“And so it was” is an expression of trust and surrender used after stating an intention. In my approach, it means setting your intention, taking the steps you can and leaving the outcome to the Creator.
What does "And so it was" mean? Since I frequently use this phrase, especially during intention work and spiritual practices, this is one of the questions I'm asked most often.
If you're curious about the meaning of the phrase "and so it was" and how it relates to the law of attraction and the concept of intention, I'd like to share my own approach in this post.
What Does "And So It Was" Mean?
The phrase "and so it was" can be used to express the trust and sense of surrender felt toward the fulfillment of an intention.
When we say this phrase, instead of merely wishing for something we want to happen in the future, we express that we accept our intention as if it has already happened and leave the outcome to the Creator.
In my work, "and so it was" is an expression of surrender and trust used especially after stating an intention.
The core approach here is this:
Determine your intention, feel it from your heart, do what you can, and leave the outcome to the Creator.
For this reason, the phrase "and so it was" is not just a few words to me. It also represents the inner trust that comes after setting an intention.
"And So It Was" and the Law of Attraction
The law of attraction is a spiritual approach that holds that our thoughts, beliefs, and the state of mind we're in are connected to our life experiences.
In law of attraction practices, it's considered important to pay attention not only to simply wanting something but also to one's thoughts, feelings, and beliefs related to that desire.
For example:
"I want to make money."
saying this versus
"I am opening space in my life for abundance and prosperity. I trust that this is possible."
saying this can help a person express their intention with a different inner state.
Within this approach, the phrase "and so it was" also represents the sense of trust and surrender toward the fulfillment of what is desired.
However, what matters here is not simply repeating the sentence.
Is Just Saying It Enough?
No.
Saying "and so it was" doesn't mean mechanically repeating a sentence.
What truly matters in intention work is that one's inner world is as aligned as possible with the words being spoken.
If, while saying something, we constantly have thoughts within us like:
"What if it doesn't happen?"
"It's not possible for this to happen."
"I don't deserve this."
then simply repeating a positive sentence alone may not eliminate this inner conflict.
For this reason, intention work shouldn't be seen as consisting of words alone.
What Can You Pay Attention to When Setting an Intention?
When setting an intention, you can first try to understand what you truly want.
Then you can express your intention as clearly as possible and in a way that feels meaningful to you.
For example:
"I allow beautiful opportunities to come into my life with love, peace, and ease. And so it was."
Here, the goal isn't so much saying certain words in the right order, but rather recognizing the inner connection you form with the intention you express.
While expressing your intention, you can:
- Clarify what you want.
- Think about why this desire matters to you.
- Notice how you would feel once it happens.
- Choose to trust the process instead of constantly trying to control the outcome.
- Consider the real steps you can take in your daily life in line with your intention.
Is "And So It Was" an Expression of Surrender?
For me, yes.
When we say "and so it was," we can remember to surrender our intention to the Creator and trust life's own flow, instead of constantly trying to control things.
For this reason, this phrase can be thought of as a state of trust and surrender rather than mere expectation.
"When will it happen?"
"How will it happen?"
"What if it doesn't happen?"
Instead of getting lost in these questions, we can choose to do what we can after setting our intention and leave the outcome to the flow.
Of course, this doesn't mean simply waiting without doing anything.
It's important not to forget that, alongside intention, our behaviors, choices, and the steps we take also matter.
What Do We Feel When We Say "And So It Was"?
While saying this phrase, you can pay attention not only to the words but also to your own inner world.
You can ask yourself these questions:
"How would I feel if I truly believed it had happened?"
"What would change in my life once this happens?"
"How much do I trust right now that this is possible?"
"Am I trying to control the outcome, or can I trust the flow after setting my intention?"
These questions can help you better understand your intention and notice the thoughts and feelings within your own inner world.
Because sometimes, more than the thing we want, we need to discover the beliefs we hold about its fulfillment.
Intention, Trust, and Surrender
Perhaps saying "and so it was" means choosing to stop constantly trying to control things and instead trusting that life can work together with us.
Set your intention.
Notice what's in your heart.
Take the steps you can.
And afterward, leave the outcome to the Creator.
Because sometimes, transformation comes not from controlling more, but from learning to trust that things can happen at the right time and in the right way.
With the wish that all the beautiful intentions you carry in your heart find their place in your life at the most perfect time and in the most perfect way for you…
And so it was.
With Joy and Ease!
Selestia Hülya
Source and scope note
This article shares a personal spiritual approach. The law of attraction is not presented as a scientifically established law proving that thoughts alone determine external events; setting an intention does not guarantee a particular result.
