A GUIDE TO SHIFTING METHODS !
just a very quick fyi before we get started! this guide is going to be as in depth as i can possibly make it without it being too long or daunting. i'm going to try explain the who, what, when, where and why's to the best of my ability!
what is a method?
A shifting method - to put it simply - is a set of steps that you can follow that can help you shift easier. there are sooo many possible ways that you can enter your desired reality, and it can be daunting to understand what will work and what wont for you. methods can help you if you have trouble entering that almost meditative state and help you break out of the confines of your current reality!
how do I use a method?
depending on the method we're looking at, there will be a different set of steps to follow. e.i the raven method is the most simplest method there is, and it literally just consists of lying on your back and counting to a desired number (it's really good for baby shifters!). as long as you set your intention with FULL belief, any method will work.
do I need a method? are they compulsory?
no! you don't need a method, it's completely your choice. you will be able to shift with or without one regardless, they're just there if you feel like you want some extra help on pushing through.
what is the difference between an awake and asleep method?
the difference is actually really simple, but i struggled with understanding it at first so i added this section in haha. but in short, an awake method is one where you choose not to fall asleep and then wake up in your desired reality, instead you'd be awake the whole time and feel your surroundings change as you enter your desired reality. apposed to an asleep method where you fall asleep and when you awake, your eyes will open and you'll be in your desired reality.
what are common methods?
there are endless amounts of methods that are used but the most common i have found are the following (i was gonna link these to video guides where ppl explain it but they are SO hard to find for some so i've explained it instead):
raven method
this one is super super simple, it's usually used as an asleep method where you're required to be at least a little tired before hand. in this method, you basically lay down on your back in a starfish position and count to 100 in your head. while doing so, repeat affirmations between each number (or each 10, whatever you wanna do) such as "i am shifting" "i have shifted" "i will shift" etc. after this you'll awake in your desired reality.
pillow method
this one's REALLY simple too! just write down your affirmations on a piece of paper, repeating them to yourself before bed, and then going to sleep with the piece of paper with the affirmations on it under your pillow. you'll wake up in your desired reality.
julia method
this method can be used as either an asleep method or an awake method. you're simply required to find yourself in a comfortable position (lying down, in a chair etc.) and repeat the words "i am" until you feel symptoms. once you start feeling shifting systems, switch to saying affirmations like "i am shifting" or "i am in my desired reality".
heartbeat method
this method is a bit more complex and requires a bit of visualization. when doing this method, find an audio of a beating heart (preferably no longer than 15-20 minutes) and place it under your pillow before bed. with your head resting on your pillow, visualize yourself in your desired reality, with your head on top of a person you trust (could be your comfort character or s/o). visualize the heartbeat audio being their heartbeat. once the audio has finished playing, visualize this person waking up and leading you to a door, once you reach this door, imagine them asking you "are you ready to go home?" if you are, follow them through the door. if not, repeat a few more affirmations until you feel ready. when you step through he door, the room will fill with a bright white light, and eventually, you'll feel like you're falling. as you fall keep affirming you are in your desired reality, and once you finish your fall, you'll wake up in the reality you wish!
our favourite methods and what worked best for us
my current favourite method is the' dr strange method'! it personally really works purely because i love visualizing and it's easy for me. i know a lot of people can struggle with the visualizing part so it may not be the best method for everyone! i also love the 'cinn's method' which is a slightly more in-depth version of the raven method. 'the raven method' was the first one i ever used and initially brought me the closest to reaching my desired reality. another one that i've been meaning to try out is the 'dream-walking method' which might already be a thing but i know Fen is working on making an in-depth guide to it right now!