4 Sacred & Soul-Aligned Intentions for 2026

Less is definitely is more when it comes to making New Year resolutions. Creating a long resolution list can be motivating at the start, but then life happens, priorities shift and before we know it, our New Year lists are forgotten.

For 2026, I'm choosing to go beyond surface level resolutions. Rather than setting goals to pursue, I'll focus on attracting what aligns to me. I'll be assessing my beliefs and aligning them to what’s important and what brings me joy in 2026. I've chosen four spiritual themes or ideas. The goal is to refer to these whenever I feel called, so that I’ll be able to manifest with grace and ease, that which fulfills me.

If you’d like to try this with me, all you require is a small handbag or pocket-sized journal or notebook. Something that’s easily transportable. (An alternative is using Notes on your phone, if that's your preference). This will be where you record inspiration or inspired thought that comes to mind. On the first page, in bold, write the following:

New Year, New Aligned Me – My 4 Inspirational Themes for 2026.

1. Feed My Passion & Joy and Enhance Creativity

2. Choose Alignment Over Hustle

3. Embrace Inner Authority & Sacred Simplicity

4. Tune Into the Quiet Wisdom of Nature More Often

You can flesh it out however you like – you can create four tailored goals of your own – or you can simply leave as-is. The idea is that you will refer to these themes throughout the year, whenever you need direction, a prompt or reminder to take aligned action to support you on track to living a resonant and purposeful 2026 for you.

1. Feed Passion & Joy and Enhance Creativity

Joy is nourishment for the soul. When we allow creativity and passion to flow through us, it lights us up inside, exciting the neurons and electrical signals at a cellular level. Because our brain cells communicate through electrical impulses and chemical messengers, when we feel inspired, neural activity increases. Let’s pay attention to what genuinely excites and energises us, and give it room to exist in our life. Get lost in the feeling.

Passion doesn’t need to be justified or monetised to matter. When you make space for joy, creativity and clarity naturally follow. Move through 2026 from this place of high vibration.

2. Alignment Over Hustle

Constant pushing and overworking can disconnect us from ourselves. It’s no secret that stress is one of the leading contributors to immune dysfunction and a puts major strain on our nervous system. In 2026, the intention is to choose ease and fluidity instead. Choose to move with integrity and honour our own timing. Trust the signs on when to act and when to pause. Alignment creates the conditions for our dreams to take root and grow. The path should feel true to your nature.

3. Embrace Inner Authority & Sacred Simplicity

This theme is about clearing away what isn’t essential to our growth – physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It’s about clearing space so our intentions can manifest effortlessly. Trust our intuition, pay attention inward and choose authentic growth over performance.

Over the past year, I’ve focused on decluttering both physically and materially. I’ve become more mindful about what I bring into my space, choosing not to buy non-essential, disposable items that are temporary and unaligned. Instead, I invest in myself. I might go for a holistic treatment to recharge me, or I buy some treats and just spend an entire day at the dog park, playing with dogs, or I treat myself to a massage – any self-caring experience that supports my personal wellbeing.

Follow what feels right for you. Choose what lightens your mind and brings ease to your surroundings and you. Appreciate the simplicity and beauty of life.

4. Tune Into the Quiet Wisdom of Nature More Often

Nature provides lessons in balance, renewal, patience and presence. Reconnect with its rhythms. In 2026, find moments to immerse in nature and let it become a grounding presence and a gentle guide. Walks or meditating at the beach, mindful hiking to watch the sunrise, swimming in the ocean, embracing a tree barefoot.

The immersive experience in the natural world uplifts and anchors our energy into Mother Earth’s life force. Whenever life feels loud and rushed, resetting in nature is a great way to recharge. The act of grounding recharges our bodies and nervous system, so that we emerge refreshed and ready to take aligned action to help us move through 2026 with a sense steadiness, awareness and grace.