Via Wonderment is a lavishly illustrated beginner’s interactive journal on how to use the law of attraction and the mechanics of manifestation to pursue personal development and become the best version of oneself.

Kat Gottlieb’s boldly colored artwork draws readers into a vivid, energetic space: a vibrant tropical paradise where wonderment happens with its “elements of surprise, contemplation, joy, and, most importantly, a heightened state of consciousness where energetic frequency opens to the Universe’s infinite wisdom.” These elements are essential ingredients so that the law of attraction can bring about dreams, miracles, coincidences, and the realization of a unique sense of purpose.

After a brief history of the law of attraction and other topics, Gottlieb discusses “Think/Feel,” what she defines as “whatever you consistently focus on and emotionally resonate with will be drawn into your reality.” Once thoughts and their corresponding emotions are focused on a goal, these vibrations will synchronize with the energy of the Universe, and opportunities and rewards will come naturally. She explains this in more detail in the seven principles of manifestation, among them unwavering desire, harmony, and right action. Throughout the book, she offers journal prompts, worksheets, coloring pages, and visualization exercises to help readers put the ideas into practice.

Gottlieb has a gift for explaining spiritual concepts simply; for example, she writes: “Think of the Universe as a mirror that is simply reflecting to us and supplying us with opportunities that match what we put out into the world.” While she does ask the most overworked question regarding manifesting (“If you knew you would not fail, what would you do?”), she offers much fresher food for thought with prompts such as “Where can you lighten your grip on ‘knowing’ and instead allow more playful curiosity?” Or: “What are the ways that you enjoy sharing kindness?”

The lively artwork and clear, encouraging text work together to make a beginner’s early encounter with these two powerful, potentially life-changing concepts a breeze.