Finding Your True North: How to Reconnect with What Really Matters

Ever feel like life’s pulling you in a dozen directions, and you’ve somehow lost the map?

Between parenting, work, routines, and the endless “shoulds,” it’s easy to lose track of you — the real you, the one beneath the responsibilities and noise.

That’s where finding your True North comes in.

What Does “True North” Even Mean?

Your True North is that internal compass — the quiet knowing of who you really are and what matters most to you. It’s not about reinventing yourself. It’s about remembering who you are, realigning your choices, and finding your way back to a life that feels like yours.

Think of it as peeling back the layers of expectation and obligation until you find what actually lights you up.

Why It Matters (Especially as a Single Mum)

When you’re raising kids, running a home, and possibly doing it all solo, it’s easy to end up in survival mode. And in survival mode, you’re just reacting — not intentionally choosing.

That’s why taking a step back to reflect and realign isn’t a luxury. It’s a lifeline.

Because when you know your values, your purpose, and your vision for life… decisions get easier. Boundaries get stronger. And burnout gets a little less loud.

How to Start Finding Your True North

You don’t need a retreat or a drastic life change. You just need a quiet moment, a notebook, and a willingness to listen inward. Try starting with:

  • Reflection prompts like:
    What do I truly want?
    What feels like home to me?
    Where do I feel most myself?
  • Noticing your energy — What drains you? What fuels you?
  • Being honest — No editing, no judgement. Just truth.

Want a Gentle Companion on the Journey?

If you’d like a structured (but calming) way to explore this, I’ve created a printable:
Finding My True North: 90-Day Journal

It’s designed to help you uncover what matters most — one prompt, one breath, one page at a time. No fluff. Just quiet, honest reflection. And a bit of self-compassion along the way.

You deserve to feel grounded. You deserve to feel clear. And most of all, you deserve to feel like you again.

Let this be your season to gently find your way back.