What is psychic development really?

Is intuition something everyone has?

What are “The Clairs,” and how do they connect to spiritual awakening and the Divine Feminine?

In this deeply personal and empowering episode of The Spiritual Sanctuary: Wisdom for the Divine Feminine, Bertena explores psychic development from a grounded, intuitive, and spiritually supportive perspective.

This episode is designed for beginners, empaths, highly sensitive people, spiritual seekers, and women wanting to reconnect with their intuition, energetic awareness, and inner wisdom.

Bertena shares:

what psychic development truly means,

why she often prefers terms like intuitive development or spiritual sensitivity,

how intuition connects to the Divine Feminine,

the meaning of the intuitive senses known as “The Clairs,”

how energetic awareness impacts daily life,

and why grounding and self-trust are essential for spiritual growth.

You’ll also hear relatable stories about intuition, emotional sensitivity, empathic awareness, and learning to trust yourself again after years of self-doubt.

This episode includes discussion on:

Clairvoyance (clear seeing)

Clairaudience (clear hearing)

Clairsentience (clear feeling)

Claircognizance (clear knowing)

Energy sensitivity and empath experiences

Spiritual awakening

Divine Feminine intuition

Grounding and energetic boundaries

Psychic development for beginners

Intuitive exercises and spiritual growth

Whether you are brand new to intuitive development or already exploring your spiritual path, this episode offers a grounded and empowering approach to understanding your gifts.

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Divine Feminine Psychic Development Workshop

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intuition,

energy exercises,

grounding,

divination,

the Clairs,

and Divine Feminine spiritual development.

Held at:

Cosmic Connections

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Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt uncomfortable… even though nothing “looked” wrong?

Or thought about someone right before they called?

Have you ever ignored a gut feeling… and later realized you were right all along?

What if your intuition has been speaking to you your entire life…

…but no one ever taught you how to understand it?

Today we’re talking about psychic development — or what I personally prefer to call intuitive development, spiritual awareness, or energetic sensitivity.

Because for many people, the word “psychic” can feel intimidating or misunderstood.

But most people understand the word psychic as it relates to intuition, energy, and spiritual connection — so sometimes that language helps people recognize what we’re actually discussing.

This episode is not about fear-based spirituality.

It’s about learning to trust yourself again.

It’s about reconnecting to the Divine Feminine, your inner knowing, and the wisdom that may already be living inside you.

So today we’re going to talk about:

what intuitive or psychic development really is,

why so many women are awakening spiritually right now,

how this connects to the Divine Feminine,

and how learning these tools in a grounded and safe way can completely transform your life.

“And with that… welcome to The Spiritual Sanctuary: Wisdom for the Divine Feminine…”

Welcome back to The Spiritual Sanctuary: Wisdom for the Divine Feminine.

I’m so grateful you’re here today.

Today we’re talking about something that so many people are curious about… but also deeply afraid of.

Psychic development.

Not the Hollywood version.

Not the dramatic “fortune teller” stereotype.

Not fear-based spirituality.

But the real version.

The grounded, intuitive, deeply healing path of learning to trust your own inner knowing.

And honestly?

I believe this is one of the most important spiritual journeys a woman can take.

Because psychic development is not really about becoming “special.”

It is about remembering.

Remembering how to listen.

Remembering how to feel.

Remembering how to trust yourself again.

And that… is deeply connected to the Divine Feminine.

So today I want to talk about:

What psychic development actually is

Why so many women are awakening to it right now

How it connects to the Divine Feminine

What we do in my workshop

Why learning these tools safely and grounded matters

And I want to share a story that I think so many people will relate to

So grab your tea, your journal, maybe a cozy blanket… and let’s begin.

What Is Psychic Development Really?

Psychic development is the practice of becoming aware of the subtle ways intuition communicates with you.

That’s it.

It is learning:

How your intuition speaks

How energy feels

How to trust what you sense

How to separate fear from guidance

How to stay grounded while opening spiritually

Most people already experience intuition.

You think about someone… and they text you.

You walk into a room and instantly feel uncomfortable.

You know something is wrong before anyone tells you.

You get a “gut feeling.”

You feel exhausted after being around certain people.

You have dreams that later make sense.

You feel emotional energy from others.

That is intuitive sensitivity.

Psychic development is simply learning how to understand it instead of ignoring it.

And many women especially have spent years ignoring themselves.

Ignoring:

their emotions

their instincts

their inner knowing

their body wisdom

their spiritual connection

Why?

Because we were often taught to doubt ourselves.

To overthink instead of feel.

To seek validation outside ourselves.

To dismiss intuition as “being dramatic.”

But the Divine Feminine does not operate through constant logic alone.

She speaks through:

intuition

symbols

feelings

dreams

body sensations

creativity

energy

emotion

inner knowing

And when women begin reconnecting to intuition… they often begin reconnecting to themselves.

A Note About the Word “Psychic”

I also want to say something important before we go deeper into this conversation.

While I do use the phrase “psychic development” sometimes, I personally resonate more with words like:

intuitive development

spiritual sensitivity

energetic awareness

inner knowing

Divine Feminine intuition

Because I think the word psychic has become heavily commercialized and sometimes misunderstood.

For me, this work is less about predicting the future…

…and more about learning to:

trust yourself,

recognize energy,

strengthen intuition,

deepen spiritual awareness,

and reconnect to your authentic self.

But many people understand the word “psychic” as a starting point for conversations around intuition and spiritual gifts, so I use it occasionally because it helps people connect to the topic.

At the heart of all of this is awareness.

Awareness of yourself.

Awareness of energy.

Awareness of your intuition.

Awareness of the wisdom your soul may already be trying to communicate.

A Relatable Story

I want to tell you a story about a woman named Emily.

Now Emily could honestly be almost every woman I’ve ever worked with.

Emily was successful.

Responsible.

Busy.

Always taking care of everyone else.

She worked hard.

She showed up for her family.

She kept going no matter how exhausted she felt.

But deep down… something felt off.

She constantly second-guessed herself.

She ignored red flags.

She stayed in situations too long.

She felt emotionally drained around certain people but told herself she was “too sensitive.”

At night she would lay awake thinking:

“Why do I feel things so deeply?”

And secretly… she had experiences she never talked about.

She would think about people before they called.

She would feel energy in rooms.

Sometimes she would have dreams that later made sense.

But she pushed it all away because she didn’t want to seem weird.

Then one day she came to a small intuitive development class.

And she was terrified.

Not because she thought something scary would happen…

But because she was afraid of trusting herself.

And that’s the real fear for many people.

Not spirits.

Not intuition.

Trust.

Because once you start hearing your inner voice clearly… you can no longer abandon yourself so easily.

During the class we did a grounding exercise.

Nothing dramatic.

Just breathing.

Feeling the body.

Connecting to energy gently.

And afterward she cried.

Not because she was overwhelmed…

But because she said:

“I think this is the first time I’ve listened to myself in years.”

That moment had nothing to do with becoming psychic.

It had everything to do with becoming connected again.

And honestly… that is what psychic development truly is.

The Divine Feminine & Intuition

The Divine Feminine has always been connected to intuition.

Historically, priestesses, healers, wise women, mystics, seers, and spiritual leaders often worked with:

dreams

divination

energy healing

symbols

nature

ritual

intuitive guidance

Not from ego.

But from deep connection.

The Divine Feminine teaches us that wisdom does not only come from the mind.

It also comes from:

the heart

the body

the soul

the subconscious

spirit

emotional awareness

Modern life often disconnects us from this.

We are overstimulated.

Overworked.

Constantly consuming information.

And many women are carrying nervous system exhaustion.

So when they begin intuitive work… they often realize:

“Oh… I’m not broken.

I’m just disconnected from myself.”

Psychic development, when taught safely and grounded, can help women:

trust themselves

create stronger boundaries

understand energy

stop ignoring red flags

reconnect to spirituality

deepen meditation

strengthen self-awareness

feel empowered instead of fearful

And this is why grounding matters so much.

Because true spiritual work should make you feel MORE stable… not less.

More connected… not more fearful.

More empowered… not dependent.

What We Do in the Psychic Development Workshop

In my Divine Feminine Psychic Development Workshop, we approach psychic development in a grounded, supportive, and empowering way.

This is not overwhelming.

This is not fear-based spirituality.

This is about learning safely.

We work with:

Tarot and oracle cards

Pendulums

Energy sensing

Grounding practices

Protection techniques

Divine Feminine activation exercises

Meditation

Intuitive exercises

Learning how YOU uniquely receive guidance

Because everyone senses differently.

Some people feel energy physically.

Some people receive intuitive thoughts.

Some people experience emotions strongly.

Some people see symbols or vivid dreams.

Some people simply “know.”

There is no right or wrong way.

And honestly… most people already have intuitive gifts.

They just don’t trust them yet.

Why Learning Psychic Development Matters

I think one of the biggest reasons women are drawn to psychic development right now is because they are tired of feeling disconnected.

Disconnected from:

their bodies

their purpose

their intuition

their truth

their spiritual connection

And the world teaches us to constantly look outside ourselves for answers.

But intuition invites us inward.

Not to isolate ourselves from others…

But to reconnect with our own wisdom.

And here’s something important:

Learning psychic development does not mean you stop using logic.

It means you learn to balance intuition and discernment together.

Grounded intuition is powerful.

Grounded intuition helps you:

recognize unhealthy situations

notice energetic exhaustion

make aligned decisions

trust yourself

create stronger boundaries

deepen spiritual connection

feel emotionally aware

reconnect to your authentic self

Another Story So Many Women Understand

I remember another woman telling me:

“I used to think I was anxious… but now I realize I was picking up everyone else’s energy.”

And that changed everything for her.

Because before learning grounding techniques, she absorbed everything.

Everyone’s stress.

Everyone’s emotions.

Everyone’s chaos.

Many intuitive people are highly empathic.

And without boundaries or grounding, that can feel exhausting.

But when you learn:

grounding

energetic awareness

nervous system regulation

protection

discernment

You stop drowning in everyone else’s emotions.

You begin understanding:

“This feeling may not even belong to me.”

That awareness alone can be life-changing.

Psychic Development Is Not About Perfection

I think this is important to say.

You do not need to become some mystical perfect spiritual person.

You do not need to know everything.

You do not need to constantly be “on.”

Psychic development is not about becoming superior.

It is about becoming connected.

And honestly… sometimes the most intuitive thing you can do is:

trust your gut

honor your boundaries

listen to your body

rest when exhausted

walk away from unhealthy energy

believe yourself

That is sacred too.

Closing Reflection & Call to Action

Before we close today, I want to remind you that intuition is not reserved for a select few people.

You do not have to be “gifted enough.”

You do not have to be perfect.

You do not have to fear your sensitivity.

Many women simply need:

support,

grounding,

practice,

safety,

and permission to trust themselves again.

And that is exactly why I created my upcoming workshop:

Divine Feminine Psychic Development Workshop

Sunday, May 17 | 1–4 PM

at Cosmic Connections

This workshop is designed to be supportive, grounded, empowering, and beginner-friendly.

We’ll explore:

tarot and oracle cards,

pendulums,

energy sensing,

grounding and protection,

intuitive exercises,

Divine Feminine activation practices,

and understanding how YOUR intuition naturally communicates.

This is not about fear.

This is not about becoming overwhelmed.

It is about learning to feel confident, safe, connected, and empowered in your spiritual journey.

And if group classes are not your thing, I also offer private intuitive development and spiritual mentorship sessions where we can work one-on-one at your comfort level.

You can learn more or register here:

Bertena at Cosmic Connections

Or visit:

Ancient Arts of the Priestess Academy

And if this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who may need this reminder:

Your intuition is not something to fear.

It may actually be one of the most sacred parts of who you are.

Thank you so much for being here with me today.

And until next time…

Trust yourself.

Honor your intuition.

And continue walking your Divine Feminine path with courage, grounding, and grace.