How to Work With Cycles to Achieve Your Goals

What I’ve discovered about creating a life you love is that it unfolds in cycles. To move toward your goals with more ease and continuity, it helps to understand these natural rhythms and work with the energy of each phase. When we’re out of sync with these cycles, we can find ourselves self-sabotaging, losing momentum, or even undoing progress we’ve worked hard to build. The shift comes when you understand how these cycles operate. With that awareness, you can work with their energy to support the life you’re intentionally creating.

Overcoming the “Feeling Ready” Block

Sometimes, the biggest block to achieving your goals is the belief that you’re not ready. When we think about what our dream life might require from us, whether its a lifestyle change, new habits, or even stepping into discomfort, it can feel overwhelming. The thought of waking up earlier, having difficult conversations, or meeting new people can stop us before we even begin.

Here’s how to break through that block:

1. Get Clear on the Actions Required.
   Think about what you want to manifest and what steps will be needed to gain and sustain it.
2. Start Small.
   Break those actions into tiny, manageable steps. Maybe it’s researching your goal, talking to someone who has achieved it, or journaling about your vision.
3. Align with the Awaken Phase.
   The Awaken phase is the perfect time to take action. This phase aligns with the follicular or waxing moon phase and supports growth, communication, and building momentum. Use this energy to take that first small step—it doesn’t have to be perfect, just intentional.

Getting Specific About What You Want

Often, when we’re unsure of what we truly want, we default to broad desires like “more money.” But money needs a purpose—something specific to flow toward. Manifesting your goals works best when you are clear and aligned with what truly makes you happy.

Here’s how to gain deeper clarity:

1. Tap Into the Attune Phase.
   This phase, linked with the new moon and menstruation is all about stillness, reflection, and connecting with your intuition. For centuries, women have honored this sacred time as a moment to withdraw from distractions and tune into their heart’s desires.
2. Create Space to Reflect.
   Set aside an hour during the Attune phase for journaling or meditation. Ask yourself what makes you happy—not what looks good on someone else. Explore your thoughts through writing, drawing, or creating a vision board.
3. Allow Insights to Flow.
   If the answer doesn’t come immediately, that’s okay. Stay open to ideas over the next week—whether during meditation, walks in nature, or quiet moments. True clarity often comes when we give it space to unfold.

Tackling the “When Will It Happen?” Question

It’s natural to wonder when your goals and dreams with come to fruition. Over time, though, anticipation can turn into doubt. Here’s how to navigate this phase:

1. Look for Clues.
   When I wanted a new car, I started noticing the same car everywhere. Instead of feeling envious, I saw these moments as evidence that my manifestation was on its way. Recognize these signs as a positive reminder that you’re aligning with what it is you want.
2. Focus on the Feelings.
   Journal about how your goals or dreams will make you feel—whether that’s excitement, peace, or freedom. Choose one key emotion and find a small activity that evokes that feeling now.
3. Amplify During the Thrive Phase.
   The Thrive phase, aligned with the full moon and ovulation, is all about expansion and celebration. Use this energy to engage with the activity that stirs up your desired emotion. This creates a ripple effect, helping you attract more of that feeling into your life.

Trusting the Dance Between Action and Magic

The act of bringing your goals and dreams to life requires a partnership between the physical and the metaphysical. To manifest consistently, you have to let go of rigid schedules and the need to know every detail of how something will unfold.

Here’s how to embrace this:

• Build Flexibility. Incorporate supportive Cycle Habits on rotation throughout the month instead of trying to cram everything into one day. Leave space to rest, play, and follow your curiosity.
• Relinquish Control. Let go of needing to know the “big picture.” What you most wish for could show up in ways you can’t predict—and often better than you might imagine.
• Surrender. Relinquish the urge to push and will your dreams into reality. Instead, align with each phase of a cycle and leverage the supportive energies available to you.

Manifesting in Cycles

Achieving your truest goals and dreams doesn’t happen in a straight line. There are periods of excitement and gains, followed by grounding, normalizing, and celebrating your results. The key to consistent goal achievement is learning when to act, when to reflect, and when to rest.

Beyond creating a life you love, you are making space for ease and joy while sharing those good-feeling vibes with those around you.