Your grandmother wants to say something to you, she says, as Im taken off guard.
But thats only because I wasnt familiar with the spirit world.
First things first: What are spirits?
There are such things as ghosts, says Gabriel.
Spirits cant hurt you or harm you, she says.
you might get weird vibes and weird feelings from them, but theyre harmless.
spiritual medium and creator of theSpirit Guide Intensive Workshop
In fact, your lost loved ones may be carrying specific messages for you, adds Gabriel.
And theres not just one way to connect with them, she says.
you might think of accessing them as similar to turning on and tuning into an old radio.
Thats basically why were here, she says.
Because theyve lived so many lives, [spirit guides] understand the human experience.
Just to clarify, spirit guidesarentangels or loved ones who have passed.
Sometimes people think, Oh, my grandma crossed overis she my spirit guide now?
And the answer is no, says Gabriel.
These passed loved ones are incredible parts of your support team in spirit.
spiritual medium and creator of theSpirit Guide Intensive Workshop
But angels are angels, and guides are guides.
Gabriel says we all have at least one (sometimes two or three) spirit guides with us.
Each spirit guide in your support team may have a different purpose.
For example, you could call upon one to protect you and another to help you achieve a goal.
Instead, spirit guides connect with you in your intuition.
So how do you do that, exactly?
Start by finding the tools that help you quiet your mind.
Thats where youll find your spirit guides.
Also, keep this importantspiritual lessonin mind: Spirituality isnt something that should be on your to-do list.
Erika Gabriel, spiritual medium
For some people, thats journaling.
For others, itsbreathwork,meditation,stretching, orwalking in nature.
Gabriel even recommends dancing around and getting lost in your favorite music if that feels good to you.
That doesnt mean you have to be a pro at meditating to connect with your spirit guides, either.
She calls these winks from the spirit world that let you know youre on the right path.
Were inundated with technology and chaos and consumerism and sales.
Were like a computer on the fritz, she says.
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You know when you havent talked to a friend in a really long time?
You start to disconnect, says Gabriel.
It just takes focus and time.
Medium tips and techniques for contacting spirits
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What you dont want to do is force it.
Avoid using tools
Another very important medium tip for contacting spirits?
I dont go, Grandma, are you here?
Because when you start trying to call stuff in, youre going to get a weird party.
Instead, focus your energy on working with your spirit guides and see what comes from there.
before you roll talking to spirits, Gabriel recommends taking a minute to ground your energy.
Its important to listen to your intuition when connecting with the beyond.
It can absolutely happen, says Gabriel, of connecting with the afterlife in your dreams.
Let it be loose, and then write up what theyre sayingtheyll start talking really fast.
Im still learning new things and practicing myself after reading for more than a decade.
Frequently Asked Questions About Contacting Spirits
How do spirits contact you?
There are many ways spiritual communication can occur.
(Want to dig deeper into your intuition?
How many spirit guides does a person have?
According to Gabriel, each person has at least oneand, in some cases, two or threespirit guides.
Theyre an important part of your support team and are here to guide you through life.
If youre feeling disconnected and arent surehow to find your spirit guide, dont worry.
Gabriel says theyll always be there waiting for you when youre ready to build that relationship.
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