Okay, so the other day I kept seeing the number 696 everywhere. Like, on license plates, receipts, even the time on my microwave. It was weirding me out a little, so I decided to look into it. Turns out, it’s what they call an “angel number.” I’m not usually one for this kind of stuff, but hey, I was curious.
My Little Experiment with 696
First, I grabbed my journal and a pen. I figured if I was going to take this seriously, I needed to document everything. I started by writing down every time I saw 696, and what I was doing or thinking about at the time.
- Monday morning: Saw 696 on a coffee cup. I was feeling stressed about a work presentation.
- Tuesday afternoon: 696 on a bus. I was daydreaming about finally organizing my closet.
- Wednesday evening: The microwave again! This time I was thinking about how I wanted to be more patient with my kids.
I noticed a pattern. It seemed like 696 popped up whenever I was focused on either work stress, home improvement, or my family. It was almost like a little nudge, reminding me of these areas in my life.

Digging a Little Deeper
Next, I decided to do some online research about the meaning of 696. Everything I found talked about balance, harmony, family, and responsibility. It mentioned things like nurturing relationships, letting go of material worries, and focusing on inner peace. It was all pretty feel-good stuff, honestly.
I spent a few days just being more mindful. I tried to be more present with my family, made an effort to appreciate the small things, and even started that closet organization project I’d been putting off. I can’t say I had any earth-shattering revelations, but I definitely felt more grounded and less anxious.
Honestly, I don’t know if it was the “power” of 696 or just the act of paying more attention to my life, but it was a good experience. It reminded me to slow down and appreciate what I have. Maybe there’s something to this angel number thing after all, or it is also a great self-talk to encourage myself. Will continue to record what I find for this interesting thing.