soul alignment

Everything on earth, including all species of plants and animals, and every individual person, plant, flower, seed, and cell, is an embodiment of the supreme intelligence, the absolute, or Deity, which I refer to as the divine. Our soul is its conduit and unique manifestation. It seeks its full expression as an acorn becomes an oak tree and a caterpillar becomes a butterfly. Each one of us is a divine incarnation. What does our soul want? He calls us to live an authentic life.

Even the ancient yogis understood that until we awaken to our true Self, we cannot access our power. We must distinguish the “I” of others, discard everything that we are not and free our real self from the slavery of codependency.

We suffer when we do not live our truth and our values. When we do, we illuminate our authentic Self. We ignite our power and potential, and our mind, life, and relationships achieve harmony.

Our discontent cries out to us to change. Yet too often, we resist the challenges that are required and instead deny our longings with excuses or try to change someone else. It is the disconnection from our true Self that causes us pain. When we align our soul and our authentic Self, we are at peace, without the need for approval or to convince or change anyone. We find the determination and courage to manifest what we want.

The core of that “me” is there in childhood, although our latent potential lies hidden and camouflaged by external influences and our codependent “false self.” Once we realize our true selves, we discover freedom and our power, and our will allows for greater self-expression.

This is simple, but not easy for those of us who due to our past conditioning and trauma have abandoned ourselves, as we once were abandoned. In order to survive, we adopted personalities, beliefs, and habits that further distanced us from our true nature. Our soul begs us to come home, which we will never find in a relationship or job unless they support our authentic Self and allow our soul expression.

Recovery from codependency is a process of soul alignment. It is a call to change. How do we start this journey? We must spend time with ourselves, not distracted, but quiet enough to feel and listen. Our awareness and perspective expand, and our perceptions sharpen. More time in meditation and contemplation infuses our body/mind with spiritual energy that allows us to perceive our soul’s guidance, whispers of wisdom from within.

In recovery, we regain our “lost selves.” We develop a sense of inner knowing and loving direction, not the harsh or questioning voice of an inner critic. We need to listen and also honor that still voice that guides us. With increased awareness and attention to our feelings, day and night dreams, and intuitions, we are naturally drawn to what delights us and avoid what causes pain. These impulses are innate to a baby, but most of us have lost touch with our instincts and the natural Self.

Living authentically means thinking more with the heart than with the mind. However, the advice to “Follow your heart” can be misleading, as our soul’s guidance can be obscured by need, shame, and fear. Our heart may want us to hold on to an abusive relationship, but our soul never wants us to be diminished or undermined. We can easily lose ourselves by holding on to our traumatized parts. We may not listen to or trust the directions of our soul. They may be clouded by past programming, doubts about our worth, dependency and lack of courage to step forward, take a stand, or fear of change.

Each of us must find our way, learning to honor, express and love our true Self. Every day we have the opportunity to discover who we are, what we believe, feel, need, want and value. In fact, every moment provides opportunities to affirm our authentic Self.

When you don’t meet your needs or act in accordance with your desires and values, accept this awareness with curiosity instead of judging yourself. What is the source of conflict between what you need and want and how you act? Self-examination provides clarity and empowers better options in the future.

For example, if you say yes when you mean no, or eat dessert when you’re trying to lose weight, instead of attacking yourself, develop compassion for the parts of you that still struggle and need self-love. . To deepen self-love and compassion, listen to the Self-Love Meditation.

When we don’t believe in ourselves or that change is possible, working with someone who does can open up real possibilities for us by removing cobwebs and blinders. A therapist or coach can have a vision of your future before you can see it and can support you in the changes your soul longs for. Guide yourself by practicing Soul Alignment Meditation to begin living a soul-centered life.

© 2020 Darlene Lancer