The lights keep flickering around you. And you’re wondering why it seems to happen ONLY to you. You’ve checked the physical, logical reasons, but there seems to be no reason why this phenomenon keeps happening. Believe it or not, there is a spiritual meaning of flickering lights. As well as flashing lights. Let’s explore what the Universe or Spirit World might be trying to tell you.
What Are Flickering Lights, Exactly?
Flickering lights is a phenomenon in which lights, either electric or otherwise, turn on and off at a rapid pace. Sometimes they flicker and turn off completely. While other times they flicker and then stay on. The physical reason is typically attributed to a faulty wall switch or lightbulb that are too old or of poor quality. But you’ve determined this isn’t the problem. There’s something else going on…
You might be experiencing flickering and flashing lights in your home, at your place of work, or anywhere else, for that matter. I’ve known people who walk under streetlights that seem to flicker when they walk by, as if they are talking to that person. Or, as if that person has a frequency that interrupts electricity. But one thing is for sure, there doesn’t seem to be any logical explanation for it!
First, Pay Attention to Where and When the Lights Flicker
Pay attention to when and where you’re seeing the lights flicker. Are you in the middle of a meditation? This is a really good sign! Maybe you’re getting ready to walk into an interview for a new career path. Also a good sign! The where and when in this situation will tell you a lot about why this is happening. Keep a log of the occurrences in your phone or a notebook.
Now, The 5 Spiritual Reasons for Flickering Lights
You’ve checked the electricity at your house, but there’s no reason why this keeps happening. You might have even had these flickering lights follow you down the street, at your friend’s house, and beyond. At this point, you’ve realized there’s something paranormal or spiritual going on. Here are a few explanations:
1. You’re Vibrating at a High Level
The first spiritual meaning for flickering lights points directly at YOU being the answer. Everything in this world and universe is made up of energy that vibrates (moves). Including the light and YOU.
If you (your cells/essence) are vibrating at a high level or frequency, your energy can interfere with the lights around you. According to Northwestern.edu, “when two two waves with similar frequency occupy the same space, interference can occur.” This isn’t a bad thing! It means you are spiritually in-tune with the world around you!
2. Spirits Communicate Through Flickering Lights
Let me tell you a story. One time I found an old wedding photo on the road. I picked it up and brought it home and put it on my altar. That night, the lights in my altar room were flickering and flashing. This is the first time they had ever done this so I knew it was the spirits trying to communicate.
It’s well known in the spiritual community that spirits, when strong enough, can interfere with electricity. And they will often use it as a means to communicate with us. This includes turning the lights on and off, flickering lights, even using songs on the radio to talk to us. Recently deceased loved ones often use this means of communication. So pay attention.
If you’ve been in a place that feels heavy with negativity, this could also be an indication of that energy. Cleanse yourself after visiting places like this, and if it happens to be your personal space, time for a cleansing/home-blessing ritual too!
3. Angelic Warning
Sometimes our angels and guardians will use lights to warn us of impending danger. Have you ever seen a movie in which the individual is in a scary scene and the lights are flickering just before they encounter danger? This is indicative of an energy shift but, more specifically, is likely a warning from their guides. Speaking of energy shifts…
4. Strong Emotional Energy Interference Causes Flickering Lights
Not only can spirits interfere with electricity and light, but other forms of energy can too. For instance, if you’re in a room in which a lot of emotion is being felt, that emotion is energy. And it can cause the lights to flicker and flash if its strong enough. Strong “negative” emotions like fear, trauma, sorrow, etc. have been known to build up and cause strange electric phenomena.
Conversely, strong positive emotions can also cause strange things to happen with the lights and other electronics. These emotions include passion and love. For instance, a loved one just returned from being overseas in the military. You embrace and cry in a moment of pure love and joy…and the lights flicker.
5. You Are Experiencing a Spiritual Awakening
Some people see repeating angel numbers like 555, 333, 1111. Others have encounters with spirit guides or realize they have psychic abilities. But you are receiving signs through flickering and flashing lights everywhere you go. This isn’t scary. It’s a good thing. It’s a sign that YOU are spiritually awakening. The Universe is telling you to pay attention to the little things in life. You are waking up to the Spiritual realm!
What To Do Now
You’ve checked the physical reasons off your list. And you know the possible explanation behind your flickering lights phenomenon. What should you do now?
How you react is entirely up to you. If you feel this is a negative thing, your emotion towards it will only feed it. And the lights might continue to flicker anyway. But if you feel it is a positive thing, a means of communication between you and Universe, it will be positive. And it might even stop once you acknowledge it!
Our recommendation is to thank your guides, angels, and the Universe for the message. And if the message seems to be that YOU are on a spiritual high and vibrating high, be grateful and accept it. The lights will stop flickering at some point, we promise. And a good spiritual cleansing couldn’t hurt anyway, just in case!