Why Scepticism Is Healthy in Mediumship (And How to Work Through Doubt)

Hannah Macintyre
May 8
2 min read

Hello, beautiful souls! Today we’re diving into a topic that doesn’t get enough love in the spiritual world: scepticism. Yes, you heard me right. That nagging little voice that says, “Are you sure that wasn’t just your imagination?” or “Did spirit really say that, or have you had too much coffee?” Yep, that one.

Wait, Scepticism Is a Good Thing?

Absolutely. Scepticism gets a bad rap because we think it means doubt, disbelief, or being closed off. But here’s the thing: scepticism, when used wisely, is like spiritual quality control. It keeps you grounded, honest, and constantly checking in with yourself.

Think of it like seasoning in cooking. A little bit adds flavour. Too much? Well, now your spiritual soup tastes bitter.

Why Scepticism Is Healthy in Mediumship

It Keeps You Grounded: Without scepticism, it’s easy to float off into the clouds of wishful thinking. Scepticism pulls you back down to earth, making sure you’re not mistaking every flickering lightbulb for a spirit trying to say hello.
It Strengthens Your Connection: Questioning your experiences forces you to dig deeper. Is this spirit? Is this me? That constant reflection helps you fine-tune your connection.
It Builds Integrity:

Ethical mediums aren’t afraid to admit, “I’m not sure.” Scepticism keeps your work authentic because you’re not just saying things to fill the silence or impress someone.
It’s Part of Growth: Doubt pushes you to learn more, practice more, and expand your understanding. It’s like spiritual resistance training.

How to Work Through Doubt Without Letting It Take Over

Acknowledge It: Doubt isn’t the enemy. Say, “Oh hey, doubt, I see you there. Thanks for popping in.” Ignoring it just makes it louder.
Separate Healthy Scepticism from Self-Sabotage: Healthy scepticism asks questions. Self-sabotage screams, “You’re a fraud!” Learn to spot the difference.
Collect Evidence: Keep a journal of your readings, validations, and experiences. When doubt creeps in, look back at the times spirit came through clearly.
Practice with Supportive People: Join development circles where you can practice, get feedback, and realise, “Hey, it’s not just me!”
Stay Curious: Instead of thinking, “This can’t be real,” try, “Isn’t it interesting that this happened?” Curiosity softens doubt without dismissing it.

When Scepticism Becomes a Problem

While a sprinkle of scepticism is healthy, too much can:

Paralyse your growth because you’re stuck in “analysis mode.”
Make you overthink every message until you’ve talked yourself out of it.
Block your connection because spirit thrives on openness.

If you find yourself in this space, pause. Breathe. Remind yourself that you don’t have to be perfect to be real.

Final Thoughts

Scepticism isn’t your enemy; it’s your ally. It keeps you grounded, sharp, and authentic. The trick is to balance it with trust—trust in spirit, trust in the process, and (most importantly) trust in yourself.

Because guess what? Spirit doesn’t mind your questions. They just want you to show up, doubt and all.