Have you ever felt a strange presence when you’re alone?
Or dreamed of someone who’s passed away, only to wake up feeling like they were truly there?
For many, these experiences are fleeting.
But for psychic mediums, they’re part of everyday life.
Mediums communicate with spirits by tuning into energies beyond the physical realm. Like spiritual radio receivers, they pick up messages, images, and feelings from those who have crossed over. But how exactly do these mysterious conversations happen? How does one talk to someone who no longer has a physical body?
Let’s step into this mystical realm and discover how mediums communicate with spirits, bridging the worlds of the living and the departed.
1. Mediumship Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
Before we dive into how mediums communicate with spirits, let’s clear one common myth: there’s no single, fixed way that all mediums work. Mediumship is not like dialing a phone number or reading from a script. It’s a deeply intuitive and personal process, unique to every medium.
Think about how people in everyday life absorb information. Some are visual learners, some grasp things better through sound, and others connect more deeply through touch or emotion. The same principle applies to spirit communication. Every medium is “wired” a little differently, and their intuitive strengths determine how they receive messages from the spirit world.
These strengths are often referred to as the “Clairs”—a group of intuitive abilities that act as the medium’s senses beyond the five physical ones. They include:
- Clairvoyance (clear seeing)
- Clairaudience (clear hearing)
- Clairsentience (clear feeling)
- Claircognizance (clear knowing)
- And others like Clairalience (smelling) or Clairgustance (tasting)
Each medium will naturally lean toward one or more of these Clairs. For example:
- One medium may “see” a spirit, showing them images like a movie.
- Another might “hear” a name whispered in their inner ear.
- Someone else may simply “feel” the emotions or physical sensations of the spirit.
This is why no two readings are ever the same. One medium might give highly visual descriptions, while another provides deep emotional insights or specific names and phrases. It all depends on their psychic tuning.
So when you’re receiving a reading, remember: the style of communication depends on the medium’s strongest Clair. It doesn’t make one method better than another—it’s just like having different languages for the same message.
And as you’ll see throughout this blog, these Clairs are the foundation for every interaction mediums have with the spirit world.
2. The Clair Senses: How Mediums “Hear” Spirits
Clairvoyance – “Clear Seeing”
This is one of the most common abilities. The medium receives visual images in their mind’s eye, like snapshots, scenes, or even full visions.
They may see:
- A loved one’s face
- A symbolic image (like a rose or a cross)
- A location from the spirit’s life
These images aren’t always literal. Often, they’re symbolic. For example, seeing a butterfly might represent transformation or a recent passing.
Clairaudience – “Clear Hearing”
Here, the medium hears the spirit. But not usually like an outside voice—it’s more like a thought or whisper that appears in the mind.
Spirits might say:
- Names
- Dates
- Special phrases they used in life
Sometimes, the messages are just one or two words, but deeply personal, like a pet name or inside joke the sitter (person receiving the reading) instantly recognizes.
Clairsentience – “Clear Feeling”
Mediums feel what the spirit wants to express—emotionally or physically.
They might sense:
- A sharp chest pain (indicating a heart-related passing)
- Overwhelming sadness (if the spirit died in grief)
- Warmth and joy (from a peaceful transition)
This ability allows the medium to emotionally connect with the spirit, often offering deep comfort to the client.
Claircognizance – “Clear Knowing”
Some mediums just know things instantly and without explanation. It’s like a download of information, where facts, personalities, or events come into their mind.
For example, the medium may suddenly “know”:
- The spirit was a doctor
- They died in an accident
- They want to apologize to someone
This inner knowing is subtle but powerful.
3. The Role of Spirit Energy and Vibration
One of the biggest misconceptions about mediumship is that mediums “talk” to spirits the way we speak to each other—with full sentences, audible voices, or face-to-face conversations. But that’s not how it works.
Spirits don’t have a physical body. They exist in a much higher, lighter energy form—a vibration far more refined than our everyday human experience. You can think of them as being on a completely different frequency. For a medium to communicate with them, they must first tune in to that higher level. This is where the idea of vibration comes in.
Think of it like a Radio
Imagine you’re trying to tune an old-fashioned radio to catch your favorite station. If you’re just a little off, you get static or a mix of signals. But when you land on the right frequency, suddenly, the music or voice comes in clearly. Mediumship works the same way.
Spirits are always “broadcasting,” but mediums must raise their energetic frequency to meet them halfway. They can’t force the spirit to come down into the heavy vibration of the physical world—instead, the medium must “rise” energetically.
How Do Mediums Raise Their Vibration?
To get to this elevated state, mediums use techniques that quiet the mind and open the spirit. Some of the most common ways include:
- Meditation – Slows down mental chatter and creates space for subtle impressions.
- Breathwork – Deep, intentional breathing calms the nervous system and sharpens awareness.
- Silence – Turning down the noise of daily life allows the medium to become more sensitive to spirit presence.
- Prayer or intention setting – Helps the medium align with higher guidance and clear any personal energy blocks.
When the medium reaches this altered state of consciousness, they’re not asleep, but they’re not in regular waking awareness either. They enter an in-between space, where intuition, feeling, and energy become louder than logic or thought. That’s when the medium begins to sense or receive messages from the spirit.
This shift in energy doesn’t always happen instantly—it’s like a gradual blending, where the spirit and medium meet in a shared frequency. Some describe it as feeling the spirit “step into” their energy, while others feel a wave of emotion or images rushing in. But it always begins with the raising of vibration.
Why This Matters for You
As a receiver of a reading, knowing this process can help you understand why mediums sometimes pause or close their eyes during a session. They’re tuning in—matching that spiritual frequency. And when the connection is strong, the messages come through clearly, with details that often surprise and deeply move the person receiving them.
So next time you think of mediumship, remember: it’s not a voice from the sky or a ghost whispering in your ear—it’s a beautiful, energetic dance between two realms, made possible by vibration, trust, and a quiet mind.
4. It’s Not Always Words—Symbols & Feelings Matter
Spirits don’t always speak in sentences. Many communicate through:
- Symbols: A gold ring may symbolize marriage; a candle might indicate remembrance.
- Memories: The medium may be shown a memory from their own life that mirrors the spirit’s story.
- Sensations: Like warmth, coldness, or tingling that signals a spirit’s presence.
A trained medium knows how to interpret these non-verbal cues—and how to deliver their meaning with accuracy.
5. Group vs. Private Readings – The Energy Shift
The way mediums communicate with spirits can shift depending on the setting.
In Private Sessions:
The connection is usually deeper and more personal. Spirits of family members, partners, or close friends often come forward. There’s more time to explore details and messages.
In Group Events:
The energy is lighter and quicker. Spirits may pop in briefly to share a short message or validation. It’s less about deep healing and more about comfort and confirmation.
Because mediums communicate with spirits in various emotional and energetic environments, they must learn to adapt their channel based on the group energy present.
6. What Spirits Usually Want to Say
Contrary to what movies show, most spirits don’t bring scary or dramatic messages. They usually come with:
- Reassurance: “I’m okay. I made it safely.”
- Love: “I’m proud of you. I see you.”
- Apologies or Forgiveness: Healing Unresolved Emotions.
- Guidance: Nudging the person to make peace, move forward, or make a life decision.
A good medium doesn’t control the message—they simply pass it along, as the spirit wants it delivered.
7. Mediums Don’t “Summon” – Spirit Chooses to Come
A big misunderstanding is that mediums can “call” specific spirits like a phone call. In reality, the spirit decides who comes through.
Often, the soul who has the strongest message—or the deepest bond—will be the one to step forward.
So if someone expects their father, but an old school friend shows up instead, it’s because that friend had something urgent to say.
Mediums must surrender to this divine order.
8. The Emotional Responsibility of Mediums
Mediums communicate with spirits in ways that go far beyond mystical messages—it’s an emotionally intense experience. A medium is often absorbing:
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A grieving mother’s pain
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A spirit’s guilt or longing
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The unspoken words left behind
Because mediums communicate with spirits on such a deep emotional and energetic level, self-care, grounding, and energy protection become essential. A medium must stay spiritually clear and emotionally steady to serve both worlds with compassion and integrity.
9. Can Anyone Learn to Do This?
Yes—and no.
Everyone has an intuitive ability to some extent. With practice, meditation, and spiritual discipline, many can develop their sensitivity.
But not everyone is called to mediumship, which is a sacred responsibility.
It’s not just about “talking to ghosts”—it’s about healing people, honoring spirits, and holding space for deep emotions.
The best mediums are those who do this work with humility, compassion, and spiritual maturity.
10. Final Thoughts: The Soul’s Voice is Never Lost
So, how do mediums communicate with spirits?
Through images.
Through feelings.
Through knowing.
Through silence.
And above all, through love.
Mediums communicate with spirits not as a performance, but as a sacred bridge—one that connects hearts beyond the veil. It reminds us that even after death, connection is possible. Healing is possible.
And love… never dies.
Conclusion: Trust the Bridge Between Worlds
Mediumship is not a trick or performance—it’s a sacred service. It reminds us that the soul lives on, that healing can happen beyond the boundaries of time, and that love is the eternal thread connecting us all.
Whether through symbols, sensations, or silent knowing, mediums communicate with spirits in deeply intuitive and emotional ways. And while the process may vary from medium to medium, the intention remains the same: to bring comfort, truth, and connection to those seeking answers from the other side.
If you’re curious to explore your own connection with the spirit world or wish to receive guidance from loved ones beyond, working with an experienced and compassionate practitioner makes all the difference.
Psychic Medium Daksh offers deeply healing and spiritually grounded sessions designed to bridge the seen and unseen. With a heart-centered approach, Daksh creates a safe and sacred space for you to reconnect—with spirit, with love, and with yourself.
