To “lock in to the divine essence of you” means to:

embrace and connect with your truest, most authentic self, which is seen as a unique spark of the divine or universal consciousness. It is a spiritual or metaphysical concept that moves beyond the ego and the superficial aspects of your identity to find a deeper, more profound sense of self. 

In honor of my birthday, I sat down and reflected on what I’ve done this past year and where I would like to go this next year. I have so many endeavors, but I allow myself to focus on others rather than myself. Therefore, this year is all about me (not in a selfish way, but a productive way). If you’ve been following or you’re new here (heyyyy grab some chips and dip and sat down chile) my DD has gone to college almost 17 hours away. Yesssss, I’m a mess over here. Although I talk to her often, I still cry because my baby is so far. Her independence is giving me strength more and more each day. She’s very resilient and strong-willed, so I have to make sure I doing the same.

In some of my recent post, compartmentalizing my thoughts has been my go to. I want to be able to go back and pin-point a reference when I have one those “woah is me” days. Of course, there will be some sad days but I don’t want to stay there. I can sift through previous post and lock in like I was designed it, and get back into this journey I’m so destined to fulfill. That’s been my world for a while what has been your pathway thus far in life?

Key aspects of locking in to your divine essence

• Realizing your inherent divinity: This process is founded on the idea that every person is a manifestation of the divine and is not separate from it. Locking in means having a direct, personal experience of this truth rather than just intellectualizing it.
• Transcending the ego: The journey involves moving past the limitations of the egoic mind, which is defined by a person’s life story, fears, and judgments. By doing so, you can hear the “voice of the soul” over the noise of external expectations and fears.
• Reclaiming your identity: Many spiritual paths teach that our divine essence is always present, but trauma and life experiences can make us feel disconnected from it. Therefore, “locking in” is a process of reclaiming this inherent identity and remembering who you truly are.
• Aligning with your purpose: By connecting with your divine essence, you naturally align with your life’s purpose and inner values. This results in a sense of deep fulfillment and authenticity, allowing you to “perform within your purpose”.
• Cultivating unconditional love and acceptance: As you let go of the parts of yourself that have been wounded or conditioned by the world, you reveal your true nature, which is said to be unconditional love. This self-acceptance radiates outward and allows for deeper, more genuine connections with others. 

Practices for connecting with your divine essence

Many spiritual and meditative practices can help facilitate this connection: 

• Meditation and self-reflection: Quiet time allows you to turn inward and peel back the layers of your ego to connect with your inner self.
• Mindfulness: Being present in the moment helps quiet the mind and removes the distractions of past and future worries, allowing you to connect with your core essence.
• Emotional healing: Addressing past traumas and releasing old wounds creates space for more of your “light” to fill you. This healing work is a crucial part of the journey.
• Creative expression: Engaging in activities like art, music, or writing can help you tap into your authentic self and express your divine essence. 

These are points or pointers to use, so grab you one and holla back in your growth phase.