Have you had a hard time finding rituals that resonate with you? Do you feel like the ones we’ve explored so far “just aren’t quite there”? In this blog post, we’ll explore some tips to help you create new rituals that work for you and fit your lifestyle.
Ritual design is something that you will get better at as you practice it. The more you work with rituals, the more you will understand them and yourself, and the easier it will become to pull a new ritual together.
These pointers will take you one step closer to becoming a master of ritual design. Incorporate them into your practice and you’ll start to see immediate improvements in your rituals.
Keep It Simple
When it comes to daily habits, keep it simple. Save the frills and fuss for special occasions and holidays – you don’t need a team of helpers to get your morning routine set up. The easier it is, the more likely you’ll be to stick with it.
Make your everyday rituals as simple as possible. Cut them down to the bare minimum. This will help ensure your success.
Go With Your Gut
Listen to your intuition when considering a ritual or part of a ritual. Does it feel right? Will it bring you joy? That inner voice knows best.
Instinctive feelings come from your subconscious processing things too quickly for your conscious brain to assess. Your instincts are usually right, so don’t ignore them. Listen to your inner voice and go with your gut.
Be Honest With Yourself
If you want to make your rituals really work, it’s essential to be honest with yourself. That means being truthful about who you are and what you want. It can be tough, but it’s the only way to get meaningful results.
Don’t try to be someone you’re not — that’s a common way to fail. If you’re not a morning person, don’t force yourself into an early-rising ritual. Be true to yourself and don’t set unrealistic expectations. Acknowledge and accept who you are, and you’ll be much more successful.
Ignore Negative Comments
Discussing rituals, let alone crafting and executing them, can sometimes be seen as a bit eccentric or out there by others. If you mention your practice to others, you might get some negative comments. But that’s okay, those people aren’t living your life. Do what’s best for you and ignore the judgments of those who aren’t part of the equation.
Creating new rituals to serve you doesn’t have to be difficult or overwhelming. Start small and be consistent. Find the ones that work for you and your lifestyle and make them part of your daily routine. With a little bit of effort and dedication, you can create new rituals that will make your life easier and more enjoyable.