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Are You a Lightworker?

Updated: Jul 21



Understanding Your Path


Every year, more and more lightworkers are emerging on this planet. This is happening both via new incarnations and those that are awakening within this lifetime.


Earth can be a confusing place for young lightworkers who haven’t yet learned how to navigate these realms. Even experienced lightworkers, who have been on this path for lifetimes, often struggle due to a lack of proper tools and guidance.


There are many challenges to overcome in the 3D realm of Earth. These often start with difficult family and social dynamics, sensitivities, health issues, and the amnesia that most of us experience upon arrival on this planet. This amnesia can create a veil that shrouds the purpose we decided on before incarnating, leaving us with the task of remembering who we are and why we’re here.


Lightworkers often choose more challenging life paths because these challenges offer profound opportunities for personal growth. Once they remember their path and begin to truly work with their gifts, life can start to become easier, though at that point they are usually presented with a whole new set of challenges. 


You might be wondering, what exactly is a lightworker? And are you one?


The term lightworker generally describes those who feel called to spread light, healing, and positive energy in the world. Think this might be you? Read on to find out...



Values of Lightworkers

Lightworkers are typically guided by strong core values that shape their actions and worldview. These values often include:


  • Empathy and Compassion: Lightworkers feel a deep sense of empathy for others and are driven by a desire to alleviate suffering and promote well-being.


  • Spirituality: A strong connection to spiritual practices and beliefs is central to a lightworker's identity. This can be rooted in various traditions or a personal, eclectic spiritual path.


  • Integrity: Honesty, authenticity, and ethical behavior are paramount. Lightworkers strive to live in alignment with their values and principles.


  • Service to Others: There is a compelling drive to help others, whether through healing, guidance, or simply offering support and kindness.


  • Respect for Nature: A profound love and respect for nature and the environment, often feeling a sense of duty to protect and nurture the Earth.


  • Personal Growth: The lessons learned in this lifetime and personal growth are as important as helping others.



Inclinations of Lightworkers

Certain inclinations or tendencies are common among lightworkers, setting them apart from others. These may include:


  • High Sensitivity: Lightworkers are often highly sensitive to the emotions and energies of others, sometimes feeling overwhelmed in crowded or negative environments.


  • Intuition: A strong sense of intuition guides their decisions and actions. They often feel like old souls with knowledge beyond their years.


  • Nonconformity: Lightworkers may feel out of place in conventional societal structures and often seek alternative lifestyles that align with their values. They are not interested in drama or violence.


  • Desire for Meaning: There is a constant search for deeper meaning and purpose in life, beyond material success or superficial achievements. They feel called by a bigger mission to be of service in this lifetime, even if they are not yet sure what that will look like. They are usually not materialistic or have given up materialism after an “awakening.”


  • Creativity: Many lightworkers are drawn to creative pursuits, finding joy and fulfillment in expressing themselves through art, music, writing, or other forms of creative expression.



Challenges of Lightworkers

While the path of an aligned light worker can be incredibly fulfilling, it also comes with unique challenges. Some of the common issues and symptoms lightworkers face include:


  • Difficulty Focusing: Often multi-passionate, lightworkers may feel pulled in many directions. This is especially true for those who see possibilities for healing and improvement everywhere. It’s crucial for lightworkers to implement various solutions to manage this challenge, as not having the right tools can lead to even more overwhelm.


  • Overwhelm and Burnout: The intense empathy and desire to help can lead to emotional and physical burnout if not managed properly. Making time to recharge in nature, with like-hearted friends or through passion projects is important.


  • Feeling Misunderstood: Lightworkers may struggle to feel understood and accepted by those who do not share their values or perspectives.


  • Balancing Material Needs: Finding a balance between spiritual aspirations and the practicalities of making a living can be challenging. When there’s a deep desire to invest in spiritual growth, this can at times, feel like a full-time job.


  • Setting Boundaries: The inclination to help others can make it difficult to set healthy boundaries, risking personal well-being. People-pleasing is common among lightworkers, and self-care is often not prioritized.


  • Isolation: Due to their unique outlook, lightworkers might feel isolated or lonely, finding it hard to connect with like-minded individuals.


  • Navigating Business for Good: Prioritizing ethics and integrity over profit can be challenging in modern markets. Entrepreneurial lightworkers often face difficulties in marketing their services in a way that feels authentic and true to their values and natural energy flow.


  • Health Issues: Sensitivities, allergies, fatigue, loneliness, and chronic conditions can all be part of a lightworker’s journey. The limitations of Western medicine in properly diagnosing and treating many conditions can also be an issue.


  • Balance: Finding the time and energy to tend to all these special needs in a world that requires work can be a big challenge. Lightworkers, who often need more rest than others, struggle to keep up with the world.



Professions of Lightworkers

Lightworkers are drawn to professions that align with their values and allow them to fulfill their purpose. Some common career paths include:


  • Healing Professions: This includes roles such as therapists, counselors, energy healers, caregivers, and alternative medicine practitioners.


  • Creative Arts: Artists, writers, musicians, and performers who use their creativity to inspire and uplift others.


  • Teaching and Guidance: Teachers, life coaches, astrologers, speakers, visionaries, and spiritual guides who help others grow and develop.


  • Environmental Work: Careers in environmental conservation, sustainable agriculture, and eco-friendly businesses.


  • Nonprofit and Social Work: Working in organizations that focus on helping marginalized communities, promoting social justice, and making a positive impact.



Conclusion


How much of what you just read feels true for you? If you feel a resonance with being one of the millions of lightworkers on the planet at this time, welcome! Embracing this path means acknowledging your unique gifts, finding ways to overcome your challenges and channeling your gifts to spread light and positivity in the world.


The journey of a lightworker is often as much about self-discovery and growth as it is about helping others. Trust your intuition, stay true to your values, and continue seeking ways to bring more light into your life and the lives of those around you. 


Take the lightworker questionnaire to discover the exact tools that will be most helpful in navigating this beautiful journey and calling.



 

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About the Author


As a coach and mentor for Lightworkers, Rev. Solah Nightstar has created an opportunity to step more fully into your purpose, understand yourself better and get yourself aligned with the exact tools you need that will help you fulfill your mission!


It took Solah 28 years before she came across the term Lightworker and in that moment, she knew she had found her people.


2 decades later, Solah is showing up with a wealth of tools and knowledge to help light workers navigate their paths more easefully and access infinite amounts of joy and success on their missions. Be sure to take the questionnaire that will help you learn exactly what you need for your journey as a light worker. Learn more about Solah's journey as a lightworker here.




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