I want to explore the idea of stepping outside of ourselves—what that means and why it might be just as valuable as diving deep within. We’re individuals, yes, but we’re also part of something greater: the collective consciousness of humanity. What we experience internally often reflects what’s happening externally—and vice versa.
For example, if you notice judgment rising in your life—toward yourself or others—you’ll likely start to be aware of similar energies mirrored in the world around you. It might show up in politics, on social media, in the workplace, or even in what you’re watching on TV. Most of what we experience in the microcosm of our life is echoed in the macrocosm. Emotions such as personal sorrow or being overwhelmed can align with broader feelings in the collective. Situations like feeling in control or out of control can be echoed in the news or public spaces. It is almost as if we are playing out a mini version of world energies at home!
When we observe our thoughts and emotions with awareness—without judgment—we begin to notice these patterns playing out in the larger world. There are many messages in noticing what we notice. What are we focusing on? Why?
This process goes both ways. What we see in the world is not only a reflection of us as a collective—it’s also a message to us individually. It can guide us toward what we may need to nurture, acknowledge, remove or accept within. By becoming conscious observers, we can choose how to respond. Rather than reacting, we can pause, take a breath, reflect, and decide: How is this serving me? What is it showing me? Do I want to follow this vibration? Or let it go?
And when we shift something inside ourselves, we influence the collective, even in subtle ways.
So when we seek peace, joy, or balance, we can look both within and without. Where is the chaos within that seeks the peace? Where does it reside in my body? Why is it there? What is it I fear? Look for peace in the collective if you can't find it within, in the wider world. It might appear in a quiet breeze, the hum of a bee, the rhythm of the ocean, or the smile of a stranger. These moments, when noticed and embraced, become part of our healing. They help us remember: the world is not just chaos and pain—it holds beauty, stillness, and wisdom, too. In choosing to look for that, noticing and acknowledging it, we embrace and accept the vibration for ourselves. And we gift it back to the world, strengthening the collective.
It's important to remember that choosing to align with vibrations such as peace, joy, or compassion is not the same as passively accepting everything as it is. It does not bypass the more shadowy aspects of our experiences. It is not ignoring them either. We see, but we choose something else for ourselves and commit to embodying that for all, not just ourselves. It doesn't mean we turn a blind eye to what feels out of alignment or unjust. When we step into the vibration we wish to hold, we also become more attuned to what doesn't resonate—what feels discordant, what feels like a 'no'.
From that awareness, we can make conscious choices. We can take aligned action - to set boundaries, to speak our truth, to reject or walk away from what doesn't serve us or the greater good. This is not from resistance or fear or anger, but from a powerful, heart-centred movement toward integrity. Toward actively creating a life, a world, that mirrors the vibration we choose to hold.
In this way, positivity is not passive. It is a quiet strength. A reclamation. A radical act of saying: I choose this path. I choose this way of being even if the world is pulling in another direction. We learn to stand fast with our beliefs, and we follow our moral compass to chart the course for us in the best way we can.
We all have unique fingerprints, but we are also woven into the same universal fabric. A grain of sand is also a beach, an ocean, an entire coastline, a huge desert. We are human and also part of human unity - humanity. Therefore, healing isn’t just about personal transformation—it’s about choosing to take real action and live in a way that uplifts the whole—not just for personal gain but from a place of compassion and unity. We move from an 'It's all about Me' mindset into an 'It's about Us All' - a 'We' framework.
So, when we feel stuck—emotionally or physically—we can still bring light into our circumstances. Even if we’re doing a job out of necessity, we can carry the vibration we want to live in: perhaps through a kind word, a quiet song, or a moment of gratitude. We can still be clear about what we can't accept, and we can do that by voicing our disagreements or acting on our truth with compassionate understanding and love. These small choices help us align with what we wish to experience, even in the face of challenge.
Ultimately, this is about noticing, observing, and choosing. It’s about becoming the gatekeeper of our own energy, deciding what we allow in and what we send out. We can’t always change our circumstances, but we can shift how we meet them.
It is also about taking responsibility for humanity - because that is us. So—step outside of yourself. Witness. Reflect. Then return—centered, connected to all, aware, and ready to embody the energy you wish to see in the world.
To work with this concept, here are some ponderings to help you understand how stepping outside yourself and connecting to the collective consciousness may help you grow.
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What is the world currently reflecting to me? What patterns or themes am I noticing?
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When I feel triggered or activated, can I pause to observe instead of react? What changes in that moment?
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What energy, values, or emotions do I want to embody more fully?
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Where do I notice those energies already existing in the world? In nature? In people? In moments?
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What boundaries or choices could I consider to stay aligned with the vibration I wish to hold?
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Is there a place where I've mistaken positivity for passivity? What aligned action might support me instead?
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How does being part of a collective consciousness change how I see my healing journey?
Take your time with these. There are no wrong answers — only deeper layers of self-understanding.
Consider a daily practice around this concept:
Start each morning by setting an intention to observe your thoughts without judgment and consciously choose responses that align with the energy you want to create - both for yourself and potentially for others.
The key is maintaining that awareness in each present moment, trying to choose your response rather than react, and always recognising your connection to your larger collective.
An intention for stepping out of yourself to help you connect to the divine, the divine heart, the divine mind, the divine unity of humankind, with compassionate awareness and intentional energy.
You can use this as a morning meditation, a guide to bring a quiet moment of reflection, or to ground yourself when you feel disconnected or chaotic. Adjust the words to suit you or reflect your feelings better:
"I open myself to the universal flow of compassion and wisdom. I choose to observe my inner landscape with gentle curiosity, releasing judgment and embracing connection. May my energy contribute to healing - first within myself and then rippling out to touch the collective consciousness with love, understanding, and hope. I am both uniquely myself and deeply connected to All That Is.