Show Up for Yourself: A Daily Devotion to Your Wild, Wonderful Self
- Alexandra
- May 14
- 4 min read
Updated: Jun 30
A guide to reconnecting with your wild and divine feminine through presence, rhythm, and ritual

Coming Home to Yourself
To show up for yourself is to tend to your own inner garden — especially when you don’t feel like it. It’s not about perfection or performance. It’s about presence.
In a world that pulls you in a thousand directions, it’s easy to abandon yourself — meeting everyone else’s needs while silencing your own.
But true wellness begins with the brave, daily act of choosing yourself. Not once a month. Not just in crisis. But every single day — in small, sacred ways.
When You’re Not Showing Up for Yourself
You may notice:
Living on autopilot
Chronic tension, headaches, or fatigue
Overgiving and people-pleasing
Skipping meals or rest
Emotional numbness or reactivity
Disconnect from your intuition
Overworking to feel “worthy”
Mind: Anxiety, fog, overthinking
Body: Burnout, hormone imbalance, disrupted sleep
Soul: Feeling lost, uninspired, spiritually disconnected
It’s never too late to return to yourself. Let this be your gentle invitation.
Daily Devotions to Reclaim Your Self-Connection
1. Self-Connection — Come Back to You
Self-connection is the foundation of wild feminine wellness. It means tuning in — not out — and choosing yourself again and again.
Try:
Daily self check-ins: Ask “What do I need right now?” Let the answer guide your next step.
Emotional journaling: Let your truth spill out — unfiltered and raw.
Mirror work: Gaze at yourself and speak gentle affirmations.
Track your inner seasons: Map when you feel most clear, inward, creative. Honour your cycle.
Connection isn’t something you find — it’s something you come home to.
Mind: Clarity and emotional awareness
Body: Regulated nervous system, soft somatic presence
Soul: Authenticity and intuitive alignment
2. Morning Rituals — A Mindful Reclaiming
How you start the day shapes everything. Morning rituals are an energetic boundary — a soft reclaiming of self before the world rushes in.
Try:
Herbal tea (nettle for energy, lemon balm for calm)
Journaling intentions or dreams
Stillness or breathwork
Say: “I honour my energy before I give it away.”
Mind: Clearer thoughts, reduced anxiety
Body: Cortisol and hormone balance
Soul: Rooted purpose and rhythm
3. Rest — Honour Your Need to Slow Down
Rest isn’t a reward — it’s a right. Your body is cyclical, not linear. Deep rest is how you heal, regulate, and reclaim your feminine power.
Try:
Sleep rituals: Herbal teas, magnesium baths, soft lighting, no screens.
Somatic tools: Belly breathing, butterfly tapping, hands to heart.
Restorative movement: Yin yoga, slow stretching.
Do less — without guilt: Cancel what doesn’t nourish you.
Rest is a radical reclamation of your cyclical worth.
Mind: Less mental overload, emotional steadiness
Body: Cellular repair, hormonal reset
Soul: Spaciousness for spiritual connection
4. Herbal Bath Rituals — Soak, Release, Restore
Water rituals are ancient and deeply feminine. They invite you to soften, release, and reconnect.
Sleep & Soothe Bath Blend:
Lavender – Soothes muscles & calms the mind
Chamomile – Relieves nervous tension
Lemon balm – Heart and mind calming
Magnesium/Epsom salts – Relieve physical tension
(Optional) Vetiver or ylang ylang essential oil
Steep herbs, strain, and pour into your bath — or use in a muslin bag.
Mind: Eases racing thoughts
Body: Soothes muscles & prepares for rest
Soul: Creates sacred space for emotional release
Always check with a healthcare provider before using herbs — especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, or on medication.
5. Self-Honouring — Say Yes to You
Self-honouring is the art of saying “yes” to your needs, truth, and energy — even when it disrupts others’ expectations.
Try:
Saying no — unapologetically
Speaking your truth aloud, first in journaling, then in life
Celebrate when you choose yourself
Follow your yes — your wild self speaks through body sensations
You are the altar. The offering. The goddess and the gate.
Mind: Confidence and clarity
Body: Better boundary health and vitality
Soul: Sovereignty, magnetism, and authenticity
6. Nourishment — Eat in Rhythm with Your Wild Body
Nourishment is not a task — it’s devotion. Food is not a battle to win but a language of care.
Try:
Balanced meals with protein, fats, fibre, and colour
Cycle-aware eating:
Follicular: Leafy greens, citrus, quinoa
Ovulation: Cooling, anti-inflammatory foods
Luteal: Grounding, warming foods with magnesium
Menstrual: Iron-rich stews, nettle tea
Mindful eating:
Eat slowly and undistracted
Breathe before your first bite
Listen to hunger and fullness cues
Mind: Focus and reduced overwhelm
Body: Blood sugar balance, reduced bloat
Soul: Body wisdom, inner peace, and self-trust
7. Sensory Rituals — Reawaken Your Senses
Sensuality is the wild feminine’s sacred prayer. Reconnecting to your senses anchors you in presence and pleasure.
Try:
Herbal baths: Rose, hibiscus, lavender, calendula
Aromatherapy: Frankincense (grounding), clary sage (emotional balance), sweet orange (uplift)
Self-massage: Warm oils on feet, womb, or belly
Barefoot nature time: Let your senses drink in the world
Mind: Mindfulness and reduced mental chatter
Body: Lower cortisol, improved circulation
Soul: Divine embodiment and joyful presence
8. Meditation — A Daily Return to Self
Meditation grounds your thoughts and brings you back to yourself.
Try:
Guided meditations for self-worth
5-minute breathwork check-ins
Sit in stillness and notice your breath
Mind: Less anxiety
Body: Calmer stress responses
Soul: Strengthened intuition
9. Sound Healing — Soothe Through Frequency
Frequency heals. Sound helps recalibrate your nervous system and restore calm.
Try:
White or pink noise for deep sleep
Nature sounds: ocean, forest, rain
432Hz or 528Hz music for heart and soul
Mind: Reduces overstimulation
Body: Balances the body’s rhythm
Soul: Resonates with your soul’s natural frequency
Final Thoughts: You Are Worth Showing Up For
This journey isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence. And every small act of self-devotion matters.
You are cyclical, sacred, and worthy — not because of what you do, but because of who you are. Start where you are. Come home to yourself — again and again.
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