he explains the proper way in which to make one's life happier and more abundantly supplied with the good things in life by applying the simple principles of the Law of Assumption.

This video explores how the Rosicrucian principle of assumption can be used to bring about real, positive change in our lives. The core idea is that by consciously assuming the characteristics, mindset, and lifestyle of an ideal person we envision, we can gradually transform ourselves and our reality in alignment with that vision.

The video begins by highlighting that the more deeply Rosicrucian teachings are explored and practiced, the more effective and life-enhancing they become. One of the most powerful tools within this philosophy is the principle of assumption—the deliberate mental act of imagining ourselves as already possessing the qualities and circumstances we desire.

Rather than envying those who seem to live ideal lives, the mystic approach is to be inspired by them. We are encouraged to create a mental image of an ideal person—someone who embodies happiness, health, prosperity, kindness, and inner peace. This imagined person serves as a blueprint for who we want to become.

Once this ideal is clearly visualized, the key is to assume the identity of this person in our thoughts and actions. For a few hours each day, act, think, and feel as though we are already this ideal version of ourselves. Smile more, speak kindly, carry ourselves with confidence, and behave as if our life is already aligned with our vision. This isn't mere wishful thinking—it's a creative, psychological process rooted in ancient metaphysical principles.

Consistency is crucial. The assumption must be carried out with sincerity and conviction. By repeatedly "being" this person in our mind and in our everyday behavior, we begin to attract and manifest the circumstances, people, and opportunities that match our inner transformation.

A vital point the video emphasizes is the singleness of identity. We are not pretending to be someone else—we are becoming the person we have visualized. The duality of self and the ideal must dissolve. There is only one being: the individual, fully transformed into the ideal character through focused, conscious assumption. The creative power used in this process is considered a divine gift, unique to human consciousness.

To summarize, the principle of assumption is a powerful metaphysical tool. When practiced sincerely, it becomes a vehicle for self-realization and fulfillment. By mentally stepping into our ideal lives and embodying that reality, we are not performing a miracle—we are participating in a natural, universal law. This video encourages viewers to practice this daily and promises that in time, this internal change will create lasting external results.