Send us a textExploring the Darker Side of Psychic Abilities with Mike Oppenheim. Katische speaks with Mike Oppenheim, a writer with an interest in psychic abilities and emotional processing. Together, they discuss Mike's latest novel, 'Ardor,' which intertwines themes of psychic powers and father-son bonds amidst extraordinary circumstances. Mike shares his personal experiences with premonitions, the impact of spiritual guidance on his writing, and how these have helped him cope with trauma in his life. They delve into the existence and influence of psychic frauds, the importance of emotional intelligence, and practical methods to process negative emotions. Mike also gives advice to aspiring writers and underscores the significance of deep introspection and commitment in the creative process. This enlightening conversation offers a unique blend of spiritual insight, personal storytelling, and practical advice.Chapter Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Infinite Life Podcast00:39 Season 13 Overview and Guest Introduction01:31 Mike Oppenheim's Background and Works02:48 Discussion on Mike's Book 'Ardor'05:02 Exploring Psychic Abilities and Personal Experiences06:23 The Impact of Personal Trauma on Creativity08:44 Spiritual Contracts and Life Lessons14:15 Writing as a Therapeutic Process18:21 Navigating the Psychic Community26:01 Family and Friends' Reactions to Mediumship27:40 Understanding Psychic Energy and Timelines28:58 The Impact of Fear and Emotions30:26 Bad Psychic Energy and Confidence Tricks32:34 The Power of Thoughts and Visualizations35:46 Techniques for Emotional and Spiritual Healing47:06 Encouragement for Aspiring Writers51:19 Final Thoughts and FarewellMike Oppenheim is a novelist, filmmaker, musician, and podcaster. His substack, featuring fiction, non-fiction, and his podcast, Coffin Talk, was noted in the top 25 Philosophy & Humor category. He also copyedits and indexes books, working with galley proofs in publishing, and runs a writing workshop.Love Ancient Rome?Love Ancient Rome? salvēte amīcī! Explore what it meant to be Roman over the centuries. On YouTube.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showHi, I'm Katische Haberfield- Spiritual Channel and Medium. I bring through messages and guidance from sources of Infinite Love. Join my Facebook Group: Infinite Love (spirituality). Join my Frankly Katische Facebook Group. Follow on: Facebook, LinkedIn, Goodreads, YouTube and Amazon