Spirit guides are archetypes or energetic beings depending on your point of view. They are a perceived source of external support and advice. Many people seek them out for reassurance during hard or confusing times.

True guides offer support, but they don’t judge or try to control you. They are a state of being, an access point to divine assistance and information. However you interpret their messages, they’re neutral and encouraging.

1 – Awareness

Practice mindfulness to notice more signs from your spirit guides and meditate without distractions. The constant noise of the world and your mind drowns out the subtle signals from your guides.

If you struggle to focus during meditation, give your mind some time to unwind first. Focus on your breathing and just staying present. The main goal is to be an unbiased witness of being alive right now.

Synchronicities

Frequently seeing angel numbers, repeating digits like 777, is a common form of synchronicity. They interrupt your story to bring you an urgent news message. People often use numerology to interpret the patterns.

The numbers may point to the state you’re currently aligned with, but they can mean different things to each individual. Your intuition is your best guide in interpreting any type of spiritual or unconscious communication.

Dreams and Omens

Record your dreams to analyze unconscious messages from your spirit guides. Your sleep is filled with symbolism and sometimes even direct communication. Writing dreams down helps you recall them easier.

The more you notice omens and attach meaning to them, the more you’ll see them. In neuroscience, your brain focuses on anything that seems and ignores anything that doesn’t match your values, habits, and beliefs.

2 – Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the state of observing without judgment. This is definitely easier said than done. It’s hard to let go of current beliefs and opinions. It requires sacrificing who we thought we were in that story or worldview.

Mindful living encourages both self-compassion and acceptance of others in allowing things to be as they are without trying to change them. It makes you more mentally and emotionally flexible to receive new states. 

Daily Meditation

Anything you do can be a meditative practice, from walking the dog to painting a house. You don’t have to sit still in a silent room if that’s not your thing. Combine meditation with activities you enjoy or do often.

Yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and progressive muscle relaxation are just a few ways to focus and move if you’d rather not sit. Breathwork clears and relaxes your nervous system to improve mental clarity and focus.

Discerning Messages

If your messages seem scary or cause you to worry, that’s probably your unconscious mind. Your guides may warn you of certain people or courses of action, but they won’t try to generate fear and lower your vibe.

Divine messages are empowering. They don’t diminish or subvert your sovereignty. They encourage you to move forward with poise and purpose, safe in the knowledge that you’re protected and supported.

3 – Direct Encounters

A rare few individuals can see and/or hear their spirit guides. This doesn’t mean they’re struggling mentally or hallucinating. Our brains fool us visually, and we all interpret reality differently. 

If someone is grounded, practicing self-care, and fulfilled in life, there’s nothing wrong with them. This is a personal experience we’re having together, and everyone’s support system is valid.

Visual Guides

Reports of seeing flashes of light, brief images, or apparitions are tricks of the mind that may be interpretations of the unseen. Visions can occur during waking, sleeping, heightened states, or out of nowhere.

Neurologically, they may stem from the brain’s tendency to tell stories and recognize patterns. Spiritually, your mind and body may be deciphering energetic experiences from higher dimensional states or beings.

Audio Messages

Thoughts are the interpretation of signals from your body and brain based on previous experience. Sounds, in your brain, are interpreted vibrations through memories, symbolic associations, and pattern recognition.

If you start experiencing prolonged or unusual sounds, consult a doctor to confirm there are no ear problems. Whether you subscribe to science, spirituality, or both, always practice self-care.

Conclusion

Whether you can hear or see spirit guides or only see synchronicities, they can reassure you that you’re not alone on your journey. Mindfulness and discernment help you recognize true messages from mental chatter, and strengthen your connection to inner guidance and divine support.

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