Have you ever felt disconnected from others, yourself, and the universe/divine? I have. It leaves you feeling isolated, confused, and depressed. However, you can plug into the rhythm of life. Sync yourself with the universe and go with its flow.
The other day, as I contemplated this, I was overwhelmed by a sense of being cradled by divine arms, like a mother cradles her child. Then I felt so much love, peace and warmth from the universe. You are a child of the divine and entitled to a life marked by peace, joy, love and abundance.
This alignment with the universe isn’t something mystical. It’s a powerful way of living that can lead to both personal and spiritual growth. Keep reading to learn what alignment is and how you can connect yourself to this flow.
What does it mean to align with the universe?
To align with the universe means that you are in harmony with the energy that governs all things. Albert Einstein’s equation, E=mc2 states that matter and energy are interchangeable. That is everything is energy. By jumping into the flow of the universe you are entering into this energy of creation, flow, and divine intelligence.
You tap into a state of being where life flows with greater ease. Rather than fighting against the currents (how many times have you said “The universe is against me!”?) you move with them, experiencing more synchronicities in your life and a feeling you are being divinely supported in all that you do.
This isn’t a fatalistic concept in which you give yourself over to whatever whim you fancy. You still have control and input over the direction you want your life to head. It’s about becoming more mindful, tuning into your inner wisdom, and recognising when it’s time to act and time to let go. It’s a dance between intention and allowing, action and surrender.
Let me be honest with you, I feared letting go of control in my life because that led to uncertainty. Uncertainty made me feel extremely worried and anxious, so as avoidance behaviour, I clung to control.
It took a lot of time in meditation, connecting with my inner self and learning to trust its guidance before I learned how to connect to the divine flow. In your journey, start off small, and when negative feelings arise (which they will!) acknowledge these with love and self-compassion. But don’t allow them to keep you trapped. After all the life you have now is a reflection of your current thoughts, emotions and behaviours.
How do I align myself with the universe?
The first thing you need to do is let go of resistance. As I mentioned, fear, doubt and the need to control outcomes are major barriers to connecting with the divine flow. When we resist what is, we create a sense of struggle and tension in our lives. This will manifest as frustration, anxiety, or feelings of being stuck,
Letting go doesn’t mean giving up; it means surrendering the need for control and trusting that the universe has a greater plan. It’s about embracing uncertainty and being open to the possibility that what you desire may come to you in a form you didn’t expect.
One of the best ways to let go of resistance is by acceptance. When you accept your current situation – whether it’s positive or not – you create space for new possibilities to emerge.
A Buddhist quote that hit me powerfully a long time ago was:
“Suffering is wanting things to be different.”
Acceptance doesn’t mean you have to like the situation, but it does mean that you stop fighting against it. This act of surrender allows the universe to step in and guide you toward the next step. Once I read that quote, I immediately understood that I had to let go of my grip and the expectations I had on life, other people, and myself. There is immense freedom behind doing so.
With all that said and done, let’s take you through how you can align yourself with the universe.
1. Cultivate presence
Alignment with the universe begins with being present in the moment. When you’re fully present, you are more attuned to the subtle energies around you, making it easier to notice synchronicities and guidance. Meditation, mindfulness, and deep breathing are excellent practices for cultivating presence.
I’ll be writing about how to become more attuned to the subtle energies around you in a later post, so make sure you subscribe to this site so that you don’t miss out!
2. Set Clear Intentions
As I touched upon earlier, getting into the flow of the universe isn’t an exercise of complete abandonment of control. You are a co-creator of the universe. Setting clear intentions is a key aspect of manifestation.
The universe responds to your energy and when you send out a clear signal, it will respond accordingly. Here is a simple exercise that illustrates this truth:
Contemplate your life now and ask yourself how it came to be like it is.
This is something I have done and came to the realisation that it’s the result of the energy I have transmitted to the universe. Send out your intentions and back them up with positivity.
3. Trust the process
Here is a step that may be hard for those who lack patience. Yet, you need to realise that the universe will give you what you want at the right time, which can be different to the timeframe you had in mind (Ah, there is that control again!!). Things may not work out in the way that you expect. Sometimes the universe has something better in store for you.
One affirmation that I love from the book “Creative Visualization” by Shakti Gawain is:
“This, or something better, is now manifesting for me in totally satisfying and harmonious ways, for the highest good of all concerned”
Make this one of your mantras.
Believe and trust that the universe is sending your desires or an answer that is superior to the one you are expecting.
4. Listen to your inner guidance
Intuition is your greatest tool for alignment. Pay attention to the subtle nudges, the gut feelings, and the whispers of your heart. These are your clues from the universe, guiding you toward the next right step.
Meditation and mindfulness are great tools that will help you in becoming more attuned to your intuition.
5. Embrace synchronicity
You will find that the more you become aligned with the universe, the more synchronicities and signs appear in your life. These could be angel numbers, you are led to a book or article that touches upon something you had been contemplating earlier in the day, or maybe someone gives you a message that answers a question you have been mulling over.
Typically, I get angel numbers or have a message appear through something I read in a book or online.
Don’t get hung up on the way that the signs should appear. The universe has many ways that it can send you synchronicities. Just be open to the messages when they appear.
6. Practice gratitude
Gratitude is a high vibrational emotion. When you become thankful you open the way for the universe to send you more positive experiences in your life. Make it a habit to express gratitude daily, not only for the things that went well for you today but also for the challenges which are growth opportunities. Also, be grateful for the small things as we too often focus on the majors.
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Aligning with the universe is a journey of trust, something that can be hard if you have been in personal experiences, as I have, that eroded your trust. However, it is possible to overcome the suspicion and need to control your life because it’s something that I have done. So, if I can do it, as well as countless others you have connected to the divine flow, you can too.
When you align yourself with divine energy life becomes less of a struggle. There is excitement because you get to experience how much the universe cares for you. So, take a deep breath, let go of resistance, jump into the river, and trust the universe is always working in your favour.
It’s one hell of a ride!
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