A New Chapter:
As I continue sharing about mindfulness, mental health, and chronic illness, I’ve been feeling a deeper pull toward exploring the spiritual aspects of healing as well. My journey has led me to experiences that go beyond the physical and mental—into moments of profound clarity, intuition, and connection. While I will still provide practical resources and insights on mental and physical well-being, I also feel called to share more about the spiritual side of transformation, including experiences like peak awakenings, energy surges, intuition, and even channeling. My hope is that these reflections will offer new perspectives and tools for those who, like me, are navigating both the seen and unseen layers of healing. Curious about peak awakenings? Keep scrolling for FAQ's & answers to common questions!
Why It Matters: Peak Experience
What Is it?
A peak experience is more than just a fleeting moment of joy—it can be a catalyst for deep soul & spiritual transformation. These experiences offer a glimpse into a more expansive way of being, where clarity, connection, and purpose become undeniable. In the context of spiritual awakening, a peak experience can serve as a breakthrough, reshaping how you see yourself and the world. It may provide profound insights, affirm your path, or even dissolve old limitations, allowing you to move forward with greater alignment.
Recognizing and integrating these moments is essential because they offer a taste of what’s possible—a reminder that there’s more to existence than the everyday struggles. They show us the depth of our own consciousness and the interconnectedness of all things.
The Breakdown:
Here’s what makes a peak experience so powerful:
Deep Connection: You may feel profoundly linked to the universe, a higher power, or the collective energy of life itself. This sense of unity can dissolve feelings of isolation.
Intense Clarity: These moments often bring a sudden and undeniable understanding of your purpose, your path, or the deeper nature of reality.
Timelessness & Expansion: Time may feel irrelevant, and you might sense yourself expanding beyond your physical form, past fatigue, experiencing existence in a way that goes beyond logic.
Surge of Love & Inner Peace: Many describe overwhelming waves of love, gratitude, excitement, or a sense of being exactly where they are meant to be. This can lead to lasting changes in perspective and emotional well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Peak Awakenings
1. What is a peak awakening?
A peak awakening is a transformative moment of deep clarity, connection, or insight. It often feels spiritually expansive, bringing a heightened sense of awareness, love, or purpose. People may experience this during meditation, nature walks, personal breakthroughs, or moments of profound stillness.
2. How do I know if I’ve had a peak experience or spiritual awakening?
If you’ve ever felt:
✅ A sudden and overwhelming sense of clarity or purpose
✅ A deep connection to the universe, nature, or a higher power
✅ A feeling of timelessness, as if you were outside of time
✅ An emotional surge of love, peace, or understanding
✅ A sense that your perspective has permanently shifted
…you may have had a peak awakening.
These moments can be life-changing and often lead to spiritual growth or self-discovery.
3. What triggers a peak awakening?
A peak experience can be triggered by:
Meditation or mindfulness practices
Profound life changes (loss, love, Illness, birth, near-death experiences)
Nature experiences (hiking, ocean waves, looking at the stars, or camp fire)
Creative flow states (art, music, writing)
Spiritual awakening practices (prayer, energy work, breathwork)
Psychedelic or mystical experiences
4. What should I do after having a peak awakening?
After experiencing a peak awakening, consider:
🌿 Journaling to capture detailed insights and emotions
🌿 Meditation or grounding to integrate the experience
🌿 Sharing your story with others who may relate
🌿 Exploring spiritual practices that support further growth
🌿 Embracing change—your perspective may shift in unexpected ways
5. Is a peak awakening the same as a spiritual awakening?
A peak awakening is often a momentary breakthrough, while a spiritual awakening is an ongoing journey. Many people have multiple peak experiences over time, each one deepening their understanding of themselves and the universe.
6. Can I have more than one peak experience?
Yes! Spiritual growth is a journey, not a one-time event. Some people have multiple peak awakenings throughout life, each one expanding their awareness and understanding in new ways. The key is to stay open and present to these moments when they arise.
7. How can I invite more peak experiences into my life?
You can create conditions for more peak awakenings by:
✨ Practicing mindfulness & meditation daily
✨ Spending time in nature
✨ Engaging in creative flow states (music, art, movement)
✨ Practicing gratitude & presence in everyday moments
✨ Exploring breathwork, energy work, or deep self-reflection
8. What if I don’t feel spiritually connected after a peak experience?
It’s normal for the intensity of a peak experience to fade over time. Instead of trying to hold onto the feeling, focus on integrating the insights into daily life. Return to practices that help you feel connected, such as meditation, journaling, or community discussions.
Grounding Yourself and Following Your Path is Key
My Journey:
Whenever I start to write this section, I close my eyes and ask my spirit team—my intuition, higher self, and all the Gods, Goddesses, earth energies, and spirits I connect with—to help me find the words I feel called to express.
On January 25th, 2025, when the planets aligned, I had my first profound peak experience. It lasted for hours, catching me by surprise, yet feeling exhilarating and deeply calming at the same time. Usually at this time of night I’m exhausted, but my body felt neither tired nor overwhelmed, it simply was. It was as if a veil had lifted, revealing layers of understanding I hadn’t accessed before. Thoughts flowed effortlessly, angel numbers increased, insights landed with crystal clarity, and I felt an undeniable connection to something greater than myself.
One catalyst was Ash_TheSelfHealer on Instagram, but it wasn’t just one person, account, platform or thing—it was a convergence of everything I had been seeing, learning, practicing, and opening myself up to. The flow of information hasn’t stopped since, but I’ll share more on that in a future post.
I also want to reassure anyone reading this that this didn’t happen overnight. I didn’t meditate for one day and suddenly have a breakthrough. Since 2021 or 2022, I’ve been deeply committed to mindfulness, meditation, and inner healing. I’ve spent years working hard at peeling back layers, learning to regulate my nervous system, learning about my illnesses and expanding my awareness. This peak experience wasn’t a random event—it was a natural progression of the work I’ve been doing. If you’re on a similar path, know that every moment of practice matters, even if the shifts aren’t immediate.
During a therapy session, I described the experience to my therapist, who introduced me to the term "peak experience." (I had to look it up afterward!) She recognized how my mindful healing journey had been leading me in a more spiritual direction, and I realized that what I had previously called a spiritual awakening was part of something even bigger.
If you are also feeling this surge of energy and channeled flow, make sure to remember to ground yourself and take care of your body. It’s easy to get swept away by experiences like these and forget our self-care routines. Stay connected to hear more on this soon!
Your Turn:
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Sources:
Abraham Maslow’s Work on Peak Experiences – Maslow, a psychologist, described these as moments of self-actualization and deep insight.
A Course in Miracles – Awakening aligns with ACIM’s teachings on perception shifts and divine connection.
Mindfulness & Neuroscience – Research on meditation and altered states of consciousness can support the physiological and psychological aspects.
Personal Experience & Intuition – My unique perspective makes this post authentic and relatable.
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