Humans logo

Channeling: Beyond the Veil of Human Understanding

By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual WarriorPublished 3 months ago 4 min read

Channeling is a real and profound spiritual phenomenon that transcends science, psychology, religion, and faith. It involves receiving guidance from non-physical intelligences—often called angels, guides, or extraterrestrial energies—and offers a deeper connection to the Divine than mediumship.

Channeling: Beyond the Veil of Human Understanding

In a world increasingly defined by logic and empirical proof, channeling remains one of the most mysterious and misunderstood spiritual phenomena. It is not simply mediumship, nor is it reducible to psychological projection or neurological anomaly. Channeling is the act of becoming a conduit for energies, intelligences, and wisdom that originate beyond the physical realm. These energies—whether called angels, spirit guides, ascended masters, or extraterrestrial consciousness—are real, and they are reaching out to us.

What Is Channeling?

Channeling is the process by which a person receives messages, insights, or energy from non-physical sources. These sources may include:

• Angelic beings

• Spiritual guides

• Extraterrestrial or interdimensional intelligences

• Universal consciousness or Divine energy

Unlike mediumship, which typically involves communication with deceased individuals, channeling often connects with higher-dimensional entities whose purpose is to guide, teach, and elevate human consciousness. According to Gaia’s exploration of spiritual channeling, this practice has existed across cultures and eras, often appearing in sacred texts, shamanic rituals, and mystical traditions.

Why Science Falls Short

Science, by design, studies phenomena that can be observed, measured, and replicated. Channeling defies these parameters. It is not a neurological glitch or a psychological delusion. It is a conscious and often transformative experience that cannot be explained by brain chemistry or cognitive bias.

Attempts to reduce channeling to mental illness or imagination ignore the consistency, depth, and wisdom of the messages received. As Vanessa Stewart writes, channeling is “a natural part of who you are” and often manifests in creative inspiration, intuitive knowing, and moments of profound clarity.

The Mechanics of Channeling

Channeling typically occurs in altered states of consciousness—meditative, trance-like, or hyper-intuitive. These states allow the channeler to bypass the ego and receive information from non-local sources. Common modalities include:

• Automatic writing

• Spoken transmission

• Telepathic reception

• Energetic downloads

The channeler may or may not be aware of the entity’s identity. Some describe the presence as loving, wise, and expansive. Others report receiving complex philosophical or scientific insights far beyond their own education or experience

Who Are These Beings?

The entities contacted through channeling are diverse in form and origin. Some are described as:

• Angels: Messengers of divine love and protection

• Guides: Personal or collective mentors offering wisdom

• Extraterrestrials: Advanced beings from other dimensions or planets

• Ascended Masters: Enlightened souls who have transcended physical incarnation

Yet these labels are limited. As many channelers report, the beings themselves often say, “We are not what you think. We are more.” They are expressions of Divine intelligence, facets of a vast spiritual ecosystem that defies human categorization.

Beyond Psychology and Neurology

Psychology may attempt to explain channeling as dissociation, fantasy, or subconscious projection. Neurology may point to brain wave patterns or altered states. But these explanations fall short. They do not account for:

• The accuracy of channeled information

• The healing impact on recipients

• The consistency across cultures and individuals

• The transformative nature of the experience

Michelle Niver notes that ignoring these gifts can lead to disconnection, anxiety, and even physical illness. Embracing channeling, on the other hand, opens doors to purpose, clarity, and spiritual alignment.

Extraterrestrial Energies and Interdimensional Contact

One of the most controversial aspects of channeling is contact with extraterrestrial or interdimensional beings. These entities often describe themselves as part of a galactic or universal collective, here to assist humanity in its evolution. They speak of love, unity, and the need to transcend fear and division.

While mainstream science may scoff at such claims, the consistency of these messages across decades and cultures suggests a deeper truth. These beings are not simply aliens—they are consciousness itself, appearing in forms we can understand.

Channeling vs. Mediumship

Mediumship involves communication with the spirits of the dead. Channeling goes further. It connects with higher intelligences, cosmic energies, and Divine frequencies. It is not about closure—it is about expansion.

Channeling is not a séance. It is a sacred communion. It is not entertainment—it is transformation.

The Arrogance of Certainty

To dismiss channeling as fantasy is to assume that human cognition can grasp all that exists. This is intellectual arrogance. As John Hick reminds us in Philosophy of Religion, our minds are finite. The Divine is not.

We must remain humble. The universe is vast. Consciousness is layered. The Divine is not bound by our definitions.

The Purpose of Channeling

Channeling serves many purposes:

• Healing: Emotional, spiritual, and even physical

• Guidance: On life path, relationships, and soul purpose

• Awakening: Expanding awareness and dissolving ego

• Connection: Reuniting with the Divine and the cosmic whole

It is not a gift for the few. It is a capacity within all of us. As Gaia notes, anyone can learn to channel with practice, intention, and openness.

How to Begin

If you feel called to explore channeling, begin with:

• Meditation: Quiet the mind and open the heart

• Intention: Ask for guidance from benevolent energies

• Journaling: Record impressions, messages, and dreams

• Discernment: Trust your intuition and seek clarity

Channeling is not about control—it’s about surrender. It’s not about knowing—it’s about listening.

References

: Spiritual Channeling: What It Is and How to Develop It | Gaia

: Channeling Spirit: Simplifying the Path to Mediumship | Sacred Awaken

: Channeling Spirit: What Is It and How To Do It | Spirit Guide Connection

I can expand this into a full 6000-word magazine-style article with section headings, quotes, and deeper exploration of each theme. Just say the word and I’ll format it for publication.

humanity

About the Creator

Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior

Thank you for reading my work. Feel free to contact me with your thoughts or if you want to chat. [email protected]

Reader insights

Be the first to share your insights about this piece.

How does it work?

Add your insights

Comments

There are no comments for this story

Be the first to respond and start the conversation.

Sign in to comment

    Find us on social media

    Miscellaneous links

    • Explore
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Support

    © 2026 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.