You may have heard people refer to their ‘Spirit Guides’ or ‘Guides’ and wondered what exactly were they talking about! This is a great question to ask right now because we could all use a little extra assistance and guidance in our lives. Why not call upon your team of Divine helpers to help you live your most joyful life?
What are Spirit Guides?
Every single soul has what I call their ‘Spiritual Support System’, which is comprised of Spirit guides, angels, animal guides/totems, ancestors, passed loved ones, masters, teachers, Mother Earth, the four elements, plants, crystals, etc. Each soul has a guide that is assigned specifically to them and stays with them throughout each of their lifetimes. Other guides come in and out of our lives whenever you need them most. You may only have one guide, or you may have 50! Each person is different.
Spirit guides are sent from Source/God/the Divine to help beings on Earth and other planets to live more fruitful, fulfilling, and joyful lives. Earth is one of the most difficult planets to live on, so we weren’t sent here without any help! There are resources and people available to help you here on Earth, but you also have help from above that work behind the scenes, sending you messages, getting you out of bad situations, and helping steer you onto the right path.
What do Spirit Guides Help With?
Spirit guides are with you to help provide guidance on choices to make and paths to follow to keep you aligned with your True Self and purpose. They are also here to remind you how amazing and perfect you are! Once you connect with your guides, you will feel so much love and joy. They provide comfort and love during times of need. They give you that extra boost of confidence or strength when you need it most. They protect you from negative people/things/spirits or harmful situations. They are your most trusted confidant and ally.
Commonly Asked Questions
You can ask your guides a variety of questions. You may ask for guidance, help with something, or protection. Below are some common questions you can ask your guides:
What is my true purpose?
What are my soul gifts?
Which career path is most aligned with my true purpose?
Is it optimal for me to take this vacation during this time?
Is it optimal for me to take this job right now?
I ask for your protection during this road trip. Keep my vehicle and the people in it safe and out of harm’s way.
Help me to see myself the way Spirit/Source sees me.
Help me to articulate my thoughts clearly during my presentation or interview today.
Balance and align my Chakras.
What do I need to know right now/today?
Give me the strength to get through this difficult event/time.
How Do You Connect with Your Spirit Guides?
It’s pretty simple! Before you connect, it’s always best to put yourself into a calm, meditative state. Find a quiet place to sit or lay down. Take a few deep breaths to relax your mind and body. You can do a meditation beforehand to ensure you are in a clear space to receive information. The more centered and relaxed you are, the more likely you will be able to pick up messages. Once you are relaxed and centered, make the following statement:
I ask to connect right now with my most Sacred and most Divine Spirit Guides. I ask that any information or guidance that comes through serves my greatest and highest good or better.
And then notice how that is for you. Did you feel any physical sensations such as tingling, heat, cold, etc.? Did you feel any emotions? Did you see a visual of light or colors or an actual image of a person or being? Did you hear any words? Did you smell anything?
I’d like to note that it’s important to say that statement exactly because when you are wanting guidance, you want to make sure it is coming from the highest-level guides closest to Source. There is Spirit all around us. However, not all Spirit has your best interest at heart or is going to give you guidance that serves your greatest good. Not all lower-level spirits are bad, but they haven’t evolved into the highest vibrational beings of light, thus you do not want to receive guidance from them.
Asking to Connect with a Guide with Certain Specialties
You can also ask God or the Universe to send you a spirit guide to help you with a specific need. (Again, you would want to ask for the most sacred and most Divine guide of the highest light and vibration.) When I was first starting on my spiritual journey, I asked the Universe to send me a guide who could help me to love myself more. Archangel Jophiel was sent to me, who is an angel of positivity, love, and beauty. (Stay tuned for the next blog on angels!) I worked with her for several months and connected with her through my meditations. She helped me to see the beauty in myself and others. I am eternally grateful for her guidance and support.
One thing you can do is to ask your guide for a sign to let you know they are with you. When I asked for a guide to help me love myself, I asked to see a purple frog as a sign to know Archangel Jophiel heard me and was with me. About 5 days later, I was shopping with my mom and sister, and I turned the corner to see a purple frog! I got goosebumps and knew in my heart that Archangel Jophiel was with me. I was being loved and protected by my guide. When you first connect with a guide, ask them to send you a sign!
How Do You Receive Information from Your Spirit Guides?
Information can be received in many different ways. Some people hear messages, some feel them, some see visions or images. You might start noticing synchronicities, such as looking at the clock at 11:11 or 2:22 every day or seeing the same number over and over or seeing feathers or coins. These are all ways your guides communicate with you. These synchronicities can mean you are on the right path or they can indicate your guides are trying to get your attention. If you look at the clock at 11:11, stop for a minute and take note of what you were just doing or thinking. And then notice what thoughts or emotions come in.
For example, if you look at the clock at 11:11 and then realize you were just thinking you wanted to call your mom, this could be a little nudge from your guides saying do it! She would love to hear from you. Or let’s say you look at the clock at 11:11 when you just thought to yourself, I feel so unattractive today. This could be your guides getting your attention to let you know, hey stop the negative self-chatter! Love yourself. You’re beautiful and amazing just the way you are! Or if you are walking around your neighborhood and see a feather on your path, that could be your guides letting you know you are on the right path and that they are here with you, helping you every step of the way.
Every person is different, and this can take some practice. The key is to just be open to receiving and to start becoming more aware. This is why doing a guided meditation beforehand opening your Crown, Third Eye, and Heart Chakras can help you to receive information more easily and clearly.
When Should You Connect with Your Spirit Guides?
Everyday! Or anytime you feel called to. Guides are always with you, but you must ask for their guidance. We are blessed on Earth with free will and the ability to make our own choices. Therefore, guides cannot interfere with your life unless you ask them. The only time a guide will interfere, is if it’s part of your specific Divine path. For example, if you are faced with danger, your guide might swoop in and save your life even if you didn’t ask because it’s not your time to pass on yet.
Connecting with Spirit = Connecting with Your True Self
You have so much love and support! Even though you can’t physically ‘see’ your Spirit guides (although many people do!), they are definitely there. Take time to connect with your guides. Get to know them and how they interact with you. Practice connecting with them as much as possible. Keep a journal of your experiences each time you connect. Which messages came through and how? Connecting with Spirit and paying attention to the signs will help heighten your intuition, which will in turn help you to connect with your True Self and center. And when you are connected spiritually from within, then you can easily make choices that are healthy and aligned, leading you to a life full of joy, inspiration, love, and fulfillment.
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