Mid-meditation in 2014, I looked at a map of the United States.

“Wisconsin,” I thought, “That’s for sure where I will be in 10 years.” But I couldn’t go; as hard as I tried, I couldn’t land in Wisconsin… not even the Midwest. Instead, my mind guided my future self to California. “California!?” I was puzzled. I’d never dreamed of moving to California, I loved the Midwest… this had to be a mistake of my imagination.

Fast forward to graduate school, 2018. I’m seated in one of my best friend’s living room, discussing the wonder of meditation, I remember for the first time since choosing to pursue my Master’s degree: my Future Self Meditation completed FOUR years ago.

“Holy. Cats.” I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA.

This extraordinary revelation, this meeting of past and present and future, occurred months ago. Still today I sit at my desk shaking my head in bewilderment. How did I know!? && How crazy is it that I not only knew, but simultaneously did NOT know; my Future Self Meditation four years ago invited me to California (I accurately predicted my future), yet I had no idea, at the time, WHY (I never wanted to live in California! – yet it turns out California was home to one of the only Positive Psychology programs in the country).

There are so many useful practices to adopt in our alignment toolbox (e.g., yoga – as we've have discussed over the last few weeks!) Meditation aids my alignment journey by fostering awareness, understanding, and a vision of my authentic self.

Are you ready for your “holy cats” moment? Visit yesandbymarin YouTube this week for a FREE, guided Future Self Mediation. Feel supported as you explore and experience your authentic self, && take one step toward your dream: a full, authentic life.