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Spirit Message or Imagination?

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Judy from La Marque, TX, asks:

Hi Julie,

This past June, my brother-in-law passed away from blood sepsis. My husband was always helping him with errands and doctor’s appointments. He was very needy and would often wink at me when we met.

At his funeral, as I approached the casket and looked at his corpse, I saw him wink at me. I thought, “No way!” He had been gone for three weeks to a month by then.

Julie, did he really wink at me? And if so, why?

Thanks,

Judy

Hi Judy,

Your experience at the funeral sounds both unsettling and intriguing. It’s not uncommon for vivid memories of a loved one’s gestures, like a wink, to manifest during moments of intense emotion, such as at a funeral. This phenomenon is often more of a psychological reflection, where the mind replays a familiar and comforting action the person used to do.

However, from a spiritual perspective, moments like these can be seen as a sign from the spirit world. Many believe that our loved ones find ways to communicate with us after they’ve passed, often using gestures that were characteristic of them in life. In your case, the wink could very well have been your brother-in-law’s spirit reaching out to you, letting you know he is present and at peace.

When I asked your brother-in-law, he told me that’s exactly what happened because he knew you could perceive his spirit and, more importantly, that you would believe his message. He said that by using his body to wink at you, he was sending reassurance and a reminder of the special connection you shared.

It’s important to reflect on how this experience feels to you. If it brought you comfort or a sense of closeness to him, embrace it as a meaningful sign. I encourage you to accept the wink as a positive message from your brother-in-law, offering you a sense of peace and to help you with your grieving process.

Sending big hugs!

Julie

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The Gift of Connection

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This week, I won’t be doing a live show because I’ll be in Columbus, Ohio, attending the funeral of my life-long best friend.

I was with Lisa the weekend before last and stayed at her home as I often did. When I left her around noon on Sunday, she was perfectly fine. She was off to a bridal shower, and I was headed to a different one. I flew back to Birmingham that evening.

Less than 48 hours later, on Tuesday morning, I received a call that she had passed away in her sleep. WHAT?!?!? It didn’t seem possible. Lisa was one of the healthiest people I knew—no medical issues, on no medications. The official cause of death was an apparent heart attack. Needless to say, my heart is shattered.

Lisa and I met when I was 10 years old, and our families have been intertwined for four generations. My grandmother even dated her grandfather in high school! We knew each other’s history like no one else—childhood, elementary/high school/college, careers, families, friends, boyfriends, marriages, divorces, the birth of children, the loss of loved ones, and countless adventures. You name it, we did it together.

This sudden loss has reminded me of one crucial lesson: cherish every moment with those you love. Don’t take anything for granted. If someone wants to spend time with you, talk to you, or make plans, say yes. Take the call. Plan the event.

Even amidst this heartbreak, blessings have surfaced. In the past year, though we lived far apart, Lisa and I saw each other every six to eight weeks. We even had three more events planned before year’s end. I’m grateful I was just with her, and that I had the chance to meet her newest grandbaby, nine-week-old Isla. And most importantly, I can communicate with Lisa’s spirit anytime I want.

That’s the key takeaway here: learn how to communicate with your loved ones in Heaven. Whether you choose one of my courses or someone else’s, just do it. Research shows that this spiritual connection is the most effective way to heal grief.

Please keep Lisa and her family in your prayers. And if you could, please say a prayer for me too.

Sending lots of love,

Julie

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The Healing Power of Spirit Communication

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Laura from Southgate, MI, asked:

Hi Julie,

I was just wondering if you had any messages from my son Lance. He passed away 2 years ago from an accidental overdose at the age of 31. He was in treatment at the time and I’m still grieving so, so much!!

Lance and I were super close and I need to hear from him.

Thank you so very much for all you do!!

Laura

Hi Laura,

I’m so sorry to hear about Lance. I can’t even begin to imagine the depth of your grief.

Dr. Lenore Matthew’s research suggests that communicating with a loved one’s spirit can be one of the most effective ways to heal. There are several ways to do this:

  • Talk to Lance’s spirit directly – speak to him aloud or silently, and trust that the first thought you hear is his response.
  • Connect through a medium like me, who can help facilitate communication.
  • Ask Lance to visit you in your dreams.
  • Try automatic writing – use a pen and paper to write him a letter and allow the words to flow from you to him and him to you.

When I reached out to Lance, he shared, “Mom, I’m always with you. Even in your grief, you’re blossoming like a beautiful flower.” He also thanked you for caring for his dog, adding, “He can see me. Watch his head move, even when no one else is in the room.”

You might also find comfort through Helping Parents Heal, an organization that offers support to grieving parents.

Here’s a link to a free audiobook and digital copy of Angelic Attendants: What Really Happens as We Transition From This Life Into the Next. I hope it brings you peace and understanding.

If you’d like to learn how to communicate with Lance on your own, please consider joining one of my classes. Angelic Attendant Training will be held in Atlanta from November 1-3, 2024, or you can join the Angels and Enlightenment Training online anytime.

Sending you a big hug and wishing you comfort.

 

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Litter Box Dilemma

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Terry from Duluth, MN, asked:

Hi Julie,

I’ve tried literally everything. My male cat Captain won’t poop in ANY cat box. He does pee in it though.

What is his issue?

Thanks,

Terry

Hi Terry,

Cats can be particular creatures, and when something is off, they have their own ways of telling us. From what you’ve shared, it sounds like Captain might be trying to communicate something important.

First, be sure to rule out any medical issues. Sometimes, discomfort during bowel movements can cause a cat to associate the litter box with pain, leading them to avoid it for that purpose. A visit to the vet can help ensure there’s nothing physically wrong.

Assuming Captain is healthy, his behavior could be linked to stress, territorial instincts, or even a preference for a specific type of environment when doing his business. Cats are sensitive to changes, and something as simple as a new scent or the placement of the box can throw them off.

In the meantime, I telepathically asked Captain why he won’t poop in the litter box and he said, “I don’t want to get the little pebbles on my butt!” Not sure if there’s another option besides the kitty litter granules, but it might be worth exploring.

Our pets often teach us patience and the importance of paying attention to the little details in our environment. Trust your intuition as you work through this with Captain.

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Power of a Mother’s Love

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Francis from Quito, Ecuador, asked:

Hi Julie,

My 30-year-old son was diagnosed with schizophrenia 12 years ago. I am a single mother, and it’s been so hard for me to take care of him. We’re both suffering, and I’m very desperate. I don’t know what to do. Please help me, dear. I beg you with all the love in my heart, and the love of a mother for her son.

Gracias,

Francis

Dear Francis,

Bless you for the love and dedication you have for your son. I can only imagine the weight you carry.

First, I urge you to connect with a licensed therapist in Ecuador who can offer professional support. Here are some free and immediate mental health resources available to you:

  • Ministerio de Salud Pública: Call 171, extension 6 for nationwide mental health support. This service is available to everyone in Ecuador.
  • Hands & Hearts for Ecuador Foundation: This organization provides mental health care to those in need, focusing on improving the lives of vulnerable populations.
  • Local Psychological Support in Quito:
    • Unidad Metropolitana de Salud Sur: Call 023121300, extension 602
    • Unidad Metropolitana de Salud Norte: Call 023947333
    • Unidad Metropolitana de Salud Centro: Call 023949077

Additionally, I took a moment to energetically connect with you and your son. In my mind’s eye, I saw what appeared to be scar tissue in his brain, which I then removed. This led me to wonder if your son might have had a concussion at some point, possibly from an accident or sports-related injury. Such trauma can sometimes exacerbate symptoms like those of schizophrenia. I encourage you to explore Dr. Daniel Amen’s recommendations on healing concussions.

You are obviously an extraordinary mother, Francis. I hope this information brings you some hope and comfort.

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Pathway to the Afterlife

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Debbie from Boise, ID, asked:

Hi Julie,

Since my husband passed two years ago, I’ve been communicating with him using a 3-way lamp. He uses different numbers of flashes for yes and no, which has been incredibly comforting.

Recently, I had an unsettling experience with what felt like a negative spirit. It held me down so I couldn’t move until I demanded it leave my home and never return. It left immediately.

I’m concerned that this spirit might have come through the lamp, like a portal. Is my husband somehow connected to this? I don’t have anyone else to discuss this with, and I’ve never experienced anything like it before.

Thank you for any insight you can provide.

Debbie

Hi Debbie,

I’m deeply sorry for your husband’s passing and I’m delighted you’ve found a way to stay connected with his spirit.

Regarding the experience with what you perceived as a “negative” spirit, it’s important to understand that your body likely went into what’s called the Fight, Flight, or Freeze response. This is a natural, involuntary reaction to perceived threats, driven by our body’s hard-wired response to fear.

When we encounter something unfamiliar, whether it’s a rational or irrational fear, our bodies can respond by:

  • Fighting to eliminate the threat,
  • Fleeing to escape the danger,
  • Or freezing, which makes us immobile.

I believe the freeze response is what you experienced.

Since all spirits are pure love, there’s no such thing as an “evil” or “negative” spirit. What you felt was likely a new, unfamiliar energy frequency that triggered your parasympathetic nervous system to go into this protective mode. By commanding the perceived spirit to leave, you regained a sense of control, allowing your body to relax.

As for your husband’s involvement, I believe he was indeed part of this experience. He might have been presenting a higher vibration to you, one that will allow you to communicate with him more easily, even without the lamp. When your body sensed this unfamiliar vibration, it reacted by entering the fight, flight, or freeze mode.

You can learn to raise your vibration and communicate more easily with any spirit, including your husband’s, by taking one of my classes.

I hope my explanation informs and comforts you.

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Guiding Your Soul’s Transition

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Mary Anne from Sunderland, MA, asked:

Hi Julie,

I’m currently reading your Angelic Attendants: What Really Happens As We Transition From This Life Into The Next book, and I’m loving every page. Your dedication to serving others through your experiences is truly inspiring.

I have a question I assume you’ve encountered before: Not all mothers can provide the love and support their children need, often due to their own trauma. The thought of my abusive mother orchestrating my soul’s passing is deeply unsettling and triggers fear in me. She was neither physically nor emotionally safe. Can our souls choose the ancestral entourage that attends our death?

I’ve always felt closer to my father and paternal grandmother, so I’d prefer they guide me through this transition.

I appreciate your wisdom on this subject.

Thank you,

Mary Anne

Hi Mary Anne,

Thank you for your kind words about Angelic Attendants. I’m glad it’s resonating with you.

Your question touches on a deeply personal and sensitive topic, and it’s one I’ve encountered many times. It’s completely understandable to feel uneasy about the idea of your mother, who caused you harm, being part of your soul’s transition process.

In my experience, all spirits embody pure love, free from the personality traits they had in life. When we pass, our earthly personalities—whether they were nurturing or abusive—remain with our physical bodies.

To help put this into perspective, imagine life as a movie where each of us plays a role that contributes to the growth of our souls. Some roles are kind and supportive, while others are challenging and painful. It’s possible that in a past life, you, your mother, and your maternal grandmother played very different roles, perhaps even reversing the dynamic of abuser and victim.

The key takeaway is that when we experience what we don’t want, it helps us clarify and create what we do want in our lives. This could mean that your soul has chosen to shape a life that completely contrasts with the one you knew as a child.

Moreover, I’ve often heard from many spirits that once we return to Heaven, the complexities and hardships of our earthly lives will make perfect sense. You may even find yourself appreciating your mother’s role in your soul’s journey, understanding it as a catalyst for your growth.

Please feel free to share a free digital and audiobook download of Angelic Attendants with anyone who might find comfort and insight from it.

P.S. – When you’re dying, your dad, paternal grandmother, and the spirits of many other deceased loved ones and pets will also be there to welcome you to Heaven!

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Spiritual and Physical Healing

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Suzette from London, England, asked:

Hi Julie,

For the past three years I have suffered excruciating pain in my knees, heels, and now my left thumb.

Arthritic bones are growing on my thumbs and index fingers and are painful when I bend them.

Are these pains related to one of my past lives?

Can you please connect remotely to heal me?

Much appreciated.

Suzette

Hi Suzette,

Thank you for your question.

While past life experiences can influence our current lives, arthritis and most pain are often caused by inflammation, which can originate in the gut or result from environmental toxins. I believe this is what’s happening with you.

Per your request, I connected to you energetically and “saw” (in my mind’s eye), inflammation covering your whole body, appearing as a red fog. I used anti-inflammatory (royal blue) energy to calm it down, which should help relieve your pain.

It also seems you may have mold exposure and yeast overgrowth, contributing to “leaky gut.” Do you have a water leak in your home or workplace? Do you experience gas, bloating, brain fog, or other chronic symptoms?

Through Spirit working with me, I removed the mold and yeast overgrowth and healed your intestinal lining. This process can integrate instantly or over time and will require complementary care, including diet and lifestyle changes.

To learn more, I recommend Dr. Neil Nathan’s material. He is an expert in treating similar issues. Meanwhile, consider working with Dr. Maria Amasanti in London to help heal your gut and arthritis, ultimately alleviating your pain.

Hope you feel better soon!

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Children’s Spiritual Sensitivities

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Eric from Mountain View, CA, asked:

Hello Julie,

First off, I love your work. My mom has talked to you before and was impressed with your insights. She suggested you might be able to provide some understanding for me.

I am divorced and share 50/50 custody of my 4-year-old daughter. Several months ago, my daughter mentioned she couldn’t sleep in her room at her mom’s house because of an “icky lady.” My ex has mentioned this has happened before. My daughter sleeps fine at my place.

I believe in the spiritual realm and often feel a heaviness around my ex and her home. I wonder if my daughter is sensing an evil spirit or if it’s just her imagination. I know young children can be more perceptive to the spiritual world. Any guidance you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

Eric

Hi Eric,

Thanks for reaching out and for your kind words. Your daughter’s experience sounds concerning, and it’s understandable to seek clarity on this matter.

Children are indeed more sensitive to spiritual energies, and their descriptions often reflect a deeper perception of their surroundings. The “icky lady” your daughter mentions is likely a spirit she can see, even if adults can’t.

It’s important to remember that all spirits are pure love and your daughter is completely safe. We all interpret things through our own human frame of reference, and since we’re hard-wired for fear, we can often perceive the unknown fearfully.

The “icky lady” your daughter sees is the spirit of a woman named Eloise who was her great-great-grandmother two lifetimes ago. Eloise loves your daughter and watches over her, especially when she’s at her mom’s house.

You might want to share my Angel Messages® children’s book series with your daughter. They’re beautifully illustrated picture books that can help her understand how and why she’s seeing this and perhaps other spirits.

In the meantime, trust your instincts and ensure your daughter’s comfort and safety. I hope this information brings some peace to you and your family.

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