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EDIFY YOUR SOUL MAGAZINE
ATTUNING TO SPIRIT
READINGS WITH ORACLE CARDS
THE COSMIC DANCE OF THE ETERNAL YOU
UNPACK THE SUITCASE
GRIEF SUPPORT
SHIFTING PARADIGMS
TRANCE MEDITATION DOWNLOAD
LIFE AS A PSYCHIC DETECTIVE
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FEBRUARY 8, 2025
EDIFY YOUR SOUL
CONTENTS
2 Editor's Note 4 Unpack The Suitcase Debbie Romero 6 My Life as a Psychic Detective Nancy Orlen Weber 10 4 Things to do in the First 30 Days of Grief Brian Smith 12 Oracle Cards Laurie McKeogh Smith 14 The Purpose of Trance Simone Key 18 Attuning to Spirit Paul Bannister 20 The Cosmic Dance of the Eternal You Jennifer Rose 18 Attuning to Spirit Paul Bannister 22 Shifting Paradigms Colin Walker 24 Astrology Forecast Brandi Khan 38 Subscribe
12 Oracle Cards How to Guide on how to read them for yourself and others!
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EDIFY YOUR SOUL
Dear Readers, I am beyond thrilled to introduce you to the very first issue of Edify Your Soul Magazine! This publication has been a dream come true, and it’s an honor to share it with you. Within these pages, you will find the collective wisdom of incredible contributors—mediums, healers, and spiritual guides—who have poured their hearts into creating content to uplift and inspire. Each article is designed with one mission in mind: to support the mind, body, and soul on your journey to wholeness. This magazine is more than just a collection of words; it’s a space for connection, growth, and discovery. My hope is that as you explore its pages, you feel a sense of community and find messages that resonate deeply with you. I am so grateful to everyone who contributed their expertise, passion, and unique gifts to make this possible. And to you, the reader, thank you for allowing us to be a part of your path. May this magazine bring you joy, insight, and peace. I’ve loved every moment of creating it, and I hope it touches your soul as much as it has touched mine. With love and gratitude, Laurie Smith Editor-in-Chief
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LETTING GO OF WHAT NO LONGER SERVES YOU
Pausing with my Higher Self ....... I was reminded of my own personal healing journey and things I incorporated to integrate my energies.
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Why do we do the dance back & forth between higher self & ego?
Adversity Society
Personality
Energy
What is the Higher Self? The higher Self is Love; unconditional love is the part of your soul that stays on the other side while you have an earthly experience. As you hear the word celestial being or cosmic being it is a reminder of your true essence which is universal love. conscious mind which battles one another. Reflection of lack of self worth and worthiness is truly a dance, an unhealed version of oneself. It is often attached to one's personality, traits, societal influences and lack of making healthy choices. What Is Ego? The ego is part of the unconscious and I would say all of it. We use Our ego to take the leap of faith on oneself. Do you remember when you felt you were not connected to your higher self? What created these experiences? Was it lack of self worthiness?
Time to create a new story with your higher self. Ask yourself: Do I really need what’s in my suitcase? What can I leave behind? Not everything is meant to be carried into your future adventures with your higher self. Travel light and with love.
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WITH NANCY ORLEN WEBER
“Being a psychic detective is about love, service, and the profound interconnectedness of all life.”
As a psychic detective, I’ve shared my intuition and the process I need for investigations for over forty years. My work involves using my psychic abilities to uncover clues in cases. In every case, I am reminded that the bonds of love transcend even the boundaries of life and death. This realization offers a light of hope and healing to all who seek it, inspiring me to continue my work and encouraging others to believe in the power of love.
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“I work on every aspect of criminal investigations, constantly collaborating with law enforcement. I use my insights to complement their work rather than replace it.”
According to one detective, “If we have no leads or thousands of ideas, we don’t know where to begin.”
One case that stands out involves a missing teenage girl. A friend of a missing girl's family reached out to me, desperate for answers. I immediately contacted a detective I worked with locally, who in turn contacted the detective who was out searching for the missing girl. The detective contacted me. I described the events surrounding the girl's disappearance, the area where she might be found, and details about the person who had destroyed her life. My insights guided the detective to search specific locations. While not all outcomes can bring the resolution we hope for, each case underscores the importance of connection and compassion. My first step is always to make connections with all of the people and pets that I work with. I am still friends with most of the detectives I worked with and the families of those involved. A psychic detective is also usually a medium. So, in the saddest of outcomes, I can also act as a support system for those grieving over the loss of someone they love through a horrific event. I can also assure them that they can connect with their loved ones, which offers some comfort. By keeping connections as dear friends, I can then help in various ways besides utilizing my psychic capabilities to uncover mysteries. I can refer them to various agencies for support and other mediums to help them through their grief.
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February 12, 2025 Full Moon in Leo
"It is a beautiful and delightful sight to behold the body of the Moon." — Galileo Galilei
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Cosmic Word Quest
Click on the moon to dive into this word search and test your astrology lingo!
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“Navigating grief and loss is a profoundly personal journey. However, you don’t have to go it alone.”
Brian Smith
4 THINGS TO DO IN THE
FIRST 30 DAYS OF GRIEF
Grief can feel like an overwhelming fog, clouding your sense of direction and draining your energy. During the first 30 days, it’s important to find simple, manageable ways to nurture yourself. The GEMS framework— Gratitude, Exercise, Mindfulness, and Self-Care— provides a grounding foundation to help you navigate the early days of loss.
“In those first 30 days, grief may feel like an immovable weight. The GEMS framework helps you focus on small, meaningful actions that remind you healing is possible, one moment at a time.” 10
GRATITUDE
In the midst of pain, gratitude can feel out of reach, but even the smallest moments of appreciation can shift your focus. Start by acknowledging one thing each day —a comforting hug, the warmth of sunlight, or even a memory of your loved one that makes you smile. Gratitude doesn’t erase grief; it softens its edges. EXERCISE Grief impacts your body as much as your mind. Moving your body can help release pent-up tension and improve your mood. A gentle walk or light stretching can work wonders, giving you a chance to reconnect with your body and the world around you. Caring for yourself is essential, even if it feels impossible. Start with small, nourishing acts: eat a snack or sip on a bowl of soup if full meals feel too difficult. Forgo non-urgent tasks or ask someone to help you with them. Most importantly, give yourself permission to sit quietly and feel whatever arises—sadness, anger, or even numbness. Honor your emotions without judgment. Grief often floods your thoughts, leaving you feeling lost. Practicing mindfulness can help you find moments of stillness. Focus on your breath, take a mindful walk, or try a guided meditation to center yourself. Being present, even for a few moments, can provide relief amidst the chaos. MINDFULNESS SELF-CARE
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Laurie Smith introduces her newly published oracle card deck, “Have a Seat.”
This deck inspires you to tap into your intuition with gentle guidance and inspiration. it is for sale in various metaphysical shops and online. To purchase your own deck, visit: www.edifyyoursoul.com/collections/cards
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Using Cards in Your Readings With Laurie McKeogh Smith
“Oracle cards are a powerful tool for gaining clarity, guidance, and inspiration" When working with oracle cards, set your intention for the cards to resonate with you or your client, then trust in the flow of your intuition and mediumship abilities. Remember, you are not in control; you are simply a channel for the messages meant to come through. Let the process unfold naturally, guided by what is needed in the moment. Trust the Process. Trust Spirit. Trust Yourself.
What do you feel this card is telling you? How do you feel if you imagine sitting on this chair? What does this message mean to you?
I have pulled a card with the intention that it will resonate with whoever is reading this. Let’s see how you interpret it and then I will give a reading for the collective.
My Interpretation: As I feel into this card, I am guided to remind everyone that success is a very personal journey. We sometimes get caught up in what other people are doing, and even seek approval from them. Wherever you are in your journey, remember that the only person you are accountable to is yourself. If your intentions are pure, you will spread healing and love wherever it is supposed to go.
www.edifyyoursoul.com/collections/cards
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The Purpose of Trance
Minister Simone Key
My exploration of the trance state began in the 1980’s. Up until then, I was quite cynical about trance and I can now admit that, at that time, it really scared me. I had attended many public trance demonstrations where mediums’ faces were distorted, voices were hauntingly inhuman and their demeanour was certainly not of our world and, as I later discovered, not of the spirit world’s either! One day, I was giving a practice private reading to a friend and I suddenly felt different, almost distant and not of the present. The spirit world had used this opportunity to change the energy so I became more passive and they could lead me into an altered state of consciousness. I remember feeling that I was ‘stepping back’ within myself and my friend could see this happening, as she was also mediumistic. The spirit world spoke through me very quickly for just a few minutes and that was the start of my trance mediumship.
“To achieve the trance state, we must withdraw our awareness from the ‘here and now’, moving our minds into that state of stillness and silence”
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Throughout the many years that followed, I practiced, demonstrated, and taught trance mediumship, discovering its many amazing aspects. I had been a practicing healer for a few years and, until I discovered trance, I realised that I had often been in an altered state of consciousness, essential for the trance state but I hadn’t recognised it. I heard people say that this required state is a sleep state but I know that’s incorrect. The spirit world tells me that they cannot work with us in the sleep state as it is the wrong state of consciousness. We must be passive, still, silent and awake! To achieve the trance state, we must withdraw our awareness from the ‘here and now’, moving our minds into that state of stillness and silence. When quietening our consciousness, our minds become subdued and passive, enabling the spirit world to blend closer and closer to the medium until they come to the fore of the medium’s mind, when there is very little awareness/consciousness within the medium. One’s thoughts become very passive, subdued and detached, almost like one is not thinking at all. But in that stillness of mind is an inner knowing that, although you are not aware of where you are, what’s being said, someone watching you, etc., you are still focused on keeping your mind out of the way. The degree of ‘hold’ on the mind will determine the quality of trance. I also understand that in the very beginning of our trance development, that the ratio of control between us and the spirit world is probably 97% us v. 3% spirit, but this ratio changes when we practice regularly, trust the spirit and allow our conscious minds to subdue.
Trance is more than speaking—it includes healing, where spirit precisely directs energy for deep restoration. Trance speaking brings philosophy and guidance, while trance communication allows loved ones to speak directly.
My aim in my trance teaching is... TO BE COTINUED
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are you psychic?
If you answer “yes” to most of the questions below, congratulations— you have psychic abilities! Being psychic doesn’t mean you predict the future like in the movies; it’s about tapping into your intuition and receiving information in ways that go beyond the five senses. Whether you often sense things before they happen, feel others' emotions
deeply, or simply "know" things without explanation, these are all signs of your natural psychic potential. Embrace it as a gift and consider exploring it further. You might be surprised at what you discover!
Do you experience strong feelings about places, people, or situations without logical reasoning? Do you pick up on other people's emotions easily, even when they don’t express them?
Have you ever thought about someone just before they called or messaged you?
Have you ever walked into a room and felt a distinct energy or atmosphere? Do you notice repeating numbers, symbols, or synchronicities often?
Do you often "Just Know" things without being told?
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Take Your Brain for a Walk
Let’s be real —life gets stressful! It’s so easy to get swept up in responsibilities and forget to give your mind and body the rest they need. The truth is, if you don’t make time for yourself, you’re missing out on the care and balance you deserve!
Close your eyes and go to a beautiful place in your mind, such as the beach. Imagine yourself walking along the beach. Feel the sand between your toes and the sun shining down on you. For 30 seconds, count the amount of steps you take.
It doesn’t matter how many steps you counted. What matters is that for 30 seconds, your mind focused on calm imagery, breaking the cycle of stress and redirecting your thoughts to peace. Sometimes, a mental stroll is all it takes to reset.
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AT TUN I NG TO SPIRIT WI TH PAUL BANN I S T E R
“Mediumship attunement is aligning one’s energy with the spirit world to facilitate clear and effective communication. This connection requires practice, patience, and an understanding of different attunement methods.”
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The Challenges We Face in Attunement
Attuning to the spirit world is not always seamless. Some mediums have trouble connecting due to distractions, low energy, or emotional blockages. Fear and doubt can also interfere, making it harder to receive clear messages. Additionally, mediums must practice discernment to ensure they are connecting with high-vibration entities rather than lower energies.
1. Meditative Attunement
4. Sound and Frequency Attunement Music, chanting, or binaural beats can help shift consciousness into a receptive state, making it easier to perceive spiritual messages. 5. Physical Sensory Attunement Some mediums use psychometry (holding objects) or scrying (gazing into reflective surfaces) to attune to the spirit world through physical senses.
Meditation is one of the most effective ways to attune to the spirit world. By calming the mind, focusing on the breath, and raising personal vibration, a medium can become more receptive to subtle energies. 2. Energy-Based Attunement Some mediums use energy exercises, such as chakra balancing or grounding techniques, to heighten their awareness and sensitivity to spirit energies. 3. Prayer and Intention Attunement Setting an intention or using prayer to invite spirit communication, which in turn can create a strong and clear connection.
If struggling with attunement, it is important to practice self-care, maintain a consistent spiritual routine, and TRUST! the process. Over time, attunement strengthens, allowing for clearer and more profound spirit communication.
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The Cosmic Dance of the Eternal You
Jennifer Rose
“LET’S TAKE A WALK TOGETHER... HARMONIZE, FOR JUST A MOMENT, ON THIS COSMIC DANCE FLOOR WE CALL LIFE”
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You are searching for answers that will pull you through the door of the mystical…deeper into the cosmic dance. Whether it be a slow waltz or a headbangers ball - it will be wild and wonderful. You have likely said to yourself, “I just want to know the truth.” be. You are becoming aware of your spiritual nature and your extra sensory perception. Things are happening that you just can’t explain… If you’re reading this, you have likely already entered the door of the mystical and are realizing that things are not what you thought them once to
The paradox here is that when you enter the door of the mystical, you will at some point realize that the truth is not the destination, but is cosmically interlaced into the journey itself. The mystical realm of this great cosmic existence is exceptionally poetic in its being. It is heavenly music and art interwoven with color, shapes, sounds, and feelings all divinely synchronized as mind and matter. It is beautiful and dramatic, yet gracefully simplistic in itself. Even before you entered the door to the mystical, you were in this flow. You can remember times when everything lined up and you were in the zone in
the power of your spirit. You, for a moment, felt like you were part of everything. And that moment is infinite. The door has always been open. To know the truth is to dance the dance on and off the dance floor, with movement and stillness coexisting in each step. To know the truth is to know yourself by being yourself and believing in yourself. Your life is your perfect reality of light and dark…immense extraordinary beauty. When you notice the beauty, you pause in breath; and somehow just intrinsically know this beauty exists in everything and everyone - then LOVE has unveiled itself… through the eternal you
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We see the world changing, potential cataclysmic events growing and increasing in regularity, political landscapes changing and a spiritual shift to a new frequency of awareness occurs.
Colin Walker
What are we to do in this vast myriad of events on our planet? Where to next? What are we to say?
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Be still, meditate and embrace the change that is here in whatever form it comes to you. Spiritual beings are guiding humanity through this Ascension Process, away from the old world and into a new way of being. What will that new way of being consist of? One hopes, peace and love and tenderness. One hopes a multi-dimensional reality of understanding that we are not alone on this earth. That light beings walk amongst and with us. This is us, we are the light, and we are those multi-dimensional beings of vast and infinite awareness. We are not the physical dense body and form we have been led to believe we are. We are a more subtle form of physical being, ethereal in nature, vibrations and waves of consciousness cascading endlessly like a stream of cosmic thought with no beginning and no end. Vessels and channels, conduits for the great divine spark, ever infused and imbued with loving wisdom and kindness for our fellow beings. We enter the midst of cosmic transition. Upheaval will prevail for the short time but this is part of the shift in paradigm, light will overcome any that stands in its path, for it is written in and beyond the stars.
“This is us, we are the light, and we are those multi-dimensional beings of vast and infinite awareness.”
“A new world is being born and we venture as collective souls toward it. With majestic grace, held by Gods.”
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WHAT FEBRUARY’S FULL MOON MEANS FOR YOU With Brandi Khan
Under the Spotlight: Your Full Moon astrology forecast!
On February 12th, a bold and fiery full moon will light up the sky, bringing on unexpected shifts and potential for personal growth.
Leo Energy embodies creativity, leadership, courage, and loyalty. This brings a bold and expressive tone, leading to passionate encounters and tension driven by ego and pride. We will be encouraged to balance confidence with humility. Full moons serve as a powerful mirror, reflecting what lies beneath the surface of our consciousness. Adding to the intensity, this full moon is strongly influenced by Uranus, which will amplify themes of freedom, truth, justice, and social change. Unexpected developments in global events, financial markets, and personal revelations may emerge, shedding light on hidden truths.
“Be prepared for sudden shifts and groundbreaking insights as the energy of the month unfolds.”
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How to Channel this Energy
● Stay Emotionally Grounded Emotions may be running high, so take responsibility for your reactions. Use deep breathing techniques to soothe your nervous system and maintain inner balance. ● Stand in Your Sovereignty Own your personal power and avoid handing control over to others. Safeguard your liberty by not conforming without thought to leadership that doesn’t align with your truth.
“Lead with love, stay true to yourself, and may this month bring you
wisdom and happiness.”
● Self-Reflection is Key Through journaling and
meditation, explore the emotions that have surfaced. Write about what you’ve learned and identify what needs to be released.
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Trance Through Time: How Much Do You Know?
Think you’re a history buff when it comes to trance? Test your knowledge and see if you're in the zone! Take this self-scoring quiz to discover how much you really know about the fascinating evolution of trance. Challenge yourself and learn something new—let’s see if you can master the past!
Lenora Piper
Edgar Cayce
Helen Duncan
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ORACLE CARDS AND MEDIUMSHIP WITH LAURIE SMITH
Cards can also serve as a tool for mediumship, even if it might seem a bit unconventional. I experienced this firsthand during a reading recently. I pulled a card for a woman, and it featured an image of an old rocking chair. Instantly, I was reminded of my grandmother's rocking chair, and before I knew it, the woman’s grandmother came through. What began as a simple card pull quickly turned into a powerful mediumship reading.
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LAURIE SMITH, EDITOR
Laurie McKeogh Smith is a Psychic, Medium, Teacher, and Founder of Edify Your Soul Magazine. Her passion is helping people realize their potential in this lifetime by guiding them to connect with their intuition, heal from past experiences, and embrace their spiritual gifts. With years of experience in psychic and mediumship development, Laurie offers insightful readings, transformative classes, and supportive mentorship. https://www.edifyyoursoul.com/
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NANCY ORLEN WEBER Nancy Orlen Weber is the author of three books, and is known world wide for her work as a Psychic Detective. She is a nurse, medical intuitive, animal communicator, psychic, medium and more. Nancy helps people discover their own innate connection with all of life through her writings, workshops, and private sessions. https://nancyorlenweber.com/
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MINISTER SIMONE KEY Minister Simone Key is an Appointed Teacher (TSNU) of the Spiritualists’ National Union, a Diploma holder in Public Speaking and Spiritualist Education, as well as a Certificate holder in speaking, demonstrating and teaching. She is also an Appointed Assessor. Simone was a tutor for three decades at the prestigious Arthur Findlay College, and teaches trance mediumship, spiritual healing and evidential mediumship. https://simonekey.com/
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DEBBIE ROMERO Debbie Romero is a globally recognized Evidential Psychic Medium, Paranormal Investigator, Energy Worker, and Empowerment Teacher. Her unique blend of psychic abilities and healing energy has set her apart spiritually, garnering her international acclaim. With a profound connection to the spiritual realm, she has dedicated her life to helping others explore the mysteries of the unseen world. As an accomplished practitioner, Debbie's work transcends traditional boundaries, offering transformative experiences that empower individuals on their spiritual journeys. She is a sought-after guide for those seeking to understand and connect with the energies that shape our lives. www.DebbieRomero.com Readings & Mentorship 33
Paul is a Psychic Medium and Clairvoyant based in Norwich Norfolk UK, covering Psychic and Clairvoyant readings in person or online. He also offers development groups in Mediumship and Meditation. https://www.paulbannistermedium.co.uk/ “My true passion is to demonstrate evidential Mediumship. This can bring enormous comfort to those of us that have suffered a bereavement. The knowledge that life is eternal can be truly comforting, allowing us to move forward with out lives.” PAUL BANNISTER
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BRANDI KHAN Brandi Khan is a certified Counseling Astrologer and Intuitive Medium. She also holds a Master of Science degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Child and Adolescent Development. Brandi is also certified as an RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy) practitioner. As the host of "Stellar Parenting", she shares her astrological insights each week on A1R Psychic Radio. https://brandikhan.com/
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JENNIFER ROSE
Jennifer Rose serves as an international spiritual evidential medium, trance healer and channel, teacher, public speaker, transformational guide, writer, poet, and humanitarian. In addition to her one on one work with clients, she demonstrates mediumship for small groups and large audiences, Spiritualist churches, and for charitable causes, spreading the awareness that love and life are eternal. She is known for her accuracy, love and compassion when connecting with Spirit. Teaching mediumship, healing, and spirituality is also a passion of hers, helping others to discover and enhance their spiritual gifts, and embrace their own unique way of working. https://www.mediumjenniferrose.com/
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