10 Signs Of Impending Good Fortune To Look For In Your Own Life
WellStock | Shutterstock Life is full of challenges, so it can be easy to lose sight of the good things that are happening or that have the potential to happen.
Psychologist Susan Albers argued that this is the key to good fortune, though. According to her, people with a track record of good luck consistently think positively. It's human nature to get discouraged when it feels like everything is going wrong in life, but there are signs of impending good fortune to look for in your own life.
These are things that feel like they're ruining your hopes and dreams but actually indicate that something better is coming. These things won't feel good at the time, but they're like a promise from the universe letting you know you shouldn't give up.
Here are the signs of impending good fortune to look for in your own life
1. Feeling like everything is falling apart
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Everyone has been in a really low place before where it feels like absolutely nothing is going right. It's natural to think that these moments mean you've done something wrong, but they could just be pushing you towards the change you need to make for your life to be better.
People tend to focus on how uncomfortable change is, which causes them to lose sight of how nothing shifting can be just as hard, as resiliency and wellness scholar Robyne Hanley-Dafoe said. In her words, "Life can feel stagnant without growth." No one wants to feel like everything is going wrong, but it just might lead you to something better.
2. Losing something that seemed important
When you're forced to say goodbye to someone who was special to you, move on from a job you held for years, or something similar, it typically feels like a door is closing. That thing seemed so central to your world that you can't imagine life without it. It's hard to move on in times like these because you can get the idea that you wasted your time, but that isn't true.
Author Jessica Johnson explained, "Even when an experience leads to a closed door, it's often exactly what you needed to gain the skills, knowledge, or clarity to move forward." Loss doesn't have to always be a bad thing. It may come as a surprise and even feel confusing, but it's not a dead end. Something better will come to take its place.
3. Facing financial hardship
Experiencing money troubles really takes a toll. A 2024 survey found that 86% of people felt like their financial problems worsened their mental health. Whether you like it or not, money is an essential part of life, and everyone needs it to function in society. Not having enough is incredibly difficult.
A dwindling amount in your bank account doesn't mean that you're on the path to bad times, though. It actually is a sign of impending good fortune in your own life. So, while things might look bleak at first, this is often what happens before the floodgates open up and you experience fortune and abundance you never would have expected.
4. Wanting a cleaner environment
Feeling like it's time to start cleaning up your space has symbolic and literal meanings. On the one hand, it means you're getting rid of the things you no longer need and making space for new energy and opportunities that will put you in a better place.
At the same time, decluttering has the power to reduce the stress you're feeling and give you more clarity. This means you won't just be physically prepared for whatever is on its way, but mentally prepared as well. Your space can receive something new, and so can you.
5. Being told 'no'
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You might have heard someone say something like "rejection is redirection" before, and it's true. No one likes to be told "no," especially when it's related to something they really wanted or assumed would work out. But this rejection will make you more determined to find whatever your "yes" is, and it will probably lead you to something that's a better fit than whatever the original plan was.
In times like these, it's helpful to consider what you learned from the experience. Nothing is wasted, even if it leads to rejection. You'll still end up where you're supposed to be, but you can benefit from the things that didn't work out along the way. That's how you use redirection to your advantage.
6. Seeing repeating numbers
You've probably heard sequences of repeating numbers called "angel numbers." Author Doreen Virtue was the first to use this term to refer to the numerological concept that seeing repeating numbers can be a way that the universe nudges you to let you know if you're headed in the right direction.
It feels special to see an angel number pop up once, like getting good news at exactly 3:33. Seeing the same number multiple times can't be written off as a coincidence, though. Something big is about to happen in your life, and you're receiving little clues along the way that are meant to prepare you.
7. Feeling more anxious than usual
Psychology professor Julie Buckner explained the meaning of anticipatory anxiety. "When we think of anxiety, it's really an emotional response to a perceived future threat," she stated. "Even though the outcome might be good — they might get a job — there's also this perceived threat of not having a job and then of course what the implications of that would mean."
We tend to think of all forms of anxiety, including anticipatory anxiety, as being negative. While it can definitely feel that way, your anxiety could be a sign that something good is about to happen. The unknown always brings uncertainty, even when it ultimately changes your life for the better. A twinge of anxiety could mean there are things to look forward to.
8. Feeling directionless
There's an uncomfortable feeling that exists when you're in the middle of something and not sure how things will turn out. You know you're not where you need to be, but you also don't quite know how to get to wherever that is. You're confused and you don't know what your next move should be.
This can be really unnerving, but it's also not the end of the world. Chances are, the universe is going to point you in the direction you need to go, you'll find what's meant for you, and you'll welcome good fortune into your life. In the meantime, it's beneficial to really define what it is you value in life, and consider whether you're moving towards those values or away from them. This can act as an anchor when everything else feels uncertain.
9. Dealing with health issues
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Medical problems don't sound desirable, but they can help you in the long run. A study published in Health Expectations found that people who dealt with a chronic condition developed skills like persistence and courage, as well as more supportive relationships, through the management of their health.
An unexpected medical problem can also open your eyes to things you didn't know before. When you look at things holistically, you might realize that a certain symptom is a sign of an underlying condition you weren't aware of. Now you can pursue treatment that will put you in a better place physically and mentally, or even learn what unhealthy habits you should avoid.
10. Having to resolve old problems again
There's nothing like the feeling of overcoming a bad habit or weakness and being able to move forward without it continuing to impact your life. Sometimes those victories aren't permanent, though, and you'll have to fight the battle multiple times before it's truly won. That doesn't mean you're taking a step backwards.
Oftentimes, we try to move on from difficult things as quickly as possible, so we avoid really feeling all the emotions the situation brings up. But suppressing isn't good for anyone. Whether you have to take some time to think deeply and mindfully, or even work with a professional, fully experiencing those emotions will let you finally move on, which will open you up to receiving new blessings and good fortune.
Mary-Faith Martinez is a writer with a bachelor's degree in English and Journalism who covers news, psychology, lifestyle, and human interest topics.
