Blog: The Development Journal
By Danielle Searancke
Blog
Teachings and inspirations by Danielle
Committed to speaking about development, while honouring your humanity, Spirit School is a space for people to land who are following their spiritual curiosities and are looking for grounded teachings and topics to enhance the spiritual path.
The Harm of “Exposure” as Payment
"Learn why 'exposure as payment' harms creatives and Indigenous workers. Discover the importance of reciprocity and fair compensation."
Sacred Spirit Retreat: Days 4 & 5 – Exploring the Higher Chakras & Saying Goodbye
Day 4 of the Sacred Spirit Retreat was another transformative day as we explored the throat, third eye, and crown chakras. We capped the day off with some of our favourite activities and said some tearful goodbyes the next day.
Day 3 at the Sacred Spirit Retreat: Confidence and Love
Day 3 of the Sacred Spirit Retreat was a profound journey into the realms of the solar plexus and heart chakras. After another delicious breakfast prepared by the talented chefs at Loon Lake Resort, our group gathered briefly before dispersing to get glammed up for the day's activities.
Sacred Spirit Retreat Day 2: Deep Roots and Sacred Water
Day 2 of the Sacred Spirit Retreat began a beautiful exploration of the chakra system, starting with the root and sacral chakras. Danielle infused her teachings with personal stories, highlighting the transformative power of reconnecting with her Indigenous culture and wisdom.
Sacred Spirit Retreat Day 1: Warm Welcomes, Joyous Reunions, and Deep Spiritual Connections
We are thrilled to share the highlights of Day 1 of the Sacred Spirit Retreat, set against the serene backdrop of Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre.
5 Ways to Develop Your Intuition
How do you know if your intuition is correct? I know we all have experiences where we have a thought, dream, or say something, and then it becomes true. And we wonder if it was a fluke or if we are intuitive. For many of us, that's precisely how our intuitive journeys work.
Here are five tips on how to start tracking your intuition so you can learn a little more about how to understand your intuitive soul and how spirit speaks to you.
7 Ways to Work with Your Spirit Guide
I never doubted I had a guide; I just came from this place of trust and faith, and a couple of experiences took me to my third awakening when I started honing in on the idea we are assigned a spirit guide.
Here, I share seven tips for working with your spirit guide(s), from meeting and talking to them to receiving signs and calling in specialty guides.
Healing Energy Sickness
The term ‘energy sickness’ came into my awareness early in my development journey. One evening, I was listening to a meditation track when I felt an intense pressure on the top of my head: my crown chakra. It was a really intense experience that lasted for about five minutes. I actually took myself out of it because it was physically uncomfortable. I had a reading the next day, and in the following few days, I would experience what felt like the flu. Nothing I tried helped with my symptoms, and it wasn’t until I received advice from an elder that I was able to feel better.