#shifting routine

[vaneshifts]

vane's shifting routine

NOTE: please remember that you do not NEED a routine to shift. You could close your eyes and shift in half a second if you wanted. but I'm feeling demotivated, and having a routine always brings back that missing spark. this is purely self-indulgent, and meant for anyone else who thinks a nostalgic routine might help them.

XO

STEP-BY-STEP ROUTINE

calming music that reminds me of my dr

I'm a night shifting person. I've never been able to get myself into the mindset during the day when I have things to do. so while I can appreciate louder, sometimes more aggressive music for my DR during the day, it's just more relaxing to have a calmer playlist at night.

2. shower and visualise

showers might not be everyone's style, and I know lots of people prefer them in the mornings, but they're so relaxing for me, and with the right candle combination, I just can't not think about my DR while I'm there. I use this time to unwind, forget about my current reality and visualise my desired reality.

3. pjs that remind my of my dr

this one's pretty straightforward. I love band t-shirts for my marauders DR, pretty underwear for places like TVD and SPN, I even have a couple of nightgowns that get me in the feels for my more medieval/fantasy-style DRs. it just keeps the mood going, really.

4. tea & manifesting

okay, I know the tea is a cliche, but hear me out. that's why I do it. it brings me back to the good parts of when I first learned about shifting. it helps me unwind, makes me feel nostalgic and reminds me why I started shifting in the first place. it's not necessary, but I personally find it very comforting. manifesting could be a lot of things for me; I like to keep my options open depending on my mood and my energy levels. watching the movie/show I'm shifting to, reading the book, listening to more music while writing a letter for someone in my DR, shifting journal, doodling like I'm in my DR, adding to/editing my script, writing blurbs about my DR. these are all some of my favourite forms of shifting manifestiation.

5. quantum jumping spell

again, this one won't be for everyone. I dabble in witchcraft and am a massive believer in spirituality (I can totally make a post about my belief system at some point if y'all want) so spells for shifting give me a lot of confidence if nothing else. I like making spell jars, reciting verbal spells or even just sitting quietly to feel the energy and mentally convert it into energy for shifting.

6. subliminal + method

subliminals are iffy for me. if I find one that really reminds me of my DR, it'll probably quickly become a favourite, but aside from that, they just make me fall asleep rather than letting myself drift off into void state or trying to visualise (again, I know none of these things are necessary, these are just my own preferences). not a big fan of guided meditations either for the same reason (with the exception of that one julia method guided meditation) methods are also an on-and-off practise, and I know some people are very against using them. I usually just go with whatever I'm feeling like that night, and sometimes that means no subliminals or methods; just intention.

MY FAVOURITE METHODS

daydreaming replacement method;

not really a method at all. just daydreaming about my DR with intention until I drift off to sleep or shift before I fall asleep.

void state method;

a little difficult for me as it reminds me of how I feel in the middle of a fever dream, but once I got over that, very calming yet somehow exciting and very effective. probably the easiest way for me to achieve total detachment so I'm not checking the 3D every five seconds.

julia method;

one of my first favourites. not much success and falling asleep before I've completed the method demotivates me a little sometimes, but it really makes me feel out my DR and defines it around the edges.

bianca method;

10/10. 5 star rating. when I say I've never had success in blocking out my doubts and fears before learning this method, I mean that (fuckin' ADHD). I use it almost every time in combination with whatever method I'm using or even when I'm using no other method at all.

method to nowhere method;

beautiful. so, so easy. so good at tricking your subconscious. and PERFECT for the nights when I just don't have the energy. it's actually ingenious.

[kerryshifts]

hi kelly what’s your “routine” when laying down to shift, is it before sleeping at night?

after taking a shower (hot. of course) i like to drink tea while watching something and just relaxing, usually scrolling on pinterest and tumblr, and then i just lay down and affirm. or daydream. depends on the mood of the day….. sometimes even cry my heart out ?? it’s relaxing idk and i like to use my positive emotions , i noticed that when im overwhelmed because of my emotions ( usually the bad ones ) it’s really bad for me. so. i just relax ?? (no meditation…. it makes me go insane i hate it so fucking much)

[yoko-suki]

POV: my shifting routine lately

I’m losing my fucking mind

[my-reality-my-rules]

Hi! Do you have like a shifting routine? Like some specific stuff you do before shifting?

Thanks in advance!

[thanks for this ask]

so, this isn't really much of a routine, but more a list of reminders i set for myself everyday lmao.

(1) completing tasks

the first thing i always try to do is to clear up my schedule. this means finishing chores and homework right on or ahead of time. this is to ensure that I'm not worrying about other things when i do shift. on other occasions, i don't follow it, but only because I've gotten desperate enough that i managed to push that much intent into actually shifting, even with other things weighing on my mind.

(2) cleaning up

this isn't really required—but to me, a clean space is a good thinking space. clutter in my room is fine, on normal days, when I'm focused on schoolwork and not shifting. the papers need to be arranged, the pens back in the jar, the bed free from wrinkles, and me fresh from a bath. you don't have to do so as well! i just get really riled up about it sometimes. feeling clean simply makes me feel lighter, and better about myself.

(3) subliminals

whenever i do plan to shift, i always listen to subliminals in advance. these don't even have to be shifting subliminals in particular. i use others like mind-healing and sub boosters to amplify the vibrations. i don't listen to them at night that much anymore, mostly out of convenience (i can't leave my devices to charge all night while I'm listening to subs), so i make up for it by doing it during the day. no matter what I'm doing or where i am, i try to listen to them for at least 30 minutes.

(4) eating || drinking water

I'm prone to skipping meals, especially if it's lunch or dinner. i made a post last year—about me trying to shift on an empty stomach—and needless to say, the physical effects weren't all so nice. try to eat something small, if nothing else, like a snack. i also drink as much water as possible whenever i eat, not just for the vibrations but because out of habit lmao. of course, don't drink too much if you're planning to shift directly after that.

(5) writing affirmations

i rarely do this nowadays, because i simply reuse some of them from time to time. but when i do get the urge to make new ones, i write them just before i go to sleep. they feel fresher, and it makes me feel as if I'd remember them better when i do lay down. there's really no difference if you decide to write them during the day—lmao that's just me—but you get the point. the writing-to-your-DR thing could also be counted as a way of affirmation, if you look at it the right way.

(6) BELIEVE IN YOURSELF

>>:0 i don't think this needs much of an explanation. while it's alright to shift with doubts, it's the way you think about yourself and your purpose that really pushes you forward. as I've mentioned in the ithaca post; keep sight of your goal, no matter how hard it gets. see the challenges as something to make you a better person, not as hindrances. your thoughts create your reality.

much love and happy shifting ❤️❤️

[getinloserweregoingshifting]

𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐢 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭

okay, so i fell asleep last night before i was able to even try to shift, so i wont be posting a day 10 today,

however! i did say i was going to post a shifting routine, so here it is.

little disclaimer: i am not saying this is how you should prepare to shift. this is just how i do it. and i haven’t shifted yet. if i am doing anything wrong, please feel free to reblog, send an ask, or let me know in messages. 

so, first, i always make sure i have all of my school work done for the day. i’ve learned that if i don’t do all of my work, i will be stressing over it while i’m trying to shift and it distracts me.

then, i eat something and drink water. it helps to be hydrated and have something on your stomach when you’re trying to shift.

over the course of the day, i like to pretend that i’m already in my dr. it sort of helps you get into that mindset. (i’ve seen other ppl say that as well)

i also just do stuff that makes me happy throughout the day in order to keep my vibrations up. if im not in a good mood that day, i probably wont try and shift.

another thing to do throughout the day is listen to subliminals. sometimes, i have a subliminal video play in the background while i eat or work out school work.

okay, after all that stuff, i go to my room, ready to shift.

first thing i do is make sure that my bed is made, my room is clean. it helps to try to shift in a clean environment.

then, i get out my laptop, some times i scroll through tumblr for a little or tiktok before i actually start preparing.

after that! i play my happy vibes :D playlist. it helps me get into a better mood.

then, i meditate. sometimes, i meditate on my own. and sometimes i use a guided meditation.

then, i play subliminals while i look over my script and even edit it some.

then, i put everything away and lay down to shift.

i’ve mostly used the raven method, but that hasn’t been working. (although it has been giving me the most symptoms)

so now i’ve been using a different method (idk what its called) where you just shut off your left brain and make your right brain think you are actually already in your dr (dont know if i explained that right lol)

sorry if this misleads anybody. like i said, i haven’t shifted. i am still learning. so please don’t yell at me lol. if i am doing anything wrong tho, please let me know. it would really help me out!

[shifting-lark]

Hi I have a question: what do I do in the time leading up to shifting? Like I have a vague idea of what to do to shift, but idk how I should prepare during the day

Hello!!

So you mean like the hours leading up to shifting you don’t know what to do?

It’s a pretty easy answer actually: whatever the fuck you want!! /lighthearted

There is no “100% fool proof” way to shift so everyone has different “shifting rituals” I also believe the more complicated you make shifting the more complicated it will be. So if you try to drink a bunch of water then take a shower and do a face mask/self care and then meditate and then do a method and write your script etc... that’s A LOT of stuff to do, and for me it can be overwhelming!

Just take a deep breath, maybe repeat a few simple affirmations in your head throughout the day, and think of or daydream about your DR! Doing just those simple things can really boost your vibes for shifting!!

If you’re asking ME what I do on a good day, here is my go to shifting routine!

Throughout the day I have a reminder app on my phone to drink water and stay hydrated!

I drive about 45 mins to my campus so I listen to playlists I’ve made for my DR friends and DRself!

Randomly during the day I’m on shiftblr chatting with others and discussing my DR (helps me stay positive and I like reading other shifting stories!)

I come home and finish my homework and any chores. (It puts my mind at ease.)

I might shower and use shifting water (Note: I just repeat “this water will help me shift” as I shower)

I then finish getting ready for bed and lay down, listen to ocean noises and maybe put on a sub

Then I drift to sleep thinking about my DR and that’s it!

Hope this helped!!

[vaneshifts]

I miss the way shifting used to feel.

I discovered shifting in 2019-2020 when it first started blowing up on tiktok. It was full of misinformation, and restrictive beliefs and complete and total chaos, yeah, but I've been scrolling through the older posts in my shifting folder on tiktok, and the nostalgia I'm feeling is insane.

I was massively affected by misinformation and limiting beliefs through shifttok, which is probably the reason that so some degree, I still struggle with shifting -- especially with motivation and doubts.

But I miss having a shifting routine. Not because I need one to shift, but because it motivated me. It made me feel so excited, so prepared to start on this journey. It also had a massive effect on my mental health when I was at probably the lowest point in my entire life. The joy I gained from my shifting routines alone is probably the reason I'm still here, to be honest.

So for my own sake, I'm bringing back my routines. I'm bringing back my favourite nostalgic bits from the beginning of my shifting journey without any of the limitations or toxicity. I'm remaking my journey, and I'm bringing you guys along, if you want to come with me, if any of you are looking to get back that spark.

XO

Vane's Shifting Routine