Spirit School

Danielle S. and Danielle B. pick up their conversation about ethics, boundaries and the evolution of their client → collaborator → friend relationship. They trace the arc from a first evidential reading to working together for the past five and a half years — interspersed with stories about grief, postpartum, entrepreneurship burnout, spiritual tools, and how to keep a working friendship healthy.   Highlights: The first reading: Danielle B. remembers coming for grief support after her father’s death — and getting future details that have since come true. Evidence first: Danielle S. explains why she always brings through verifiable mediumship details before offering psychic predictions. Teaching empowerment: how Danielle S.’s mentorship changed Danielle B.’s relationship to spirit work and gave her permission to trust her own intuition. Pendulum experiment: a revealing anecdote about discovering tools, the doubting mind, and how the two Danielles use quick yes/no messages to validate readings for each other. Boundaries in practice: concrete examples of how they negotiate work rhythm. Containment vs. bleeding: a key phrase — containment — used to describe emotional maturity in their working friendship, and how it helped when postpartum or business overwhelm showed up. When closeness changes readings, both note how intimacy can shift mediumship, and why friends sometimes become less likely subjects for readings. Why they stay: treating each other like professional clients created space, clarity and longevity.   This conversation is weekly—leave a comment, tag and share on social, and send in your questions for future episodes.

In this episode, Danielle returns to Spirit School after a season of filming and welcomes a new co-host. Together, they explore what it means to serve with integrity across spiritual work, business, and everyday life, offering real stories, practical reflections, and invitations for your own practice.  • Meet the co-host: how Danielle and Danielle Baker first connected, and why shared values and accountability matter on the mic  • Integrity in the spiritual space: boundaries in client care, energetic capacity, and separating mentoring from mediumship  • People pleasing, energy sickness, and prioritizing health to sustain spiritual service  • Consent and need: why gift certificates can misfire, and how readiness can shape better readings  • Bypassing versus responsibility: intention as the compass, and owning choices and consequences  • Parenting and business parallels: transparency, self-responsibility, and modelling integrity in everyday roles  • Cultural teachings and spiritual maturity: decolonized transparency, lateral kindness, and accountability when repair is possible  Listeners' reflection: how do you recognize when you're in integrity, and what helps you course correct?

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. ✨ 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

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. 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

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.

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.

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. 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 Mentioned in This Episode: Spirit School Free Community: https://www.daniellesearancke.com/spiritschoolcollective  My dog Luna, who makes her podcast debut with background sniffles 🐾 Join the Spirit School Community! 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 

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 

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 

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

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. 🌿✨ 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. 💛

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.  

>>Join the Free Spirit School Community Here<< In this episode of Spirit School, I dive deep into the reality of being a highly sensitive and spiritual person in an increasingly anxious world. Many of us feel the collective heaviness, whether through social media, world events, or our personal lives. As a medium, mentor, and mother, I share my own experiences navigating anxiety while staying spiritually centered and present in my work and personal life. What you’ll hear in this episode: How anxiety manifests for spiritual and highly sensitive people The impact of social media and how to create balance Why spiritual people must stay informed—but not overwhelmed My personal journey with anxiety and how I finally named it Practical tools to restore balance and peace in overwhelming times The role of breathwork, grounding, and nervous system healing in spiritual resilience 💡 Join the Free Spirit School Community 💡 If this episode resonates with you, I invite you to join our free Spirit School community—a sacred space where we support one another on our spiritual journeys away from the noise of traditional social media. https://myspiritschoolcollective.com/plans/217455   🎧 Listen now and find your balance in a chaotic world. 📌 Credits: This episode was lovingly edited by Leela of the Spirit School Collective.

In this episode of Spirit School, Danielle Searancke explores the transformative power of belief and its essential role in unlocking your potential as a medium and spiritual seeker. Reflecting on her own journey, Danielle shares: The profound shift from “seeing is believing” to “believing is seeing.” How belief in yourself and spirit can be the missing piece in developing confidence. Personal stories of overcoming doubt and trusting the unseen world. The importance of energetic sovereignty in navigating external projections and internal self-doubt. Practical tips for challenging limiting beliefs and embracing your divine potential. Whether you’re new to your spiritual path or well along your journey, this episode is a reminder of the magic that belief can create in your life. Tune in and let Spirit School inspire your confidence and deepen your connection with the unseen world. https://www.squamishmedium.com/spiritschoolcollective    Your Beliefs Are Your Choice - Spirit

Welcome to Spirit School! In this episode, I share how declaring my "channeling era" has transformed my spiritual practice and personal life. Reflecting on over a decade of mediumship and mentoring, I discuss the profound trust I’ve built with the spirit world and how it has guided me through challenges, including a tough 2024. What you’ll hear in this episode: My journey from doubt to trust in the spirit world The lessons spirit has taught me about faith and surrender How channeling has shaped my personal and professional growth Reflections on teaching, mentorship, and mediumship The power of setting intentions and declarations for your spiritual path Whether you’re a seasoned intuitive or just starting your journey, this episode will inspire you to lean into trust and embrace your own channeling era. Let’s co-create a life aligned with spirit and purpose. www.daniellesearancke.com 

I am joined by the remarkable Marianne Williamson, a renowned spiritual teacher and best-selling author with over four decades of experience. We delve deep into her latest book, The Mystic Jesus, exploring themes of compassion, healing, ancestral wisdom, and how her work helps us reconnect with the heart-mind connection. In this conversation, we discuss: Marianne’s perspectives on spirituality beyond religious institutions The journey of experiencing spiritual practices without dogma Decolonizing the image of Jesus for those with religious trauma The impact of compassionate thinking in political and social systems Connecting with ancestral wisdom and collective healing Balancing intellectual knowledge with heart-centered awareness Marianne’s compassion-centered teachings will resonate with all Spirit School listeners, particularly those navigating mediumship, intuitive development, and spiritual parenting. I’m honored to share this space with her, and I hope you find as much inspiration in her words as I have. Mariannes Official Website:https://marianne.com/ Books: Discover Marianne Williamson's publications, including her latest book, The Mystic Jesus: The Mind of Love. https://marianne.com/books/

In this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of paradoxes—especially how they show up in life and mediumship. Drawing from my own experiences, I discuss the delicate balance of caring deeply while needing to detach, seeking validation while knowing it can block us, and other spiritual paradoxes that challenge our understanding. Tune in for a reflective and thought-provoking conversation about how these contradictions can lead us to deeper truths in our spiritual practice. www.squamishmedium.com 

On this day of Truth and Reconciliation in Canada I sit down with Emily Brant, an Indigenous writer, speaker, and mentor who is on a mission to decolonize the personal development and coaching industries. Emily, a Turtle Clan member from the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, works with coaches, leaders, and healers to create more inclusive spaces where everyone feels seen, safe, and supported. Through her work, Emily guides others to unlearn colonized ways of thinking and offers tools to help foster communities that value decolonization at their core.   In this episode, we dive into Emily’s journey, her experiences with assimilation, and the crucial moment when she realized that her Indigenous identity was key to her business growth and personal development. We also explore how Emily is helping others navigate these spaces, offering practical advice for decolonizing the coaching industry and addressing deep-rooted trauma.   If you’ve been curious about how colonization impacts the coaching world or want to learn more about Indigenous perspectives in business and healing, this episode offers profound insights into the ongoing journey of decolonization.   Emily’s Website: www.emilyannebrant.com   Emily’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/emilyannebrant   FREE E-BOOK: www.emilyannebrant.com/decolonize   The Round Table Replay Box: https://www.emilyannebrant.com/the-round-table-replay-box

In this conversation, 🪶 Cindy shares her personal journey of connecting with the dream world, how she learned to work with dreams intentionally, and her insights into the cultural significance of dreams. We explore a wide array of topics, including visitation dreams, how to influence dreams, dream preparation, and discerning between different types of dreams. Cindy also discusses the emotional, spiritual, and healing aspects of dreaming, and offers guidance on how to cultivate a deeper relationship with our dreams. If you’ve ever wondered about the power of dreams, their significance in our spiritual lives, or how to harness dream medicine for personal healing and growth, this episode offers an incredible wealth of wisdom. - Cindy’s journey into dream medicine and the importance of cultural teachings in dreams - How to prepare for and influence your dreams for greater insight and healing - The different states of dreaming, including daydreaming and lucid dreaming - The role of dreams in processing trauma and healing emotional wounds Visitation dreams and discerning when dreams offer messages to share with others - How dreams can be a tool for Indigenous healing and cultural connection Resources Mentioned: Cindy’s Instagram: @ravengirldreams and @cindymcharleyboy Dream Circle Event at Spirit School HQ: https://www.squamishmedium.com/spirit-school-events/the-dreaming-circle  Cindy M Charleyboy is an Indigenous dreamer, traditional healer, and storyteller from the Tsilhqot’in and Secwepemc nations in the Interior of BC. Since 2011, she has been sharing her gifts through story, song, laughter, and ceremony. Cindy holds a BA in First Nations Studies from the University of Northern British Columbia and is a valued member of the Spirit School Collective. She is passionate about sharing her dream medicine both online and in person, working primarily with Indigenous communities but also offering space for other groups and one-on-one conversations.

Join us for live classes all week on foundational mediumship here: https://myspiritschoolcollective.com/plans/217455  Today's teachings were around Awareness and how developing my own awareness has shaped my mediumship journey. We talked about awareness of self, others, and Spirit in today's class and did some exercises for you to tune in! I've included the slides from my presentation for you to be able to revisit the exercises and concepts shared at your own pace.  You can continue to share your experiences here in the comments! TOMORROW: Day 2 - The World of Spirit  Tomorrow's class will have a shorter teaching to allow time for your questions! I'll ask for you to share your questions in the chat with the hashtag #questions to make it easier to find them as we go. I'm looking forward to exploring the world of Spirit with you! The Initiation Refresh I am SO excited to be running The Initiation again in this refreshed format! You are receiving the foundations for free this week so that we can focus on the more nuanced parts of mediumship development in the live classes in the program. Registration will be open from now until October 8, so you have time to soak in these concepts before you commit to the full 9-week experience.  To learn more about The Initiation Refresh, check out this post or visit our website for details and registration: https://www.squamishmedium.com/the-initiation Included in this round: 6 classes with Danielle - Wednesdays at 1pm PST Oct. 9, 16 & 23 Nov. 6, 13 & 20 6 Friday Awareness Circles - 11am PST (Formerly 'Sitting in the Power' circles) October 11, 18 & 25 November 8, 15 & 22 2 partnered practice readings each week Community off of social media to connect and access replays and resources Spirit School Mediumship 2024 Training Badge for website + social media Registration We will be offering the equal investment model for this experience, so the cost will be $888 in both USD and CAD. This is on the honour system, so you can apply in the currency that is closest to your own.  You can register within the Spirit School platform through The Initiation Refresh Fall 2024 space link here or in the menu!  Head over to The Initiation page on our website for details and payment plan options for registration: https://www.squamishmedium.com/the-initiation Collective members and alumni receive a special rate - message Andrea McCallum | Team Spirit School or check out the Featured post!