Podcast Summary: Know Your Aura with Mystic Michaela

Episode 283: Learn to Recognize Spiritual Ascension Energy
Released: June 12, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode, Mystic Michaela delves into the phenomenon of spiritual ascension, specifically what she refers to as "5D ascension." She shares how these energetic shifts affect one's aura, emotional and physical well-being, relationships with spirit guides, and sense of purpose. The discussion is grounded in Michaela's signature mix of metaphysical insight, humor, and practical advice, and includes firsthand stories from listeners about the sometimes whimsical ways spirit guides attempt to get their attention.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. What is 5D Ascension? (00:47-07:55)

• Definition: 5D ascension is the process of moving one's consciousness from the '3D' physical world to the higher vibrational '5D' or soul identity.
• Symptoms: The transition can cause physical, emotional, and energetic symptoms, which can feel like "altitude sickness" as your body adjusts to higher frequencies.
• Purpose: The goal of ascension is living more in line with your soul's purpose—moving toward greater compassion, empathy, abundance, and authenticity.
• Quote:

  “It’s kind of like altitude sickness… you get a little sick during the early stages when you’re getting used to a different vibration than what you’re used to.” – Mystic Michaela (01:46)

2. Why Ascension Happens & The Role of Shadow Work (07:55-13:18)

• Trigger: Ascension often follows significant self-reflection or "shadow work," such as ending unhealthy patterns or relationships.
• Energetic Shifts: By shedding ‘dead weight’ from old patterns, you bounce to higher frequencies, which your body must acclimate to.
• Physical-Spiritual Link: Michaela emphasizes the spiritual body is as important as mental or physical health and encourages consideration of both medical and spiritual perspectives.

3. Physical Symptoms of Ascension (13:18-26:05)

- List of Possible Symptoms:

• Unexplained aches, soreness, and joint pain
  (Releasing energetic blockages)
• Fatigue and sleeplessness
• Tooth, gum, and throat pain
  (Linked to the throat chakra and truth expression)
• Digestive issues, new food intolerances, and skin sensitivities
• Jitteriness, clumsiness, dizziness (vertigo-like sensations)
• ‘Ascension flu’
  (Rapid, unexplained hot flashes or mild fevers)
• Vision changes and heightened/decreased senses
• Notable Quote:

  “Tooth pain with no reason—holy cow… Maybe your truth is coming free.”
  – Mystic Michaela (15:44)

• Advisory: Always consult a doctor for persistent symptoms—don’t assume everything is spiritual.

4. Emotional and Spiritual Symptoms (26:05-37:05)

• Disorientation and forgetfulness: “You zone out easier… it’s kind of like your soul’s reality is clashing with your present 3D world.”
• Identity shifts:
  Feeling “who am I?”, questioning life choices, or discovering new passions and creative outlets.
• Irritability, mood swings, and anxiety:
  These can increase as 3D and 5D aspects come into conflict.
• Spiritual expansion:
  Heightened intuition, out-of-body experiences, more psychic abilities, increased openness to “signs.”
• Quote:

  “You paint? – I do now. I’m painting, so I paint.”
  – Mystic Michaela (30:04)

5. What to Do if You’re Experiencing Ascension (37:05-38:38)

• Advice:
  • Pay attention to subtle changes.
  • Don’t force solutions; noticing is sometimes enough.
  • Honor your body (rest, hydrate, avoid toxins).
  • Consider an “energy detox” from negative media or people.
  • Take time to allow energetic changes to integrate.

Listener Stories: Spirit Guide "Harassment" & Signs

(38:39 – End)

Listeners shared stories of how their spirit guides communicated with them in memorable ways:

• The Shrimp Tattoo (42:07):

  • Listener Steph asked for a sign—specifically a shrimp—and saw a shrimp tattoo on someone’s forearm hours later.
  • Quote:

    "Who the heck has a shrimp tattoo?" – Steph (as read by Mystic Michaela) (42:07)

  • Michaela explains that spirit guides love humor and specificity in delivering signs.

• Blue Heron in the Road (44:44):

  • Listener Summer saw a heron standing in the middle of the street—a symbol, Michaela says, of “foundational strength amidst changing conditions.”

• Obstacles to Buying Wine (46:11):

  • Tiffany was thwarted at every attempt to buy wine; interpreted as her guides playing games to protect her.

• All Clocks Stopped (47:54):

  • Julia found all her battery-powered clocks stopped at the same time, on different batteries.
  • Michaela’s interpretation: A sign from guides that “time is a limited resource… You don’t have to waste time in places that no longer serve you.”

• Recurring Angel Numbers (52:17):

  • Erica sees 911 everywhere.
  • Michaela explains 911 is a “lightworking” number:

    “You are called for lightworking… when you’re seeing 911, honestly, you’re looking at a career change.” (54:41)

• Owl Symbolism (58:24):

  • Monty is constantly seeing owls, which are interpreted as affirmations of psychic vision and spiritual insight:

    "Owls are spiritual acknowledgements that you see what others do not." (58:24)

On Interpreting Signs & Angel Numbers (39:41; 54:41; 56:15):

• Michaela advises asking for follow-up or clarification if you’re unsure about a sign.
• The feeling attached to a recurring number or sign matters as much as the symbol itself.
• Your relationship with your guides is personalized—“Just like friends.”
• Ego often immediately tries to rationalize signs away; pay attention to the first feeling you get.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• “If you think your spirit guides are harassing you, they probably are. Except if you're Scotty.” – Mystic Michaela (59:57)
• "Spirit guides or angels, whatever you want to call them, have a sense of humor for real. They don't always give you what you want, but they will tell you they're there." – Mystic Michaela (41:46)
• “Pay attention to the first voice you get—or feeling—because immediately after that is going to be the ego voice. And that one's always fear… and doubt.” – Mystic Michaela (57:20)
• On creative surges during ascension:
  “I'll remodel the bathroom myself. Who says I can't? I know I can!” – Mystic Michaela (31:50)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:47: What is 5D Ascension?
• 07:55: Why Ascension Happens & Shadow Work
• 13:18: Physical Ascension Symptoms
• 26:05: Emotional & Spiritual Symptoms
• 37:05: What to Do During Ascension
• 38:39: Listener Stories Begin
• 42:07: Shrimp Tattoo Sign Story
• 44:44: Blue Heron Story & Bird Symbolism
• 46:11: Blocked Wine Purchase
• 47:54: All Clocks Stopped – Time as a Spiritual Message
• 52:17: 911 Angel Number Interpretation
• 58:24: Constant Owl Symbolism

Conclusion

Mystic Michaela’s episode on spiritual ascension combines practical support for understanding the sometimes wacky or uncomfortable symptoms of energetic shifts with sincere and relatable listener stories, demystifying the idea of spirit guide communication. The conversation is lighthearted but deeply supportive of those on their spiritual journey. Michaela encourages listeners to honor their bodies, take their experiences seriously, seek help when needed, and most importantly—to embrace both the signs and the symptoms as part of evolving into your true soul self.