I love mornings. Every day at 4:30, I wake up and can’t wait to get started. But before I pop out of bed like toast from the toaster, I take a moment to connect to myself and my spirit team.
The first thing I do is to consciously snuggle in. I notice how comfortable my bed is. The blankets are the perfect weight, the mattress the right firmness, and the pillows just the way I like them. It’s a moment of gratitude.
Next, I take my emotional and energetic temperature. Am I excited about the day ahead? Or anxious? If so, why? I may need to dig a little to see what’s troubling me before I’m even out of bed. I take note of what’s going on inside my head and remind myself that in this moment, everything is perfect.
Then it’s time to call in my spirit team.
Angels, spirit guides, and ancestors who work for my highest good, be with me today. Guard me, guide me, show me your love. Spirit may your will be done. Thank you.
I invite them in to remind both myself and them that we work best together. Their purpose is to help me and my purpose is to accomplish what I came to this life to do.
As I get out of bed, I say, “Today is going to be a great day!” This is something I learned from reading BJ Fogg’s book, Tiny Habits. He calls it the “Maui habit.” It’s a simple affirmation that sets the tone for the day. A great day.
Then I’m off to make a cup of tea, pull a tarot card, and do all the NY Times puzzles (want to join my leaderboard? Send me a text or email.)
What’s your morning routine to ground yourself and connect with Spirit? Maybe you meditate, pray, say an affirmation, or journal.
Or maybe you’re not a morning person and reading that I get up at 4:30 made you groan out loud. Do you have any nighttime rituals to help you reflect, ground you, and get you ready for a good night’s sleep?
Whether you prefer to connect with yourself and Spirit first thing in the morning or last thing at night doesn’t matter. What’s important is checking in to make sure you’re getting the spiritual support you need as you co-create your best life.
