How do you know if a message from Spirit is real?


Have you ever received what felt like a message from Spirit... and then immediately wondered:

“Was that real?”
“Was I just making that up?”

This kind of doubt is such a common experience.

We receive something subtle, loving, or wise... and then the mind steps in and tries to explain it away.

Even after all these years of doing spiritual work, I still experience these kinds of doubts sometimes.

In today's video, I share exactly how to discern whether a message from Spirit is real, and how to trust your own inner knowing more deeply.

I also share the story of the first time a very unexpected spiritual teacher appeared to me in meditation — and how quickly my mind wanted to question the whole thing.

You can watch the video here:


Sending you bright blessings from Lemuria,
David

The Lemurian Way

A mix of ancient wisdom, practical tips, and helpful insights about healing and spiritual growth—every week in your inbox. For more than 25 years, I’ve been helping spiritual seekers remember who they truly are, consciously connect with their higher selves, and understand why they chose to be here on Earth at this time. I’m a healer, channeler, and co-founder of Lemurian Healing™, a heart-centered healing modality I created with my wife, Mamiko Maridianna. I’ve personally trained more than 1,000 healers in the US, Canada, Japan, China, the UK, Europe, and Australia.

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