In contemporary spiritual talk, the “highest self” is referenceda lot.

What is the higher self?

(The wordembodiedreminds us that we are more than just our physicalitywe are our spiritual essence, too.)

Athena Laz

We all experience our inner worldsand highest selvesthrough symbols.

The simplest way to activate your innate connection to your highest self is by sitting still.

Nomeditationorbreathworkrequired (although both can act to get you into a more receptive state of being).

It joins the earthly and the metaphysical using symbolic imagery.

It’s a dance between the seen and unseen.

The backdrop of the scene is a black horizon with a sunrise over a calm, pale blue sea.

The first thought you have in response to this evocative image is psychologically telling.

What came up for you as you imagined this card or read my imagery description?

Discomfort, fear, absolute inner knowing, or something else entirely?

Did you focus on the man, the swords, or the sea?

The symbols/images that you gravitate toward speak to your inner world.

Is emotional baggage worth holding on to?

Perhaps it’s time for forgiveness, for yourself and others?

The takeaway

Ultimately, there is no split between you and your highest self.

You are one and the same, always connected.