Whether we realize it or not, we all have daily rituals – those routines and habits we use to help us get through the day. Your morning might begin with making a cup of coffee, taking a hot shower, or getting in an early workout. Perhaps you make some time for meditation, reading, or prayer. Our daily rituals are the building blocks of our lives. When they work for us, they help us create a life filled with joy, happiness, and blessings each day.
Here are 5 daily rituals to consider adding to your routine to make the most of each day:
1. Study wisdom for at least 10 minutes.
Even those of us who follow a spiritual path and make time for prayer, reflection, or meditation don’t always find time to actually study words of wisdom, but there are incredible benefits to doing so. Reading something from a more elevated mind can change the way we approach life, provide us with inspiration and direction, and connect us to a higher state of consciousness. It opens our minds to new possibilities and ways of seeing, creating positive ripples throughout the day.
Although it can be difficult to find time to study, even just a few minutes a day can make all of the difference.
2. Make time for prayer.
There's a great gap between who we are in this moment and who we have the potential to become. One of the reasons most of us fall short of living our potential is because we view our abilities and strengths within the confines of who we are right now. In other words, we place limitations on ourselves because we don’t see the possibilities of what we are capable of.
Prayer bridges the gap between the person you are now and the person you are meant to become. It helps to remove limited thinking and allows you to tap into the greater force that exists within you, bringing that energy into everything you do in the day.
3. Do something physical.
We sometimes make the mistake of thinking that the soul is spiritual while the body is not. We don’t often think of our bodies as being part of our spiritual journey, but the mind, body, and soul are interconnected. The body houses the soul - if it's not healthy, it limits what our souls can do.
Physical movement can be a spiritual practice. We were meant to take care of our bodies by eating well, exercising, and treating them kindly. The more we respect and honor our bodies, the more connected to the spirit we feel.
4. Find moments of appreciation throughout the day.
Appreciation is a powerful and necessary tool that keeps us focused on the most important things in our lives. Finding appreciation first thing in the morning creates a positive wave of energy that carries us throughout the day. The more moments of appreciation we find during the day, the more of a positive impact it has on our consciousness.
Check in with yourself during the day. Pause and take a second to appreciate something beautiful, funny, or interesting. Push yourself to find more and more of these moments each day, and you will start to change the way you view the world and to feel the positive wave supporting your day.
5. Forgive those who have wronged you each night.
There is a powerful lesson found in the Zohar that teaches us the power of forgiveness. It suggests that each night before we go to sleep, we should think of someone who upset us, disappointed us, or wronged us. Then, actively make the choice to forgive, not because they were right, but because the energy of forgiveness can create miracles.
If you want to have a miraculous day tomorrow, do everything you can to completely forgive others before you allow yourself to go to sleep. Make this part of your daily routine, and there is no limit to what can happen tomorrow.
The purpose of rituals is not just to have a routine to get through the day or even to find moments of peace. They are about uprooting ourselves from the general noise and flow of life to tap into a different flow, one of positivity and Light. Try adding some of these rituals into your day and see what works best for you. You’ll know they are working if you feel lighter, happier, and more connected to the universe.
