How Intentional Living Changed My Perspective

One day, after arriving at work, I sat in my car and burst into tears at the thought of walking upstairs into my office. That moment hit me hard: something in my life was deeply misaligned. I couldn’t ignore it anymore.

That breaking point became my entry into intentional living—a way of moving through life that focuses on purpose, presence, and alignment. Intentional living isn’t about having a perfect morning routine or following a Pinterest-worthy plan. It’s about creating space to breathe, reflect, and choose how you want to show up in the world.

Shifting into intentional living has transformed my perspective in ways I couldn’t have imagined. Here’s how the journey unfolded for me.

 

What Intentional Living Means to Me

For me, intentional living means conducting your life in a way that allows you to thrive and evolve mentally, physically, and spiritually—while also contributing to the collective as a whole. It’s not just existing; it’s coexisting. It’s not just surviving; it’s evolving.

My first steps into intentional living weren’t grand. They started small, through journaling, slowing down, and yoga. Around the time I realized I needed to restart my life, I also lost my little sister. In her passing, I discovered yoga, which became both an outlet and a teacher. Yoga eventually led me to meditation, sound baths, and other mindful tools that still shape my rituals today.

I fell in love with it so deeply that I became a certified yoga teacher—not because I needed another title, but because the practice became part of who I am.

 

The Turning Point: From Auto-Pilot to Awareness

Before this shift, life was a blur of autopilot routines. My days looked like this: wake up at 5 a.m., sit in hours of traffic, juggle work and kids’ activities, rush home to cook (or pick something up when time was too tight), and collapse into bed with just enough energy to do it all again tomorrow.

I was existing, but not truly living.

The practices that helped me break that cycle—journaling, scripting, reflection, and slowing down—created intentional space in my life. And in that space, I realized the most important thing: I had to make myself a priority.

Not just with surface-level self-care like getting my hair or nails done (though those are nice), but with practices that created real mental clarity and ease. This shift allowed me to regulate my nervous system, which changed how I experienced the world.

I used to react to everything around me. Now, I know how to pause, receive, respond, and release. That perspective shift has changed everything.

 

Lessons Learned Through Intentional Living

Intentional living continues to teach me lessons that reshape the way I see myself and the world around me:

• Clarity — I can now separate what truly matters from the noise.

• Presence — I’ve learned to slow down and savor moments instead of rushing through them.

• Alignment — When I live with intention, love, creativity, and business flow more naturally.

• Resilience — I face challenges with more grace because I’m grounded in practices that center me.

 

Practical Ways to Start Living Intentionally

Intentional living doesn’t require a dramatic life overhaul—it begins with small, meaningful choices. Here are a few ways to start:

• Daily journaling practice — Write down your gratitudes, set intentions, or reflect on your day.

• Curated rituals — Light a candle before journaling, create mindful mornings, or carve out calm evening spaces.

• Redefine success — Focus on values and fulfillment instead of societal standards and checklists.

• Start small — Choose one ritual or practice and let it evolve naturally over time.

 

How My Perspective Continues to Evolve

Intentional living isn’t a destination; it’s an ongoing journey. The perspective shifts I’ve experienced are still unfolding and expanding. Every season of life asks me to return to my practices and deepen my connection to myself.

This philosophy is also at the heart of The Wyatt Collective. Through journals, candles, and curated lifestyle pieces, I want to share the same tools that helped me find clarity, alignment, and presence. My brand is built to remind you that your everyday rituals matter, and that your story is worth honoring.

 

Conclusion

Intentional living changed my perspective by reminding me that I’m not here to just exist—I’m here to evolve, contribute, and experience life with presence and purpose.

If you’ve been feeling like you’re stuck in the motions, I invite you to explore intentional living for yourself. Start with small rituals. Write in a journal. Light a candle. Take ten minutes just for you.

And if you’re ready to begin, explore the collection of Wyatt Collective journals—tools designed to guide your own intentional journey. Because when you choose to live with intention, everything begins to shift.