Spiritual awakenings have a habit of seeming untouchable, as if only yogis who meditate in utter silence at a Tibetan monastery overlooking Everest can achieve them.
This is far from the truth.
The simple fact is that everyone has a spirit, whether you define that as your soul or as your most authentic self; it does not matter. We all have a spirit, and that means spiritual awakenings are deeply human experiences that are possible for every person.
The best, and arguably most fun part of it all? Travel can, and should, be a big part of it. This does not mean you will have a spiritual awakening just by traveling, however, which is why you will need to follow this guide, so you know how to begin your beautiful adventure towards your very own spiritual awakening:
Adopt More Mindful Practices Into Your Routines
The first step towards a spiritual awakening is simply being more mindful in your day-to-day life. This can and should be continued wherever you are, from home to abroad. You may want to include:
- Meditation
- Yoga
- Tai Chi
- Intention Setting
- Journaling
- And more
Ground Yourself In Your Body And Nature
One of the most effective ways to cultivate mindfulness is to ground yourself. There are many ways to do this. To ground yourself in your body, for example, you may want to start practicing mind-body meditation or incorporate more physical activity through yoga or tai chi. Continue these practices with the natural world. This can be done by walking barefoot on the ground, through forest bathing, sound bathing, or just active listening amongst a natural space.
Find A Guide To Take You On Your Path Towards Enlightenment
While you can be mindful all on your own, if you do not know the best approach towards mindfulness, spirituality, and enlightenment, you can end up going down ineffective paths. That’s why it is so powerful to have someone else guide you through the experience. This can be done through guided meditation or through entire guided experiences, like the Nick Eagle kundalini awakenings.
Having a guide is instrumental. It will give you direction and help you understand which milestones you’ve met on your journey towards spiritual awakening. You can do this digitally over a video call, or in person at a retreat. Either way, being guided will give you the tools and understanding to make effective steps towards that spiritual awakening.
Travel And Be Open To New Experiences
Travel is an excellent way to practice mindfulness, as it forces us to open our hearts and minds to new experiences and new facets of the natural world. To get the most benefits, however, we must connect and self-reflect. Connect with the natural world when you are aboard and soak in the environment. Connect with the people of the places you visit, heart to heart, and feel the humanity that connects us all. Only when you go with the intention to learn and grow can you truly incorporate travel into your journey of enlightenment.
Engage With Self-Reflection Every Step Of The Way
Self-reflection is an absolute must. You will already be practicing it through meditation, but follow up with journaling and even more traditional therapies, like cognitive behavioral therapy, to help you understand why you think and feel the way you do, and how you can approach tomorrow with better intentions. By self-reflecting, we can remove ego, fear, and pain and work towards the enlightened self, and yes, that is your spiritual awakening.
