Regrounding in the City
- wendigiuliano
- Oct 15, 2025
- 3 min read
As someone who works with energy through Reiki, intuitive coaching, and spiritual connection- I’m constantly aware of how energy moves through us and around us. When I’m surrounded by high, vibrant frequencies like excitement, enthusiasm, or group connection, I can feel myself begin to lift, almost as if I’m floating above the ground. It’s beautiful, but it also reminds me how important it is to stay grounded.
That lesson came alive for me again recently while traveling.
I was in Minneapolis for a women’s conference called Celebration hosted by Polka Dot Powerhouse, with over 250 women gathered together- each bringing their own radiant light, laughter, and inspiration. The energy was electric!
I loved being in that space (I always do until I don’t), yet after a while, I noticed that familiar sensation: my feet felt lighter, my thoughts were racing, and I could sense my energy expanding a little too far outward. I was floating. Being lifted by the collective joy, but starting to lose touch.
So I listened to my body and took a walk.
As I wandered through the busy city streets, I could feel my inner voice whispering, find stillness. I didn’t know where I was going and yet I followed the pull of my heart and my feet.
Then, in the middle of the city, I stumbled upon a pocket of peace- a patch of green grass and a glimmer of water tucked between buildings.
Without hesitation, I slipped off my shoes and socks and stepped onto the earth. The cool, damp grass met me like an old friend. My body sighed with relief as the ground supported my weight. I stood there, breathing deeply, feeling the energy in my body begin to settle.
When I stepped into the water moments later, a wave of calm washed through me. My shoulders dropped. My breath slowed. That floating feeling softened.
I stayed there for about 30 minutes- just breathing, listening, and being. By the time I walked back to the conference, I felt different: clearer, calmer, more me. I could rejoin the group’s beautiful energy, but this time from a grounded, centered space.
What I learned is nature is always available to us- even in the heart of a city.
Regrounding Strategies
We often think we need to escape to the woods, the ocean, or the mountains to find peace, but the truth is that nature meets us wherever we are willing to notice it.
A patch of grass.
A single tree.
A soft breeze.
Even the sound of running water from a city fountain.
These are invitations from the earth to return to presence- to remember that we belong to something steady and nurturing.
If you ever find yourself overwhelmed by energy- from a crowd, a busy day, or simply too much mental activity- try one or two of these regrounding practices:
Find something alive nearby.
Look for grass, trees, water, or even a plant in a window. Place your attention there and let it draw you into the present moment.
Breathe intentionally.
Take a slow, deep breath in through your nose and exhale through your mouth. With each breath, imagine your energy moving down into the earth.
Connect physically.
If possible, take off your shoes and let your bare feet touch the ground. Feel its texture, its temperature, its quiet strength.
Allow time to recalibrate.
Give yourself a few minutes to simply be. Notice your body’s signals- your heart rate, your breath, your inner calm returning.
Express gratitude.
Before you move on, thank the earth, the moment, and yourself for creating space to reconnect.
You don’t have to wait until you’re overwhelmed to ground yourself. You can weave these moments of reconnection into your everyday life in your backyard, at your desk, or even in the middle of a bustling city street.
The next time you feel scattered or overextended, ask yourself: Where can I find a pocket of nature right now?
When you ask, the earth always answers.
If this story resonates with you, I invite you to join my Facebook community Find Yourself in Nature where I share reflections like this and where we support one another in deepening our connection to nature, energy, and self.
Additionally, here is an article about both the physical and psychological benefits of nature that just popped into my inbox. Enjoy!
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