I received an email from a reader asking this important question. She commented on how many folks who consider themselves “angel experts” insist that Angels will only come and help when we ask them to. She went on to say that these are also the folks who teach specific steps, rituals, prayers, etc. for how to connect with angels that seem unnecessary and overcomplicated with too many “rules” and wanted to hear my thoughts.
Here is my response: Let me give you the short answer first. Short answer: Yes. Angels assist with or without our request. No rituals required. No perfect wording necessary. No complicated rules. Now the longer answer.
When we incarnate into this human experience, we are not dropped here alone. Each of us is accompanied by Guardian Angels whose role is to watch over us in ways we rarely see. Babies don’t know to ask. Someone unconscious in an accident cannot form a prayer. A person who has never heard the word “angel” still receives protection. Love does not wait for a formal invitation in an emergency.
Beyond that, I believe we ourselves choose a kind of Higher Council before we come here — a group of guiding beings aligned with our soul’s journey. Their purpose isn’t to override free will, but to help orchestrate timing. To keep us aligned with the deeper blueprint of why we came. Have you ever done something that made no logical sense at the time? Signed up for something on a whim… Walked across a room to talk to a stranger… Taken a detour that later changed everything…
Those moments often feel like “I don’t know why I did that, but I just knew.” That can be a nudge from your Council — a course correction or alignment moment that keeps you on track with your soul’s intentions.
So yes, angels and divine helpers intervene in many ways without being asked.
Now, here’s where the confusion often comes in. Free will matters. In everyday life, when we are consciously navigating choices, asking invites collaboration. It signals willingness. It opens the door wider. But emergency protection and soul-level guidance are not withheld because someone forgot a prayer or didn’t know the right wording. Love is not bureaucratic.
As for the complicated rituals and strict rules — I’ve never found them necessary. Connection is natural. Angels are not waiting for you to memorize steps or say the exact phrase correctly. They respond to sincerity, to openness, to intention — not performance.
So your instinct is right. There are countless stories of intervention that happened without formal asking. And yes, divine help shows up in both small and dramatic ways.
The beauty is this: you are supported whether you remember to ask or not. Asking simply makes the relationship conscious. It turns unseen support into a partnership. And partnership is powerful.
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
Every time you invite Spirit into your life—even with a simple request—you strengthen your connection to the Divine. Whether whispered in a moment of need or declared with joyful intention, your ask becomes a spark that activates unseen support. But here’s the best part: there are no rigid rules. Spirit works with your rhythm, your style, your flow. That’s what makes this journey so personal—and so powerful.
💫 Q&A Spotlight
Question: One of the most common questions I get is: “Do I have to ask each day, or can it just be once?”
Here’s the simple answer: You only need to ask once… but you’re welcome to ask as often as you like. You see, the universe doesn’t have a memory problem. Once your intention is set and your Angel Committee is on the job, you can trust that the work has begun. But — just like checking in with a beloved team or dear friend — daily engagement can help you stay aligned, focused, and open to receive.
🌟 From the Reader Files: A Real-Life Magic in Action
💫 Theresa, a singer/songwriter and co-founder of a nonprofit, shared how she loved holding daily “staff meetings” with her angels. They were working on everything from her music career to expanding love and peace through her nonprofit. She even gave each angel a “Roles and Responsibilities” sheet and a formal hire date. Her excitement? Contagious. Her results? Magical.
And then there’s Jennifer that wrote: “I use Hiring the Heavens almost daily. It’s by far the most effective and quickest form of spiritual help I could ever ask for.”
✍️ Your Invitation
So, ask once and trust — or make it a daily ritual to feel the love and joy of co-creation. There’s no wrong way when it’s all from the heart.
✨ Bonus Tip: Keep a “Hiring Journal” — jot down who you hired, when, and any nudges, signs, or results that follow. It’s incredible to look back and see the evidence of divine teamwork!
I would love to hear YOUR story, too! Who or what intention did you call on for heavenly support—and how did it show up for you? Just hit reply and share with me… your journey might inspire someone else too.
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
Twenty years ago, Hiring the Heavens opened the door for readers around the world to partner with unseen heavenly helpers. Today, it’s still transforming lives-now in four languages, and newly available on Audible!
To celebrate, I’m sharing a short email every few days filled with stories, questions, and reminders of how you can actively co-create with your angelic team.
💫 Q&A Spotlight
Question: How do I know who to hire?
This is one of the most common questions I get-and the good news is, you don’t have to get it “perfect.” You can hire based on the qualities, skills, or energy you want. For example:
• Need motivation? Hire a “Personal Trainer Angel.” • Launching a new idea? Call in a “Creative Director Angel.” • Want help letting go of clutter? Bring on the “Organizing Angel.”
It’s not about naming a being-it’s about being clear on the intention and the vibe you want to partner with. And the more you play with this, the more specific-and magical-your hires will become.
🌟 From the Reader Files: A Real-Life Magic in Action
💫 “The first committee I set up was called ‘Say the Right Thing.’ I created it to help me heal my family by guiding me to speak in ways that bring peace and understanding. Instead of feeding me the perfect words, the angels used a touching video to open my husband’s heart and help him truly understand our daughter for the first time. It was miraculous.” – Claudia 💫 “I’ve been hiring angels for everything lately-from an Angel of Acceptance to an Angel of the Dolla Dolla Billz Y’all. It sounds playful, but I’ve already experienced surprising support and a deeper sense of joy and connection. Angels can truly be dear friends for the cosmic and the completely mundane.” – Anonymous testimonial.
✍️ Your Invitation
Today, take a moment to hire a specialist for just one thing on your mind. Name the position, describe the task, and give your team permission to act. They’re already lining up, waiting to say yes. 😉
With joy and celebration, Jean Slatter Author of Hiring the Heavens
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About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
Discovering the Mystic Within: An Interview with Jean Slatter
In this episode of the Ask Julie Ryan Show, host Julie Ryan sits down with Jean Slatter, a mystic and author of the book Hiring the Heavens. Jean shares her unique approach to accessing Higher Guidance and finding clarity, direction, and purpose in everyday life.
Embracing the Mystic Life
Jean Slatter, the creative force behind Creative Mystic, dives into her spiritual journey that began over two decades ago. She describes a mystic as someone who grapples with life’s big questions, like “Who am I?” and “What is my soul’s purpose?” Jean believes that everyone has the potential to explore these profound questions, even amidst the mundane tasks of daily life.
The Awakening Moment
Jean’s transformative experience came when she was working as a naturopath. A seemingly random comment from a client led her to discover an unexpected truth. This moment was a catalyst for Jean, shifting her perspective from a purely physical understanding of the world to recognizing a deeper, spiritual dimension. She began calling on spiritual “specialists” for guidance in her professional and personal life, from spiritual physicians to marketers.
Hiring the Heavens
The concept of “Hiring the Heavens” emerged as Jean started to imagine spiritual helpers assisting her with various life tasks. Whether it was finding the perfect dress or solving a mechanical issue with her car, she discovered that asking for spiritual help led to miraculous outcomes. Jean recounts stories of people finding lost jewelry and other remarkable incidents, emphasizing that the spiritual realm is ready and willing to assist us, even in the smallest aspects of our lives.
A Journey of Questioning and Growth
Jean also reflects on her upbringing in a strict environment. She discusses the importance of questioning long-held beliefs and finding one’s own truth. Her journey led her from rejecting all spiritual notions to embracing a broader, more inclusive understanding of spirituality.
Connecting with Ancestors and Saints
In a fascinating discussion, Julie and Jean explore the similarities between Jean’s spiritual practices and traditional rituals across cultures. They note how people have long called upon saints, ancestors, and deities for guidance and support, suggesting that Jean’s approach is a modern interpretation of ancient practices.
Jean Slatter’s insights and experiences offer a refreshing perspective on spirituality, reminding us that we all have the capacity to tap into our Higher Guidance. Her approach, blending practicality with mysticism, encourages us to explore our spiritual potential and live more enriched lives.
Don’t miss this enlightening episode! Subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with your friends and family. Discover how you too can start “Hiring the Heavens” for a life filled with purpose and joy.
Listen to the full episode on The Ask Julie Ryan Show and embark on your own spiritual journey today!
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
In the latest episode of Beyond The Reiki Gateway, host Andrea Kennedy sits down with Jean Slatter to explore the profound realm of Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). They delve into how tapping into your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ) offers a deep understanding of one’s life path by providing insights that go beyond the limited perspective of the conscious mind.
Jean emphasizes that our higher guidance is an intrinsic part of us, familiar with our past lives and future possibilities. By raising our Transcendent Intelligence (TQ), we can engage in meaningful conversations with this inner wisdom, gaining a broader understanding of our life’s purpose and direction. Unlike the often binary and misleading nature of yes/no questions, Jean advocates for more nuanced methods like using pendulums and oracle cards to receive detailed guidance.
She recounts personal anecdotes and client stories, illustrating how seemingly simple yes/no answers can be misinterpreted without the full context. For example, a yes to “is this person my soulmate?” might indicate a deep connection from past lives, but it doesn’t necessarily mean they are the right partner in this lifetime. This nuanced understanding underscores the importance of seeking comprehensive guidance and strengthening your innate Transcendent Intelligence (TQ).
Transcendent Intelligence (TQ) tools
Jean introduces various tools, including pendulums and dowsing charts, which can provide more detailed responses, such as percentages or qualitative measures. She explains that these tools help bypass the conscious mind, allowing the subconscious to relay messages from higher guidance. Jean also stresses the ethical use of these tools, emphasizing the importance of seeking permission before dowsing for others and respecting their privacy.
The conversation also touches on the transformative power of connecting with our higher guidance. It can turn life’s seemingly random events into meaningful experiences aligned with a greater purpose. By developing this connection, individuals can experience a profound sense of joy and fulfillment, understanding the deeper orchestration of their lives.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in deepening their spiritual practice and accessing the wisdom of their higher self. Whether you’re new to these concepts or looking to refine your skills, Jean Slatter’s approach offers practical tools and inspiring insights to guide you on your path. Tune in and discover how to move beyond the limitations of the conscious mind and embrace a life filled with transcendent joy.
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
I was recently interviewed on the Quantum Living podcast with Anna Anderson. We took a deep dive into the nature of our purpose in life and revealed several self-empowering concepts and techniques.
We did not hold back. It’s quite possible we discussed ideas you’ve never heard before. We talked about the purpose of our lives, why we are here, divination tools and techniques, Hiring the Heavens, and even an easy trick on how to remove foreign entities. You will not want to miss this powerful conversation!
A must listen!
I want to highlight some of my favorite discussion points, because they were just that GOOD.
1. We are always on a path to discovery. In fact, the journey to self-discovery never ends. All roads in your life will lead to a greater understanding of who you are (your unique light) and how you create (how you express it). The purpose of your life is not to learn, but to create. Yes, you will of course learn, but the PURPOSE is to create. We are here on purpose, for a purpose and that purpose is creating.
2. My definition of a soul is an individuated aspect of God. The moment that God has an “I wonder” thought, souls are formed to experience that thought from every perspective. Each experience we have evolves God.
3. We are not all dealt the same deck of cards! No one person has all 52 cards and we must use our unique hand to plan the game. It takes skill to play the life game, and each of our skills are unique. Discover YOUR cards, discover YOUR divine gifts and how you express them to the world.
4. With Divination tools and accessing your Higher Guidance, your answers are as good as your questions are. Let Higher Guidance take the lead and don’t force a question.
5. We really don’t want a life of ease. We are here to create and work for it. We are up for the challenge and success will feel that much better through the challenges.
It was a pleasure to have been hosted on her podcast. I loved it and hope you enjoy your listen! Please comment below how you liked the podcast and if there was a particular aspected that appealed to you.
Listen here at the Quantum Living podcast with Anna Anderson!
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
Stories inspire us and expand our imagination to ideas we would not have thought of. Here is your opportunity to share your Hiring the Heavens stories and experiences to inspire others. I have been amazed over the past several years of the creative ways people have used the Hiring the Heavens concept. I’ve gotten chuckles and great laughs from some of the stories and awesome touched-by-an-angel goose bumps by others. You will too.
Hiring the Heavens stories need to be shared!
I intend to collect these stories for a companion book to Hiring the Heavens. By submitting your story here, I am receiving your permission to possibly include it in my book or blog writings. Please provide your name at the bottom as you would like to see it published.
Thank you for being open to share your Hiring the Heavens stories. You never know how your story may be just the inspiration someone else will use to make a miracle happen in their life.
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
The vast majority of people believe in angels or a divine source of assistance. Enthusiasts often reveal dramatic stories of divine assistance that have clearly affected them at a deep level. One such story I heard recently brings tears to my eyes every time I think of it.
A mother and her son
A mother recounted how she and her two-year-old son were admiring a parked fire truck. They crossed the street to go about their business, and then the unthinkable happened. The mother turned and saw her son running back across the street toward the fire truck and a car barreling down upon him. The impending accident was certain. It was an endless moment of anguish, panic, and pain that no mother ever wants to experience.
“Please God, NO!” was her only thought. Simultaneously with that thought, she saw an angel swoop down and catapult her son back into her arms with such force that they both fell backward. They held onto each other, crying with utter emotional relief as the full impact of what had happened came to their awareness.
Later that night when she was tucking her son in bed, her son said, “Mommy, did you see me fly!”
Stories of divine assistance
Spectacular stories such as this one warm our hearts and inspire our faith in miracles. However we have come to believe that the powers of the Universe are reserved for breathtaking rescues and other deeds of heroic proportion. What about smaller, less dramatic needs? Can the powers of the heavens be called upon to support us in mundane matters of ordinary life?
Open your eyes and you will see evidence on a less-sensational scale of daily occurrences that are every bit as miraculous. You do have access to the creative power of the celestial realms—a gift given to you by the heavens, and one you are expected to use with great joy for the highest good of all. You must first realize that you are an integral part of the divine plan of creation, not a bystander but in fact director of the grand drama of life on this Earthly plain. You can quite literally “employ” divine assistance to make your every wish a reality and invite miracles in even the small endeavors of your life.
A simple way to shift your perception of the spiritual world is to imagine a vast resource pool of eager specialists with every skill and talent needed to aid us in all aspects of our lives. Imagine an angel adept at accounting, or proficient at sales, or gifted in diplomacy. Imagine that an entire staff stands ready to support you in small issues such as arranging chance meetings, finding lost items, and bringing new insights. Whether you believe it is help from the angels, from your higher-self, or simply the power of thought, you can ease the struggle in your everyday life by tapping into this incredible Universal power.
Enlisting divine assistance
Last month, my friend Rachel called me, overflowing with excitement about her most recent experience with enlisting celestial assistance. Her twelve-year-old son, Logan, had to do a school report on football star Joe Montana. He had been frustrated finding resource books at the school library, so Rachel drove him to their local branch library. Rachel sat in the car with her younger daughter while Logan spent about an hour in the library. He returned to the car empty-handed and discouraged, having discovered that all of the Joe Montana books had already been checked out.
Rachel told him not to worry and suggested that he go back into the library and look around one more time. As he walked away, she closed her eyes and asked for an angelic homework assistant to help him find exactly what he was looking for. Just a couple of minutes later, she and her daughter walked into the library to see how he was doing. She saw her son standing in the check-out line, holding a wonderful oversized picture book with the title Montana across the top.
“That’s perfect!” she beamed. “How did you find it so quickly?”
He whispered, “You won’t believe this, Mom,” and then took her over to the side. He spoke as if he was a little spooked, recounting how he had returned to the sports section of the library when suddenly a thought appeared in his mind: “Maybe a book fell behind the shelves.” Something then compelled him to stick his head right into a space in the racks and look down.
He continued, “I saw the edge of a book, so I reached down and pulled this up!”
Logan was completely incredulous, but Rachel was certain it was due to divine assistance.
But what she told me next was so outrageous that I could hardly believe it myself: When Logan went to check out the book, the librarian at the counter told him that this book wasn’t even in the library’s computer system! It appears the spiritual homework assistant had placed the perfect book there for him, simply for the taking. Now that’s magic!
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
“Now where did I leave my keys?” Sara spoke out loud to no one as she dumped her purse out on the table, hoping her car keys would appear from beneath the cosmetics and other various items. “I could have sworn I had them when I walked in.” Sara could not afford a delay; after all, it was her first day at a new job.
She had already been up by 6 a.m. to get her two children off to school. A single mom, Sara was managing the best she could, but it seemed like everything was such a struggle. Becoming frantic, she searched through her coat pockets and scanned the entryway table where she was likely to drop them. Nothing. Desperately, she cried out, “God! Where did I leave my keys?” In the very next moment she had her answer as she turned and stepped squarely upon them.
Coincidence or something else?
We’ve all experienced that kind of coincidence. For the most part, we give little thought as to how it happens, and we dismiss it with no further significance attached. What if it is more than mere coincidence? What if it is the power of synchronicity, the power of grace, even the power of…miracles? What if Sara unwittingly tapped into a very real source of invisible assistance that is available to us all if we only knew we could ask?
Many religions tell us that God is within. Daytime talk shows remind us to connect with Spirit. Dozens of best-selling authors encourage us to access our divine guidance. But how many of us really feel confident that we can call forth the infinite power of the Heavens—that it’s ours for the asking, and that it can be put to use right down here on Earth, even for such trivial problems as finding our car keys? Yet that’s what everyday miracles are all about.
We’ve kept God and the power of the Heavens at arm’s length. Somehow we have it in our minds that when it comes to daily life, we have been left to make or break it on our own. We reserve our prayers for the big-ticket items such as world peace or the healing of a loved one, but we feel selfish and presumptuous to solicit divine assistance for mundane human problems such as paying bills, meeting deadlines, or locating lost car keys.
Is it possible we have it all backwards? Actually divine connection is the most appropriate in the ordinary struggles of everyday life! Believe it or not, our angels and all of the spiritual realm want to be included in every aspect of our lives. They want us to call upon them. They are eager for us to know that their loving energy is available to us anytime, anywhere, in any situation (however trivial we may think it is). They love showing us miracles are possible.
Heavenly help is an unconditional gift offered to us by God, with every expectation that we will “employ” it to the fullest. In fact, the Universe is counting on us to put our celestial support staff to work, for it is through each of us that God both experiences and creates. Our Maker wants us to succeed, to fulfill our unique spiritual purpose, and to discover and co-create the life of our dreams. Tapping into everyday miracles is our God-given right.
Access to miracles
If we truly have access to miracles through the most powerful workforce in the Universe, then why do we feel so alone? Because no one told us we could ask. No one told us how easy it could be.
Many years ago, I had a shift in perception that changed the way I viewed the cooperative effort of the nonphysical and the physical on our behalf. It has changed my life dramatically, bringing me incredible synchronicities far beyond mathematical probabilities.
This shift was a new awareness that the spiritual world is every bit as diverse as our own physical world. I came to understand that the celestial realm possesses every skill, characteristic, interest, style, ability, and talent that we humans do. I simply pictured an entire celestial workforce that could fulfill every position possible in the most expansive yellow pages imaginable.
I envisioned that the vastness of the Heavens was standing ready to assist me in the creation of my world and that all these spiritual experts and specialists were available to me for “hire.” I employed my spiritual workforce in every aspect of my life, letting their powers of serendipity iron out the struggles, and create miracles.
This simple concept brings the powers of the Heavens down to Earth and makes it easy for us to have a personal relationship with the divine as never before. The idea is easy for our minds to grasp, since we are familiar with the hiring of specialists in daily life. By expanding this concept to the spiritual realm, you can invite serendipity, synchronicity, and everyday miracles on purpose.
A lost wedding band
What happened to my brother Norm is a perfect example. The story began to unfold one Wednesday afternoon, when Norm removed his wedding band and placed it in his pocket while he worked in the yard pruning bushes. Later that evening he drove to the pizza parlor, and as he took his money out of his pocket he felt something hit his shoe and heard a clinking sound. He took a quick look around but thought nothing of it until he arrived back at the house when, of course, he realized his wedding band had fallen out.
Norm rushed back to the pizza parlor but had no success finding the missing wedding band. Frantically he asked all the employees to search as well, to no avail. For the next two mornings he returned to search, leaving notes for the cleanup crew. Still no luck. He continued to scour his truck, home, and yard, thinking maybe he had dropped the ring somewhere other than at the pizza parlor.
By Friday afternoon his heart was heavy, and he knew that the chances of ever finding his ring were slim now. But then he remembered my telling him of several rather unbelievable stories about long-lost items that had magically appeared once people “hired” Heavenly helpers, just like a miracle.
Rather skeptical, but with nothing to lose, he pictured an expert spiritual jewelry sleuth standing ready to be dispatched on his behalf who would be able to locate his ring and bring it to him. Norm asked right out loud for this angelic assistance, all the while feeling a bit silly. He couldn’t imagine how the powers of the Universe could be interested or concerned about his small dilemma.
The power of asking
But the very next morning he experienced the incredible power of his asking. You see, there is one place my brother is sure to look each morning as he steps into his truck. It is a bare spot of dirt amid the landscaping, purposely left blank so that he has somewhere to place his foot. Shockingly, sitting on top of the dirt, was his wedding band!
Stunned, Norm tried to piece things together…Could the ring possibly have been there for three days without him noticing it? Maybe. He had stepped in and out of his truck at least a half-dozen times since Wednesday, each time looking directly at the small dirt platform. How could he have both missed seeing the ring and avoided even partially burying it in the dirt? There didn’t seem to be a rational explanation other than the intervention of some very special divine forces. An everyday miracle.
Why is this so hard to believe? Accessing the invisible skills of the Universe seems so far-fetched in our “I gotta see it to believe it” world. Yet I invite you to consider that many of the little coincidences we all experience are actually arranged from a limitless and ever-creative Source that has been responsible for the manifestation of our physical world since the beginning of time.
The best news is that you can begin to cultivate the frequency of these miraculous synchronicities simply by asking through my “hiring” concept. You may feel tentative at first, but soon you’ll have no doubt that an extraordinary and loving resource is there to support you every step of the way.
Countless miracles!
I have heard dozens of stories of this divine power in action that are so incredible they give me chills. Although I enjoy a jaw-dropping testimonial as much as anyone, the true essence of my message is much more subtle and comforting than all of the sensationalism. Ancient Vedic wisdom sums it up by saying there are just two symptoms of enlightenment: we find ourselves worrying less and less…and we encounter meaningful coincidences of our asking more and more.
A gentleman named Gary understood this well when he described to me how everything in his life had changed since he had begun hiring his own angelic helpers a year earlier. Anticipating another enthusiastic account of miraculous proportion, I asked him if he could expound. He looked down pensively, almost as if he were stumped.
With a little tilt of his head, he told me that he could think of no particularly intriguing tale to share. “It’s just all the little things. I experience so many coincidences and synchronicities these days that my whole perspective on life feels different. The best way to say it is that the struggle is gone and there is so much more joy. I never worry about anything anymore…it’s like I know everything is taken care of for me.”
That’s what everyday miracles are really all about.
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
The very essence of individual experience begins with dreaming about something beyond what we have; something beyond our immediate reach. We all have dreams. It starts at a very young age, maybe even before we are conscious about it, but eventually we know there are dreams.
I can remember daydreaming often as a child. I had a favorite big rock in our pasture where I would lay and watch the clouds go by as the delicious warm summer rays of sun tickled my face. I would spend hours lost in daydreaming. Dreaming of the man I would someday meet to sweep me off my feet. Dreaming of the life I would lead of travel and adventure. Dreaming of the home I would create.
Dreaming is second nature to all of us.
It’s deep within our soul and is ever-present. We would not have created anything without dreaming of it first. Sometimes as we grow older we mistakenly fall into the trap of feeling guilty about dreaming as if there is something immature or selfish about it. We are told to put aside our childhood fantasies. We may even believe that it is better not to dream lest we be disappointed.
To the contrary if we set aside our dreaming we stop growing. Any accomplishment of mankind, big or small, began with dreaming. We can call them something more mature; goals, aspirations, desires, visions. Regardless of the name, they are still all dreams inspired by our need to reach beyond ourselves.
How do dreams become reality versus fantasy?
Every one of us has indulged in dreaming that we know will turn out to be nothing more than wishful thinking. But even though we are aware it is fantasy it is still fun to think of the what if’s. What if I found a million dollars? What if I was given the keys to that big mansion? What if I became the president of the company? It’s great entertainment to explore daydreams in your head.
Likewise we have all had the experience of believing in a goal so firmly that nothing would stand in the way. We knew that fulfillment was only a matter of time. Whatever dreams we have they either turn into fantasy or turn into reality. What determines this? How can we get what we want?
I remember going through a phase in my thirty’s of adopting the dreams that would create a certain social status and being mesmerized by how things were “supposed” to look. The big house, the nice car, the clothes were all part of the program. The movement at that time was to replace your dreams with a pre-formulated template and approach.
I noticed an interesting shift in my attitude at that time. Everything became goal oriented and routine activities were under scrutiny to remove any frivolous aspect. You scheduled parties with friends for the goal of unwinding. You scheduled evenings with your mate for the goal of spending quality time. Exercise was only done on a schedule for the precise goal of getting your heart rate up to eighty percent of maximum.
Measurable goals, that’s what we wanted and it was fun for a while but at some point I realized we can become so distracted by programmed aspirations that we can get caught in the proverbial rat race and lose touch with our dreams, frivolous or not.
Enter the mid-40’s
Another shift occurred as I entered my forties and my dreams took on a deeper origination, that of the soul. It became clear to me that we are on a journey with an express purpose, a meaning, that begs to be explored and that many of our dreams are actually a calling from our soul.
We long to find purpose but purpose can only be found deep within ourselves. At various times throughout our lives we hear the inner stirring urging us to go within and find out what our soul is asking for. It may be at mundane moments such as washing dishes or commuting to work, or during profound life-changing experiences but inevitably the calling of our soul comes forth.
It all begins with dreaming
Whether we are merely entertaining ourselves with wishful thinking or answering a call from our soul it all begins with dreaming. Through our imagination there is no boundary that can’t be explored. Lift off any dream restrictions you may have and take the time to ask yourself some very important questions. What do you long for? What makes you happy? What makes your heart sing? What will it take to make your life more joyful?
Fulfillment of your dreams is a natural process. Understanding this process and making it part of your everyday life is easier than you think. You’ll be amazed as your dreams come into focus with laser-like precision and life takes on a whole new perspective. You may find that dreaming will once again be a favorite pastime and in fact, essential to your growth.
About Jean – Jean Slatter is the founder of the Higher Guidance Life Coach certification program, which teaches holistic healing modalities and spiritual philosophies intended for self-growth and assisting others on their paths to wholeness. She is an accomplished author and inspirational speaker who is helping thousands to receive clarity, direction and purpose through their direct access to Higher Guidance.
In 2005 Jean published her landmark book Hiring the Heavens which introduces a unique perspective on connecting with the power of the heavens to fulfill your daily and life goals. Hiring the Heavens is inspiring people all over the world to create their world in tandem with the workforce of the celestial realm.
Certification programs andcourses – If you would like to learn more about becoming a Higher Guidance Life Coach, please visit the program overview page. Jean also provides multiple self-study courses including Hiring the Heavens-in depth, pendulum dowsing, and tools to raise your Transcendent Intelligence (TQ). You can find an overview of these courses here.
Audio and Ebooks – Jean provides a number of audio and Ebook products, which you can find here.
