Let Me Tell You a Ghost Story...

I’m starting off my Ghost Stories series by sharing a story I often tell my psychic mentorship clients since there are some key lessons present in this experience. It’s so interesting, isn’t it? How every ghostly experience arrives to teach us more about ourselves and the world we live in?

Let’s dive in!

This story begins on a property I was doing a clearing and protection for. While home clearings can be done remotely in a process where I connect into the energy of the space, in this instance I was drawn to the physical property. Whenever I do anything along these lines, I ensure I am grounded, connected and protected as you just never know what you’ll encounter on a property, I had done all of this before arriving yet the moment I stepped foot on the land–I just felt weird.

It didn’t take me long to realize that there was a young girl trapped there on the property. As I learned her story, I soon uncovered that her family’s belief systems were keeping her there. She had lived over two centuries ago as part of a pioneer group coming to this land, and was a very gifted seer. As you can imagine, living in the time period she did, these kinds of gifts were not openly embraced. In fact, they were dreaded and feared and this poor girl was told she was the work of the devil. Ugh. There I was, taking in this girl’s story, learning that her parents tried to ‘wash her gifts’ out of her. They tried to ‘kill the demon in her’ by making her drink poison, leaving her behind, alone on the land, which all ultimately ended in her demise. Her fear and confusion in her ghost form was overwhelming and I didn’t doubt that the people currently inhabiting this property felt her emotions as well. The poor thing was just so confused, thinking the worst of herself, utterly terrified.

And I was confused, due to the fact that I had every protection in place and this girl still found her way through to me and my energy. When I left the property, she had entered my energy. I was so sick. I won’t get into all the details of the physical affect she had on me, but it wasn’t pretty. Stepping out of the shower, trying to regain my composure, I saw her there, staring back at me through the steamy mirrored glass, gazing right at me with her wide, pleading eyes.

That look has stayed with me long after that moment. As unpleasant of an experience as it was to be energetically attached to this girl, I realized that she needed a safe host to help her leave the land she was stuck on. She needed me, someone she could trust to finally give her the help she so longed for. As I helped her cross over to finally find peace and understanding, I knew I had protected every inch of my body–except my feet when I walked onto that property that day. That is how she attached to me.

This now comes up as a lesson for me and my students. There can be no gaps left exposed when you’re doing this kind of work or when you’re in an area where you feel you need to protect yourself energetically.  

While I’m so happy I was able to help this poor sweet girl, freeing her from such sadness and confusion, I am also mindful of my body, doing all I can to never fall ill from energy attachments if it can be avoided.

This story is steeped in tragedy for a girl that was horribly abused, dying before her time, in an era that did not understand her beautiful gifts. But she’s now at peace, the land is free of her pain and I learned a lesson I can pass down to all my sensitives here.

Ghosts can be alluring and exciting but they were once people and deserve the respect, compassion and understanding as you would give anyone else. There is always so much more to their story than we ever first imagine.

Stay tuned for my next instalment in my Ghost Stories series and as always, I’d love to hear your own experiences! Leave them in the comments below.

Happy October,

Annmarie

Welcoming in New Beginnings

A lot of times, we long for a new beginning. We don’t like the current place we’re in, be it mentally, physically, or emotionally. We want to feel better, we want to live somewhere else, we desire a life that just feels more aligned. I get it. It’s all part of your spiritual growth. The more you evolve and grow, the more you outgrow people and places that once felt right. It’s all normal and it’s actually a good sign. But it can be frustrating feeling stuck in that in between stage, of wanting a new beginning but not quite arriving at it yet.

The truth is, there really are so many lessons that can be found in this in between space. There is so much you can learn about yourself and what you truly desire for your life. But I do acknowledge that growth is not always easy – in most cases it’s actually quite uncomfortable – which is why I’m going to help guide you in the process of calling in your new beginning. So it feels attainable and not so out of reach.

The first thing you can do when it comes to creating a new opportunity for yourself or attracting in a new way of living or being, is becoming clear on what isn’t working for you. What doesn’t feel great anymore? What no longer lights you up? What makes you feel downright awful? It can be hard to look at, but understanding what no longer fits you and what exactly needs to be released, can help you move on from what might be keeping you stagnant or stuck.

The next step is spending time becoming crystal clear on what it is you DO want to call in. If you want to feel better, how can you be more specific with that? Do you want to laugh more in your day? Do you want to call in new, supportive friendships? If you desire a new job or creative work, what does that look like? Spend some time journaling and meditating on this so that the Universe can begin co-creating the exact things on your heart.

After this inner work, it’s time to look at your outer world. As I’ve talked about before, physical items hold onto emotions and energy. Meaning, if you want a fresh new wave of energy around you, begin cleaning out areas of your home that no longer serve you. Start with your closets, cupboards or spaces that tend to collect clutter. By clearing this old energy out, you will not only feel lighter, but you’ll be creating space for your new opportunity to flow right in.

And lastly – hold the vision. Practice trust and gratitude for all that you have in this moment, knowing a new beginning is on its way. The more we can surrender and let go of the ‘how’, the more abundance, peace and joy will arrive in your life. The more you can take tiny little aligned action steps towards what you want to call in, the sooner it will arrive.

We are in the season of Spring and new beginnings, growth and possibility are all around us. The more you spend time preparing yourself for what is next, the more fulfilling it will be when it does arrive. Trust me, it will all be worth the wait.

Believe in good things, my friends! They are happening all around us. Sometimes we must pause and take notice to realize how loving and breathtaking this life really is.

But of course, if you do need extra guidance in unpacking the old energy, moving out of stagnant places and uncovering what your new beginning will be, I’m always here to support you with a reading, guiding you in your spiritual growth.

Love, Light & Angelic Blessings,

Annmarie

Let Me Tell You a Ghost Story

It all begins on a dark and stormy night, with a loud bang that could not be explained…

Okay, now that I have your attention… I’m just kidding with the theatrics. Well, sort of. You see, ghost energy has been around me for most of my life. It’s something I’ve learned to adapt to, something I’ve asked the Universe to make manageable so that I’m not constantly startled by an entity staring me down every time I turn a corner. Most of the time it’s mundane and harmless, it’s nothing wild and scary - just a nice lady popping in to help me make lunches for my children on a weekday years ago.

Ghosts themselves do not need to be feared. They are earth-bound spirits on their own journey back home. Sometimes they’re stuck. Sometimes they’re not ready to move on. Often they need a little help to get where they’re going. Today, I’ll be sharing some of my own experiences with you, showing you a glimpse into my world, diving into the most memorable ghost energy that has interacted with me over the years.

So back to the nice lady who decided to help me make my kids’ lunches years ago. I could see her plainly with my eyes as she stood in my kitchen, her hands extended out, ready to help. I was surprised by the gesture, but she simply wanted to be there, assisting as I completed this everyday task. It was interesting, really, more than anything else. And then she was gone and that was that. Another time, I was in my bathroom doing my hair like any other morning. All of a sudden, I see a woman standing behind me. She had her hands on my hair in a loving way, trying to help me with it. It wasn’t a terrifying moment, no. Catching someone otherworldly in a mirror reflection is usually an unsettling feeling for most people, I get that - but this wasn’t. I could tell she was from New York. She didn’t share much else – just her caring energy and a desire for me to have a good hair day…

Ghost energy is not always human spirits. I’ve had many experiences with animals in the field behind my house – horses and dogs especially. So much so that I’d just sit in my backyard and watch them. Why were they there? For a variety of reasons, which I’ll dive into in a future post. But back to the human spirits. A little while ago I had a chef drop in. While this could have been a perfect opportunity to learn a few culinary secrets and delicious recipes from him, all he wanted to do was watch TV with me. He just wanted to be near me. He wanted to share his story, a little bit about himself, as he sat calmly next to me. And then, like most of the others, he was gone, on his way. Many times these energies sit in the car with me on trips around town. I mean, car rides are never boring, that’s for sure!

Another memorable ghost interaction was a man who worked on the train tracks many decades ago. He actually decided to be one of my guides for a while, helping the flow of energy so I wasn’t overwhelmed by all the ghost energy finding its way to me. He would order the ghosts in a line for me, acting as the gatekeeper so I wasn’t bombarded by too many at once, especially in times where I needed peace and quiet. You know, like bedtime. His name was Ted and he’s since crossed over to be with his family who were waiting for him. He just wanted to ensure I was okay first, before he left, and I’m entirely grateful for what he did for me.

There was another time when I was watching a movie with my husband and children, years ago, and our family dog, Jessie, ran from us, over to the kitchen. She ran right to the corner where she usually receives treats. We all looked at her and knew, she saw the ghost and actually expected a treat from them. It was an interesting experience because my children had never witnessed anything like this and we all stared, watching in amazement. The ghost must have told Jessie to go because our sweet dog came running right back to us and stuck right to our sides after that. The ghost didn’t mean her any harm, she was just observing us and Jessie had mistaken her from one of the family.

Since all of these experiences, I have learned, most of all, to create boundaries. I have strict protection around my home so that ghosts can rarely enter anymore. The dark energies are definitely not allowed in. While most entities are usually only around me to drop in and tell their stories, not meaning any harm, I still need to function in my day. I can’t have a group of cowboys gallivanting around my bedroom at three a.m., causing havoc while I’m trying to sleep (yes, this did happen). I’ve asked the Universe to make it all manageable for me and, thankfully, I’m not often disrupted or startled anymore. I’m here to help them, yes, but it’s not helpful to anyone involved if I’m overwhelmed or bombarded.

This is just a glimpse into my life between the layers. But let me know – would you like to hear more on my experiences with earth-bound spirits? Do you have ghost stories of your own? Feel free to share below! And if you’re needing extra guidance navigating the energy around you, or individuals popping in to share thoughts from the other side, book a session with me and I’ll help bring clarity around what is happening.

Sending love, light and angelic blessings,

Annmarie