For 15 years, I dedicated myself to my private therapy practice, helping others heal and transform their lives. But deep inside, I felt a persistent nudge—an undeniable calling to sing. Not just in my car or the shower, but in front of thousands. Yet, I silenced that voice, believing I wasn’t good enough and that singing was just a hobby, not a “real” career.

Then, on my 40th birthday, something shifted. I felt amazing—youthful, accomplished, ahead of the game. But then a thought hit me like a ton of bricks:

“But you’re not singing.”

Tears streamed down my face. I realized that if I kept waiting, time would run out. If I reached 65 without ever trying, would I regret it? Absolutely. If I left this life without ever using my five-octave voice, would I get another chance in the next lifetime? Who knows?

So, I made a choice. I dove into manifestation, studying day and night, applying what I learned, and turning my fears into an action plan. I faced my anxiety, took intentional steps, and found joy in simply starting. I didn’t know if I’d become a Gospel singer or an Opera singer—I just let the Universe guide me.

One year later, I was a soloist in a Gospel Choir, incorporating Opera into my performances. That led to the creation of the first-ever Opera-Gospel Concert, where I sang alongside New York Opera singers. It was exhilarating, terrifying, and completely surreal—but I kept showing up. Two years later, COVID shut everything down, but my mission was accomplished.

Then, a new question emerged:

What if I could have ANY life I wanted?

I let my imagination run wild. I pictured a place with rainforests, warm ocean water, and mountains. I researched destinations all over the world—somewhere safe, affordable, and welcoming. That dream led me to Costa Rica.

In just two years, I manifested my own home and land on the Caribbean coast. Today, I wake up in paradise, living a life with no limits.

What’s YOUR dream?

Because if I can do it, so can you.

— Alexis Sword