Mediumship Development: How to Connect with the Other Side
As a Spiritual Medium, I spend most days with one foot in reality and the other in what many would term “the other side.” I connect people with loved ones who have transitioned, their spirit guides, and their own soul to bring peace and clarity about their personal life lessons.
It is far from a conventional career, but I’d like to think that this is changing. As our religious ideals soften and we continue to tap into our inner being, we help to lift the veil between the physical and non-physical. The recent trends in yoga, meditation and new age spirituality are encouraging people to go within and tap into their own divine identity and intuition. TV shows about mediums are quickly reaching millions across the globe and causing people to ask, “Is mediumship real?”
Let’s start by defining it.
Mediumship is the ability to connect and communicate with the departed and the metaphysical realm using the energy that is felt beyond the five physical senses.
The Nature of Psychic Abilities
Perhaps it is most helpful if we discuss the nature of psychic abilities for it is within these that mediumship abilities are derived. We all have some psychic intution . It’s a survival tool. We’ve all had times in our lives when we clearly “know” something in our gut. Have you ever experienced having an immediate connection with someone when you first meet? Or have you ever just known when someone was lying to you? These unexplainable inclinations are a part of the psychic realm and the metaphysical connection; the energy between things that we don’t experience with the first five senses.
The truth is, everyone has some psychic ability but we’re just not accustomed to using it.
And in some, like with any skill, it’s more developed than with others.
Mediumship Misconceptions
I came into the world quite psychic. I wasn’t raised with any religious influence but by the time I was 4 I had gathered enough vocabulary to talk about God, the angels, why I came to earth and why I chose my parents in this life. I saw things that others weren’t seeing so as a child I learned quite quickly to cut off my intuitive sight. Fear promptly capped these abilities until later in life as an adult when I decided to open them up again, but it didn’t happen over night. I had to get over a lot of fears, doubts and misconceptions about developing mediumship abilities and what it meant to communicate with “the dead.”
People have been taught to fear the ethereal, mostly because we don’t completely understand it and partly because so many religions have taught that it was evil. By changing our perspective about “the other side” and simply considering our eternal nature, we inadvertently open ourselves up to link the bridge between heaven and earth Like anything in life, moving past fear enables us to discover new aptitudes and reach higher levels of consciousness.
As we detach from old societal paradigms, and welcome new ways of seeing our “reality,” it creates space for us to connect with the ethereal.
Because of our collective shift in consciousness, many are becoming more sensitive to receiving messages from the other side. I can’t tell you how many times a client’s suspicions of their loved ones visiting them in the physical have been confirmed. Usually if you feel like they may be visiting you, they indeed are.
I may not be able to give you the scientific expertise that you might be looking for, but I have witnessed the incredible shifts that take place within my clients by communicating with loved ones who have passed over. I have seen the light in their eyes as their beloved offers irrefutable confirmation that it’s them. We’ve had gut busting laughs over the departed’s new-found perspective and take on things from the other side.
I’ve seen incredible weights lifted from clients leading to profound change in their own lives after making peace with a family dynamic by communicating with a loved one has passed.
Even if mediumship wasn’t real, doesn’t it feel better to think that someday we’ll be reconnected to those who have passed? Doesn’t it bring comfort to think that they are at peace and relieved of their suffering? Opening yourselves up to this idea stimulates the feelings of being connected energetically and eternally, and the profound lesson that love has no walls.
We often need our own experience to really know something. So are mediumship abilities real? I encourage you to test the waters with these simple exercises. Acknowledge your ability to receive, recognize your connection to all things, and express gratitude when you do get intuitive “hits.”
Mediumship Development: How to Access the Other Side
Here are some ways to begin to open your intuition and bridge the gap between the physical and non-physical:
Meditate
Meditation is the quickest route to strengthening your intuition because it is from this place that all messages come through. You don’t have to be a yogi or guru to meditate. Simply finding quiet solitude through intentional breathing, a guided meditation or even a moving meditation like yoga or waking in nature helps to open your pathways to your intuitive communication.
Relax and Enjoy the Present
Find time to relax and enjoy the present moment. When we’re busy with our thoughts and continually responding to the physical conditions, it’s hard for us to receive information. When we can slow down the pace, when we are not chasing after things, we are more present, awake and aware. We are also more able to meet the vibration of the other side, which is based in love, peace and gentleness.
Release Sorrow
Release sorrow and the misconception, that they are “dead.” From my experience I have witnessed them being them more alive, rejuvenated and vibrant than ever before.
Our perception that they are unattainable blocks our ability to receive their messages. There are many ways they can come in to communicate with us and we can open the doorways by recognizing their eternal self and our infinite connection. We often think we have to hold sorrow in order to honor them, but this can keep us blocked from feeling them. By feeling the eternal love we share, we create more space for us to feel their presence.
Honor Signs
Honor the signs you receive. Pay attention to your dreams, they often visit us this way because we’re in a state of utter relaxation and receiving. Don’t bat these experiences away. They can even reach us through the physical. Pick a sign for you and your loved one to share, maybe a symbol or a word, and watch to see how quickly it can appear. You will be surprised of the ways they can reach you if you open up your heart and have fun with the process.
Create Connection, Find Soul
Creating this connection is easier than you think. After all, we are more soul than anything. We tend to be so focused on the physical. It just takes a little redirection in noticing the infinite ways that life is woven together, the perfect ways solutions are provided, and the seemingly coincidental ways you meet people at the right time. Have you noticed that when you look on back at life, it all makes mores sense? That there always seems to have been a reason for the events that have taken place even if you didn’t se it at the time? It doesn’t hurt to believe that things are working out for you and that somehow this beautiful tapestry of life is woven together through and with love.
If you are curious about the afterlife, there are plenty of books out there on past lives. There are confirmed studies of children remembering their previous lives and personal accounts of mediumship that are soul rocking. The studies are endless, but it has to resonate with you.
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What Is Automatic Writing and How to Use It for Channeling
Automatic writing is a technique used to access information from the unconscious or the spiritual plane through spontaneous writing. This practice allows for receiving messages that do not come from conscious thought, but instead manifest through the free flow of words onto paper. In this article, we explore what automatic writing is, its connection with spiritual channeling, and how you can begin practicing it step by step.
Table of Contents
- What Is Automatic Writing?
- Automatic Writing and Spiritual Channeling
- How to Practice Automatic Writing Step by Step
- Where Do Channeled Messages Come From?
- Spiritual Benefits of Automatic Writing
What Is Automatic Writing?
Automatic writing is a method of expression that allows the hand to write without the conscious intervention of rational thought. In this state, words emerge spontaneously, as if guided by an external source or an inner wisdom that manifests without mental filters. This technique has been used for centuries as a way to access content from the deep unconscious or as a tool for spiritual connection.
Many people who practice automatic writing report feeling that the messages do not come from themselves, but from other entities, energies, or planes of consciousness. The experience can vary: some people receive short phrases, others write entire pages, but in all cases, it’s about letting the body express itself without rational control. For this reason, the practice requires a state of relaxation and openness, without expectations or judgment about what appears on the page.
Automatic Writing and Spiritual Channeling
Automatic writing can also become a direct channel of communication with spiritual guides, interdimensional beings, or the higher self. In these cases, the person acts as a bridge between realms, allowing the message to be captured in words without the ego interfering in the process. This practice is considered a form of channeling when the message comes from a clear and coherent spiritual source.
In the series Channeling: A Bridge to the Beyond, available on Gaia, the various ways in which channelers access non-physical information are explored, including automatic writing as a tool to transmit messages from beyond. The series presents real experiences and testimonials from experts who explain how these practices help open consciousness and access transformative information.
How to Practice Automatic Writing Step by Step
Practicing automatic writing requires creating an adequate space, relaxing the mind, and allowing the words to flow without conscious control. It is not about writing from logical thought, but rather about opening up to a receptive state where information arrives effortlessly. With regular practice, this process becomes more fluid and clear.
Energetic Preparation and Inner Disposition
Before starting, it is essential to prepare the space and personal energy. Find a quiet place, turn off distractions, and create a harmonious atmosphere with soft lighting, incense, or gentle music if you prefer. Breathe deeply for a few minutes and set your intention to open yourself to receiving information with clarity and respect.
It is also important to check your internal state. Automatic writing is not just a technique—it is an act of receptivity. That is why it is necessary to be calm and with a neutral attitude. If you are anxious, rushed, or have rigid expectations about what “should” appear, you are likely to interfere with the process. The key is to release mental control and trust whatever arises.
Techniques to Facilitate the Writing Flow
One very useful technique is to start by writing repetitive phrases, such as “I am ready to receive” or “I open myself to whatever comes.” This initial writing acts as a bridge between the conscious and receptive states, helping calm the mind and activate the flow. Often, after a few lines, the tone of the message shifts and begins to flow on its own.
Another technique is to write without lifting the pen from the paper for several minutes, without worrying about the meaning of the words. This helps overcome initial blockages and gives way to a more natural rhythm. It doesn’t matter if at first only random words or meaningless sentences appear. What matters is to keep the movement going and observe whether the content starts to become coherent without rational intervention.
Practical Exercises to Start Channeling
One initial exercise consists of formulating a clear question before writing. Then, take a deep breath, relax your body, and begin to write anything that comes up, without correcting or thinking about structure. When finished, read what you wrote without judgment. Over time, you’ll notice the answers start to show more coherence and depth.
Another useful exercise is to write after a brief guided meditation. Spend a few minutes calming your mind, focusing on your breath, and visualizing a soft light enveloping your hands. Then, begin writing without a defined topic and allow the words to emerge freely. This practice helps you enter a deeper receptive state and facilitates connection with subtle realms.
Where Do Channeled Messages Come From?
The messages received during automatic writing can have different origins, depending on the level of connection and the intention of the channeler. These sources usually belong to higher planes of consciousness and act as guides for personal and spiritual growth. Identifying their origin helps better understand the type of information received and its purpose.
- Spiritual Guides: These are beings of elevated consciousness who accompany the soul’s path. Messages from them often offer clear guidance, protection, and support in important decisions.
- Akashic Records: They contain the energetic memory of the soul and its journey through time. Through automatic writing, it is possible to access fragments of this information to gain guidance on life processes and spiritual evolution.
- Ascended Masters: These are beings who have reached a high level of consciousness and wisdom. Their messages provide deep teachings and tools for personal and spiritual transformation.
- Higher Self: This represents the highest and wisest aspect of one’s own being. This connection allows for receiving messages aligned with life purpose and a deeper understanding of one’s path.
- Angels or Archangels: These are light energies that transmit peace, guidance, and assistance during times of change or difficulty. Often, channeled messages from these planes carry a loving, protective, and compassionate tone.
- Deceased Loved Ones: In some cases, the messages come from family members or close individuals who have passed on. These communications usually hold significant emotional value and can bring comfort or closure to unresolved matters.
Spiritual Benefits of Automatic Writing
Automatic writing is not only a tool for channeling information—it also supports spiritual growth by deepening inner connection, expanding perception, and cultivating greater emotional and energetic clarity. Its regular practice transforms the relationship with oneself and with what lies beyond the visible.
- Inner clarity: Helps identify thoughts and emotions that were hidden. This allows for more conscious and aligned decision-making.
- Connection with subtle planes: Facilitates access to higher levels of consciousness. This openness strengthens intuition and spiritual confidence.
- Emotional healing: Writing without filters allows the release of blockages and retained emotions. The process acts as a form of energetic cleansing and self-exploration.
- Development of intuition: Enhances the ability to perceive internal and external signals. This strengthens spiritual discernment in everyday life.
- Deep self-knowledge: When channeling messages, unconscious aspects of the self often emerge. This supports processes of personal transformation and expansion of consciousness.
