Suzanne Giesemann on How to Live the Awakened Way

What if death isn’t the end, but a doorway to a greater reality? In this profound episode, former Navy Commander turned renowned spiritual teacher and evidential medium Suzanne Giesemann joins John R. Miles to explore what it truly means to live the awakened way. Drawing from her extraordinary journey—from a career in military intelligence to becoming a messenger of spirit—Suzanne shares transformative insights on consciousness, inner guidance, and the healing power of forgiveness.

We dive deep into her latest book, Making the Afterlife Connection: The Journey from Doubt to Knowing That Death Is Not the End, a powerful guide to demystifying mediumship, connecting with higher realms, and awakening to the truth that we are never alone. If you’re seeking clarity, comfort, and a deeper understanding of life beyond the physical, this conversation will open your heart and expand your soul.

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How Suzanne Giesemann Helps You Awaken to Higher Consciousness and Your True Nature

In this soul-stirring episode of Passion Struck, Suzanne Giesemann—a former Navy Commander turned spiritual teacher and host of the Messages of Hope podcast—shares her remarkable transformation from skeptic to mystic.

Through candid storytelling and deeply practical insights, Suzanne explains how anyone can access higher consciousness, receive inner guidance, and experience life through the lens of their soul. From personal loss to profound awakening, her journey underscores the power of presence, intentional living, and trust in the unseen. Whether you’re navigating grief, searching for deeper meaning, or simply curious about the spirit realm, this conversation offers clarity and actionable wisdom.

In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• Reclaiming Presence: Suzanne explains how meditation and daily awareness practices can help anyone reconnect with their soul’s essence.
• Tuning In to Higher Guidance: Learn how to access intuitive insights from higher consciousness and validate them through personal experience.
• The Power of Forgiveness: Discover how self-forgiveness can cut emotional cords and create space for healing and spiritual growth.
• Questioning Beliefs: Suzanne reveals why curiosity and questioning your assumptions can lead to deep personal transformation.
• Connection Over Separation: Using metaphors like the “blue sky of awareness,” she beautifully illustrates how we are all expressions of the same source.
• Daily Spiritual Tools: From the mala bead exercise to the sign game, Suzanne offers simple but powerful practices to align with divine love.

WHY IS THIS EPISODE A MUST-LISTEN?

Because it invites you to reframe your entire human experience. Suzanne doesn’t just talk about spiritual growth—she lives it. Her grounded, heart-centered approach makes esoteric concepts accessible and practical. Whether you’re deeply spiritual or just beginning to explore these ideas, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to live with more awareness, purpose, and peace.

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Making the Afterlife Connection with Suzanne Giesemann

How do we move from doubt to knowing that death is not the end? In this illuminating conversation, Suzanne Giesemann—former Navy Commander and evidential medium—shares her personal journey and the wisdom that led to her groundbreaking new book Making the Afterlife Connection. She explores how we can all develop our innate ability to connect with the spirit world, awaken to our divine nature, and find healing in the unseen love that surrounds us.

This episode is a powerful invitation to trust your inner knowing—and remember you’re never alone.

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About Today’s Guest, Suzanne Giesemann

Suzanne Giesemann is a renowned spiritual teacher, evidential medium, and former U.S. Navy Commander who brings unparalleled credibility and clarity to the world of spirituality and mediumship. Once a skeptic with a distinguished military career—including serving as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff—Suzanne’s life was transformed by a personal tragedy that opened her to the world beyond the physical.

Today, she is a messenger of hope and healing, known for her ability to deliver accurate, evidential messages from the spirit world. Suzanne is the creator of The Awakened Way, a path that integrates soul awareness, conscious living, and divine connection. She is the author of several influential books, including her newest release, Making the Afterlife Connection: The Journey from Doubt to Knowing That Death Is Not the End, and she hosts the popular podcast Messages of Hope. Through her writing, speaking, and workshops, Suzanne empowers others to discover their true spiritual nature and live with greater peace, purpose, and presence.

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