How To Become An Alchemist
Steps to help you transform by using the shots life takes at you.
Ever since I was young, I always felt like my life was significantly harder than everyone else’s around me. Of course, this wasn’t actually the case. We all go through our own struggles that impact us in great ways, I just was never able to see it from that perspective.
I always wondered, “Why do I have to go through so much? Why can’t I have their life instead?”
It wasn’t until a massive spiritual awakening hit me that I realized everything does really happen for a reason. I realized the universe would never give me challenges that I couldn’t handle.
Even though I might’ve not been able to see my strength at the time, the universe did and they used it to help me better myself.
Everyone has at least one moment in their life that acted as a turning point. It was most likely something extremely painful that you had to work through. I know everyone is tired of hearing this saying, but pain really does equal growth.
I didn’t have the best childhood — in fact, I had a pretty traumatic childhood with no one there to help me sort out my feelings. I was a lost child in pain for my entire childhood and part of my adulthood. My inner child was completely broken and healing it was one hell of a job.
I often wondered “What is the point of all of this pain? What’s the point of living if I’m living constant pain?”
Today I realize, it’s not the pain you should focus on, but rather the journey of healing your wounds.
Don’t ask “Why is this happening to me?” Instead, ask “Why is this happening for me? What am I meant to learn here?”
When something happens to me today I don’t get upset about it like I used to. I embrace the pain instead of fighting it because I know that this healing journey I’m about to embark on holds a great deal of divine wisdom that I must digest to become a better me.
Life is all about perspective.
You can sit there and wallow in your pain, or you can use that pain to help you elevate. Life has tons of painful moments, so why not use them to your advantage?
Become an alchemist and use your pain and setbacks to forge a new path for yourself and become a new you. Here are some steps to take to do so.
Kill Your Ego And Self-Sabotaging Traits.
Your ego is the part of you that is greedy and impatient — it’s not who you really are. Your soul is your true self. In order to learn the art of alchemy, you must first get in touch with the most authentic part of yourself. The best way to do this is through meditation because it turns your attention inwards which allows the everyday distractions and desires of life to be cut off. You will only be left with your higher self who is you in your most divine form.
Face Your Fears
Alchemy is about freeing yourself and ascending higher which means you have to let go of any baggage holding you back. You have to face whatever trauma you’re trying to avoid and come to terms with it.
Now, the type of trauma someone faces is obviously different for everyone which means someone can work through it on their own while others will need help along the way. Reach out to a therapist or friend if you feel like you need a shoulder to lean on. Working through painful experiences isn’t an easy task so take it slow and don’t be afraid to ask for help.
By facing your trauma and fears, you’re letting go of the pain that comes with that part of you and learning how to process what you feel which leads to emotional maturity in the long run. This is usually the stage where people go through a spiritual awakening.
Embrace The Emotions
Like I mentioned earlier, pain equals growth. While working through your painful experiences you’ll experience a plethora of emotions that bubble up to the surface. Don’t repress these feelings, embrace them and allow the pain to help you heal. Once again, you know yourself best so if it all feels too much, ask for help.
The healing process is meant to be slow not only so you can fully learn your lesson, but also so that you can properly process your emotions and not run from them again.
Welcome The New You
Once you’ve worked through everything you needed to and you’ve come to terms with you who really are, it’s time for a rebirth. You can now shed your old skin or old life and begin to rebuild it from scratch the way you want to. You now have a new perspective on life and newfound strength and self-love that will propel you towards fulfillment. You are connected to your soul and know exactly what you want in life and what your purpose is for being here on earth.
Although I’ve compiled the process into only 4 steps, it’s a lot deeper than this and will probably take longer than you’d expect.
As you can see, being an alchemist means freeing yourself from past hurt while still processing the lessons and strength you gained from the situation. You will eventually become your most authentic self because you’ll learn to see the bright side of things no matter what you encounter. Your light will never be dimmed again.
Remember to take your time. There’s no reason to rush, life isn’t a race. I’m sending love, light, and healing energy your way!
