The Quick, Easy, Step by Step Guide to CLAIM Your Power

By Sierra Rain

Chapter 1: Hearing Your Own Voice

Welcome, Radiant Soul—

You did not stumble upon this guide by accident. Deep within you, a spark has been flickering—quiet but insistent—calling you back to your truth, your sovereignty, your power.

This is your invitation to awaken.

In a world that often pulls us away from our essence, this step-by-step guide is your sacred return. It is both a soft landing and a fierce ignition. Rooted in the wisdom of transformational coaching and the embodied depth of Tantra, this journey is designed to guide you gently—but powerfully—into reclaiming your inner throne.

Through intentional practices and guided self-inquiry, you’ll begin to reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been quietly waiting—longing to be seen, honored, and fully expressed.

This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering who you already are.

So take a breath. Drop into your body. Open your heart.

Let’s begin.

The world we live in often feels upside down. When we look at the history we’re taught—and the vast amount we’re not—it starts to make sense. In some ways, it can even feel like a strange relief to live now, rather than in the darker chapters of humanity’s past.

But as our global connections deepen and social media opens up our eyes to what’s really going on, a different kind of discomfort begins to rise. We start to see patterns—echoes of history repeating. Something about it all feels…off. And deep down, we know something has to change.

So often, we’re taught to look outward for the answers. We point fingers and place hope in systems or people outside of us—"If only they would do this," or "If only the government would fix that." But if history has shown us anything, it’s this: real change starts with the individual. With those brave enough to awaken to their own power and become the shift they wish to see.

The truth is, we’ve been conditioned to chase validation and direction from the outside world. But what if the real power—the kind that transforms lives and generations—has always been within us?

Our inner voice has been drowned out by the noise: expectations, fear, distractions, doubt. And the more we give our energy to those illusions, the further we drift from who we truly are.

But here’s the key: as within, so without. This timeless wisdom—echoed through ancient teachings like those of Thoth, and now even mirrored in modern science—reminds us that the outer world reflects our inner state. When we change our inner landscape, our reality begins to shift in powerful ways.

It starts with awareness. With waking up. With asking better questions.

And from there, everything begins to change

Have you ever looked around at your life and wondered, “how did I end up here?” Have you ever opened your eyes one day and realized you’ve spent years running on autopilot? Have you ever had the feeling that there must be something more to it all than this? Me too.

I know this firsthand. 

For most of my life, I was living a version of reality that wasn’t truly mine. I followed the rules, played the roles, and did everything I was told would lead to a good life—without ever stopping to question why. I was surviving, not living. Obedient, not sovereign.

And then everything cracked open.

A near-death experience brought me face to face with the edge—of my life, my beliefs, and the illusions I had unknowingly built my world upon. In that moment, everything I thought I knew dissolved. And what emerged was a truth I could no longer ignore: There is so much more to this reality than we’ve been taught. Things are not always what they seem. And this existence? It's far more mysterious, sacred, and expansive than most dare to imagine.

That experience didn’t just wake me up—it saved me. I was held, guided, and brought back by something far greater than myself. Something ancient, intelligent, and deeply loving.

And from that moment on, I knew: I could never go back to sleep.

The way I move in the world has changed.

I see the same awakening happening around me now. And if you’re reading this, you are on the brink of your own–you’ve probably already had an awakening of sorts.

Self-Reflection Questions: Take your time with these–honesty is KEY. 

1. What areas of your life are you most satisfied with? Which areas are you most dissatisfied with? Why?

2. How often do you experience moments of peace, clarity, or bliss?

3. Can you clearly discern between the voice in your head (the voice of fear, judgement, anxiety, illusion, etc.) and the voice in your heart/gut/intuition?

Now that you’ve answered these questions, you’re ready for the real work: Accepting what is. Now, this may feel counterintuitive if you discovered a deep need for change in your life–which, if you are reading this, you obviously have. As humans, we generally use pain to grow. We use dissatisfaction to motivate us. We use judgement to create transformation. But I’ll tell you a secret: None of this really works long-term. If it did, many more people would be genuinely happy, free, at peace, and content. But instead we see many people clawing their way to the top, only to sit miserable on their pile of gold. To create sustainable, bliss inducing, peace promoting, life fulfilling change, we must first find it exactly where we are. If you’re thinking “no way,” you aren’t alone. But if you recognize the science, the wisdom, the undeniable truth of “as within, so without” you recognize that you first need to feel the peace within to experience it manifested outside of you–but do not forget, just like any creation of life, there is a gestation period for this. It takes time, patience, understanding, and compassion with yourself along your journey. Now, enough context–how do you accept what is now? How do you find fulfilment, peace, and joy, regardless of circumstances?

You LISTEN. The most important skill you can possibly possess is being able to hear and follow your own true voice. If you are caught up in people-pleasing, avoiding judgment, or silencing yourself, you may be suffocating your own sound. But what is life if you are not living as you? In this modern day world, we are taught to ignore our own voice, distract ourselves, be entertained, externalize our power, etc., but when you do the math, you’ll find that only benefits people profiting off of your energy, your insecurities, your suffering, and straight up harvesting your life force–be a good little worker ant and don’t ask what’s behind the curtain. Once you are listening to and acting in harmony with your own inner voice, you will transition quickly from surviving to thriving–living a full alive life you desire. If you are ready for the real work, begin by listening. The answers have been within you all along.You are worthy of taking up space. Your words deserve to be heard. Your voice matters. This is your birthright. Maybe you’ve forgotten, but you are remembering now. You are learning to find your own voice, your own rhythm.

Practice #1: Hearing Your Inner Voice

Set your intentions to connect to the voice of your heart–ask for it. Grab a journal and a pen, get into a comfortable space, free of clutter and/or distraction, and put your listening ears on. Set the journal to the side for now–first, we breathe. Take deep breaths, in through your nose, and out through your mouth, into your belly, and filling it all the way up into your chest. On your exhales, release an audible sigh, letting go of any tension and coming into the moment. Repeat this process until you feel grounded and clear. Now, place one or both hands over your heart and breathe into it–imagine your breath lighting a fire within the sacred space of your heart and feel into its energy. Take your time here connecting. Let thoughts flow–they will come and go, but you remain the same. At some point, your heart, your essence, your true voice, the presence within you will speak to you. It will most likely be quiet at first. It may be just a feeling, it may come through imagery, it may come through music or lyrics. Pay attention, be open minded, do not judge, and simply listen. Write down what you receive. Do not over analyze or question it too much–let this be an experiment. See what happens.

Chapter 2: Speaking Your Truth

Listening to your inner voice is one thing. Sharing it is another.

If you've spent your life identifying with the expectations, voices, and beliefs of others—placing them above your own truth—then speaking up, making decisions, or choosing a new path can feel utterly terrifying. It stirs up self-doubt, fear, second-guessing. It can feel like standing on the edge of a cliff with no idea what’s below. This is not just emotional—it’s nervous system-deep.

Transformation like this doesn’t happen on the surface. It requires deep courage, unshakable self-trust, and a profound sense of inner safety. And for many of us, those things don’t come easily. They’ve been buried beneath years—lifetimes, even—of conditioning. We’ve learned to shrink, to silence, to second-guess. We make choices rooted in fear of judgment, guilt, shame, or simply because we think we should. Often, we don’t even realize we don’t trust ourselves—because we’ve never been shown another way.

But self-trust is the foundation of everything. Peace. Power. Love. Success. Joy. If we do not trust ourselves, we cannot feel safe. And without true safety in our own being, we will never allow ourselves to fully receive what we desire most. Because safety isn’t a luxury—it’s the soil from which our dreams are born.

To live a life that’s aligned, alive, and deeply fulfilling, we must return to our inner sanctuary.

Your power lives in your truth—it rises through your voice, your choices, your unapologetic presence. The most magnetic and successful people don’t have all the answers… but they trust themselves. They trust their yes. They trust their no. They trust their timing.

To build that kind of trust, you must meet yourself with compassion. The parts of you that were silenced, ignored, or pushed away are not your shame—they are your sacred. They are waiting to be witnessed. Held. Released. And in that release, you make space for something new to enter—your clarity, your truth, your voice, your desires.

Expression is your medicine. Whether through journaling, movement, painting, poetry, or tears whispered into the hands of a trusted friend, your emotions must move. Suppressed truth becomes stagnation, and stagnation becomes suffering. But truth? Truth heals.

So take stock. What are you still holding? What stories have you outgrown? What ache is quietly asking to be heard?

If it lives deep in your body and feels too heavy to move alone, find someone who can hold you as you release it. And if that isn’t available to you right now, begin with what you do have. At the end of this e-book, you’ll find a YouTube playlist with powerful somatic tools to support you in starting this process.

You don’t need to be fearless. You only need to be willing. The rest will unfold

Practice #2: Self Appreciation 

Build your trust in yourself by collecting evidence that you can trust you. This can look like setting aside specific time for yourself to achieve a goal or desire: create a piece of art, go for a long walk, consciously clear your emails–then DO IT! After you complete your task, write a letter or affirmation of appreciation, acknowledgment, and gratitude for doing what you’ve said you would do. Specifically include statements like “I am so grateful to trust in myself,” or whatever resonates with you to specifically recognize the trust you are building. 

Writing is an especially powerful tool in optimized communication with your subconscious–which is where you receive your inner-knowing, your true gnosis, of safety from. Your subconscious is a living system of information within your body. It is a body of knowledge, information, and wisdom that is responsible for over 95% of your decisions, which is what makes up your life. Unfortunately for most people, it is programmed within the first seven years of life, so rather than being a source of wisdom and inner safety, it can feel more like a wild jungle of danger and pain at every turn. This is because the generation of educated, emotionally intelligent, and intentional parents is currently rising. And although many parents teach well in their words, they did not in their actions. And children do not learn through words–they learn through action. THe programs remain unless they are consciously changed–like what you are doing through this course. That is why these practices are so crucial in transitioning from head knowledge to embodying what you are learning. 

Self-Reflection Questions: Remember, take your time, and be honest.

1. In what areas of my life do you still silence or doubt your truth? Let yourself be honest here. Where do you hold back your voice, ignore your inner knowing, or default to “shoulds” over sovereignty?

2. What emotions or truths have I been carrying that are asking to be acknowledged, expressed, or released? Let these truths speak without judgment. What within you is quietly asking for space to breathe?

3. What would it feel like to trust myself deeply? How would I move, speak, choose, love, or lead if I knew I could not fail? Drop into the embodied version of yourself that lives in radical trust. Describe it. Feel into it. Let it guide you.

When you practice radical self-honesty, you are fulfilled. When you ignore your truth, your body will feel it. Ignoring your emotions leads to disconnecting from yourself. It takes from your trust in yourself, and harms your relationship with yourself. Your inner world must be honored. Regardless of others’ expectations, this is your experience, your life, and you only have ONE. Recognize, honor, and validate your own experience. Be your own friend and leader.

Remember, you do not need anyone else, you do not need to be anything for anyone, and you will always be changing. Radical self honesty and speaking your truth to others is how you will honor yourself, your life, and your journey. The fact that you do not need external approval when you validate and recognize your own experience sets you free to be honest with yourself and others, ultimately leading you to your happiness and fulfillment. When you practice radical self-honesty, there is no way you will be able to go through life feeling unfulfilled. WHen you are honest with yourself and those around you, you recognize the choice you have at each turn, in every moment to honor and live your truth. When there is no voice or expectation that could have such an influence that you could abandon yourself, then you are truly free. This is recognition of your sovereignty and taking responsibility for your own experience.

Practice #3: Mirror Work: Becoming the friend you always needed

Think of the people you love the most—your closest friends, your chosen family, the ones you hold sacred. Think about how you show up for them. How do you speak to them when they’re hurting? How do you celebrate their wins? How do you hold space for them when they need to be seen?

Now, imagine offering all of that tenderness, all of that reverence… to yourself.

This practice is about exactly that.

Choose a time when you can be fully present with yourself. Brew a cup of something you love—tea, cacao, coffee, wine—whatever feels nourishing and sensual. Create a space that feels soft, safe, and private. Light a candle, dim the lights, play gentle music if it helps you drop in.

Sit in front of a mirror. Take a few breaths to arrive. And then: greet yourself. Not as a stranger. Not as a project. But as someone you are learning to fall in love with. Let your posture reflect the openness of your heart. Let your eyes meet your own.

Speak to yourself as you would to your dearest friend. With grace. With humor. With warmth. Let the words flow naturally. Share what’s on your heart. Say what you’ve been afraid to say. Speak your truth. Let your voice tremble if it needs to. If judgment arises, pause. Apologize to yourself gently. Recommit to love.

This is not performance—it’s devotion.

You are building a relationship with yourself that is rooted in truth, acceptance, and safety. And this… this is the most important relationship you will ever have.

End the conversation with gratitude. Acknowledge yourself. Say thank you. Name your favorite part of what you shared. And then, simply feel how good it is to be with yourself in this way.

Make this a regular ritual—at least 2 to 4 times a month. Daily check-ins, even if just for a few seconds in the mirror, are powerful ways to strengthen this sacred bond.

But please, do not underestimate this work.

This is the practice that changes everything—not because it’s flashy, but because it’s real. Because it meets you in the mundane, in the quiet moments: brushing your teeth, washing the dishes, driving home. The moments we tend to overlook are the moments that shape our lives.

Integrating love into the everyday is how transformation becomes sustainable.

This is how you remember: You are already whole. You are already worthy. And you are so deeply loved

Chapter 3: Embodying Your Essence

You embody your true essence by taking action that’s real—actions that feel authentic, inspired, and deeply aligned with your heart, your intuition, and your inner truth. At times, those parts of you may feel like they’re in conflict… your heart wants one thing, your mind wants another, and your gut says something else entirely.

But when you slow down, soften, and actually listen to each of them—not in a rush, not with judgment, but with gentle curiosity—you’ll notice something magical: they’re not at odds at all. They’re all speaking different pieces of the same truth.

This harmony is called coherence—when your brain, heart, and gut are all in alignment. It creates a sense of clarity that can’t be forced or faked. It’s quiet. Subtle. Undeniable. And only you can experience it. No one else can define it for you—it’s encoded in your being, your essence, your divine inner blueprint.

You won’t always get the full roadmap. In fact, most of the time it’s just one small nudge at a time. Maybe it tells you to call someone. Or take a walk. Or fold your laundry and put on music that opens your heart. When you act on those nudges, you’re not being passive—you’re building self-trust. You’re showing your system: “I hear you. I trust you. I’ve got us.”

Don’t overcomplicate it. Don’t pressure yourself to “get it right.” You’re unlearning years—maybe even generations—of conditioning. You are learning to live in a completely new way. It’s going to be messy at times. That’s okay.

This is a practice. You are strengthening new muscles. Learning a new rhythm. And with each breath, each decision, each sacred yes to yourself, you are coming home.

So be kind. Be patient. Be wildly compassionate.

There’s no magick wand out there waiting to save you—because the truth is: you are the wand. Your awareness, your energy, your attention, and your choices… that’s the real alchemy.

So ask yourself:  What would shift if I fully owned my power to choose?  What might happen if I honored the nudges of my soul more than the noise of the world?  What if this one small step is the most important one of all?

Practice #4: Take Action

Taking action doesn’t have to be grand or dramatic—it can be as simple as creating a vision board, posting something vulnerable, saying “no” when you mean it, or finally having that conversation you've been avoiding. And sometimes, yes, it’s making a big move—leaving something that no longer serves you or stepping into something brand new. These are all sacred acts of self-love.

Whatever your step looks like, honor it. Go slowly. Let each move be guided by truth, not urgency. In the stillness and silence, clarity reveals itself.

As you begin to take aligned action, track your process. Write it down: the action, the timing, the intention. Set realistic, heart-aligned goals—then do them. Celebrate your follow-through in ways that nourish your spirit: a love letter to yourself, a solo dance party, a moment of gratitude.

Keep a living record of your journey. Reflect on how each step felt, what shifted, what you’re proud of. This practice builds trust. It shows you what you’re capable of. It anchors your growth and reminds you—you are creating your life.

Owning that might feel scary, but it’s already yours. You are the one holding the pen. So let it be on purpose. Let it be beautiful. Let it be you.

This practice helps you tune into your body’s wisdom and act from a place of grounded coherence. You can do this daily or whenever you feel disconnected or uncertain.

What you’ll need:

• A quiet space

• A journal or voice recorder

• A few minutes of uninterrupted presence

• Center yourself. Sit or lie down in stillness. Close your eyes. Take 5–10 slow breaths into your belly, inviting your body to relax. Imagine bringing your awareness down into your heart, then into your gut.

• Ask the question: “What is the one aligned step I can take today to honor my truth?” You might hear an answer. You might feel a sensation. You might just know.

• Write it down or speak it aloud. No matter how small it seems. It might be “drink water,” “speak up,” “rest,” “create,” “say no.” Honor it.

• Take the step. Follow through—even if it feels tiny. Especially if it feels tiny. The shift is in the follow-through.

• Close with compassion. Whether you followed it perfectly or not at all, end by placing your hands on your body and saying: “I love you. I trust you. We’re learning together.”

Bonus Prompts:

1. What have I been overthinking that my body already knows the answer to?

2. What are the smallest actions that make me feel most like myself?

3. Where am I ready to choose alignment, even if it’s uncomfortable?

Self Reflection Questions: 

If you were to truly embody your essence…

1. How would life look for you? Be detailed–relationships, profession, social life, etc.

2. What would be possible for you? Dreams, abundance, flow, etc.

3. Who would you be? How would you perceive yourself? What would your place in the world be?

4. What would be different if I trusted myself?

Take your time with these questions and meditate on them frequently, consistently. Use them in your mirror practice and have open discussions with yourself, exploring all of the corners of the world you want to create. Unveil your truth. It’s time. 

At the end of the day, you only have two real choices to experience: the pain of discipline, or the pain of regret. 

You must embody your essence. Why not?

You do not need permission to be you. But if you feel like you do, this is it. So go and be free.

The ability to express and act on your truth is freedom. Fear, doubt, and insecurity may arise, but they are only messengers. They show you where healing is needed, where boundaries must be strengthened, and where self-love must be deepened. You are already free. You are already powerful. Your life is yours to create. Your voice is yours to use. You must give yourself permission to act in alignment with what you truly want. Taking action can be as simple as making a decision, setting a boundary, or voicing your truth. So today, show up for yourself in a tangible way. Take the step you’ve been avoiding. Make the move that scares you. Your ability to create the life you want has always been within you. Now, it’s time to embody it.

Closing Thoughts

If you’ve made it here, know that something powerful is already unfolding within you. You’ve taken a journey back to your center—back to your truth. This isn’t about becoming someone new, it’s about remembering who you’ve always been beneath the noise, the conditioning, the expectations. You are not broken. You are not behind. You are simply unfolding in divine time.

The path of embodiment isn’t linear—it’s spiralic, ever-deepening, and beautifully imperfect. Some days will feel radiant, aligned, alive. Other days, foggy and uncertain. But all of it is part of the dance. What matters most is that you continue showing up for yourself—with honesty, compassion, and curiosity.

Every time you choose to pause and listen, every time you honor your truth, every time you take an action rooted in alignment rather than fear—you reclaim a piece of your power. You show your nervous system that it is safe to be you. You remind your soul that it is home.

The magic is not somewhere out there waiting for you. It’s in the way you sip your tea in the morning. It’s in the way you speak to yourself in quiet moments. It’s in how you say yes to what lights you up and no to what dims your light. It’s in the ordinary, sacred rhythm of your life.

So keep going. Keep listening. Keep softening and strengthening, shedding and remembering.

You are the medicine. You are the miracle. And this—this life—is your masterpiece in motion.

A Blessing for the Journey Ahead

May you walk forward from this space with a heart softened by self-compassion and a spirit ignited by truth.

May your voice rise gently, powerfully, no longer silenced by fear or doubt, but guided by the knowing that you are worthy of being heard.

May you trust the whispers of your intuition, the wisdom in your body, and the wild, unwavering brilliance of your soul.

May every step you take be rooted in love— for yourself, for this Earth, and for the ones you’re here to serve simply by being you.

May you know, without question, that you are never alone— you are held, seen, and deeply supported by the unseen and the eternal.

And may you remember, again and again, that the most sacred thing you can ever become is fully, unapologetically, yourself.

Ritual Closing

To ceremonially close this journey, find a quiet space and gather a few simple items:

• A candle

• A bowl of water or a sacred object that represents your truth

• Your journal or a blank piece of paper

• Optional: a piece of nature (a flower, stone, or leaf)

Step into Sacred Space Light your candle. Take three deep, conscious breaths. Place your hand on your heart and say aloud:

"I honor the version of me who has shown up for this journey. I acknowledge what I’ve felt, released, remembered, and reclaimed. I now close this container in deep gratitude, with open arms for what is next."

Reflect & Anchor Take a moment to journal or speak aloud your biggest insight or most transformative realization from this experience. Then write or whisper:

"This is who I am becoming."

Seal the Practice Dip your fingers in the water and gently touch your third eye, your heart, and your belly—blessing your vision, your love, and your intuition.

Say:

"It is safe to be me. It is powerful to be me. It is sacred to be me."

Blow out your candle slowly and mindfully, knowing nothing is ending—only beginning, again, in a deeper way.

You are the light. You are the guide. You are the embodiment.

And your presence is a gift to this world.

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