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By the time I stumbled onto Haley Hoffman Smith’s “Subconscious Breakthrough Formula,” I had hit one of those invisible walls in life. You know the kind, you’re doing all the right things, checking all the boxes, and yet… that goal (whether it’s more money, clarity, or simply peace) feels like it’s on the other side of a glass door.
So when I read that a manifestation coach in NYC had a five-question method designed to break through mental blocks, I had to dig deeper, not just because I’m curious by nature, but because I was also secretly hoping for one of those “aha moments” she kept raving about.
What I didn’t expect? That her method would actually work.
The Formula, at a Glance
Haley Hoffman Smith, if you haven’t met her on social media yet, is a spiritual self-help guru known for her luxury-boho aesthetic, manifestation content, and vulnerability. She created what she calls the Subconscious Breakthrough Formula after years of experimenting with EFT tapping, a mind-body technique that combines acupressure and affirmations to rewire emotional patterns.
Her premise is simple: if you keep feeling stuck, your subconscious might be the one quietly holding the brakes.
Here are the five core questions she suggests asking yourself when something just isn’t flowing:
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What bad thing happens if this goal comes to fruition?
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What would you have to give up that you secretly like about your life to make space for this?
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Why does it make sense, mentally, that this is blocked for you? What “evidence” do you have?
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When in your past did you feel something similar?
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If this goal happened, how would it conflict with your current identity or self-concept?
My Experience: From Resistance to Realization
I picked a “safe” topic to test this on, finishing a creative project I had put off for months. I blamed time, perfectionism, burnout. But as I worked through the questions (especially #2 and #5), things got weirdly honest.
It wasn’t just about time. Deep down, I was afraid that if I finished the project and it didn’t “succeed,” I’d lose my sense of being someone with potential. I liked being the underdog. The dreamer. If I finished, I’d have to face the reality of how people received it.
Boom: identity mismatch.
I followed up with EFT tapping, which Haley recommends doing after answering the questions. I’m no expert, but I followed her free videos on YouTube and just tapped along while repeating phrases like “Even though I feel stuck, I deeply and completely love and accept myself.”
Did it magically make everything better? Not quite, but it gave me a feeling of lightness, like I wasn’t dragging around so much internal resistance. It was enough to help me take action, which is what matters most.
Why This Method Feels Different
What I liked most about Haley’s formula is that it’s structured introspection. It cuts through the vague fog of journaling and gives your mind something sharp to work with. These aren’t surface-level “What do I want?” prompts. These questions dig, with compassion.
It’s also something you can revisit again and again. Haley herself says she returns to these questions whenever she feels that “invisible forcefield” blocking progress.
And she makes a good point: we often ask ourselves the wrong things. We default to frustration “Why isn’t this working?” instead of curiosity. These questions flip the script and gently point us back toward what’s underneath the resistance.
Pro Tips If You Want to Try It:
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Create quiet space. Early morning or right before bed is ideal, that’s when your brain is more open and less defensive.
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Don’t force it. Some questions may feel uncomfortable at first. That’s okay. Let the answers come naturally.
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Follow with EFT tapping. If you don’t know how, search “EFT tapping for emotional blocks” there are plenty of free resources.
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Use self-compassion. This isn’t about “fixing” yourself. It’s about listening more honestly than you’re used to.
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Work with a therapist if trauma comes up. This is powerful inner work, but it’s not a replacement for clinical support.
Final Thoughts: Not Just Woo-Woo
I came into this a bit skeptical. I’ve tried enough productivity hacks, journaling prompts, and mindset exercises to know that most of them fade after the initial dopamine hit.
But this? It stuck with me.
Haley’s Subconscious Breakthrough Formula didn’t just give me clarity, it reminded me that my own inner voice already knows what’s blocking me. I just had to ask the right questions to hear it.
If you’re circling the same patterns, procrastinating on the same dream, or just feeling heavy with invisible resistance, this formula might be the breath of fresh air you need.
No crystals, moon rituals, or $250 memberships required, just some honest reflection, gentle tapping, and a bit of courage.