This Is What a “Soul Residence” Is, and How I Discovered Mine

I’ve lived in a few dozen locations and been to greater than 50 international locations — however I’ve by no means been as completely satisfied to be someplace as I’m now, in Chicago. Even on the worst days, I can look out throughout my alley, by way of the jumble of energy traces and rubbish cans, and really feel at peace. It’s as a result of I’ve discovered my soul dwelling, the place the place I do know I’m meant to be.

A “soul dwelling” is simply what it appears like — a spot the place you’re feeling at peace. It may very well be an residence, a home, or a sure neighborhood, however it’s the place you’re imagined to be. You are feeling comfy and relaxed, happy and settled. It’s grounding, making you’re feeling extra related to the individual you might be. 

Some individuals are fortunate — they transfer to a spot, or develop up in a spot, and robotically know they’re precisely the place they need to be. However for others (like me), it may be a bit extra sophisticated. 

I discovered my soul dwelling twice. However the first time, I used to be younger and never completely positive it’s what I needed. I additionally had huge goals after school, so although I felt fulfilled the place I used to be, I yearned to dwell in different states and international locations. 

I by no means did transfer to a different nation (I simply traveled to them), however I did transfer to a different state — and I used to be depressing. My home was cute, the neighborhood was charming, and better of all, there was just about no visitors, however I couldn’t shake the sensation that I wasn’t imagined to be there.

I didn’t really feel like myself anymore. I wore garments I didn’t like a lot, acquired moodier, and flitted round from social group to social group looking for a group. Nothing felt proper. I couldn’t nonetheless my thoughts. It was solely once I moved again to Chicago that I breathed an audible sigh of reduction and relaxed. My soul had come dwelling.

Step one to discovering your soul house is to get extra in contact with your self. Spend a while meditating and actually interested by the issues that make you who you might be. 

Then, got down to discover your house. I used to be fortunate that I used to be capable of journey round and take a look at totally different cities on for a bit. However when you can’t do this, attempt researching totally different locations on-line. See how they make you’re feeling. In the event you’re uninspired by one, scratch it off the record. In the event you’re drawn to one in every of them, begin saving cash and take a trip there. 

In every single place you go, do the identical ritual: Look inward to discover how you’re feeling. In your soul dwelling, you’ll discover a stillness. You’ll really feel a connection between your physique and the place you’re standing. You’ll be content material.

Remember your soul dwelling can change. It relies upon totally on the stage of life you’re in and what you need out of it at that second. All of it relies on the sensation you get, deep in your coronary heart, that claims you’re in the suitable place.