The Akashic Records are a space of infinite wisdom and unconditional love. They hold the story of your soul: past, present, and future.

If you’re new to the Records, the first question that often comes up is: How do I actually begin?  For me, the answer has always been through prayer.

Now, when I say prayer, I don’t mean anything religious. This is simply a way of opening the Records, an invocation, a statement, an intention. If the word “prayer” doesn’t feel right for you, swap it for whatever language feels most supportive. What matters isn’t the word, but the energy you bring to it.

Over time, I’ve come to rely on The Universal Akashic Prayer as my anchor. It’s a soft, grounding, and deeply supportive way to enter the Records. In this post, I’ll share how the prayer came to me, why it matters, and how you can begin using it in your practice.

If you’d like to keep this prayer close, you can download a free PDF version at the end of this post.

How The Universal Akashic Prayer Came To Be

My guides gifted me this prayer in 2021, after I had been working with the Akashic Records for 2+ years. It didn’t arrive all at once. Instead, it came to me in pieces over several months, like a thread slowly weaving itself together, almost as if it was waiting until I was ready to receive it.

At the time, I had been feeling like I was outgrowing the prayer I had been taught. For more than six months, its energy had started to feel heavy and too intense, like it no longer fit. I didn’t know what would come next, but I trusted that something would.

The first time I spoke the Universal Akashic Prayer aloud with a client, my heart felt like it was beating out of my chest. I’d been using it quietly in my own practice, but never in a reading. I’ll never forget that moment.

As soon as I spoke the words, the energy shifted. It was softer, gentler, more me. One of my clients later found the perfect way to describe it: she said the prayer was like Goldilocks, just right.

From that day on, I never looked back. This prayer became the one I use in every reading, and the one I return to in my own practice. It feels like home. Even now, I still get chills when I think about that first time.

Accessing Your Akashic Records

There are many ways to access the Akashic Records, but the Universal Akashic Prayer has become my touchstone because of the way it feels. Every time I speak it, there’s a quiet strength that comes through. It’s powerful, but not overwhelming, like being held with both softness and steadiness at the same time.

It also grounds me. The moment I say the words, I can feel myself anchored in my body, present, and open in my heart. That groundedness helps me trust what’s coming through the Records, no matter how subtle or unexpected it may be.

And perhaps what I love most is how accessible it is. Whether you’re brand new to the Records or you’ve been working with them for years, this prayer meets you right where you are. It’s simple, approachable, and easy to return to again and again.

Over time, I’ve become more confident and embodied in using it. Sharing it with others has been one of the greatest honors of my work, because I know the impact it can have on someone’s connection with their Records.

The Universal Akashic Prayer

Here it is, the exact words I use to open the Records for myself and my clients. I invite you to read them slowly, with presence. Notice how you feel as you speak the words aloud.

OPENING PRAYER

As above.
So below. 

We give thanks to our Guides for lighting this path. 

As we honor this Source of infinite love, support, knowledge, and healing. 

We ask for the courage to bring our full presence of heart, mind, body, and soul into the Akashic Realm. 

As we hold with the highest respect this Source of all that was, is, and will be. 

Lords of the Akashic Records, Masters, Teachers, Loved Ones, and Guides, I lovingly ask to know ____________ (myself / first name / animal / business / place / experience) in the Light of the Akashic Records. To see ____________ (myself / first name / animal / business / place / experience) in the Light of the Akashic Records. To experience ______________ (myself / first name / animal / business / place / experience) in the Light of the Akashic Records. 

The Records of __________ (full legal name / animals’ full name / place / experience) are now open. (say silently 3x) 

(Announce the opening of the Records by saying the following aloud). 

May the path be illuminated. 

The Records are now open. 

CLOSING PRAYER

Lords of the Akashic Records, Masters, Teachers, Loved Ones, and Guides we thank you for your unconditional love, support, knowledge, and healing.

The Records are now closed, Amen.
The Records are now closed, Amen.
The Records are now closed, Amen. 

Listen To The Universal Akashic Prayer

Sometimes hearing the words spoken aloud makes all the difference. If you’d like to experience the Universal Akashic Prayer alongside me, you can watch the video below. It contains both the opening and closing prayer, so you'll pause in between while you're in your Records.

Before, During, & After Opening the Records

Think of this prayer as your gentle invitation into the Records. Here’s how you can begin using it in your practice:

Before Entering the RecordS

Establish Your Rituals

Create a moment that helps you feel centered. Maybe it’s lighting a candle, placing a hand on your heart, or taking a few slow breaths. These small rituals signal to your body and mind that you’re stepping into sacred space.

Prepare Your Questions

Once the Records are open, a lot can come through. Having your questions ready helps you stay anchored and present. You don’t need a long list, just the few things that feel alive for you.

Set Your Intention

Ask yourself what you want to feel or receive. Naming your intention is like opening a window for the guidance to flow in.

While in the Records

Keep a Journal Nearby

I always recommend having a dedicated space to capture what comes through, whether that’s a notebook, typed notes, or even voice memos.

Observe with Gentle Awareness

Try not to analyze or force meaning. Instead, notice how you feel. The Records often speak in subtle shifts of energy, sensations, or images.

Trust the Process

Some days it will feel expansive and alive, other days quiet or still. Both are part of the journey. The Records meet you right where you are.

After Closing the Records

Co-Create With Your Records

This isn’t just about receiving guidance. The Records are in relationship with you, and what comes through is meant to shape how you move forward.

Prioritize Integration

Give yourself space to let the experience land. Sometimes the meaning unfolds days or weeks later.

Reflect and Journal

Even if what you received feels small or unclear, write it down. You may be surprised how those notes become signposts over time.

Common Questions

Do I have to use this exact prayer?

Not at all. The Universal Akashic Prayer is one way in. With time you can ask your guides to show you how you're meant to access the Records.

What if I don’t feel anything when I use it?

That’s okay. Sometimes “nothing” is exactly what you need, and often it isn’t really nothing at all. Trust that something is happening beneath the surface.

Is this prayer supportive for beginners?

Yes. Having the words to hold onto makes it easier to drop out of your head and into your heart. It creates a safe container so you can relax into the experience.

Download The Universal Akashic Prayer

To support your practice, I’ve created a free PDF version of the Universal Akashic Prayer. You can print it out, keep it on your altar, tuck it into your journal, or save it on your phone so it’s always within reach.

Closing Reflection

For me, this prayer has always felt like a soft, supportive, and loving container to step into. It reminds me that I don’t have to hold everything on my own.

May it become that for you, too.