My Journey to Spiritual Awakening

Life can sometimes push us too far, forcing us to pause. For me, that moment came as a breakdown so severe it stopped me in my tracks. It was a time when my body and mind shut down completely. It was absolutely awful. Yet, through that struggle, I found a path to healing and spiritual awakening that has changed my life and also brought Reiki into my life.

This post shares my journey from that lowest point to a place of strength and insight. If you have faced similar challenges or are curious about spiritual awakening, I hope my story offers some understanding and encouragement for you.

The Moment Everything Changed

For a long time, I had been noticing what some call angel numbers—repeating sequences that for me, only I would know—appearing in my daily life. I saw them often but dismissed them as coincidence. It wasn’t until I hit rock bottom that I began to pay attention.

My breakdown was sudden. I couldn’t eat or drink really at all, a few bites of crumpets and sips of water kept me alive and getting out of bed felt impossible. For weeks I only moved from the bed to the sofa and the sofa to the bed and I just slept and slept. It was a physical and emotional shutdown that lasted weeks. I had to withdraw from everyone, including my family, which was heartbreaking. Not seeing my grandchildren during that time was one of the hardest parts.

I didn’t ask for help. Instead, I chose to face it head on myself. This is not something I recommend you do but this was the path that I chose even though it was hard. It forced me to look deeply into my life, my past, confronting painful memories and painful wounds. It was so exhausting.

Finding Strength in Small Moments

During this dark time, my dog Mille was a constant companion. She is nearly 14 years old now, blind and almost deaf but still enjoying sniffing around and eating her food and treats.

Slowly, I began to regain my strength and spent time sitting in my back garden which backs on to a wood. The wildlife, the birds and the squirrels helped me as well. I slowly started making changes that felt manageable, like overhauling my diet. I cut out alcohol and focused on eating healthy, nourishing foods. This shift was one of the first steps that I now know was awakening.

I adore dandelions. They are beautiful, highly nutritious and the bees love them too!

Embracing Spiritual Guidance

After my breakdown, I became curious about the angel numbers I had been seeing. I bought Kyle Gray’s book on Angel Numbers and started looking up the meanings whenever I noticed these repeating sequences. This practice opened a new door for me and I began seeking guidance from spirit and realised that I wasn't alone.

Lessons Learned on the Path

My journey taught me several important lessons that might resonate with you

• Healing takes time

Some days were harder than others, and that is okay.

• Small changes matter

Adjusting my diet and daily habits helped rebuild my physical and emotional strength.

• Spiritual awakening is personal

It looks different for everyone. For me, it started with paying attention to angel numbers and seeking a deeper meaning from a very difficult place.

Moving Forward

Today, I continue on this spiritual path along with all the usual ups and downs with Reiki in my life. My breakdown was a painful chapter, but it also marked the beginning of my awakening and I remain open to guidance from spirit.

Have you experienced a similar breakdown or spiritual awakening? What small steps made a difference to you?

Awakening is a journey….,

Jx