How Mediums Receive Messages From Spirit (And How You Can Too!)

Ever wondered how mediums actually communicate with spirit? Do they hear voices in their heads? See full-body apparitions floating around? Or is it all just a really good guess?

Spoiler alert: Mediumship isn’t about crystal balls or ghostly whispers in darkened rooms. It’s about tuning into energy, expanding your awareness, and—most importantly—trusting what you receive.

The best part? You can do it too!

Let’s break down how mediums receive messages from spirit and how you can start developing your own connection.

How Spirit Communicates: The “Clair” Senses

Spirit doesn’t use human language the way we do—they communicate through energy, symbols, and impressions. Mediums interpret these messages using their clair senses (psychic abilities).

Here’s how they work:

1. Clairvoyance (Clear Seeing) 👁️

🔮 Seeing images, symbols, or full-blown spirit people in the mind’s eye.🔮 Flashbacks to memories, objects, or scenes that relate to the sitter.🔮 Receiving signs or visions in meditation or dreams.

💡 How to Develop It:✔ Close your eyes and visualize simple objects—apple, star, door—practice “seeing” them clearly.✔ Notice the random images that pop into your mind—don’t dismiss them!✔ Use guided meditations to strengthen your inner vision.

2. Clairaudience (Clear Hearing) 👂

🔊 Hearing words, names, or phrases in your head.🔊 Picking up messages through song lyrics, whispers, or external sounds.🔊 Hearing a sudden thought that doesn’t feel like your own.

💡 How to Develop It:✔ Pay attention to random names, words, or phrases that pop into your mind.✔ Ask spirit a question and notice the first thought that comes in.✔ Listen for external signs—music, overheard conversations, even radio snippets.

3. Clairsentience (Clear Feeling) 🤍

🌊 Feeling emotions that aren’t yours.🌊 Picking up a spirit’s personality or physical sensations.🌊 Knowing when someone’s energy is off—even before they say a word.

💡 How to Develop It:✔ Check in with your body when meeting someone new—do you feel light or heavy?✔ Hold objects and see if you pick up any impressions or emotions.✔ Ask spirit to let you “feel” their energy and describe what comes through.

4. Claircognizance (Clear Knowing) 💡

⚡ Instant downloads of knowledge.⚡ Receiving a strong “I just know” feeling about something.⚡ Understanding deep spiritual truths without knowing how or why.

💡 How to Develop It:✔ Trust those gut instincts and “out of nowhere” thoughts.✔ Journal about your sudden insights—they often turn out to be accurate.✔ Ask spirit for guidance and write down the first thing that comes to mind.

How Do Mediums Get Messages From Spirit?

1. Through Thought Impressions

Spirit communicates through subtle thoughts, feelings, and images—it’s more like receiving a memory or a daydream than a loud, booming voice.

🧠 You might suddenly think of a specific name, place, or memory.📸 You might see a quick image flash in your mind.💡 You might “just know” something without understanding why.

💡 How to Practice: Ask spirit a question and notice the very first thing that pops into your head.

2. Using Symbols & Personal References

Spirit often communicates using symbols that mean something to the medium.

🔹 A red rose might mean love.🔹 A suitcase might mean travel.🔹 A birthday cake might mean a special anniversary.

💡 How to Practice: Create a spirit symbol dictionary—write down the symbols you receive and what they mean to you.

3. Feeling the Spirit’s Personality & Emotions

Mediums often feel the energy of the spirit they’re communicating with.

😆 Some spirits come through bubbly and chatty.😌 Others feel quiet, reserved, or serious.🩹 Some might share physical sensations relating to their passing.

💡 How to Practice: When thinking of someone in spirit, pay attention to how their energy feels—light, heavy, emotional, joyful?

4. Receiving Messages in Dreams

Dreams are a powerful way spirit communicates, especially for beginners.

😴 Seeing a passed loved one in a vivid dream.😴 Receiving guidance or messages that feel real.😴 Waking up with a strong sense of knowing.

💡 How to Practice:✔ Set an intention before bed: “Spirit, I am open to receiving a message in my dreams.”✔ Keep a dream journal to track any patterns.

How YOU Can Start Receiving Messages from Spirit

Not a professional medium? Doesn’t matter! Everyone has the ability to connect with spirit. Here’s how to start:

Step 1: Get Quiet & Tune In

🧘‍♂️ Find a quiet space, close your eyes, and take a few deep breaths.💭 Ask spirit: “Is there a message for me today?”✍ Write down any thoughts, images, or feelings that come through—even if they don’t make sense yet.

Step 2: Ask for a Clear Sign

Spirit loves giving signs—but you have to ask!

✔ Say out loud: “Spirit, show me a clear, undeniable sign today.”✔ Pay attention to repeating numbers, songs, feathers, or unexpected encounters.✔ If something feels like a sign—it probably is!

Step 3: Use an Object or Photo

Holding something connected to a loved one in spirit can strengthen the connection.

👕 Hold a piece of their clothing, jewellery, or a personal object.📸 Look at a photo and see if you feel a presence or emotion.✍ Write down memories or impressions that come up.

Step 4: Trust What You Get

One of the biggest blocks to spirit communication? Doubt.

❌ “What if I’m making it up?”❌ “What if I get it wrong?”❌ “What if spirit isn’t talking to me?”

💡 The reality: Spirit communicates in subtle ways. The more you trust, the clearer it becomes.

Final Thoughts: You CAN Receive Messages from Spirit!

✔ Spirit communicates through thoughts, feelings, symbols, and signs.✔ You already have the ability to tune in—it’s just about developing it.✔ The more you practice and trust, the stronger your connection will become.

Spirit is always talking. The question is—are you listening?