What’s your soul craving?
People are craving something new, and there’s a very specific pattern I see.
They’re longing for something more meaningful, peaceful, joyful, or all of the above. They’re craving it for themselves, for others, or both. And, unlike the bouncing thoughts of the mind, they’re feeling it from a much deeper space, from the very core and soul of who they are.
But it can be hard to know what to do with that information, when the craving itself isn’t always clear.
As a coach, I get to work with all kinds of amazing people who are on a journey of transformation and growth. Since I first began this path in 2008, I’ve seen hundreds of people up close create amazing shifts and changes in their lives. One thing I’ve noticed is that it all begins with a craving, and not just any craving, but a craving that comes from the soul.
So I wanted to share a starting place, a frame of reference for you to begin uncovering what’s there for you.
Because…
What your soul craves is directly related to what you truly want in this life…who you are to be, what you are to become, and your greatest gifts, passions, and purpose.
By identifying what’s being craved, you begin receiving insights to guide you closer to your truth, and bring your highest path to life.
Though we’re all different, we have a heck of a lot in common, and I’ve broken down some of the main themes into 5 soul cravings I see over and over again.
Wondering what your soul is craving?
Check out the 5 C’s of Soul Craving below, with clues to find out which ones are showing up for you.
1. Change
You’re craving a change - something more, something less, or something different than today.
This may feel like energized excitement, restlessness, determination, a quiet knowing, or a longing for something from deep within your core. Even if you don’t know exactly what you’re craving, you can sense a change is wanted or needed.
2. Clarity
You’re craving clarity about your dreams, passions, purpose, or life overall. You may feel you have all the resources you need, and just want to point yourself in the right direction so you can thrive. Or you may feel lost, foggy, or struggling to connect the dots of your own life to make decisions about what comes next.
When craving clarity, there are a number of common questions that arise: What do I want to do with my life? What’s my purpose? How can I help others? What direction do I head? What decisions should I make? Who am I now? Who am I becoming? What should I do next?
3. Clearing
You’re craving a clearing in your life, of the physical, mental, emotional, or energetic experiences that are there. You’re ready to clear out the clutter, let things go, create more spaciousness, or make room for something new. This can be a craving for a clearing within yourself, in the environment around you, or both.
Inner Clearing: You’re longing for more peace, vibrance, joy, or have lost touch with who you truly are at the core. You’re ready for fewer fears, obligations, rules, or blocks that slow you down or keep you stuck.
External Clearing: You’re wanting greater simplicity, beauty, space, or organization in the physical environment around you. You’re ready for less clutter and junk, or fewer things that create a negative feeling when you’re around them.
4. Creating
You’re craving building something new, or simply want to experience the creative process itself.
You might be longing to…build a business, start a new career, make a positive impact, organize gatherings for family and friends, cook intricate meals, make art, begin improvements on your home, create meaningful experiences, reinvent yourself, or create an entirely new vision and chapter in life.
If this craving has been there for a while and you haven’t acted on it yet, there’s a good chance you’re tired of sitting still, dragging your feet, waiting for later, overthinking, or looping in the same-old-same-old.
5. Coasting
You’re craving the experience of coasting in your life. When it comes to soul cravings, this means longing to be in the flow while living a more intuitively-guided life, or continuing the positive momentum in your life that’s already there.
Craving Flow: You’re tired of the headache that comes from overthinking, overcontrolling, or overanalyzing things in your life. You may receive inspiration from your heart and soul, but the mind jumps in and overrides it before you have a chance to take action. You know that intuition is your guide to living your own most joyful and meaningful life, and want to follow its guidance…but it’s hard right now to make that a reality.
Craving Positive Momentum: You’re currently experiencing a positive time in your life and want to enjoy the moments as you go. Maybe you’ve already done a lot of work to get to this point, or a number of good fortunes have come your way. Either way, right now isn’t about adding a ton more to your plate – instead, it’s about allowing the positive energy, presence, and momentum that’s here to carry you through.
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So, I wonder…
Which soul cravings are showing up for you?
Change, clarity, clearing, creating, or coasting?
And, perhaps most importantly…
Based on what you’ve uncovered today, what are your next steps?
This is a crucial piece to it all, because…
A craving without action is just a possibility. And with these types of cravings…a craving without action is an unlived dream of the soul.
It’s easy to let time slip by as inspiration and clarity fade, but it’s just as easy to do one small thing in a new direction guided by the insights you’ve received.
Don’t want to do it alone? You don’t have to.
If you’d like support on your soul journey, I’d love to hear from you.
Now is a prime time to take your own next steps, big or small, and begin putting your inspiration into action today.
With love,
Lena
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P.S. Want support on your soul journey? Book a Discovery Call to find out if coaching together is a match for you. 😊
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Lena D. Meyer is a Transformational Life Coach, and the founder of Gratitude6. She is ranked as one of the top life coaches in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, and since 2008 has supported hundreds of people in living their most joyful, purposeful, and empowered lives. Including media and public speaking events, her tools and messages have reached thousands.
Her specialties include intuition, mindset shifts, life transitions and positive impact, and she believes now more than ever we have the opportunity to create positive change in our lives and world.
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