The Universe Is TESTING You Before Manifestation

Are you frustrated that your dreams haven’t manifested yet? Do you feel like you’re doing everything right but are still waiting and waiting for the results to show up? Well, the truth is, the universe is actively testing you before it allows your manifestation to come to fruition.

In this in-depth blog post, we’re going to explore exactly what these “tests” from the universe look like, how to identify them, and most importantly — how to pass them so you can finally start seeing the manifestation of your desires.

The Importance of Understanding Universe Tests

Many people who are new to the law of attraction aren’t aware that the universe will put them through a series of tests before allowing their big dreams to materialize. They think that as long as they’re visualizing, affirming, and doing all the “right” manifesting techniques, their desires should just show up quickly and easily.

But that’s not how it works.

You see, the universe is infinitely wise and it knows that in order for your manifestations to be truly sustainable and aligned with your highest good, you need to clear out any inner blocks or limiting beliefs that are standing in the way. And the way it does this is by presenting you with tests — situations and challenges that will reveal those blocks and give you the opportunity to work through them.

If you can pass these tests with grace and faith, you prove to the universe that you are ready to receive your manifestation. But if you fail the tests by giving in to fear, doubt, or negative thinking, the universe will have no choice but to withhold your desired outcome until you can learn the necessary lessons.

So understanding these “universe tests” is absolutely critical if you want to start manifesting the life of your dreams quickly and consistently. Once you know what to look for, you can begin consciously working to pass each test as it arises, clearing the path for your manifestations to flow to you with ease.

Let’s dive into some specific examples of these tests so you can start recognizing them in your own life.

The Test of Patience and Non-Attachment

One very common test that the universe likes to give is around the manifestation of specific people — for example, wanting to receive a text message from a certain someone.

Here’s how this test often plays out:

You set the intention to manifest a text message from a particular person. Maybe you do some visualization, affirmations, or a ritual to support this desire. And then you wait… and wait… and wait some more.

Finally, the person does text you. But then, instead of responding right away, they leave you “on read” — they see your message but don’t reply. Or they take hours or even days to get back to you.

This is a classic universe test. The universe is seeing how you respond to the delay or perceived rejection. Do you start obsessing over why they haven’t texted back? Do you start blowing up their phone or stalking them on social media? Do you slip into anxiety, desperation, or negative self-talk?

Or are you able to remain calm, centered, and confident — knowing that the text will come when the time is right? Can you let go and trust that all is unfolding perfectly, even in the face of apparent silence or rejection?

Your ability to pass this test of patience and non-attachment reveals a lot about the limiting beliefs or blocks you have around this particular manifestation. If you react with neediness, doubt, or desperation, it shows the universe that you still have some inner work to do before you’re ready to receive what you desire.

But if you can stay cool, calm, and collected — trusting that the text will come when the time is aligned — you demonstrate that you have cleared those blocks and are ready for your manifestation to unfold.

The Money Test

Another very common universe test revolves around money and abundance. Let’s say your goal is to manifest an extra $10,000 in your savings account. You’ve been visualizing this, affirming it, and doing all the “right” manifesting techniques.

And then, BAM! An unexpected expense pops up — your car breaks down, your washing machine needs to be replaced, or your roof suddenly springs a leak. This is the universe’s way of testing you.

How do you respond to this unexpected expense? Do you freak out, worry about where the money will come from, and start obsessing over the lack of funds? Or do you take it in stride, calmly figuring out a way to pay for the expense while still maintaining your faith that the $10,000 will manifest?

If you give in to the scarcity mindset and allow this test to shake your confidence, the universe will have no choice but to withhold your desired manifestation until you can learn to pass this test. But if you can stay centered in abundance consciousness and handle the unexpected expense with grace, you show the universe that you are ready for the full manifestation of your $10,000 goal.

The Job Manifestation Test

Let’s look at one more example — the universe test around manifesting a new job.

You’ve been putting out your resume, going on interviews, and visualizing your dream job. But then, you get rejected for a position that you really wanted. Or the company suddenly ghosts you and stops responding to your follow-up emails and calls.

This is a test. The universe is seeing how you respond to the apparent “failure” or setback. Do you start doubting yourself, worrying that you’ll never find the right job, and spiraling into negative self-talk? Or are you able to brush it off, trust that something better is on the way, and maintain your faith in the process?

Passing this test means staying cool, calm, and collected in the face of rejection. It means letting go of the outcome and trusting that the perfect job is on its way, even if this particular opportunity didn’t work out. When you can do that, you show the universe that you’re ready for your dream job manifestation to unfold.

But if you allow the rejection to shake your confidence and make you feel unworthy or undeserving, you’ll just end up prolonging the manifestation process. The universe will keep testing you until you can demonstrate that you’ve cleared those limiting beliefs.

The Key to Passing Universe Tests

So how do you actually pass these universe tests and clear the way for your manifestations to flow with ease? Here are the most important keys:

Become Aware of the Tests
The first step is simply becoming aware that these tests even exist. Many people get frustrated and discouraged when they face challenges or setbacks on their manifestation journey, not realizing that these are actually deliberate tests from the universe.

Once you understand that these tests are a normal and necessary part of the manifestation process, you can start consciously looking for them in your own life. Pay attention to any situations that are triggering feelings of doubt, worry, or lack — those are likely your universe tests.

Shift Your Mindset
When a test does arise, the key is to consciously shift your mindset and emotional state. Instead of reacting with fear, anxiety, or negativity, try to respond with faith, patience, and confidence.

Remind yourself that this test is here to help you, not to punish you. The universe is showing you where you still have work to do, so that you can clear those blocks and become an even more powerful manifester.

Rather than obsessing over the perceived “failure” or setback, focus on staying calm, centered, and trusting that everything is unfolding perfectly. Affirm to yourself: “This is just a test, and I am going to pass it with flying colors.”

Take Inspired Action
Passing a universe test isn’t always just about having the right mindset — it’s also about taking the right actions. Once you’ve shifted into a high-vibe, abundant state of mind, look for inspired actions you can take to move your manifestation forward.

For example, if you’re going through the job manifestation test, don’t just sit back and wait for the “perfect” opportunity to fall into your lap. Keep putting out your resume, networking, and looking for new openings. But do so from a place of confidence, knowing that the right job is on its way.

Or if you’re trying to manifest a text message from a specific person, don’t chase or harass them. Instead, focus on living your best life and being the most vibrant, joyful version of yourself. This vibration will naturally draw that person back to you.

The key is to take action, but to do so from a place of faith, not fear. When you can take inspired, high-vibe action, you demonstrate to the universe that you are ready for your manifestation.

Celebrate Small Wins
Finally, as you go through these universe tests, make sure to celebrate even the smallest wins and signs of progress. Each time you pass a test, give yourself a big pat on the back. Acknowledge how far you’ve come and how much you’ve grown.

This positive reinforcement will help you stay motivated and energized as you continue clearing out those limiting beliefs and blocks. It will also send a powerful signal to the universe that you are ready for your manifestation to fully unfold.

The more you can approach these tests with an attitude of gratitude and celebration, the faster you’ll be able to move through them and start seeing the tangible results of your manifesting efforts.

Real-Life Examples of Passing Universe Tests

Now that we’ve covered the key principles, let’s dive into some real-life examples of people passing these universe tests and manifesting their desires as a result.

The Manifested Text Message

One of my clients, Sarah, had been trying to manifest a text message from a specific person she was interested in. She had been doing all the “right” manifesting techniques — visualization, affirmations, the 55x5 method, etc. But she just wasn’t seeing any results.

Then, one day, the person did text her. But instead of responding right away, they left Sarah on “read” for hours. This was a classic universe test.

Instead of freaking out or obsessing over why the person hadn’t responded, Sarah stayed calm and centered. She reminded herself that this was just a test, and that the text would come when the time was right. She went about her day, focusing on her own happiness and fulfillment.

Sure enough, a few hours later, the person followed up with a thoughtful response. Sarah passed the test with flying colors, and the floodgates opened for more communication and connection between them.

The Unexpected Expense Windfall

Another client of mine, Michael, had been working on manifesting an extra $10,000 in his savings account. He was doing all the right manifesting rituals and techniques, but the money just wasn’t showing up.

Then, one day, his washing machine broke down and needed to be replaced — an unexpected expense of $800. Many people would have freaked out about this, worried about where the money would come from. But Michael remained calm and centered.

He simply took the expense in stride, paid for the new washing machine, and continued to hold the vision of his $10,000 manifestation. He didn’t let the unexpected expense shake his faith or confidence.

And lo and behold, just a few weeks later, Michael unexpectedly received a $12,000 bonus at work — more than double the amount he had been trying to manifest! The universe rewarded his ability to pass the “money test” with a massive windfall.

The Dream Job Manifestation

Finally, let’s look at the example of my own manifestation of a teaching job, which I’ve shared about on my YouTube channel before.

When I was first trying to manifest that job, I went through multiple rounds of interviews and rejections. The universe was testing me, seeing how I would respond to the apparent failures and setbacks.

Many people in my shoes would have given up, assuming they just weren’t qualified or “good enough” for the role. But I refused to let the rejections shake my faith. I remained calm, continued applying for other openings, and trusted that the perfect job was on its way.

Eventually, I did get offered the teaching position — a job that ended up being incredibly fulfilling and aligning for me. But I know for a fact that I wouldn’t have manifested it so quickly if I hadn’t been able to pass those universe tests with grace and confidence.

The lesson? When you face rejection or disappointment on your manifestation journey, see it as a test to be passed, not a failure to be feared. Respond with faith, not fear, and you’ll be on the fast track to receiving your desires.

Manifestation Is a Journey, Not a Destination

I hope these examples have shown you just how powerful it is to understand and navigate the universe’s tests. When you can approach these challenges with the right mindset and actions, you clear the path for your manifestations to flow with ease.

But at the same time, it’s important to remember that manifestation is not a destination — it’s an ongoing journey of growth, self-discovery, and expansion. Even after you’ve passed your initial tests, new ones will continue to arise.

The key is to stay vigilant, to keep tuning into your inner blocks and limiting beliefs, and to consciously work to clear them one by one. With each test you pass, you become a more powerful, confident, and aligned manifester. And the more you do this inner work, the faster and more effortlessly your dreams will start to materialize.

So the next time you feel like your manifestation is stuck or stalled, don’t get discouraged. Instead, look for the universe test that’s presenting itself, and approach it with faith, patience, and commitment. Keep trusting the process, and watch your dreams unfold with ease and grace.