Reclaiming Your Personal Power When You Feel Powerless

Feeling powerless can be an overwhelming experience, often leaving us feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. However, reclaiming your personal power is not only possible, but it can also be a transformative journey. Here are some effective strategies to help you regain your sense of agency in your life.

Take It Slower

In a world that often values speed and productivity, taking things slower can feel counterintuitive. However, slowing down allows you to reconnect with yourself and your needs. When you take your time, you can make more thoughtful decisions and avoid the pitfalls of impulsive actions that may lead to further feelings of powerlessness.

TRY THIS: Pause with your hand on your heart. Take a deep breath in through your nose, and sloooooly exhale through your mouth. Repeat 2 more times. Now ask yourself, "How am I doing right now? What do I need?"

Try Softer

Instead of pushing through challenges with force, consider adopting a softer approach. This means being gentle with yourself and recognizing that it's okay to take a step back, to look at things from a new angle, or to simply wait If you can't make a decision in the moment. Embrace compassion and understanding, both towards yourself and others. This shift can help you cultivate resilience and a deeper sense of personal strength.

REMEMBER: You are not a robot, so please don't treat yourself like one.

Give Yourself Grace

Often, we feel pressured to achieve goals quickly, but this sense of urgency can lead to anxiety and burnout. Ask yourself, "What's the rush?" Allow yourself the grace to move at your own pace. By releasing the need to hurry, you can create space for clarity and creativity, enabling you to make more empowered choices.

Stay Present

Practicing mindfulness and staying present can significantly enhance your sense of personal power. When you focus on the here and now, you can let go of worries about the past or future. Engage in activities that ground you, such as deep breathing, meditation, or simply observing your surroundings and naming them out loud. This presence will help you feel more centered and in control. We make our best decisions from the present moment.

HOT TIP: the best way to get in the present moment is by taking 3 deep, slow breaths with long exhales.

Stay in Your Body

When feelings of powerlessness arise, it's easy to get lost in your thoughts. Instead, focus on staying in your body. What helps you root into your body? Engage in physical activities like yoga, walking, or dancing to reconnect with your physical self. This embodiment can help release pent-up emotions and foster a sense of agency over your own experience.

TRY THIS: Make a list of physical activities that help you drop into your whole body that you can refer to in a stressful moment.

Don't Get Heady

While it's natural to analyze situations, overthinking and rumination can lead to analysis-paralysis. Try to avoid getting too caught up in your head. Instead, lean into your intuition and gut feelings. Listen to what your body and emotions are telling you. This balance between logic and intuition can empower you to make decisions that resonate with your true self.

TRY THIS: If you need to get the analysis out of your head, do some journaling. That way once you're done writing, you can leave it there on the paper, rather than continuing to let it go round and round in your mind!

Embrace Ease and Flow

Reclaiming your power doesn't have to be a struggle. Embrace ease and flow in your life. Allow things to unfold naturally rather than forcing outcomes. This approach can lead to unexpected opportunities and a more profound sense of fulfillment. Remember, frenetic action is not required, unless you genuinely enjoy that pace. (but do you really?!) One of my favorite mantras is, "Everything is in perfect Divine order!"

Try This: Tell yourself, "I'm open to this being easier than I'm anticipating!"

Follow What Lights You Up

What activities and practices help you show up in the world for others? What activities and practices help you show up in your own life? Do that. That’s self-care. Making time for these activities and practices are exactly where your personal power is. It doesn't have to be long, but I guarantee, when you feed your own soul and take good care of your physical body and do the practices to tame your mind and soothe your emotions, you will automatically be tapped into the most powerful version of yourself possible.

Your Personal Power

Reclaiming your personal power is a journey that requires patience, self-compassion, and mindfulness. By taking it slower, trying softer, and staying present, you can shift your perspective and regain control over your life. Remember, it’s not about rushing or forcing your way through challenges; it’s about embracing the process and finding empowerment in the moments of stillness and flow. Take the time to reconnect with yourself, and you’ll discover the strength that has always been within you.