Trust Your Inner Wisdom

The majority of people seek the answers to life’s questions by looking outside of themselves. We are each unique, with our own personal histories, sense of right and wrong, and our own way of experiencing the world that defines our realities. Looking to others for our answers is only partially helpful. The answers to our personal questions are best found by looking within. When you realize that you have access to the part of you (your subconscious and unconscious mind) that knows what you need and is meant to act as your inner compass, you can stop searching outside of yourself. When you learn to hear, trust, and embrace the wisdom that lives within you, you will confidently navigate your life.

Trusting your inner wisdom may be awkward at first, particularly if you grew up around people who taught you to look to others for answers. We each have exclusive access to our inner knowing. All you need to do is remember how to listen and be patient as you relearn how to hear, receive, and follow your own guidance. If you are unsure about whether following your inner wisdom will prove reliable, think of a time when you did trust yourself and everything worked out. Recall how the answers came to you, how they felt in your body as you considered them, and what  transpired when you acted upon your inner guidance. Now, recall a time when you didn’t trust yourself and the results didn’t work out as you had hoped. Trusting your own guidance can help you avoid going against what you instinctively know is right for you.

The New Year to initiate this powerful and empowering practice is a declaration that you are powerful and empowered.