Feeling like you’re constantly running into bad luck, missed opportunities, or just a string of “why me?” moments? Enter Lucky Girl Syndrome, the viral mindset trend on TikTok that’s all about flipping the script. Instead of focusing on setbacks, followers of this manifestation method claim that declaring yourself lucky—every single day—can actually shift your reality. From small wins like snagging a free coffee to life-changing opportunities seemingly appearing out of nowhere, people are seeing proof that a little optimism (and a lot of belief) might just make the universe work in their favor.
So, how does it work? We broke down some simple steps to be the living embodiment of luck, below:
How to Practice Lucky Girl Syndrome
1. Embody the energy of luck
Manifesting luck starts with living like a lucky person. Motivational speaker Mel Robbins advises acting as if you’re already that person. “If you want to be someone who’s lucky, start behaving as though you already are,” she said in her book The 10 Best Life Hacks I’ve Learned. Whether it’s a job interview, date, or important meeting, approach it with confidence and excitement, repeating, “I’m so lucky that this is going to go my way,” and truly believing good things are on the horizon.
2. Surround yourself with positive people
The company you keep matters. Research shows that happiness, optimism, and even loneliness can be contagious. Being around positive, supportive friends reinforces a Lucky Girl mindset. Consider joining clubs, classes, or volunteer organizations that align with your interests to soak up uplifting energy.
3. Talk about your goals
Sharing your hopes with trusted friends helps remove subconscious fears and opens doors to unexpected opportunities. Lucky Girl Syndrome assumes that anyone you meet could help you in your journey, so don’t be afraid to speak your intentions aloud.
Why It Works
Lucky Girl Syndrome draws from the law of assumption, popularized by writer Neville Goddard, which suggests that believing something is already true can shape your reality. Goddard wrote that assuming “the feeling of the wish fulfilled” allows individuals to live in a state of gratitude, acting as if they’ve already achieved their goals.
Experts agree that mindset plays a key role. Manifestation coach Juliette Kristine Conner explains that affirmations work best when you’re in a positive emotional state. “Trying to tell yourself that you’re lucky when you are feeling down will make it feel pushed and forced, like you’re lying to yourself,” she told Today.com. By believing things are working out, your brain’s reticular activating system filters your experiences to reinforce that mindset.
Whether you’re seeking new opportunities, manifesting love or simply aiming for a more positive outlook, Lucky Girl Syndrome encourages you to think like luck is already on your side—and maybe, just maybe, it will be.
