We can all do with a bit of help in the ‘get your soul in check’ department. Wabi Sabi Magazine celebrates the beauty of imperfection, the reality that we are all a mind-body-soul work in progress. Wabi Sabi Editor, Emma Mildon, shares some practical tips for keeping your soul in check over the summer

Get Your Energy in Check

Your soul’s energy radar is switched to on mode. Conscious people are sensitive and understanding, almost to the point that they absorb other energies around them. They understand that you are either adding to a good vibe or polluting the space around you with negativity. Just as a person with a highly infectious illness wouldn’t go around purposefully spreading it, a spiritual person expects the same respect and cleanliness to be concerned when spreading negative energy. Be conscious of what energy you are spreading and make sure you are not coughing negativity without covering your mouth!

The key is to be aware of how others feel in your company, and vice versa. You should always leave people feeling better for being around you. Be gentle with yourself, however: you are human, and bad days happen. Just make sure that you’re looking after yourself and giving yourself the space and quiet when needed. Being aware of your energy - and how it’s interacting with other energies - is a sign of a conscious soul.

Get Your Ego in Check

Conscious people don’t judge, compare, or compete with others (well we are all human, but we try not to right?). They respect everyone’s beliefs, understand that everyone is on a unique journey, in her own space, learning in her own time and own way. They understand that everyone’s growth, development and life lessons are unique.

An unconscious person or self-appointed ‘guru’ will always be seeking to trump others, seeking to be the knower of all, the wisest, the ‘I know more than you’ projection artist. Be careful not to fall into the conscious ego trap. Some people even make meditation a marathon where only one person can win gold. Heads up: If that’s the case, you are doing it wrong. #EveryoneWins

The key is to focus on yourself, what your soul tells you, what your body needs, what feels right for you. Nobody else can beat you to your conscious finish line - you are the only person in the race! So stop comparing, or competing and focus on your leg of the conscious journey.

Get Your Entourage in Check

Solitude is the best way to recharge your soul. We do not need constant social engagements, the illusion of busy - we are content with being in the presence of only our self. While some liberated conscious socialites love to be surrounded by others, in the limelight and out on the town they are conscious to add to others lives while partying – be it joy, laughter, company, most of all energy.

As you become more of a conscious explorer, consumer and have your energy and ego in check you will find that you will be surrounded by like-minded souls. People, who share similar experiences, are also consciously evolving, or who share the same vibe. Your conscious entourage will light and lift you up!