Mojo is such a great word. We associate it today with confidence, charisma, and life force. Just saying it conjures up an image—you can almost see someone who has lost theirs, shoulders slumped, energy drained, that defeated look in their eyes.
But a quick dive into its origins reveals something even more intriguing. The word mojo comes from African spiritual traditions, particularly from the Congo and West African regions. It travelled to the Americas through the transatlantic slave trade and became deeply rooted in African American Hoodoo (folk magic and spirituality).
In Hoodoo practices, a mojo bag (also called a mojo hand, conjure bag, or gris-gris bag) is a small cloth pouch filled with herbs, roots, and other magical items, believed to hold spiritual power for protection, luck, love, or success. I love this idea, and I already know exactly which crystals I’d put in mine.
Over time, the meaning of mojo has evolved. Today, we talk about getting our mojo back when we feel depleted, uninspired, or just plain stuck. It’s fascinating how a word rooted in deep spiritual tradition has woven itself into everyday language.
So, Have You Lost Your Mojo?
It’s easy to build your life and business when everything is flowing, but what happens when it’s not? What do you do when all you seem to be doing is screaming why me? into your journal and banging your head against the wall, wishing for a magic wand to fix your life?
Well, you could stop fighting and start breathing.
The problem with losing your mojo is that nothing seems to flow. You can’t find a way out. You know, logically, what you should do. There’s no shortage of advice—solid, sensible advice telling you to take action, to do this or that. But despite all the wisdom out there, sometimes it still feels like the only option is to keep banging your head against that wall.
Think about the times you’ve misplaced your mojo. Perhaps you were at a difficult turning point. Maybe you were stuck on that damn cosmic roundabout, going in circles with no clear way off.
You tried to power through, didn’t you? Doing all the things that worked before, hoping they’d work again. But now, you feel like you’re on the brink of losing everything, convinced you’re failing.
Last year, I felt this deeply—frustrated, often angry, teetering on the edge of burnout. I looked for ways to comfort myself, and a lot of it involved self-talk. You know, the reframing kind. I don’t do the usual numbing—no scoffing junk food or drowning my sorrows in a bottle of wine. That used to be my go-to, but these days, I prefer to distract myself with a brand-new project I don’t actually want to do. That’s my kind of reframing.
But thankfully, there was a small part of me—one that hadn’t completely burned out—that whispered, For heaven’s sake, stop. Step into the sacred void. Listen to the whispers of your heart.
I knew that in stillness, I would find clarity. That my purpose was far bigger than my fear and other emotions.
And when I moved into acceptance, things started to shift. I knew what to do. I knew how to get my mojo back.
There was no powering through. That only leads to exhaustion. I’ve learned that as a 3/6 Emotional Projector, burnout is my enemy. So instead, I chose a different way—one that conserved my energy, nurtured my spirit, and reconnected me with my inner wisdom.
So what is mojo and how do you know if you’ve got it or not?
Mojo is that spark, that magnetic energy that makes you feel alive, in flow, and on it. It’s confidence, but not just the surface-level kind. It’s the deep, unshakeable knowing that you’ve got something special—that you are something special.
You know you’ve got your mojo when things just click. You wake up feeling inspired, ideas come easily, and you move through your day with a kind of effortless rhythm. It’s not about forcing or hustling—it’s about being in sync with yourself and the world around you.
And when it’s missing? Oh, you know. Everything feels like wading through mud. You second-guess yourself, lose your enthusiasm, and wonder where that version of you—the one who felt unstoppable—has disappeared to. You might try to power through and convince yourself it’s just a rough patch, but deep down, you know your mojo has left the building.
The good news? Mojo isn’t gone forever. It’s not some rare, mystical force that only a lucky few can access. It’s part of you. And when you tune in, slow down, and listen—really listen—to what your heart is whispering, you’ll find it again.
So, do you have your mojo? If not, don’t panic. It’s there, waiting for you to remember who you are.
How Do You Get Your Mojo Back?
First things first—stop chasing it. Mojo isn’t something you can force, demand, or wrestle back into existence. In fact, the harder you push, the further away it seems to drift.
Instead, take a breath. Step back. Listen.
Losing your mojo is often a sign that something isn’t aligned. Maybe you’re clinging to an old way of being that no longer fits. Maybe you’re stuck in a loop of doing what you think you should be doing rather than what your soul is calling you towards. Or maybe—just maybe—you’re simply exhausted, and your mojo is waiting for you to rest long enough to find it again.
For me, getting my mojo back always starts with space—space to think, space to breathe, space to just be. It’s about reconnecting with what lights me up, even if that means doing absolutely nothing for a while.
Try this:
- Pause. Stop trying to force it. Accept where you are.
- Tune in. What does your body need? What is your heart whispering?
- Nurture yourself. Sleep, walk in nature, read something inspiring—fill your cup.
- Do something different. Change the scenery. Try something new. Shake up your energy.
- Reconnect with joy. What excites you? What makes you feel alive? Follow that thread.
Mojo isn’t lost—it’s just waiting for you to meet it where it lives. And that place? It’s not in the grind. It’s in the pause, the presence, and the quiet power of coming home to yourself.
Mojo Isn’t a Destination—It’s a Rhythm
The thing about mojo is that it’s not a fixed state. You don’t just “get it back” and keep it forever. It moves, shifts, expands, contracts—just like you do.
And that’s not a bad thing.
We aren’t meant to be switched on all the time. Sometimes, the loss of mojo is an invitation to pause and realign—to let go of what’s not working and make space for something new.
But here’s the secret: once you stop seeing it as something to chase and start treating it as a rhythm to flow with, everything changes.
Some days, you’ll feel unstoppable. Others, you’ll feel like you’re trudging through wet sand. Both are part of the process. Neither defines you.
So, instead of fearing the dips, embrace them. Use them as checkpoints. Moments to check in, reassess, and realign. Trust that your mojo isn’t gone—it’s just waiting for you to meet it where it wants to be found.
And when you do? Oh, that’s when the magic happens.
I don’t know you and what your default is when Mr Mojo has done a runner, but I’d like to invite you to grab your journal and scribble.
10 Journal Prompts to Get Your Mojo Back (and Why They Work)
When you’ve lost your mojo, journaling can help you clear your mental clutter, reconnect with yourself, and uncover what’s really going on beneath the surface. These prompts aren’t about fixing or forcing anything—they’re about helping you find clarity, shift your energy, and gently invite your mojo back.
1. What does “having my mojo” feel like to me?
Why this works: When you’ve lost your mojo, it’s easy to forget what it even feels like. This prompt helps you tap back into that energy, reminding you of what it looks, sounds, and feels like when you’re at your best.
What you’ll get: A mental and emotional blueprint of your mojo state, making it easier to find your way back.
2. If my mojo had a voice, what would it say to me right now?
Why this works: Instead of overthinking, this gets you out of your head and into a playful, intuitive space. You might be surprised by the wisdom that emerges.
What you’ll get: Insight into what’s blocking your mojo and what it needs to return.
3. Where in my life am I resisting flow?
Why this works: Mojo isn’t something you chase—it’s something you allow. If you’re resisting change, clinging to something outdated, or pushing too hard, your mojo will feel stifled.
What you’ll get: A clear sense of where you need to let go or shift your approach.
4. What’s one thing I can do today that brings me even a tiny spark of joy?
Why this works: Small actions create momentum. Even a little joy can start shifting your energy and getting your mojo moving again.
What you’ll get: A practical step to lift your mood and start regaining your spark.
5. What part of me is asking to be seen, heard, or nurtured?
Why this works: Losing your mojo often means you’ve disconnected from yourself. This prompt helps you tune into what part of you has been ignored or suppressed.
What you’ll get: A deeper understanding of what your soul needs right now.
6. If I could reinvent one part of my life right now, what would it be?
Why this works: Sometimes, mojo loss signals that you’ve outgrown something. This prompt opens up space for possibility and excitement.
What you’ll get: Clarity on what needs a refresh, plus inspiration to take action.
7. What am I afraid will happen if I fully step into my power?
Why this works: Often, it’s not a lack of mojo—it’s fear holding you back. This prompt helps uncover hidden resistance and limiting beliefs.
What you’ll get: Awareness of the fears blocking your mojo so you can start dismantling them.
8. What am I making this “mojo loss” mean about me?
Why this works: We tend to attach stories to our struggles—“I’ve lost my mojo, so I must be failing.” This prompt helps you separate fact from fiction.
What you’ll get: A shift in perspective that stops you from spiralling into self-criticism.
9. What if losing my mojo was actually part of my growth?
Why this works: Instead of seeing mojo loss as a failure, this re-frames it as a cycle—one that might be guiding you somewhere new.
What you’ll get: A new level of self-trust, helping you lean into the process instead of fighting it.
10. If I fully trusted that my mojo would return, how would I show up today?
Why this works: Acting as if your mojo is already on its way shifts your energy immediately. You start making choices from a place of confidence rather than scarcity.
What you’ll get: A mindset shift that invites your mojo back sooner rather than later.
How to Use These Prompts
You don’t need to answer them all at once. Pick one that speaks to you and let yourself write freely, without overthinking. Let your journal be a space where you can be honest, curious, and open to new insights.
I keep saying it. Your mojo isn’t gone—it’s just waiting for you to meet it in the quiet, reflective moments.
If this resonates and you want to come on a meander through my reinvention process that will help you find your missing mojo, then come and join me in 6 weeks for a new you.
