Some call it channeling. Others say it’s spirit-guided writing.
Whatever you name it, automatic writing is simply this:
You get out of the way, and Spirit comes through.
It’s not spooky or strange – it’s actually quite natural.
So many creatives do this without even realizing it.
- Paul McCartney has said he felt guided when writing “Let It Be.”
- Carole King? Channeled her music.
- A Course in Miracles? Fully channeled by someone who identified as an atheist.
- Stevie Nicks? Yep – spirit-led.
You don’t need to be a psychic or a poet to do this.
You just need to be open.
You’ve Probably Already Done It
When I first began automatic writing, I didn’t even know that’s what I was doing.
It just flowed.
And that’s the key: stop overthinking it.
When we get too serious or worried about “doing it right,” the ego takes over and blocks the channel.
How to Start Automatic Writing
Here’s the truth: it’s much simpler than we make it. Try this:
Step 1: Set the Space
- Grab a notebook and pen (yes, pen – not a keyboard)
- Light a candle if you’d like
- Say a prayer or invocation – call in protection (Archangel Michael is my go-to)
- Set the intention for clarity and connection with love and truth
Step 2: Ask
You can start with a simple question like:
“Spirit, what do I need to know today?”
Or ask for guidance for a loved one, or even the world.
Then… start writing.
Step 3: Keep the Pen Moving
At first, it may feel like you. That’s okay.
But as you keep writing – without stopping – you may notice:
- The language shifts (you’ll use words you normally wouldn’t)
- The handwriting changes (different size, slant, spacing)
- The tone feels softer, wiser, more loving
In my own writing, Spirit always uses the phrase “dear one.”
That’s not my language – it’s theirs.
Tips to Deepen Your Practice
- Don’t worry about being perfect. Let go of “doing it right.”
- If you pause and nothing comes – don’t stop your pen. Doodle. Scribble. Move.
This keeps the energy flowing. - Try just 4–5 minutes to start. You don’t need to channel for an hour.
- Trust what comes through. Even if it feels subtle.
- Remember: you are Spirit, embodied. You’re not separate from the Spirit world – you’re in it.
Your Invitation to Connect
Automatic writing isn’t a special gift for a select few.
It’s a channel available to anyone who’s willing to listen.
Let the words flow through your pen, and you just might hear what your soul – or your angels – have been waiting to say.
Tell Me…
Have you tried automatic writing before?
What did you experience?
Shoot me an email at [email protected] and share your story – I’d love to hear what came through you.
