Our Inner Self or Soul:
Reconnecting with the inner self or soul is a deeply personal and transformative journey. It often involves quieting the external noise to hear the subtle voice within. Here are some pathways that can help:
1. Silence and Stillness
- Meditation: Even just 10–15 minutes a day can help calm the mind and reconnect with your inner essence.
- Nature immersion: Time in nature often facilitates inner clarity and soul connection.
2. Reflective Practices
- Journaling: Write about your feelings, dreams, and inner longings.
- Dream work: Pay attention to your dreams — they can offer insights from the deeper self.
- Artistic expression: Painting, dancing, or music can bypass the rational mind and bring soul wisdom to the surface.
3. Intuition and Inner Guidance
- Learn to trust your gut instincts and inner nudges.
- Practice asking your inner self questions and sitting with the silence to see what arises.
4. Healing Past Wounds
- Trauma and emotional pain can block access to the soul.
- Inner child work, therapy, or spiritual counseling can clear those blockages.
5. Soulful Rituals
- Prayer, rituals, or sacred ceremonies (even personal ones) create a sacred space for soul communion.
- Using candles, incense, or meaningful objects can make it feel more real and intentional.
6. Aligning with Soul Values
- Ask: What deeply matters to me?
- When you live in alignment with your deepest truths — authenticity, compassion, curiosity — you naturally feel more connected to your inner self.
Shervan K Shahhian
LIBERTY PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION 