Finding Alignment with Yourself
What does it mean to be in alignment? I’m exploring this question and sharing 4 ways to find alignment with yourself. Tune in for a dose of empowerment and practical ways to cultivate alignment in the new year.
What Does It Mean to Be In Alignment?
When I searched for the definition of alignment, the first one that came up was, “arrangement in a straight line, or in correct or appropriate relative positions.” That’s not really what we’re talking about here.
The other definition I found is, “a position of agreement or alliance.”
When I talk about “being in alignment,” it’s having agreement or alliance between the many different parts of me: my mind, heart, intuition, business, family, hobbies, what I eat, how I sleep, exercise, the way I spend time, and the way I feel. I want to feel aligned and be in alignment.
Where there isn’t alignment, I want to let go and allow. I’m looking for the simple and easy things I can do to put me on the path towards alignment.
Why Being In Alignment Feels Good
Alignment helps cultivate a sense of flow and ease. When you’re in alignment, action becomes easier. There’s less resistance and it feels like things fall into place.
When you’re acting from a place of alignment, you are connected with your intuition. You’re acting in a way that’s connected to your instincts. You trust yourself without a second-guessing.
Avoiding the Alignment Trap
The ideas I’m sharing will help you find alignment in a way that’s easy to implement in your life. But first, let’s talk about The Alignment Trap.
The Alignment Trap is the belief that you need to be fully aligned before taking action. It’s when you spend so much time and energy trying to achieve alignment that you get stuck in a cycle of procrastination.
You Can Find Alignment in Action
Instead of making alignment feel mystical or out of reach, I recommend finding it through action.
Use your breath to help. Inhale and draw your awareness inward. Exhale and release any tension or heavy thoughts. Stay with it—just keep breathing.
Alignment is possible in almost any situation. Let go of expectations, worry, and timelines. Whether you’re washing dishes, folding laundry, making a call, or sending an email—find alignment in the action.
4 Ways to Find Alignment with Yourself
1. Seek Satisfaction
Tune into what feels good for you. Look for beauty, listen to soothing music, savor delicious food, or notice the feel of something that brings you comfort. Your senses hold the key to alignment.
2. Dive Into Appreciation
Once you’re in that place of satisfaction, let appreciation flow. When you appreciate the small things, it’s easier to appreciate the bigger picture. Stay there and let that energy of appreciation grow.
3. Let Go of Comparison
Comparison only takes you out of alignment. Whether it’s your career, family, or appearance, comparing your life to others just distorts your reality. Focus on your journey, and there’s no room for comparison.
4. Listen to Your Intuition
Connect with your inner wisdom through journaling, meditation, or a short walk. Your intuition will guide you back into alignment with ease. If you need support connecting, I’m here to support you through it.
To wrap up, I wanted to share this quote from Wayne Dyer, “Deep within, you know that the only thing that is truly important is being in alignment with spirit.”
