Past Lives: 7 Signs That You’re Remembering
One of the most incredible concepts I've come to understand about our experience as spiritual beings is that we exist in an intricate and beautiful system of reincarnation - each lifetime uniquely lending itself to the development of our souls. I'll admit, this principle directly challenged some of the ideas I'd been taught growing up. My team of guides had to really work with me to accept this one. However, as I've continued to develop myself through meditation and channeling, I've learned that our past lives are as integral a part of our makeup as our physical DNA. In my experience, past lives can present for a variety of reasons. Sometimes they help us understand parts of ourselves that need healing. They may also present to remind us of our strengths, our wisdom, and our divine connection to one-another. While an intuitive reader may appear to pull an energetic “book” from the shelf of the Akashic Records (the ethereal place where all records of all lifetimes are recorded), it's important to understand that we are not separate from this body of knowledge. It is, quite literally, encoded in our being. It is very common to resurface a past life, and you've probably done it many times. Here are a few signs that you are, indeed, remembering another lifetime:
Strong character/plot associations - Have you ever found yourself moved, sometimes beyond reason, by a particular character or plot? This could indicate you are remembering your own similar experience. Obviously, the ability to move an audience is also a sign of really effective writing, but if you find yourself in this situation, it can be useful to check in. Ask your higher self what you need to know about this feeling, and see what comes up.
Strong fears - Sometimes difficult life experiences can leave us with fears that seem to have no basis in our current lifetime. Examples might include fear of flying, fear of open water, fear of childbirth, etc. When this happens, it's ideal to address the root cause so that the fear can be released on a soul level. This can be done in a variety of ways, including personal meditation, therapy, and/or energy healing.
Repeating dreams - While dreams are often used as a meeting place for spirit and for receiving messages from our guides, they can also show us past experiences that may be relevant to our current situation. As an example, I used to have a recurring dream of a tornado destroying my home as a child. I also happened to have a very intense fear of storms. Through my own healing work, I eventually understood that these dreams were actually a soul memory that needed to be healed.
Familiar faces and places - Have you ever traveled somewhere and immediately felt a connection, even if you've never visited? It's probably not the first time you've set foot in this place. The same can be true of meeting new people. Recognizing someone on a soul level is a wonderful feeling. Lean in the next time you recognize someone from somewhere.
Mental movies - Sometimes past lives flash before us in the most obvious way possible. For highly clairvoyant individuals (or those with developed psychic sight), they may play out like a scene from a movie. I've experienced this in healing sessions when seeking to understand the source of a client's pain. If you're unfamiliar with this sensation, it can somewhat resemble a daydream. It is not, however, the same as an intrusive thought. There is a gentle objectivity when it comes to spiritual communication. Thus, flashes charged with fear are more likely associated with our ego than a past life.
Fascination with a culture or time period - No, not every man who thinks about the Roman Empire was a part of it, but many were! If you find yourself with a deep passion for thinking, reading, or learning about distinct cultures or time periods, you may have been a part of its history. In fact, as my guides just kindly pointed out, a lot of historical "fiction" is not as fictitious as we think. Rather, there are innumerable examples of art, stories, etc. that are actually memories from previous lifetimes.
Special Skills - On a similar note, sometimes past lives present, not as a vision or feeling, but as a particular skillset or talent. We've all seen the videos of young children demonstrating unbelievable skills that seem to come from nowhere. These wonderful kids are reminding us that our wisdom extends well beyond the age of our physical bodies. But, even if you aren't a piano prodigy, there's still hope for you. The wisdom of your soul can also reveal itself in subtle ways. Maybe you are the go-to confidant when your friends are upset. Maybe you are an effective public speaker. An easy exercise to identify this is to explore the activities that bring you the most joy. Where do you feel most at ease, most prepared, most authentically yourself?
If none of these sound particularly familiar to you yet, I encourage you to take the opportunity to ask your guides to bring a past life to your awareness. As always, be patient and openminded. But, most importantly, enjoy getting to know yourself a little better!
About the Author:
Sam is a certified Reiki practitioner and intuitive life coach with a passion for helping people reclaim their power and optimize wellness. As a spiritual channel, veteran, business professional, and mom, she seeks to destigmatize psychic abilities and remind others of their true essence as spiritual beings.