MOVE WITH JOY 😂

alignment inner peace joy May 15, 2026

Part of you knows what feels aligned. 

Another part still wants certainty before moving. 

The old habit of self-doubt tends to show up in spaces you are ready to outgrow.  

If you find yourself overthinking, it's usually a sign that fear is coming up. 

It's normal. 
A new edge creates uncertainty. 

Underneath it all is a question: 

Do I trust my inner guidance or 

Try to cut corners by avoiding feelings and listening,

Falling into the trap of external formulae for success.

....

When I met my very influential spiritual teacher, 

She told me this: 
Trust Your Joy, Everything Is Possible. 

At the time, I used to confuse joy with nervous system excitement, escape, and freedom from responsibility. 

I thought joy meant avoiding discomfort. 

I confused alignment with intensity. 

NOW, joy feels quieter, steadier, and more honest.  

In the world we live in, noise is normalized and externally rewarded. Yet, it leaves you feeling empty inside. It's a conscious choice & discipline to lower the volume of external noise and prioritize your unique path and expression. 

Fear is another sensation you can feel in your body without it running the show. 

Onwards ... 

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This month, Moving in Life with JOY is our monthly theme. 
Join the group healing session in the Spiritual Collective on May 23rd (2 pm EST, online). 
Register here 

Xx, 

Mariya

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