Uncovering My Energetic Core: A Journey of Self-Discovery

Discovering myself in my thirties has not been easy. It has been a process of uncovering—a slow, deliberate stripping away of layers of expectations. These layers served as a shield to protect myself. Understanding my spirituality has been one of the most challenging aspects of this journey. I turned away from religion in my early twenties. Accepting my own path of discovery meant removing those shields, at least for inner reflection. For a long time, I struggled to face myself.

I have come to realize that healing is not about building a better shield. It is about discovering the Energetic Core that has always existed beneath it. We are energy in physical form. Our bodies, thoughts, and actions are all energy. Within each of us lies the Energetic Core. The flow of energy through the chakras and chi all reference this idea of energy flowing through our bodies.

I have only just begun my path into this realm of energy flow. It is a process of learning to be an active participant in my own life and in the universe around me. I have written these spiritual guiding principles not as rigid laws, but as a description of how energy moves when it is finally free to flow.

I share this guide with you—other pattern-seekers and healers—in the hope that it helps you recognize your own power, manage the "static" of the world, and move from a state of survival into a state of vibrant, creative flow.

This watercolor painting represents the creative hero's journey, with twelve segments surrounding the hero.

My Spiritual Guiding Principles of Energetic Flow

I. Internal Alignment: The Source

• Energy in Movement: My actions, thoughts, and intentions are energy in movement through my physical and energetic body.

• The Power of the Goddess: My energy is powerful. I am a goddess with the powers of creation and destruction. I possess intelligence, insight, and the ability to recognize and manipulate patterns. I respect this power as a responsibility.

• The Ritual of Realignment: I take time to assess my energetic state. I work towards realigning my energy to flow more freely, considering both myself and the energies around me.

  
  

II. The Radiance: Maintaining the Frequency

• Sustaining the Self: It is my responsibility to sustain, nurture, and grow my energy as part of the universe. This allows me to participate more fully in the free exchange of energy with a continuously healing mind, body, and spirit.

• The Alchemy of Calm: I extend my calm outward gently to help ease the energies of others who are open to it. I master my own energy first, so I am not affected by the static of others. I move from survival mode into a radiant broadcast of ease.

• The Ethics of Action: I am aware of the effects of my actions. Therefore, I must act in accordance with my personal ethics in every situation I enter.

  
  

III. The Exchange: Collaborative Flow

• Vulnerable Love: When I appreciate someone’s energy, I speak that energy into existence. I thank them, acknowledging what their energy means to me with vulnerable love and authenticity in my heart and words.

• Shared Responsibility: My responsibility and power grow as I align my energy with others in collaboration. My energy and actions are my responsibility, and the consequences of actions taken belong to all involved.

• Necessary Destruction: Sometimes, the destruction or breakdown of energies is necessary to heal the flow of energy in a greater state.

  
  

IV. The Expansion: Universal Connection

• The Anathema of Isolation: Energy is meant to be exchanged and flow freely. Therefore, it is anathema to isolate and allow my energy to dwindle.

• The Duty of the Seeker: It is my responsibility to share my pattern recognition with other pattern seekers. Together, we can collaborate to work towards the continual ebb and flow of energies through our bodies, our environment, our societies, and throughout the universe.

  
  

I created this artist trading card to reflect on healing from mental health injuries, to live a more balanced and calm life.

A Living Practice: Embracing Change

I recognize that I am a work in progress, and so is this guide. I continually revise these guiding principles to fit my life, my perspective, and my ethical alignment as I grow. This journey is not a destination; it is a practice of constant realignment. It is a commitment to ensuring my spirit remains as fluid and vibrant as the art I create and the life I choose to live.

I invite you to take anything from these principles that feels aligned with your personal energy. Feel free to adapt them to suit your needs. What resonates with you? What will you add to your own guide? Let's explore this together, fostering a community where creativity and emotional wellness thrive.