View asking for help and admitting powerlessness not as weaknesses, but as courageous steps towards finding solutions and building a better life, especially when engaging with a supportive community.
Practice forgiveness towards others and yourself, especially when feeling harmed, to avoid being trapped by resentment and judgment, which block spiritual clarity and lead to self-absorption.
Prioritize cultivating inner spiritual fitness and contentment, ensuring your well-being remains stable regardless of external achievements or failures.
Engage in service to others as an antidote to self-focus and introspection, as giving away what you have (e.g., experience, help) helps maintain your own well-being.
When you’ve harmed someone, go beyond a simple apology by making amends: ask for forgiveness, be accountable, and specifically name what you’ve done, without being attached to the outcome.
Practice detachment from the outcomes of your actions, especially when making amends or engaging in difficult conversations, to cultivate inner peace and contentment.
Practice radical honesty with yourself by acknowledging and accepting your weaknesses rather than denying them, and then strive to show up authentically in the world.
Consciously choose to fill inner emptiness with activities and substances that are constructive and do not cause self-harm or harm to others.
Actively work to reduce judgment of others, recognizing that it often stems from personal feelings of inadequacy, and cultivate a more compassionate perspective.
Practice humility by accepting that your ideas are not always the best and that collective wisdom or group consensus can be more powerful than individual will.
Prioritize the energy and intention behind your communication, ensuring it comes from a place of compassion, kindness, and positivity, aiming to unite rather than divide.
Cultivate honesty and integrity in your actions and interactions, as these are fundamental to personal growth and well-being, especially in recovery.
Regularly push yourself outside your comfort zone to foster personal growth and learning.
Actively seek out and learn from the stories and experiences of other people.
Manage natural human desires (e.g., for security, comfort, wealth, love) by keeping them ‘right-sized’ and preventing them from becoming the sole focus of life, which can lead to chaos.
If struggling with addiction or compulsive behaviors, reach a point of surrender and ask for help from a supportive community or fellowship that offers a common solution, practicing recovery one day at a time.
Recognize the dangers of excessive self-reliance and self-obsession, as they can lead to isolation and negative outcomes; seek support and connection instead.
Incorporate a daily spiritual practice, starting and ending your day with readings, prayer, or reflection to cultivate inner peace and gratitude.
If in recovery, regularly engage with a supportive community (minimum of four times a week) to share experiences, receive support, and learn from others’ solutions.
Maintain practices of service to others and connection with mentors/support systems even when traveling or away from your usual routine.
Practice praying for others who are struggling, as this can bring a sense of peace and usefulness.
Delay engaging with your phone, work-related chats, or diary tasks in the morning until you feel mentally and spiritually ‘right’ or centered.
Be cautious that self-compassion and self-love, if misapplied or used as an excuse, do not lead to self-abandonment or a return to harmful behaviors.
Accept that some relationships are seasonal and may not continue, even if deeply cherished, and trust in a larger plan rather than trying to manipulate outcomes.
Be wary of ‘performative authenticity,’ especially on social media, as portraying an inauthentic version of yourself for validation can lead to internal emptiness and disconnect from your true self.
Embrace the ‘craft’ aspect of creative work, focusing on meticulous effort and attention to detail, rather than solely relying on inspiration or expecting things to ‘just land in your lap.’
In creative endeavors, trust your instincts and rely on ‘feel’ to guide decisions, as sometimes over-tinkering can detract from the initial spark.
When performing or communicating, convey your message with genuine belief and conviction, as authenticity and passion resonate more than technical perfection.
Recognize that sometimes direct, honest feedback, even if not delivered with overtly ’loving’ language, can be a form of kindness and necessary for growth.