Spiritual abilities can be developed by anyone with the sincere interest, devotion and willingness to learn. Each of us chooses a place on the spiritual spectrum and realizes our potential to the degree that suits us, just as we each choose a place that feels right to us on the physical spectrum. Some of us enjoy strolling through the woods or wading in the waves, while others train for triathlons. Those of us with inborn talent in the spiritual or physical realm often go further, of course, but discipline and joy can take us a long way towards our personal best.

If you have an interest in exploring and expanding your spiritual abilities through developing your psychic senses or learning the language of an oracle like the tarot, you might begin by simply reaching out to the resources and teachers you feel drawn to. Know that the wisdom you seek flows within you, even now, and remember to always honor that wisdom. Take time to listen and receive Spirit's whispers and shouts; pay attention and look for signs and messages.

Trust that if you ask for guidance, you will get it. Many years ago, I was praying in my office, asking Spirit if I should renew my lease or move my consulting practice into my home. Moving into my home was my heart's desire, but it felt scary and risky. At the very moment I prayed over this, a loud argument ensued in the neighboring office. I could hear it through the walls as a low rumble, and only one sentence came through loud and clear as someone shouted at the top of their lungs: Get the f--- out of here!

My question had been answered. I moved my practice into my home and never looked back.

If your spiritual quest feels stalled or stunted, it may be that you haven't fully embraced the process or your own divine potential. A large part of psychic awareness stems from learning to recognize that we have far more power than we tend to exercise, and can trust our own inner guidance.

Along that same line, I love this passage from poet Rob Brezsny: You are a shimmering burst of spiral hallelujahs that has temporarily taken on the form of a human being, agreeing to endure amnesia about your true origins. And why did you do that? Because it was the best way to forge the exquisitely unique and robust identity that would make you such an elemental force in our 14-billion-year campaign to bring heaven all the way down to earth.

Many people view psychics as a special breed apart, when in truth, the main thing that is different about us is we have learned to trust our divine nature just as we trust Spirit. Dr. Seuss wrote a story about The Sneetches who lived on beaches. Some had a star on their belly and some did not. Those without stars were considered inferior. Then along came machines that could apply or remove stars. Plain-bellies ran to get some, while star-bellies quickly had theirs removed so as not to be confused with the newly-starred frauds. (In the end, the Sneetches learn to focus on their similarities instead of their differences.) There are those who wear their spirituality like a sorority pin or a belly-star. Don't buy into that ego-based game.

Psychics and spiritual seekers are not members of any elite club, so don't feel intimidated about joining in the fun. You don't have to be struck by a sudden calling or epiphany to launch your own psychic adventure; just summon your courage and step into your spiritual combat boots, and then jump onto your surfboard of light. As you openly walk the path of your own truth, others will bask in your radiance and make life-changing discoveries by the light of your personal glow.

Psychic abilities are natural and universal. Spirituality is rooted in the recognition that we are all one: rocks, trees, animals, people, angels. Spiritual gifts like psychic abilities allow us to tap into the web of energy connecting us all, where we may perceive the subtlest ripples of change.

For the best results, of course, spiritual abilities should be practiced with the highest spiritual values, for it only makes sense that we are clearer channels when our consciences are clear. To tap into the very highest spiritual guidance, we must approach our work with great reverance and humbleness, and trust whatever comes through as the highest and best for us at that time.

Our angels do love us as works-in-progress, and will entertain our earthly concerns, but when we're truly tapped into a high level of guidance, they will often lead us beyond our surface questions in order to expand our perspective and help us grow into greater wisdom and potential. Thus an inquiry such as Is my boyfriend's ex-girlfriend trying to steal him back? is often met with wisdom about how no outside person can ever threaten your relationship. (The only threats are your own bad behavior, or your bad choice in a partner!) As Dr. Laura Schlessinger wisely advises: Choose wisely; treat kindly.

Sometimes when I share the brilliance coming through me, I'm met with resistance: But is he cheating or not?! As servants and channels of Spirit, psychics are not personal magic 8-balls that can be shaken, turned upside-down, and badgered into answering specific demands.

We receive guidance only through Spirit's good graces. Your angels, guides and messengers of Spirit cannot be ordered around, but they will do their utmost to love you, guide you, and improve the quality of your life, especially if you are humble and receptive to their wisdom. Bring them a flexible, flowing mind rather than a closed and rigid one. For example, when I seek insights for myself, instead of providing simple answers, my guides often help me see that I'm stuck and distressed because I'm asking the wrong questions.

Instead of temporarily alleviating our clients' anxiety or curiosity, we are often directed to offer up deeper insights - the kind that might actually help someone heal and evolve so that they can truly fulfill their dreams for love, happiness, peace and prosperity. For Spirit to be able to answer our prayers, we must be willing to step back from our temporal fears and desires so we can be led to a higher perspective, for when we uncover the true roots of our circumstances, we gain the power to cultivate positive change.

Trusted advisor Oceania is an intuitive Doctor of Psychology, Tarot Reader and Spiritual Channel committed to providing high-quality, low-cost readings. Her devotion to veganism ("do no harm to living beings") helps keep her sight clear and intentions pure. For 25 years, she has combined scientific knowledge and spiritual wisdom to offer holistic guidance. Oceania welcomes your visit to her online office here at Kajama.