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Space has power.\n\nIt either resonates with you, or it doesn\u2019t. Like everything in life, the spaces around us are imbued with energy.\n\n Space supports and empowers you, or it undermines and drains your energy. In other words, if the energy of a place supports the idea of sacredness, the person in that room will find it much easier to resonate with their own sacredness. It is easy to see why creating your own sacred space is essential.\n\n Sacred spaces make us feel comfortable, welcomed, supported and loved. Sacred spaces are also vital containers of positive intention and action.\n\n In this podcast, we will establish a regular spiritual practice and create your own sacred altar space.\n\n \n\nThe benefits of creating an altar include:\n Having a physical expression of your commitment, personal goal or desire\n Having a symbolic collection/meeting place of tools to enhance your spiritual practice\n Enjoying a sacred space dedicated to your work\n Making your deepest spiritual needs a physical part of your life\n Gaining a spiritual centre in your life that you can work with every day\n Having a source of positive energy that fills your home\n Feeling a sense of empowerment through creativity & connection\n \n\nStep 1. Choose a place that feels right but try not to overthink it!\n \n\nIf you have the option for a quiet place to dedicate to your altar space, then fantastic! \n\n \n\nMany of us don\u2019t have that option. For years, my altar was in my bedroom in a small corner. My husband and daughter were always very respectful when I was sitting at my altar space.\n\nStep 2. Cleanse the space.\n \n\nIn all the usual ways, sounds, smoke, intention or with light (such as a candle)\n\n \n\nStep 3. Begin to gather objects that are meaningful to you.\nHere are some things people tend to include on their altars:\n\n\u2013 Objects that represent your spirit guides\n\n\u2013 Objects that represent a spiritual teacher\n\n\u2013 Objects that reflect yin/yang, light/dark, masculine/feminine\n\n\u2013 Objects that represent the body, mind, heart, soul, and spirit\n\n\u2013 Objects that represent the elements of fire, water, earth, & air\n\n\u2013 Objects that represent qualities that one most wishes to embody (e.g. freedom, love)\n\n\u2013 Objects that represent your inner child\n\n\u2013 Objects that represent the cycle of life, death, and transformation\n\n\u2013 Objects that amplify energy (e.g. your sacred objects)\n\n\u2013 Any other objects that are inspiring, powerful or helpful\n\n \n\nHere is a list you may find helpful:\n\n\u2013 candles\n\n\u2013 statues\n\n\u2013 feathers\n\n\u2013 stones\n\n\u2013 crystals\n\n\u2013 decorative stands\n\n\u2013 inspiring quotes\n\n\u2013 a journal\n\n\u2013 written notes\n\n\u2013 prayer books\n\n\u2013 rosary beads\n\n\u2013 skulls or bones\n\n\u2013 alive plants\n\n\u2013 water\n\n\u2013 shells\n\n\u2013 flower petals\n\n\u2013 symbols\n\n\u2013 sand\n\n\u2013 salt\n\n\u2013 photos\n\n\u2013 oracle or tarot cards\n\n\u2013 pebbles\n\n\u2013 essential oils\n\n \n\nYou can include on your altar anything you wish. Just make sure you design it the way you would like it, not how you think it should look or that other people tell you is correct.\n\n \n\nStep 4. Arrange your altar.\nOnce you have found your sacred space, cleansed it, and got an idea of what objects to include, you\u2019ll need to arrange your altar.\n\n \n\nYou are free to arrange your altar in any way you wish.\n\n \n\nI set my altar up using the four sacred directions, in the form of a Medicine Wheel. I use a compass and ensure my North faces directionally North etc.\n\n \n\nYou can set your alter however you feel drawn to. Perhaps you can journey to the Spirit of your Altar and ask for guidance, as suggested in the Journeys section below.\n\n \n\nStep 5. Maintain your altar\n \n\nKeeping an altar clean and tidy is essential for me: it shows respect for your practice. After all, it is supposed to be your sacred space. Do this as regularly as you feel necessary.\n\n \n\nYour altar doesn\u2019t need to stay the same! I change mine regularly. You are free to change it, adjust it, add to it, or take away from it whenever you choose. As your inner work develops, you might find that certain items on your altar a