Your wildness is the path to being unapologetically yourself, and therefore energized, free to create, and open to the “more” that life has to offer.
And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.
There’s a part of us that is untamed, free, and deeply alive. A part that existed before the world told us who to be.
This is our wildness—our intuition, our creativity, our unique rhythm.
And yet, for so many of us, this essence gets buried under responsibilities, expectations, and the noise of everyday life.
But what if we chose to lean into our wildness instead of suppressing it? What if we reclaimed that untamed energy and allowed it to guide us toward a more fulfilling, expansive life?
When we talk about wildness, it’s not just about adventure or breaking the rules. It’s about tapping into the core of who we are—beyond societal conditioning and external pressures.
Think about the moments when you felt most alive. Where you felt unapologetically yourself.
Maybe it was when you were lost in creating something, when you spoke your truth without hesitation, or when you moved your body freely, unburdened by self-consciousness. That’s your wild self showing up.
Yet, over time, we are taught to tame that part of ourselves. We’re conditioned to be polite, to fit in, to follow the rules.
While structure has its place, too much of it can leave us feeling caged. That restless feeling inside—the one that tells you there’s more to life? That’s your wildness asking for space, your reminder to move towards being unapologetically yourself.
When we embrace our wild nature, something powerful happens. Creativity flows. We become more honest about what we want. We stop playing small. The magic of life begins to unfold in ways we never expected.
Consider the moments when you felt the most vibrant and true to yourself.
Was it when you let go of expectations and followed a spontaneous urge? Was it when you said yes to something exhilarating or no to something that drained you? The more we listen to these instincts, the more we reconnect with the life we are meant to live.
5 Ways to Reconnect With Your Wild Side and Be Unapologetically Yourself
If you’re ready to let more of your wildness in, here are some ways to start:
1. Follow your impulses
If something sparks your curiosity, explore it. Take the class, read the book, start the project. BOOK THE TRIP!
2. Spend time in nature
The natural world has a way of reminding us who we really are.
3. Move your body freely
Dance, stretch, walk without a destination—let your body lead you.
4. Create without judgment
Write, paint, sing, cook—without worrying about the outcome.
5. Say yes to what excites you and no to what dims your light
Boundaries are a form of self-respect, and our wild self thrives when we honor what feels right.
A Journaling Prompt to Awaken Your Wild
Grab your journal and ask yourself: If I were fully, unapologetically myself for one day—what would I do? What choices would I make? What would I create?
Write as if there are no limits, no judgment. Let yourself dream beyond what feels “reasonable” or “responsible.”
When you’re done, look at your words. What small step can you take today to bring a piece of that wildness into your life?
Our wildness isn’t a reckless force—it’s the spark of our most authentic self. Nurture it, trust it, and let it guide you toward a life that feels deeply in alignment with what you crave most, a life wherein you are unapologetically yourself.
The journey to embracing our wild is one of liberation, creativity, and joy. So take a step, no matter how small, and watch as your world expands in ways you never imagined.
