The Importance of Validation in Mediumship: Why Evidence Matters

Mediumship is a beautiful and profound practice, offering healing, connection, and proof that life continues beyond physical death. But here’s the thing—without validation and strong evidence, mediumship can quickly lose its credibility.

There’s a massive difference between saying “Your grandmother loves you” and providing specific, undeniable details that leave no room for doubt. The best mediumship isn’t just about passing on messages; it’s about proving that Spirit is truly present.

So, let’s dive into why validation in mediumship is essential, what real evidence looks like, and how you can strengthen your ability to deliver it.

What is Validation in Mediumship?

Validation in mediumship is about providing clear, specific evidence that proves a spirit communicator’s identity. It’s not about vague, general statements—it’s about giving details that the sitter can confirm as absolutely true.

Good Validation vs. Weak Evidence

✅ Strong Evidence:

• “Your grandfather was a carpenter who always carried a small wooden horse in his pocket.”

• “Your mum had a habit of clicking her nails when she was thinking, and she’s doing it now to let you know she’s here.”

❌ Weak Statements:

• “Your grandmother loved you.” (Most do.)

• “I feel a fatherly figure.” (That could be a dad, grandad, uncle… who knows?)

Strong validation means giving details that only the spirit and the sitter would know—names, specific memories, habits, or inside jokes. This is what makes mediumship truly powerful.

Why Validation Matters in Mediumship

1. It Proves Spirit Communication is Real

Let’s be honest—anyone can make generic, comforting statements. But real validation leaves no doubt that a loved one in Spirit is truly present.

When a sitter hears specific evidence that no one else could know, it shifts their belief from “Maybe this is real” to “There’s no way they could have known that—this is real!”

2. It Provides Healing and Comfort

Grief is heavy. Knowing that our loved ones continue after death brings immense healing—but only if the evidence is strong enough to remove doubt.

Imagine a grieving daughter hearing, “Your dad is here, and he’s showing me the red toolbox with his initials on it—the one you keep under your bed.” That kind of evidence is deeply comforting and personal.

The stronger the validation, the more powerful the healing.

3. It Strengthens the Credibility of Mediumship

Mediumship has had its fair share of sceptics (and let’s be fair, some dodgy practitioners haven’t helped). The best way to maintain the integrity of this work is to make sure it’s built on solid, verifiable evidence.

If mediums continue to focus on real, undeniable validation, mediumship will always stand strong as a genuine spiritual practice.

How to Strengthen Your Evidence in Mediumship

If you’re developing as a medium, validation should be your top priority. Here’s how to improve your evidential mediumship:

1. Ask Spirit for Specific Details

Don’t just settle for general feelings—ask Spirit for solid proof.

🔹 Names, initials, or nicknames🔹 Unique personality traits🔹 Specific dates or significant events🔹 Distinctive physical features🔹 Unusual hobbies, habits, or quirks

If Spirit offers something vague, push for more. Instead of accepting “I see a dog,” ask, “What breed? What name? What memory is connected to this dog?”

2. Deliver Evidence Before Interpretation

One of the biggest mistakes developing mediums make is interpreting evidence too soon.

For example, if you see a gold watch, don’t immediately say, “Your grandfather is showing me a gold watch, which means he valued time.” Instead, say:

✔️ “Your grandfather is showing me a gold watch—does that make sense to you?”

Let the sitter confirm its significance before you assume what it means.

3. Let the Sitter Validate the Information

Avoid fishing for answers or leading questions. Instead of:

❌ “Did your grandfather have a mustache?”

Try:

✔️ “I’m seeing an older man with a thick mustache—does that sound like your grandfather?”

By letting the sitter validate the evidence, you allow Spirit to do the work, making the reading more impactful.

4. Trust What You Get (Even When It Seems Odd)

Some of the best pieces of evidence come from things that seem completely random.

If you get an image of a bright pink flamingo and you think, “That’s ridiculous, I’m not saying that,” say it anyway. You’d be amazed how often those seemingly bizarre pieces of evidence turn out to be the most meaningful.

5. Practice, Practice, Practice

The more you work on strengthening your validation skills, the stronger your mediumship will become. Join development circles, practice with real sitters, and keep refining your ability to bring through clear, undeniable proof.

Final Thoughts: Validation is Everything

Mediumship isn’t about giving comforting platitudes—it’s about proving, beyond doubt, that Spirit is real, present, and still connected to us.

When you focus on strong, clear validation, you:

✔️ Offer true healing and connection ✔️ Strengthen the credibility of mediumship ✔️ Develop greater trust in your own abilities ✔️ Deliver readings that leave sitters with no doubt that their loved ones are with them

So, next time you connect with Spirit, push for evidence that is so strong it cannot be denied. That’s where the magic happens.