Take Back Your Power and Live in the Present

You Are Not Your Past

Something I see with my clients again and again is how easily we give away our personal power. Maybe someone says or does something that makes you feel small, or a situation from the past keeps creeping into your thoughts. When this happens, it’s like handing over control of your emotions and confidence to something or someone else.

What does giving away your power mean? It’s when you let someone’s words, actions, or a memory from the past define how you feel about yourself in the present. It might look like replaying an argument in your head, worrying about someone’s opinion, or doubting yourself because of what happened before.

But here’s the truth: the past no longer exists. It’s gone. The only thing that’s real is this moment—*right now.* And in this moment, you have everything you need to stand in your power. You are not who you were back then. You’ve grown, you’ve learned, and you get to choose how you respond moving forward.

How to Reclaim Your Power

If this feels familiar, here’s how you can start taking back your power:

1. Notice Where Your Focus Is.

The first step is catching yourself in the act of giving away your power. Ask yourself:

- Am I focusing on something I can’t control?

- Is this thought tied to the past, or is it about the present moment?

Simply noticing these patterns is a huge step toward change. It helps you pause and bring your attention back to where you are now.

2. Set Your Attention/Intention to the Present

Instead of dwelling on what happened or worrying about what might happen, focus on what’s real right now. You can ask yourself:

- What is something I can do or focus on right now that feels good or productive?

- What matters to me in this moment?

Redirecting your attention to the present is a way of saying, “I am in charge of my thoughts, and I choose to move forward.”

3. Set Boundaries with Your Thoughts

Taking back your power isn’t just about setting boundaries with others; it’s also about setting boundaries with yourself. When you notice your mind pulling you into old patterns, gently remind yourself:

- I don’t need to go there.

- That moment is over, and I am here now.

Practicing this self-boundary helps you train your mind to focus on what’s real and important today.

4. Focus on What You Can Control

When we give away our power, it’s often because we’re focused on things outside our control—someone else’s behavior, a past event, or “what ifs.” To reclaim your power, bring your attention to what you *can* control:

- How you choose to respond.

- What actions you take today.

- What you allow into your thoughts.

By focusing on what’s within your control, you remind yourself that your power lies within you, not outside of you.

5. Own Your Choices

Part of standing in your power is recognizing that you have the ability to make choices, even in difficult situations. Every moment is an opportunity to choose differently—to show up for yourself, set a boundary, or let something go.

Ask yourself:

- What choice can I make right now that feels aligned with who I am today?

- What’s one thing I can do to support myself in this moment?

Ready to Reclaim Your Power?

If this resonates with you and you’re ready to take the next step, I’d love to support you. Through one-on-one sessions or healing bundles, I can help you release old patterns, reconnect with your inner strength, and step into your power.

My offerings include personalized intuitive counseling, Reiki healing, and chakra balancing to help you shift from feeling stuck to feeling empowered. We can create a space for you to heal, grow, and thrive together.

Click here to learn more or book a session with me today.

Your power is yours to claim—let’s start this journey together.