4 Steps to Becoming a Beacon of Light

Do you wake up each day asking yourself how you can be of service to others? 

It brings me great comfort to observe that even in the darkest of times there are many souls who come forth to be a beacon of light in our world. Our work is never done as we’re constantly evolving bringing new situations and opportunities into our awareness.  

These souls are all around us, each operating in a unique way to bring greater love, light, and peace to everyone on earth. You might hide in the shadows and quietly use your energy for the greater good or you may be sharing your messages openly for others to easily see. 

Because many of you are empaths self-care must be a priority, not just an option when your schedule allows it. Without self-care your light may become dim which in turn limits your capacity to shine for those around you. 

I’m guessing you have a desire to impact the world in a positive way creating a ripple effect that will be felt far beyond your immediate reach. But do you struggle with how to become that beacon of light?   

If so, here are 4 steps to help you become the best version of yourself and shine bright for others to see. 

1.Heal Your Own Heart 

You may have decided from an early age your passion involved helping others. Perhaps you were that friend in primary school who was always a good listener – the one everyone flocked to when they had a problem or needed support. As an adult, you may have chosen a profession that allows you to help others physically, emotionally, or spiritually. 

I personally chose the nursing profession so that I could help individuals navigate health issues and for years I found it quite rewarding. However, I also noticed that when I forgot to make time for self-care (which included my own healing) I became overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out. As my light became dim I realized that in order for me to help others I needed to first help myself.  

Do you sometimes wonder what holds you back from shining as bright as you desire? It’s often those things that cause you pain and don’t allow you to completely open your own heart. The solution is finding tools to help you heal which will in turn allow your heart to feel fully alive again and your light to shine brighter than it has in a long time. 

2.Be A Heart With Two Ears  

Are you a fixer? Do you love to find solutions to any/every problem that you encounter? 

From an early age, many of us women were taught to be caretakers for others whether it be to our partners, our children, our family, or our community. Most of us don’t enjoy seeing those we love hurting or struggling in life. We step in wanting to find a solution to someone’s pain which is often in the form of giving advice. 

When requested, advice can be helpful but what if just listening to what another person is experiencing is more helpful than actually offering feedback? 

Think about a recent conversation you had with another individual in which you shared something that was troubling you. Were you met with feedback/advice or were you just heard? Most of us just want to be heard because often we lack relationships that support us in this sacred way.  

Being a heart with two ears means we listen without any intent to provide feedback, criticism, or advice. Listening from this perspective allows the other individual to be heard, feel important, and perhaps process their feelings and thoughts just through speaking. When you start to approach others from this place you will be amazed at how loved and supported they feel.  

3.Meet Others Where They Are  

You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make it drink. The same goes for humans. No matter how much you want someone to work on healing, make a change, or choose things that benefit their life they always have free will. Allowing others to walk their path is important because each of us has a unique journey with lessons to learn along the way.  

The best way to be a beacon of light for another individual is to accept where they are on their journey even if it’s not where you would wish for them to be. Provide love, encouragement, and support while accepting where they are and knowing that they’re on the path that the universe has divinely created for them to walk. 

4.Be Vulnerable  

Your willingness to be vulnerable often sends the message to others that you are a safe place for them to share things that they may have otherwise hidden inside. If you are someone who has a tribe of individuals that you can share your most vulnerable stories with you are blessed. Not everyone has this support in their life nor do they even know what it might feel like. 

Be the one who is there for others. Be the one who listens with an open heart and who is willing to be authentic and vulnerable. Vulnerability is scary for many people so model it for others. You never know the impact it might have on another human life and the connections it will create. 

As you embark on your journey through life remember that how you show up in the world and the light you project is a direct result of your state of being. The world needs your light but so do you. Choose self-care each and every day knowing that it will allow you to become the brightest light possible for the world to see. Thank you for choosing to shine, my friend.