# Can thoughts really change reality? | The China Code Ep.7

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Podcast: [Takeaway Chinese](https://stenobird.com/podcast/takeaway-chinese-327299)
Published: 2026-07-02T02:00:00+00:00
Episode link: 1_2720895
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## Resource

On the Mic Today: 显化 (xiǎn huà) – Manifesting Ever noticed how people talk like their future has already happened? On the Chinese internet, there's a word for this: 显化 (xiǎn huà) – the idea of turning your thoughts into reality. But here's the interesting part: when people practice "manifesting," something very real may actually be happening beneath the surface. So why does this "delulu with confidence" mindset sometimes seem to work? Let's dive in. This is the "The China Code," where every two weeks we break down a trending Chinese internet buzzword. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Have you ever successfully "manifested" something? Contact the team with your feedback or drop your suggestions for the buzzwords we should decode next! CONTACT THE TEAM We'd love to hear your feedback or suggestions for future buzzwords! Email: crilearnchinese@gmail.com Facebook: @crilearnchinese TikTok: @takeaway.chinese

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