Connecting with your inner self and your conscience is an exercise of transparency and truthfulness. It is a difficult task for most as they are stuck within the bonds of appearancesand self doubt.
I am no one to tell others what will work or be effective for them. All I can relate is what works for me. Here is my version. Hopefully, you find something useful that you might apply.
I start my self check by removing adornment and looking at myself in the mirror. I see a human of a certain age and gender with the thought processes gained from my experiences. I observe my scars, marks and afflictions that have been acquired through time and reflect on those experiences, taking note on how I see myself and how others see me. Am I projecting a true image or am I imitating or hiding something?
Next, I profess to myself what I believe wholeheartedly. I ask if I am following my chosen path, following my moral beliefs and am I following the voice that speaks to me during my waking hours? Am I a real individual or am I trying to project something that I wish to achieve? Do I really walk what I talk? Do I believe in myself enough to never hide my faith or my convictions to others? Can I proudly and publicly assert my beliefs and rebuke any reprisal because of it?
Last but not least, I look at my accomplishments, failures and my dreams. Am I moving forward with my ambitions and becoming what I wish for myself? What lessons are learned and what obstacles do I face? Who stands beside me and who stands in my way? What do I require to get to where I see myself?
The final step is to spend some time in meditation as noted by other posters. I sit on the grave mounds of my ancestors and ask them for their assistance. I envision a plan of success and state an oath either privately or publicly to achieve a short term goal. I then follow my oath, pass or fail, the Fates either allow or decline. Either way, I remain aligned with both my internal and external being
