How to Actually Integrate Metaphysical Practices into Daily Life (Without Getting Overwhelmed).
Simple ways to ground intuition, energy work & astrology into your everyday rhythm. How to make this stick.
When I first opened to my intuition, I was both lit up & completely overwhelmed. There were so many tools, rituals, teachers, terms, calendars — it felt like I needed a second life just to be ‘spiritual enough.’ What I learned (& what I now teach) is this: you don’t need to do it all. You just need to start where you are — & honor that.
I asked my community what questions they had for me & what they’d like to see more of & a beautiful subscriber asked about this: “…giving more examples from your life or more practical examples in any form would help, personally I get very flustered about the way I go about my spiritual practices often so I think it would be helpful if I could get suggestions on how to do them!”
This article is my answer.
The Pattern we are Breaking.
In a tech-centered world of hooks & a 3-second window of mental capacity, you’ve likely heard it all: “Integrate THIS today. When I did THIS, my whole world changed. THIS is what everyone is getting wrong. THIS will change your life.” We’re being told at every moment that this is the one thing we need—right here, right now.
It’s overwhelming. & the dopamine we get hit with from scrolling—those quick pings of stimulation—are the same chemical rewards our ancestors got from completing a successful hunt. But what once took hours of effort, movement & survival instinct, we now get instantly—without leaving the couch. Our biology hasn’t evolved as fast as our tech & the result is a nervous system constantly chasing meaning but rarely integrating it.
What comes after this “hit” is: The Drop. The moment you look up from your phone, thinking you were going to be inspired by all the “spirituality & Woo” but you’re actually left hating yourself & overwhelmed with where to even begin. Questioning yourself: “That’s not what my life looks like? So I’m NOT supposed to meditate this way? I thought I was doing “it” right.”
The “THIS” mentioned in every story above was different for every leader that spoke their words & shared their tale. What is most important in my practice & the root of Awakened Mastery is: this is all a Cafeteria Line. Take what resonates with you & leave the rest. The practices that work for me, are not always going to work for you. My platter after hitting the Cafeteria Line is going to look completely different than yours. This is a good thing! The world would be so boring if we were all blades of grass - we are meant to shine & stand out in our own way & our individual spiritual/metaphysical practices will be no different.
Take a moment & check in with yourself here:
What spiritual practice am I most interested in?
What ONE practice does my future self do that I do not yet do?
Am I grounded everyday?
Am I breathing deeply?
Do I know myself well?
Am I breaking habits & patterns?
Try to label your north star here. Big BROAD brush strokes:
I want to feel more centered.
I want to connect more with my guides & aliens.
I want to feel healthier.
I want to be wealthier.
I want to understand my Birth Chart more & get more into Astrology?
I want to feel more peace in my life.
I want to talk to Spirit, God, Source, All There Is.
A great place to look: What brought you to spirituality & metaphysics in the first place? What “awakened” you? Label it & let’s continue.
TOO Many Tools - Not Enough Grounding.
One thing I have learned along this journey is that there are certain NON-Negotiables that really work for me. Not because they’re ‘rules,’ but because they’re the practices that hold me as I grow. These are my personal “chop wood | carry water” & I offer them here as possibilities. If even one of these lands for you—amazing. Mastery begins with choosing one thing & letting it integrate.
My Personal NON-NEGOTIABLES:
Daily Grounding – At least one moment each day to come back into my body & breath. I do this through meditation, first thing in the morning.
Astrology Foundation – Understanding my own cosmic blueprint & the transits that are activating my chart. This keeps me aligned & compassionate with my timing.
Water – Hydration as a spiritual & physical act. No explanation needed.
Nature – Touching earth resets everything. Mother Earth knows.
Creative Expression – Even 5 minutes of dancing, doodles, or singing clears the energy. Trust it.
Journaling (Pen + Paper) – Digital notes don’t do the same thing. Writing by hand helps me channel. It’s a love affair.
Tarot or Woo-Woo Portal – A way to commune with All there Is. Could be cards, could be something else—just talk to the God of your understanding.
Have a Sunday – One sacred reset day. Structure = freedom. I need a day to plop.
Non-Traceable Search – Energetic hygiene matters, even online. I use DuckDuckGo to keep my seeking clean.
When I first started - this wasn’t a pretty practice & life (in general) doesn’t ask for perfection from us - just that we practice.
When I was a young girl, I had a mediation table in my room with my very first deck of tarot cards (that I still have to this day). I barely knew how to meditate & the cards were only used sparingly - I didn’t understand what I was doing.
When I first began to study meditation as a practice I began with 60 seconds a day. I would try to count my breaths for 60 seconds & when I would lose count - I started back at one. I would set a timer for 60 seconds… & that began my meditation journey. That was a lot for me at the time. But I just kept coming back to it - every single day.
Over the years, I have spent countless meditations thinking about the food I’m going to eat after or if coffee first thing in the morning is a good thing. But every single day… I return to my breath & my self.
Yes, sometimes my journaling is wonky & sometimes the page is mostly blank. Sometimes I don’t check the planets… it happens on Sundays from time to time. But every day - I start a new page - a fresh canvas for my ideas to flow.
This is The Magic of Repetition Over Perfection. Spiritual integration isn’t about doing it right — it’s about returning again & again, letting the practice meet you where you are.
Choose ONE Anchor Practice & Integrate it Fully.
I invite you to pick one practice from either my list above, or a different practice that came through in your journaling. Pick one non-negotiable that calls to you—& give it a container. Maybe that’s 30 days. Maybe 90. Or, if you work well with cycles, maybe a moon phase or a Mars transit. What matters is the devotion, not the deadline. This art of mastery is the practice.
At the END of that chosen cycle, check in with yourself:
What did I do well?
What could I improve upon?
& what is fully integrated.
Then: what’s next!!
Let your wins land. Be with them & celebrate them! Choosing ONE practice to integrate nourishes the muscle of the “habit of habit.” Let change be fun & something you CAN accomplish!
Let this Practice be FUN.
What sparks Joy & Wonder? What is fun? What are you most curious about? Like I presented earlier: what brought you to Metaphysics in the first place? What created your awakening? Start there! Let that child-like essence guide you into a practice of curiosity & dedication to the self.
Remember: mastery isn’t about doing more—it’s about integrating fully. Our whole life is a journey of integration & experimentation - find what works for you! I will die on this mountain: spiritual growth isn’t a fixed meal plan — this is all a Cafeteria Line. Take what nourishes you. Leave what doesn’t & come back for seconds when you’re ready. Your second plate might look wildly different than the first! This is a good thing, it means you’re growing. What you choose as your second dedication to integrate might surprise you. Choose your path - the one right in front of you & trust where it leads is for your highest good.
If this speaks to you: this is the heart of Awakened Mastery — a soul-led, practical guide to integrating metaphysical practices in a way that actually fits your life. This is my Metaphysical Foundations Course. I go deeper into all of these practices & how to weave them into your leadership path. If one tool makes a difference, imagine what a full container can offer. If you’re ready, the journey begins here—with Chapter One’s video available for free.
You can explore the whole program HERE.
Every single person you meet on this planet is going to have a different chart, different preferences, a whole different view on this experience we call living. This makes the world the magical place that it is! Enjoy being in the driver’s seat of your own life & awakening journey. Enjoy the journey, my dear. & come back to this article as often as you need - when you complete a cycle & you’re ready for your next adventure!
Thank you for being here & see you soon!
As always,
SARAH