Spirit School

Surrounded by Creatives: How Emotional Support Became Medicine

This episode of Spirit School is a little different. It is raw, unedited, and straight from my heart. After a summer of filming, I have been reflecting on the surprising ways my nervous system has healed and how being surrounded by a team of supportive, passionate creatives became medicine for my spirit.

I share:
• How clairsentience and nervous system sensitivity show up in mediumship
• The hidden costs of spiritual work on our energy and health
• Why holding space for others can tax us more than we realize
• The radical shift I felt from letting go of control and scaling back my business
• How being with a crew of artists, storytellers, and creatives repaired my nervous system in ways I never expected
• A powerful “before and after” moment that changed how I see love, support, and belonging

Whether you are a medium, healer, or simply someone navigating burnout, my hope is that these reflections give you both comfort and inspiration. Sometimes healing does not come from solitude. It comes from being seen, supported, and surrounded by others who bring out the best in us.

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✨ Mentions in this episode

https://www.daniellesearancke.com/ 
• Spirit School Collective (membership community)
• The Declaration program on ethics and integrity (coming this September)
• Asha Frost workshop at Spirit School for the Equinox
• Sacred Spirit Retreat in June 2026

Returning to the Sacred with Asha Frost: Simplicity, Burnout, and the Call to Ceremony

In this heartfelt and nourishing conversation, Danielle welcomes back Indigenous healer and bestselling author Asha Frost to explore what it means to simplify—not just our lives, but our spiritual paths. Together, they reflect on burnout, ancestral responsibility, reclaiming joy, and how ceremony becomes a lifeline when the world feels heavy.

They also share behind-the-scenes insight into their upcoming Enchanted Equinox Weekend Retreat, happening September 20–22 in Squamish, BC—a powerful gathering to reconnect with your inner spirit, the land, and the divine.

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Join Us In-Person This Fall
Enchanted Equinox Weekend Retreat
September 20–22, 2025
Spirit School, Squamish, BC
A sacred weekend of ceremony, channeling, healing, and reconnection.

Register here:
https://www.daniellesearancke.com/enchanted-equinox-weekend-retreat

Save $150 with code: SPIRIT150
Limited to 20 guests

The Raw Truth About Change, Fear, Courage, and Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be

In this deeply personal episode of Spirit School, I share what it’s really like to walk through massive life change while staying spiritually grounded. This is the messy, tender, transformative part of the journey we don’t often talk about.

I reflect on the signs Spirit gives us before change arrives, the discomfort that often pushes us forward, and what it feels like to be in the void - the space between who we were and who we’re becoming. I also share stories I’ve never told before about stage fright, quitting my job, self-sabotage, and finally choosing courage over comfort.

This episode includes a soft update on a life-changing experience I’m currently navigating. I’ll be sharing more when the time is right, but for now, I hope this conversation helps you feel less alone in your own season of transition.

If you’ve been struggling to stay centered while everything shifts, this one is for you.

In this episode, I talk about:

• The early signs of change (and why we often resist them)
• What the void really is and how to move through it
• My personal relationship with fear, visibility, and self-sabotage
• The importance of spiritual tools that actually work when you’re overwhelmed
• Why it’s okay to take up space even when it feels unfamiliar
• A soft announcement about what’s unfolding this summer

Want to follow this journey in real time?

Come join me inside the Spirit School Collective with our new limited-time Seasonal Pass.
You’ll receive exclusive weekly updates, behind-the-scenes reflections, group readings, and live teachings that support you during times of big spiritual and personal growth.

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love if you left a review or shared it with someone else walking through change. We grow stronger when we walk together.

Just Because You Can, Doesn’t Mean You Should: Mediumship, Capacity & Ethical Service

In this episode of Spirit School, I’m answering a beautiful question from listener Jackie, who asked how I sustain my energy as a medium -especially as a working mom starting her own animal communication business.

I share the real behind-the-scenes of what it’s looked like to serve Spirit for 12+ years while raising a family, navigating burnout, recovering from an audit, and building a business rooted in ethics and capacity - not just hustle.

You’ll hear me reflect on:

• The difference between what I can do and what I should do

• My energetic boundaries and why I rarely book more than 4–6 readings a week

• How I use my calendar as a psychic tool to know when I should and shouldn’t work

• The role of compassion fatigue and spiritual integrity in my decisions

• How I’ve diversified my work beyond readings to honour my own sustainability

If you’ve ever asked yourself “How much can I really hold?”—this one’s for you.

A Spirit Message for the Courageous - What If You Said Yes Next Time?

After a healing break following surgery, I'm back at the mic sharing a heartfelt Spirit Message inspired by a listener's question: How did you get started in your work as a medium? In this episode, I walk you through my earliest days of development, the unexpected (and terrifying) moment I said yes to doing paid readings, and the powerful lessons Spirit has shared with me along the way.

We explore what it means to answer the call of your own spirit—even when you're not sure you're ready. And we look at the quiet courage it takes to say “yes” to opportunities that stretch and grow us.

This is a real talk episode, recorded in the sunshine with my dog Luna nearby, and I’m sharing it raw and unedited—just like life. I hope it brings light to your path and reminds you that the next time inspiration whispers... you get to say yes.

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In This Episode, I Share:

• My journey from spiritual development to serving as a professional medium

• The surprising moment I stepped into public service (for $20!)

• How personal growth is deeply tied to spiritual connection

• A humbling failure that taught me to teach through storytelling

• Why we often fear being witnessed in our failures

• A Spirit Message about saying yes to yourself and your callings

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Mentioned in This Episode:

• Spirit School Free Community: https://www.daniellesearancke.com/spiritschoolcollective 

• My dog Luna, who makes her podcast debut with background sniffles 🐾

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Connect with like-hearted souls off social media inside our free Spirit School Mighty Network. It’s our cozy online home for sharing stories, spirit messages, and inspiration. https://www.daniellesearancke.com/spiritschoolcollective 

Spirit Messages for Spring: Reclamation, Chanting & Trust

Welcome back to Spirit School, and happy Spring! 🌱 In this week’s spirit messages, we celebrate the return of the light and explore the invitations this season brings: reclamation, alchemy, and deep trust in your sacred path.

Danielle shares reflections on:

• The power of seasonal shifts and spiritual new beginnings

• How to alchemize difficult experiences into purpose

• Why reclaiming your power, voice, and language is vital work

• The medicine of offerings, altars, and ceremonial practice

• A loving invitation to sit with Hummingbird energy

• What it means to return to your voice, your destiny, and your joy

This is a heartfelt message full of personal stories, encouragement, and reminders from Spirit to trust your path, share your voice, and honour the small rituals that anchor your becoming.

✨ Join the conversation in the Spirit School community:

https://myspiritschoolcollective.com/plans/217455 

Walking in Wholeness: Spirit Messages for This Season

Welcome back to Spirit School! This week's spirit messages come at a powerful time, aligning with the energy of the Spring Equinox. These messages are timeless, so whenever you find this episode, trust that there is something here for you.

I open with a grounding practice to help you center yourself before receiving the messages. Spirit brings forward the energy of children laughing on a playground, inviting us to reconnect with the joy and lightness of being. There is a call to embrace childlike wonder, play, and wholeness, even in times of great change.

I also share about the power of storytelling as a way to honor our ancestors, preserve our history, and bring healing. Spirit reminds us that even if we don’t see ourselves as part of a great legacy, every story we share carries impact. I reflect on my personal connection to York Factory, my journey of learning Swampy Cree, and the importance of speaking names to keep them alive.

Spirit brings a message about looking up—literally and figuratively. When we feel burdened by life, we may stop noticing the signs all around us. This is a reminder to stand tall, raise our gaze, and reconnect with the wisdom of the natural world.

Take a deep breath, integrate what resonates, and release what does not. May your week ahead be filled with synchronicity, spiritual connection, and light.

Chat with me in Spirit School on this Episode 

What Spirit Wants You to Know Right Now

In this episode of Spirit School, I share timely and deeply supportive messages from Spirit, reminding us of the power of alignment, protection, and sacred connection during times of change.

Wherever you are on your journey, these messages are here for you exactly when you need them. Let me know what resonates—come continue the conversation in the Spirit School Collective or connect with me on Instagram @squamishmedium. 💫

🔗 Join the Spirit School Collective: https://www.daniellesearancke.com/spiritschoolcollective#join-the-collective

Spirit Messages with Danielle

By popular request, Spirit Messages return in this episode! 💫

Spirit Messages are one of the most loved parts of Spirit School, offering guidance, healing, and a deeper connection to the unseen world. This episode is an invitation to breathe in light, love, and self-resilience as we navigate the energies of the present moment.

Through reflection, presence, and a reminder of the power already within you, this episode serves as a sacred pause—a space to reset, realign, and receive.

In this episode, you’ll find:
✨ A gentle practice to shift your energy instantly
✨ Encouragement to trust yourself and your journey
✨ An uplifting message to carry into your week

Whether you’re in need of clarity, comfort, or a renewed sense of connection, may this episode bring light through the top of the trees and into your heart. 🌿✨

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Join the Spirit School Community!
If you’re looking for a like-hearted space to deepen your trust in spirit, receive mentorship, and grow alongside an incredible community, come join us in the Spirit School Collective.

📍 Join the Free Community: MySpiritSchool.com
🌟 Spirit School Collective: Weekly live experiences, mentorship, and a thriving spiritual community https://www.daniellesearancke.com/spiritschoolcollective 

Thank you for being here! Let’s keep shining together. 💛

Beliefs I’ve Outgrown as a Medium and Mentor: The Inner Work

Want to learn mediumship from me? I teach it once a year :)
✨ Check out the Initiation: Mediumship Foundations Program: https://www.daniellesearancke.com/the-initiation 

In this deeply personal episode, I reflect on the limiting beliefs I had to transcend on my journey to becoming a professional medium and mentor. From feelings of unworthiness to fears about visibility and judgment, I share powerful stories and practical tools to help you shift your beliefs and step into your full potential.

You’ll learn:

• How early beliefs around worthiness and spirituality affected my path
• The surprising role confidence plays in developing spiritual abilities
• Tips for nervous system repair and grounding during moments of doubt
• Why repetition is the key to mastering mediumship and building trust in spirit

If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt or questioned your gifts, this episode will leave you feeling empowered and inspired.