Why Manifesting and Journaling at My Best Friend's Hens Weekend Was the Best for Our Friendship: 5 Lessons Learned

Manifesting and journaling during my best friend’s hens weekend might seem unconventional, but it ended up being one of the most meaningful things we did together. There we were, celebrating her next big step while taking a moment to slow down, reflect, and dream. In a weekend full of love and laughter, this small pause created a powerful connection that deepened our friendship. Here’s why it turned out to be the best thing we did — and five lessons I walked away with.

Why Manifesting and Journaling Was So Meaningful

Setting aside a bit of quiet time with her, we shared our dreams, hopes, and visions for the future — not only for her new life chapter but for the paths each of us are on. We’d both come so far in our lives and friendship, and taking this time felt like an unspoken promise to keep supporting each other in what’s next.

5 Things I Learned from Manifesting and Journaling Together

1. Intentional Connection Is a Game-Changer- Celebrating a friend’s milestone is special, but connecting through shared dreams added so much depth. Talking about our real hopes and fears, not just surface-level stuff, made us both feel seen and grounded. It reminded me that friendship is as much about growing together as it is about being there for life’s big events.

   
   

2. Shared Goals Strengthen Bonds- Although this weekend was about her, taking time to discuss how we could support each other’s goals gave our friendship a new sense of purpose. We set intentions not just for her marriage but also for cheering each other on through life’s ups and downs. It made me realize that friendships can thrive when we commit to lifting each other up.

   
   

3. Letting Go of Self-Doubt Feels Amazing- Manifesting together allowed us to open up about insecurities we usually keep under wraps. Hearing her acknowledge her own doubts gave me the courage to share mine, and it was so comforting to know we weren’t alone. We promised to remind each other of our worth, especially during times of self-doubt — knowing we’ve got each other’s back makes it easier to face those fears.

   
   

4. Gratitude Deepens the Experience- Expressing gratitude — not just for the weekend, but for everything we’ve been through together — reminded us how much we mean to each other. There’s something magical about hearing a friend say, “I’m so grateful for you.” It left me feeling full and deeply appreciative of the bond we share.

   
   

5. Dreams Are Even Better When Shared- I realized how powerful it is to share your dreams with people who genuinely want to see you succeed. Saying my goals out loud felt vulnerable, but she was there, genuinely cheering me on. We promised to hold each other accountable and stay connected to our dreams, no matter how life changes. It felt like we were in this together, even as we move through different phases.

   
   

This wasn’t just a fun hen's weekend; it was a reminder of the power of friendship. Taking the time to manifest and journal helped me see the value of being vulnerable, intentional, and supportive in our friendship. I walked away feeling more connected, not just to her but to my own path, knowing that we’ve got each other’s backs through every step.

Love Cass