Inner Authority: How to Trust Yourself Without Permission | Aligned & Abundant Ep. 63

Send us Fan MailHave you ever made a decision, felt completely settled in it, and then went and asked five other people what they thought anyway? You're not alone — and this week, we're getting into exactly why we do that, and how to stop.This episode is part five of The Return, a six-part series on coming home to your most authentic self. This week we go into inner authority: what it actually means to trust yourself so completely that you stop looking outside yourself for permission, validation, and direction. By the end of this one, you'll have real, practical tools to recognize your own yes — including how human design and a simple body scan can help you finally trust your own inner knowing.What you'll hear in this episode:Why so many intuitive women outsource their own knowing — and where that pattern actually startsChristine's own story of asking everyone but herself before leaving her teaching careerThe real difference between gathering wisdom and abdicating your authorityThree practical tools for rebuilding self-trust, starting with the small, low-stakes decisionsHow human design can show you the way you're actually built to make decisionsA simple body scan practice to check your yes or no in real timeOther ways to sense your inner alignment — the exhale test, the energy test, and reading color or light in your bodyWhy reclaiming your inner authority might create friction with people around you — and why that's actually a good signMentioned in this episode:Human design (free birth chart tool)The Soul Shine Collective — Christine's spiritual growth and coaching communityIf you've ever felt like your own knowing wasn't enough on its own, this episode is your permission slip to stop asking for permission. Come sit with this one, let your body answer before your mind does, and trust what comes through.Let's walk this path together. Whether you're just beginning or deep into your journey, I'd be honored to walk alongside you. Support the show✨ Loved this episode? Here's how to go deeper:📩 Weekly Newsletter: Spiritual tools, soulful inspiration, and behind-the-scenes podcast insights — plus a freebie just for joining. 👉 Sign up here💫 The Soul Shine Collective on Skool: This is where the real magic happens. Live channeled calls each month, energy + manifestation guidance, and a community of women who get it. 👉 Join us here🌿 Aligned & Abundant: Coaching, Reiki, workshops, retreats, and current offerings, all in one place. 👉 linktr.ee/alignedandabundant🖊 Substack: The deeper dives and reflections that go beyond the mic. 👉 substack.com/@christinemarcario📲 Instagram: Daily inspiration, real talk, and soul-led content. 👉@the.christine.marcario🎵 Music by Purple PlanetAligned & Abundant is for informational and inspirational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please seek a qualified professional for health, financial, legal, or wellbeing matters. Your choices and actions are always your own.