How to Identify You’re Psychic (And What to Do About It)

Ever felt like you’re just a little… different? Like you’re picking up on things other people miss, or having experiences you can’t quite explain? Maybe you’ve had vivid dreams that felt incredibly real, or saw something out of the corner of your eye that vanished when you turned to look.

If any of this sounds familiar, you might have worried you were just imagining things. I know I did! There were times, especially early on, when I just threw my hands up because I had no idea what was happening to me. It’s a confusing place to be, but please know this: you’re not alone, and you’re definitely not nuts.

Let’s clear the air and talk about some of the common traits and experiences that many psychic mediums share. As you read through them, see which ones make you say, “Hey, that’s me!”

Signs You Might Be a Psychic Medium

1. You’ve Always Felt a Bit Different. Ever since you were a kid, did you have this quiet feeling that you didn’t quite fit in? It’s not necessarily a bad thing, just a sense of being wired differently. This often comes with a deep yearning for genuine, soulful connections with others, and it can sometimes feel lonely until you find your “tribe.”
2. You See Things. This is what’s known as clairvoyance, or “clear seeing.” It can show up in a lot of ways. Maybe you see things in your peripheral vision, like little shadows or sparkles of light. Or perhaps you get flashes of images or mini-movies in your mind’s eye that later turn out to be true.
3. Your Dreams Are More Than Just Dreams. Do you have incredibly vivid dreams that you remember in detail? Dreams are a powerful way for our higher selves and spirit guides to send us messages. You might even have experiences of astral travel (feeling like you’re flying or leaving your body) or dream of people and places you’ve never met in this life. Every dream is a message waiting to be understood.
4. You Have a Strong “Gut Feeling”. That inner voice, that gut sense, that “just knowing” without knowing how you know? That’s a gift called claircognizance, or “clear knowing.” These insights can pop into your head as sudden ideas, flow through you during creative acts like writing or drawing, or come to you during meditation.
5. You Sensed Spirits as a Child. Kids are naturally more open to the spirit world. It hasn’t been that long since they came from there, and they haven’t been taught that it’s “impossible” to see or talk to spirits. Did you have an imaginary friend who felt very real? Or do you sometimes sense the presence of a loved one who has passed? This could be a sign of your mediumistic abilities.
6. You Feel Things in Your Body. This is a big one for empaths. Do you ever feel someone else’s aches and pains when you’re near them? That’s a form of clairsentience (“clear feeling”). Your body is like an antenna for energy. You might walk into a room and get instant chills or feel a heaviness in the air. You’re not being dramatic; you’re just very tuned in!
7. You Hear Things. Do you ever hear humming, buzzing, or your name being called when no one is there? Or maybe music or ringing in your ears? This is clairaudience, or “clear hearing.” It can sound like it’s inside your head or like someone is whispering right next to you. It’s a natural part of psychic hearing and nothing to be afraid of.
8. You Wake Up Around 2-3 AM. This is known as the “witching hour” or “spirit hour” for a reason! The veil between our world and the spirit world is thinner at this time, making it a prime time for spiritual communication. If you often wake up then feeling alert or restless, Spirit might be trying to get your attention.
9. You Tamper with Electronics. This one is kind of funny, but totally real! Do streetlights flicker or turn off when you walk under them? Do watches stop working on your wrist? Your personal energy field, or vibration, can be so high that it interferes with electrical devices.
10. You Feel the Presence of Spirits. It’s that unmistakable feeling that someone is in the room with you, even when you’re physically alone. It might feel like you’re being watched, or you might suddenly be washed over with an emotion—like sadness or joy—that isn’t your own. That’s often a spirit stepping into your space to say hello.
11. Animals Are Drawn to You. Do you feel like you just “get” animals and can communicate with them on a deeper level? A strong connection to the animal kingdom is a beautiful sign of intuitive ability. Pay attention to the animals that repeatedly show up in your life; they often have messages for you.
12. People See You as Their Confidant. Do friends, family, and even strangers often open up to you with their problems? You might find that you give the perfect advice without even knowing where the words are coming from. That’s you, channeling divine wisdom to help soothe another soul.

So, What Now?

Realizing you might have these gifts is an incredibly exciting journey. It’s like discovering a new part of yourself. My biggest piece of advice? Be gentle with yourself. Take your time exploring these abilities. You don’t have to shout it from the rooftops or start offering readings to everyone you meet.

Remember, we are all born with intuition. For some, it’s just a little closer to the surface. It’s a part of who you are, and learning to work with it can help you connect more deeply with your truest, most authentic self.

Enjoy the journey of discovery. It’s supposed to be fun! The world is full of mysteries we can’t always explain with logic, and that’s what makes it so beautiful. Tapping into your own inner magic is one of the most rewarding adventures you’ll ever take.