When you think about inner harmony, what comes to mind? Is it a visualization of you in a serene setting? Or is cultivating your own inner harmony more about developing a personal feeling of peace and tranquility? Whatever image emerges for you, it’s safe to say that inner harmony should be something we all strive for on a daily basis. It’s a state of mind that can help to provide a feeling of inner peace, fulfillment, and happiness, day in and day out. But getting there takes effort!

Someone who lives their life focused on inner harmony has discovered the value of balance and well-being. They often live a healthy, harmonious life that is full of joy, peacefulness, good people, and positivity that they then strive to radiate out to the world. A harmonious life is a life that is balanced with simple, healthy actions, a positive mindset, and thoughtful behaviors. And while it might sound like the stuff of fantasy, it’s something we can all achieve or work toward!

Living Your Best Life

Having inner harmony means you are satisfied and fulfilled with your day-to-day existence. It’s that sense that your thoughts, feelings, and actions are all aligned, and you are at peace with yourself.

You practice healthy habits and use the tools at your disposal to live a happy, harmonious life that is filled with satisfying relationships.

Here are some signs that you’re cultivating inner harmony each day:

• You practice body acceptance
  You might not have the physique you’ve always dreamed of, and there might have been physical attributes you’re still working to change or improve, but now you’re also practicing self-love and reciting mantras for body positivity. You feel gratitude for a healthy body that allows you to exercise, hug loved ones, help others, and that moves you through the day with ease.

• You are satisfied in your career
  While you may have goals and dreams you’re working toward in your occupation, you aren’t playing the comparison game and judging yourself for not being further along in your career. You’ve accepted that you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be right now. Your focus is on doing the best job you can every day to serve others, and to cultivate self-worth and pride in a job well done. And you know that your success can continue to grow and expand as you work towards those future ambitions.

• You appreciate your relationships
  Your love life might not look like a romantic movie 24/7, your friendships could probably use more nurturing at times, your kids are demanding, and your extended family is … well, “complicated.” But you strive to connect in meaningful ways and put in the effort to work on each relationship while also being of service to those around you. You know that you have the power to stay in situations, change others, or establish boundaries where needed. Even if every relationship isn’t operating at 100 percent right now, you’re offering support and love within them while also taking care of yourself. You know this is the essence of being a good family member, partner, parent, friend, and neighbor, and it’s something you work on regularly.

• You focus on what you have
  In the age of social media, it’s easy to feel like everyone around you has “more” than you do, particularly when it comes to money, possessions, and awe-worthy experiences. But being in a place of inner peace means you’re aware of (and appreciative of) all the wonderful things and people you have in your life. A journey to inner harmony means you’re working to let go of attachments to possessions — you may have even found that you might not need “as much” as you once thought you did. Practicing gratitude for the simpler things in life helps you feel at peace.

• You practice self-awareness
  Numerous studies have shown that consciousness training can help you experience more feelings of inner peace. Connecting with the five senses as you go about your day — whether that’s during a walk in nature or while eating — can heighten those experiences and allow you to further cultivate feelings of happiness and inner peace.

The link between meditation and inner harmony

Meditation can help to improve our lives in countless ways. But one of the most profound benefits of meditation is the way it can help individuals access inner resources that can be helpful for creating a happier, healthier, more purposeful life. By practicing meditation regularly, you’ll notice significant improvements in awareness, focus, tranquility, and mood.

Meditation also helps you control and regulate emotions so you’re more resilient against obstacles that come your way — whether that’s a codependent family member, a trying health diagnosis, or a temporary financial setback. 

Relaxing the mind by focusing on the present moment through meditation helps you notice thoughts without judgment. It may help you develop greater self-awareness and compassion. And it can help you to find a renewed sense of purpose, while also helping you to feel more fulfilled and satisfied overall.

In fact, research from around the globe proves that individuals who are on a journey of cultivating inner harmony and who have a healthy well-being are better able to handle the trials and tribulations life throws at them. One of the best paths to this type of inner peace is through a regular and consistent meditation practice.

Five essential pillars of growing and sustaining inner harmony

At IMIH, our goal is to provide you with a steady stream of information and research that will help you to grow and expand all aspects of inner harmony within your life. You’ll find tips and suggestions on our website and social media channels, and you can experience all sorts of curated advice in our app, Innergy. As you get started, it’s also helpful to always focus on these core areas of our day-to-day lives that are also essential for helping to bolster greater inner peace and that can help us each towards building a healthier, more harmonious life:

• Spirit
  Start a meditation practice. It doesn’t matter what form of meditation you follow or what your practice looks like — all that matters is that you do it regularly and consistently. Studies show that even 10 to 20 minutes of daily meditation can significantly decrease stress and improve our perception of well-being.

• Friendships
  Strengthen your relationships with those that matter in your life however you can. One easy way to start? Reach out to a friend or two and tell them something you love or appreciate about them. A text or email is fine, but if you have the time, call them instead! Phone calls matter, and allow for even more personal connections.

• Nutrition
  Make the move to eliminate highly processed, man-made foods from your diet and adopt a more natural, plant-based menu in their place. Buy fresh, locally grown ingredients and commit to trying a new, healthy recipe each week. Feed your body and soul with healthy, wholesome foods. Eat slowly and without distractions, and really strive to appreciate the food in front of you and what each ingredient can do for your body.

• Community
  Connect with your neighbors, co-workers, and other people in your area by regularly attending in-person events and group activities that give back. Alternatively, find a cause that’s special to you and volunteer your time and skills there.

• Family
  Seek out ways to be a more supporting and loving parent, sibling, and child to the parental figures in your life. Learn ways to deal with and overcome past emotional struggles and focus on the healing power of therapy, prayer, self-care, and forgiveness. Practice compassion for your family’s struggles and try to be a shoulder for them to lean on in times of uncertainty.

Excited to learn more and continue the process of building your personal inner harmony? Sign up for updates to our site. Like and follow us on social media. Download our app, Innergy, and explore all the tips, strategies, and content it offers. And continue along in whatever ways work best for you as part of this important and essential life-changing journey!