If Level 1 is where you’re stuck in unawareness, Level 2 is where the flicker of recognition begins to grow into a flame. This is the “fake it till you make it” stage. You’ve started to explore the concept of self-worth and may even be experimenting with affirmations like “I am worthy,” but deep down, you’re not fully sold on the idea. It feels awkward, maybe even a little disingenuous, and that’s okay. Level 2 is all about building the bridge between knowing you should value yourself and actually believing it.
What Keeps Us in Level 2?
This stage can feel like a frustrating limbo. You’re no longer completely unaware of your worth, but you haven’t fully integrated it either. Here are some reasons why:
- Old Programming Still Lingers
Even though you’ve started questioning limiting beliefs, they’re deeply ingrained. It takes time to overwrite years of conditioning. Be patient with yourself. - Fear of Change
Stepping into your worth often means setting boundaries, changing relationships, or taking bold actions. That can feel scary and unfamiliar. Remember: the subconscious senses ALL change as a threat. It does not differentiate. This is why even positive change feels scary. - Imposter Syndrome
You may feel like you’re pretending to be something you’re not, but the truth is, you’re not pretending at all. This is about stripping away what was never truly you to reveal who you are at your core. It’s not about becoming someone new; it’s about coming home to yourself.
Signs You’re in Level 2
Recognizing that you’re in Level 2 is a powerful step forward. Here are some indicators that this is where you currently find yourself:
- You’re experimenting with affirmations but struggle to feel their truth.
- You’re becoming aware of how others treat you but aren’t sure how to change it.
- You feel torn between old habits and the desire to step into a more empowered version of yourself.
- You’re starting to question past choices and relationships, wondering if they truly align with your worth.
The Beginning of Subconscious Reprogramming
One of the key shifts in Level 2 is beginning the process of reprogramming your subconscious. This is where you start to rewrite the beliefs that have been holding you back and replace them with new, empowering narratives. Here’s how to begin:
- Identify Your Core Beliefs
What stories are you telling yourself about your worth? For example, do you believe you have to earn love or prove your value? Write these down to bring them into awareness. - Introduce New Narratives
Replace limiting beliefs with affirming ones. For instance, if you’ve been telling yourself, “I’m not enough,” replace it with “I am more than enough, and I always have been.” - Use Visualization
Imagine yourself fully embodying your worth. Visualize situations where you set boundaries, speak up, or pursue your goals with confidence. This primes your brain to create those outcomes. Get lost in these visions just like you would a daydream. - Practice Emotional Release
Old beliefs often carry emotional weight. Journaling, energy work, movement, or even working with a coach can help you process and release those emotions. - Take Aligned Action
Each time you take an action that reflects your worth—even if it feels small—you’re reinforcing those new beliefs. This is aligned action.
A Personal Reflection
When I was in Level 2, it felt like I was unraveling years of conditioning I didn’t even realize had shaped me. The limiting beliefs that controlled my self-perception weren’t even mine—they were absorbed from childhood, from societal expectations, from past relationships. I didn’t necessarily believe them at first, but when you hear something over and over, it seeps into your subconscious and starts to feel like truth.
- “Children should be seen and not heard.”
- “You’re a spoiled brat.”
- “You’ll never be good with money.”
- “You’re such a procrastinator.”
- “We don’t believe in that.”
- “You’re so selfish.”
And then there were the words from past relationships—different, but just as heavy:
- “You’re crazy.”
- “You’re a bitch.”
- “No one likes you.”
- “You’ll never be anything without me.”
- “You’re a terrible mother.”
- “You don’t care about anyone.”
These weren’t just words. They became stories. Stories I didn’t write, but somehow, I was living. The biggest realization was that I had unknowingly let them dictate how I moved through life. I carried these narratives without question, as if they were part of my identity.
That’s when I knew things had to change. Journaling became my way of pulling these beliefs into the light. But it wasn’t just pen and paper—I relied heavily on conscious reflection sessions where I’d talk through these thoughts in writing, in deep-dive conversations, and even here. It was like having a mirror held up to my subconscious, forcing me to see the patterns I had ignored.
But awareness wasn’t enough—I had to reprogram my subconscious. Energy work became crucial. Subconscious reprogramming during sleep helped shift the deeply ingrained beliefs, meditation allowed me to integrate these shifts, and physical movement released the emotional residue stored in my body. Healing wasn’t just a mental process—it was physical, energetic, and emotional all at once.
It wasn’t about suddenly saying “no” to everything, either. I had to learn how to listen to my intuition about when to say no, even if it felt uncomfortable. I had to start trusting myself again. Boundaries became a big part of this work, but not in the way many people assume. I had already been in a healthy relationship for years, so it wasn’t about cutting people off—it was about helping my partner understand that I was going through a deep internal shift. And if he hadn’t wanted to support that? I already knew—I don’t need anyone outside of myself.
This is something I can’t stress enough, so we need to segway:
NEVER be in a relationship because you need someone or because they need you.
Be in a relationship because you want to be, because it enhances your life, not because you feel like you can’t function without it.
That was a game changing realization for me. So many people tend to assess their worth through a relationship, and society doesn’t help.
“Oh, you’re single?” “Don’t you think you should [get married/settle down/have kids]”, that list of bullshit could go on and on. Or there’s always the “Don’t you want/need a man to help support and take care of you”
The fuck I do.
That said, also NEVER let your worth be dictated by external opinions.
As I continued on with this work, I could see more clearly: I wasn’t becoming someone new, I realized I was coming home to myself—she had been there all along, buried under layers of false conditioning. And while things still come up, they’re easier to process now. Because I know what to do. I know who I am.
Final Thoughts
Level 2 is where the real work begins. It’s about challenging your old programming, introducing new narratives, and taking small but meaningful steps to align with your worth. This stage may feel uncomfortable, but it’s also where transformation takes root. By committing to the process of subconscious reprogramming, you’re laying the foundation for the deep belief in your worth that awaits in Level 3.
Til next time,
Own your crown. Always,
Amanda
Crowned In Magick 
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