Who Was I In My Past Life?
There is an old saying: To know who you were in a past life, look at how your life is, now. To find out who you will be in a future life, look at how you are living that life.
This adage applies aptly when you want to know who you were in a past life. It is best not to trudge through the remnants of a distant past, slogging through random moments in order to discover little gems from bygone eras. Rather it is good to know that somewhere buried in your subconsciousness lies the memories of pivotal moments which have shaped your personality and have guided you towards the lessons that you are encountering in this life.
You can think of time like a river; running forward, always into the future. But, with the right contraption, let’s say a boat which can traverse such waters, one has the means to travel upstream, against the currents and backward in time. With such a boat, you would be able to rediscover events from the past. They would replay right before your eyes. All you need is a map to locate these pivotal moments.
Mapping Your Journey
Fortunately, that map is something that you carry with you across lifetimes. It is contained within your subconscious and finding a relevant point on that map begins with a simple question. What is the origin of something which you are experiencing in this life? It should be something that you have an emotional attachment to, as that emotion binds your current state with that moment from the past. Let’s say you want to know why your shoulder has had a strange pain for most of your life. Your question could be, “What is the origin of the pain in my shoulder?” Perhaps you want to know why you have such a strong bond with your life partner. You could ask, “What is the origin of my relationship with this person?”
Be aware that you will not have any conscious or rational recollection of this distant point in time. Rather you will have an emotional connection to it. Let that emotion be your compass and lock on to that feeling throughout your journey to come. Soon, what you seek will come to light.
Taking the Journey Across Lifetimes
A simple process for discovering who you were in a past life is below. Read through it a few times, to allow yourself to memorize the process. Or, you can record this in your own voice and play it back like a guided meditation. If you choose to record it, read it slowly and pause for a moment between each line; allow yourself time to experience each section. When it comes to the big reveal, allow a long pause, say a minute or two, so that you have ample time to reflect upon the event transpiring.
Now, Let’s Begin
For this exploration, it is easy to imagine that you are taking a journey backwards, along the river of time. Just close your eyes, let yourself get comfortable and take a few deep breaths to relax. For this exploration, allow your imagination and your emotional connection guide what you see and experience.
With each breath you take, let your conscious mind drift away, and give your subconscious mind permission to take over. No need to think or analyze. Simply oversee and remember.
To begin your journey, imagine that you are standing upon a dock next to the river of time. Perched at the dock lay a boat set and ready to take you on a journey back in time, up the river.
When you are ready, simply step into the boat, sit down, and will it begin to move away from the dock. Your journey has begun.
In your boat, follow the river back through the events of your past. See various events from your childhood that you do remember. As the boat continues to flowing upstream, you will move past the moment of your birth – a time you may not remember.
Now, just up ahead, you will see a tunnel approaching.
As you enter through a tunnel, the boat begins moving at incredible speeds – this tunnel is your conduit between lifetimes. Now is the time to hold on to the emotional connection to what you seek. Feel that emotion and restate the question which has sparked this journey. Why are you here, now?
When you emerge from the tunnel, and into the light, you will see a scene playing out that is from a time previous to your birth in this lifetime.
As the boat comes to a stop, take a few moments to allow yourself to watch the event as it unfolds.
Notice the people in the scene, how they are dressed, what they look like, the colors – you will even notice different sounds and maybe even smells – just take a few moments to observe without judgement.
Do not interact with the scene, nor attempt to understand anything that transpires. Merely observe and remember.
When you are ready, you can set the boat back into motion downstream and back toward the tunnel. When you reemerge, you will see scenes from your childhood of this life progressing forward. As if in fast motion, you move forward in time, past the events you remember, until you reach the present moment. When you have returned to the dock from which you departed, exit the boat and return your awareness to the room you are in.
Finally, when you are ready, open your eyes and quickly write down what you have observed in your experiences on this day.
There you have it. This is very simple and gentle exploration of who you were in a past life. It is important to write down what you experienced as soon as you open your eyes. The longer your mind lingers in the present moment, the greater the chance of details slipping away.
Continuing the Exploration
Do not fret if nothing comes about your first few attempts. This may be a new process for you and building the temporal connection with your subconscious mind is a cumulative effort. Meaning the more you do this, the easier it gets. Feel free to follow this process several times, taking notes and comparing them from each experience. Not only is this a great way to relax, but you are building a connection from your present everyday self with the parts of you that are spread out in various time periods.
If you want to go deeper, a trained professional can help you to explore certain events to a more detailed extent. Sometimes, you may need to unravel unresolved issues which may be causing complications within this life time. It is not recommended to attempt these alone, as one’s own personal biases can further complicate the issues. Seek an independent, trained professional to help you resolve these difficulties. This journey is merely presented as a means of bringing about awareness of the past, not to resolve any lingering issues.
In the meantime, enjoy your exploration, take it lightly and make it fun. You may be surprised what you learn about yourself and the life you have been living.
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5 Signs That a Deceased Loved One Is With You
Are there times when you feel that someone who has passed away is still close to you? The presence of a deceased loved one can be felt in a real way through subtle signs, emotional sensations or physical manifestations. In this article we explore how to know if the spirit of a family member is with you, what types of signs may appear, and why you shouldn’t ignore them.
Table of Contents
- Spiritual Signs That a Deceased Loved One Is Nearby
- How to Interpret Messages From the Spiritual World?
- What to Do When You Feel the Presence of a Deceased Loved One?
- When Does a Departed Soul Want to Give You a Message?
- Is It Possible to Contact a Deceased Loved One?
- Intuition as a Channel to Receive Messages From the Beyond
Spiritual Signs That a Deceased Loved One Is Nearby
Although we can no longer see or hear them as before, the emotional links with our deceased loved ones remain active at an energetic and spiritual level. It is common that their presence is manifested through signs that, if we learn to recognize them, can bring comfort and confirm that they are still close, accompanying our processes and taking care of us from another dimension.
These signs are not always obvious. That is why it is important to pay attention to the small details of everyday life, especially if you are going through an emotionally significant stage or feel that someone who has passed away needs to give you a message. Here are some of the most frequent manifestations so you can understand how to tell if a deceased loved one is with you.
- Vivid dreams and dream messages: One of the most frequent ways deceased loved ones communicate is through the dream world. These dreams are not only intensely real, but also emotionally meaningful: you can see their faces clearly, feel their energy, and remember precisely what they conveyed to you. It is not a simple evocation of memory, but a spiritual encounter that often has a clear purpose: to comfort you, to guide you, or to convey a message you need to hear.
- Interference or electrical phenomena: Spirits have the ability to interact with energy fields, so their presence is often manifested by lights that flicker, appliances that turn on by themselves, or radios that play songs with personal meaning. If something like this happens just when you think of that person, it’s probably not a coincidence.
- Aromas that evoke specific memories: Sometimes, for no apparent reason, you may perceive a smell that immediately transports you to the presence of someone who is no longer physically present. Your mother’s distinctive perfume, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee that your grandfather used to make, or the smell of flowers given to you by a loved one may appear suddenly and without logical explanation. These sensory experiences are one of the most direct and recognizable ways in which spirits make their closeness felt.
- Presence of symbols, animals or repetitive elements: Deceased loved ones often use elements loaded with meaning to send you signals. It can be butterflies, feathers, coins, songs or numbers that are repeated frequently. If these symbols appear insistently in emotional moments or when you think of that person, it is very likely that they are trying to establish a connection from the spiritual plane.
- Subtle but obvious physical sensations: Some people report feeling a gentle caress, a sudden shiver, a light pressure on the shoulder, or the distinct sensation that someone is beside them, even though no one is present. These manifestations usually occur when someone deceased needs to give you a message or simply wants to make you feel their company.
How to Interpret Messages From the Spiritual World?
Signs from the spiritual world do not always manifest themselves in a direct or obvious way. It is not a matter of looking for a literal message, but of observing how these symbols present themselves and what connection they have with your emotional and spiritual life. Each person has a different sensitivity, so it is important to develop a more conscious perception of what you feel when these signs appear.
A good way to interpret these messages is to pay attention to what is going on inside you at the moment you perceive the sign. Does it generate peace, excitement, nostalgia or clarity? The emotional charge that accompanies a signal can be as relevant as the event itself. It’s not just about what you see or hear, but what that experience awakens internally, and how it relates to your personal process.
It is also important to note repetition. When a signal occurs more than once, in different contexts, it is probably not a coincidence. Sometimes messages are not immediately understood, but reveal themselves over time. Keeping an open attitude, without forcing interpretations, allows you to connect more authentically with what the spiritual world is trying to show you.
What to Do When You Feel the Presence of a Deceased Loved One?
Feeling the presence of a deceased loved one is a real and meaningful experience that can generate different emotions, from peace and comfort to bewilderment or uncertainty. Far from being something that should frighten you, it is a manifestation of the bond that continues to exist beyond the physical plane. Acknowledging that closeness with openness and calmness allows the experience to integrate naturally into your life, without fear or confusion.
You can speak out loud or in your mind, express what you feel, thank them for their closeness or simply send thoughts of love. You don’t need to do complex rituals: a sincere gesture of emotional connection already creates a bridge between your energy and theirs. This inner communication is as valid as any other form of spiritual contact.
It is also helpful to keep a record of these moments. Writing down what you felt, when it happened, if there were any physical or emotional signs, can help you identify patterns and better understand the purpose of the presence. Over time, these experiences can become a valuable guide for your personal and spiritual process.
When Does a Departed Soul Want to Give You a Message?
There are specific times when deceased loved ones try to communicate more clearly. This often occurs when you are going through a major change, facing a major decision or in need of emotional support. In such cases, the signals may intensify and become more obvious, as if something is insisting on getting your attention.
It can also happen that the message arrives shortly after the death, when the emotional bond is still very active. In that period, it is common to receive unexpected dreams, symbols or emotions that bring a sense of direct connection. The message is not always verbal or specific; sometimes it is simply the certainty that they are well, that they are still present or that they are accompanying you on your journey.
It is important not to force the message to be received. Although many people wonder how to know if a deceased person wants to tell you something, the answer does not always come immediately. Maintaining a receptive attitude, but without anxiety, is the best way to facilitate communication. If the message needs to get through, it will do so at the right time and in the clearest way for you.
Is It Possible to Contact a Deceased Loved One?
There are different ways to contact a deceased loved one. Some people manage to establish this type of connection spontaneously, through dreams, signs or sensations that arise at specific moments. In other cases, they resort to more structured practices such as deep meditation, intuitive writing or symbolic rituals that favor the energetic link with the spiritual plane.
One of the best known ways to contact deceased persons is mediumship. Mediums are people with the ability to perceive subtle energies and act as a channel of communication between this plane and the spiritual world. Through specific sessions, they can transmit messages, emotions or images from loved ones who are no longer physically present, providing guidance or comfort to those who consult them.
There are also other tools such as the use of oracle cards, working with pendulums or connecting with spiritual guides who act as intermediaries. Although each experience is unique, the key element is always emotional openness and the sincere intention to establish that contact. It is not about forcing communication, but allowing it to occur naturally and respectfully.
In the series Channeling: A Bridge to the Beyond, available on Gaia, various experts and channelers explore how it is possible to connect with unseen dimensions and receive messages from higher consciousness. Through real experiences, quantum theories and spiritual practices, this series offers an in-depth look at methods for contacting the beyond and better understanding the link between worlds.
Intuition as a Channel to Receive Messages From the Beyond
Intuition is one of the most powerful tools for perceiving messages from the spiritual world. It is that inner knowledge that arises without logical reasoning, but with a clear and profound certainty. Many times, when a deceased loved one tries to communicate, intuition is the first to pick up that signal: a sudden idea, a phrase that comes to mind or an unexplained physical sensation.
Learning to trust this subtle perception is fundamental to strengthen the link with the spiritual plane. Intuition does not need concrete proof to be valid, because it manifests as an inner truth that is simply known. Often, the most intuitive people perceive signs even before they materialize physically, proving that communication with the beyond is not always visible, but perceptible.
Cultivating intuition is a process that can be developed with practice and mindfulness. Meditation, inner silence, connecting with nature and recording personal experiences are effective ways to strengthen this channel. The more you learn to listen to your inner voice, the easier it will be to recognize when a message is coming from your own mind and when it is coming from another dimension.
