What Does it Mean to Be the Light?


When the Light obliterates darkness; only Truth remains.

All we truly have is the Light, the inner knowing that quietly reveals the truth of who we are. It doesn’t shout. It doesn’t demand. It simply is. And continues, steady and radiant beneath all the noise.

Trusting ourselves, really trusting that inner Light, is perhaps the greatest challenge for a soul abused, wounded, or silenced. Especially for the sensitive, the empathic, and the spiritually open. Reclaiming that trust is revolutionary, especially when others taught you to doubt your truth in favor of their illusions.

But now is the time. Now we are called to trust ourselves more than we trust the projections of a world built on distortion. We must see through the glamor of those profiting from our confusion and return to what is quietly, eternally real.

There is immense power in claiming who you authentically are, without apology and without spiraling into doubt. Don’t lean on someone else’s vision of you. Don’t shrink to fit the frame they offer. Being authentic is not just about revealing yourself to the world; it’s about facing and embracing all parts of who you are — every shadow, every brilliance, every truth.

And as you accept yourself, as you see yourself clearly, your Light grows. It brightens. It strengthens.

Because you are the Light.

The gift of the Light is that it reveals the Truth.

As a divine being radiating into the world, you are the flame that exposes what cannot survive in the open. Corruption, greed, and deception — these forces thrive in darkness. But the Light dissolves what is false. It brings clarity, and with it, liberation.

When you focus on your light, you see your power. The greatest power you possess is your authenticity. To be true to yourself is not a minor act; it is a force that awakens the heart of humanity. That Light, your Light, is infectious. It inspires others to look within, to remember.

People have taught us to believe lies instead of our own intuition. And here’s the miracle: the Truth doesn’t need your belief to be real. Air doesn’t need you to believe it exists to fill your lungs. The sunlight doesn’t ask for worship to rise each day. The oak tree and the river don’t need your permission to exist.

Truth is the same. It exists without defense, without justification. It needs no champion, no cause, no temple, nor savior. It simply is.

Lies require effort. People must uphold, repeat, believe, and reinforce lies. But Truth stands on its own. It always has. It always will.

Once we see the Truth, nothing can hide it from the world.

Return to the Light within you. Trust it to always show you the Truth. Let it guide you home; not to what the world says you should be, but to what you’ve always been.


About the Author

Janet Kadow is a spiritual teacher, writer, speaker, and psychic reader. You can contact her for services and classes at www.janetkadow.com. Text or call 619.866.4405, or email janet@janetkadow.com.

Experiencing the Power of Your Spirit Guides

How to Feel The Presence Beyond the Veil

In a world where misinformation is rampant, spiritual teachers can be compromised, and religions seem out of touch, having insight and guidance you can trust above all others is imperative. To get the guidance we seek, spiritual people need to have a deep and clear connection to their Spirit Guides.

Spirit Guides are beings of infinite love and wisdom who only desire to help you with anything you wish. You can build upon your connection to them with some practice, patience and a very bit of discipline. Through these things, you can build a connection with Spirit you can trust.

The most important thing to remember is that you can do this no matter how psychic or spiritual you are, what beliefs you hold, or how you live your life.   

You do not have to be sensitive, devotional or even spiritual to get the gifts of wisdom, insight, and protection Spirit Guides offer.

I’ve spent 20+ years teaching people how to understand the ways to receive spiritual guidance from their very own teacher. Early in my journey, I learned with books and a few human teachers until the day my Spirit Guides gently yet firmly redirected me. They told me from that point on that they would be my only teachers. Since that moment, every insight I’ve shared and every word I’ve written has flowed from their wisdom. 

You may have wondered whether you’ve truly felt your Guides’ presence. Perhaps you’ve questioned if that fleeting warmth or sudden knowing was real or just imagination. Spirit communicates in ways we can learn to recognize. One of the most immediate and verifiable ways to get their message is through the wisdom of the body. 

The Body as a Sacred Receiver

One can doubt thoughts. One can dismiss visions. But when Spirit touches the physical body, the experience carries a weight that bypasses the skeptical mind. A tingle along the skin, a pressure at the crown of the head, or a wave of warmth in the chest. These are the signals that show the presence of the unseen. 

I remember the first time my Guides made their presence undeniably known. A light tickle brushed my cheek as if a feather had grazed it. No breeze stirred the room. No physical cause explained it. In that moment, I understood this was their language, their way of saying, “We are here.” 

An Invitation to Direct Experience

To begin with, find a quiet space where you can sit comfortably. Close your eyes and breathe deeply, allowing your awareness to settle into your body. There is no need to strain or force anything. Arrive in the stillness and focus on how your body feels at the moment.

Then, inwardly, speak to your Spirit Guide. Focus on just one Guide to keep the energy clear. Ask silently or aloud, “I ask my Guide and only my Guide to give me a physical sign of your presence. Let me feel you are with me now.” 

After making your request, return your focus to your body. Resist the urge to analyze or expect. You could experience subtle pressure, warmth, or a wave of positive emotion. 

If the signal feels faint, ask again for greater clarity. If it feels overwhelming, request gentleness. This is a conversation you take part in.  

If you felt nothing, you still made progress. Even if nothing arises today, you have opened the way. Offer gratitude. End every attempt at connection with gratitude.

Why Gratitude Matters

Gratitude is the bridge that strengthens connection. Even when the senses seem silent, the energy of appreciation opens the way for deeper communion later. 

Some people receive unmistakable physical confirmation on their first try. Others feel nothing they notice. Noticing Spirit’s touch can be hard, especially if you’re not used to paying attention to subtle sensations; it takes practice. Be patient. The more you engage in this way, the more attuned you will become. 

The Path Forward

This simple exercise is a doorway. Once you learn to recognize your Guide’s energetic signature, you will notice their presence in other ways. You may see their hand in synchronicities, feel them in intuitive nudges, or know them in that quiet certainty that arises when you least expect it. 

Remember that the most important teacher is already with you. You need only learn their language. 

Ready to explore your spiritual gifts further?  I offer private and group online classes to help you connect with your Spirit Guides.

My upcoming class starts soon! Check it out here: https://janetkadow.com/gifts-from-spirit/

Janet Kadow is a spiritual teacher, writer, speaker and psychic reader. You can contact her for services and classes at www.janetkadow.com. Text or call 619.866.4405, email janet@janetkadow.com

A Gathering of Healing

There is a principle in healing that we cannot heal what we do not see. Old wounds come up at the perfect time to be healed. Every wound we try to forget and hide away unconsciously will, in time, reveal itself when we are ready to heal it. This is true with personal and collective consciousness.

After the initial pain of the revealing settles down, my spiritual practices help me come to a place of healing. By meditating and connecting with Spirit, I see my challenges as chances for growth. I use their energy and guidance to create a way forward that is life-affirming, soul-expanding, and transformational.

I would like to share with you the way I do this in harmony with the Healing Angels, Ancestors, Star Nations and Spirit Guides. With their help, it is easy to see the way forward is a way of power, of love, and of joy.

Spiritual people who live in this age are here to share their Light in the darkest of times. Our mission is not for the faint of heart. The good news is that we are not doing this alone. We have each other, and we have an army of other-worldly beings at our service. Let us use their power, wisdom and energy to help us have the strength, vision and fortitude to create the life experience leading us out of the dark times.

I am offering a community gathering to receive healing and messages from our allies in the other realms. We gather on Thursday, November 7 at 3pm Pacific, 6pm Eastern time on Google Meet. Please message me to get the link. This is a gratis event, and we can meet just once or keep on meeting as we wish.

To get the link text 619.866.4405 or email: janet@janetkadow.com

Our power is our love for this world and all life in it.