Have you ever felt like someone was watching over you? Maybe you narrowly avoided a car accident and thought, how did that just happen? Or perhaps you’ve been going through a tough time and suddenly felt a wave of peace wash over you out of nowhere. That’s not your imagination playing tricks on you: that’s your spiritual support team hard at work.
As a psychic medium, one of the questions I get asked most often is: “Matt, what’s the difference between angels and spirit guides?” People want to know who exactly is looking out for them from the other side. And honestly? It’s one of my favorite topics to talk about because once you understand how these beautiful beings work together, you’ll never feel alone again.
So let’s break it down. Who are these heavenly helpers, and how can you start building a relationship with them?
Angels: Your Divine Protectors
Angels are pure divine energy. Here’s the thing that surprises a lot of people: angels have never walked the earth as humans. They exist without ego, without the baggage we carry from living a human life. They’re messengers of God, the Universe, Source: whatever name resonates with you.
Your guardian angel was assigned to you at birth. Think about that for a second. Before you took your first breath, you already had a protector in your corner. And they’re not going anywhere. Your guardian angel stays with you from the moment you arrive until the moment you transition back to the other side.
What do angels focus on? Protection and emotional support. They’re there when you’re sad, anxious, depressed, or facing health challenges. They wrap you in unconditional love without judgment. It doesn’t matter what mistakes you’ve made or what you’re going through: your angels love you completely and want to keep you safe.
I once did a mediumship reading for a woman who had been in a terrible accident. She told me that in the split second before impact, she felt hands push her back against her seat. She walked away with barely a scratch when the car was totaled. That was her guardian angel stepping in.
Spirit Guides: Your Wise Mentors
Now, spirit guides are different. Spirit guides have lived on earth as humans at some point in time. This is huge because it means they understand exactly what you’re going through. They’ve experienced heartbreak, loss, fear, joy: all of it. That’s why they have such deep compassion for your journey.
Here’s something beautiful: your spirit guides consciously chose to work with you. Before you were born, they observed a preview of your life and saw where you’d need support. Maybe you’d struggle with relationships, health, career decisions, or finding your purpose. They raised their hand and said, “I’ll help this soul.”
Spirit guides function more like coaches or mentors. They’re not as focused on your emotions the way angels are: they’re focused on pushing you forward. Think of them like a personal trainer who knows that sometimes growth requires a little discomfort. They help your soul advance by granting new skills, knowledge, and opportunities for learning.
The Key Differences You Need to Know
Let me lay this out simply:
Angels:
- Have never been human
- Assigned to you by God at birth
- Focus on protection and emotional comfort
- Love you unconditionally without judgment
- Will intervene to keep you safe
Spirit Guides:
- Have lived human lives before
- Chose to work with you
- Act as coaches and mentors
- Push you toward growth and learning
- Won’t intervene unless you ask
That last point is really important. Spirit guides require you to ask for their help. They respect your free will too much to just step in uninvited. Angels, on the other hand, will absolutely intervene when your safety is at stake: whether you ask or not.
How Angels and Spirit Guides Work Together
Here’s where it gets really cool. Your angels and spirit guides aren’t working in silos: they’re a team. Think of it like a spiritual support squad with different specialties.
Your guardian angel might be the one who keeps you physically safe and provides comfort during your darkest moments. Meanwhile, your spirit guides are working behind the scenes to arrange synchronicities, put the right people in your path, and download inspiration into your mind.
Recently, a client of mine shared an incredible story. She had been praying for guidance about whether to take a new job across the country. She felt a sense of peace (that was her angel calming her fears), and then within the same week, three different people randomly mentioned that specific city to her: one was an old friend she hadn’t spoken to in years, another was a stranger at a coffee shop. That’s her spirit guides orchestrating signs to confirm she was on the right path.
They work in harmony. Your angels hold the space of love and protection while your guides nudge you toward your highest potential.
Signs They’re Reaching Out to You
So how do you know when your angels and spirit guides are trying to communicate? They send signs all the time: you just have to know what to look for.
Heaven numbers (also called heavenly numbers or angel numbers) are one of the most common signs. If you keep seeing repeating numbers like 111, 222, 333, or 444, pay attention! These sequences are your angels tapping you on the shoulder, letting you know they’re with you.
- 111 – A new beginning is on the horizon
- 222 – Trust the process, everything is aligning
- 333 – Your guides and angels are surrounding you
- 444 – You are protected and supported
- 555 – Change is coming, embrace it
Other signs include:
- Finding feathers in unexpected places
- Suddenly smelling a familiar scent (like your grandmother’s perfume or your dad’s cologne)
- Songs that play at the perfect moment with lyrics that speak directly to your situation
- Feeling a sudden warmth or tingling sensation
- Recurring dreams featuring the same person or symbol
How to Connect With Your Angels and Spirit Guides
The best part? You don’t need a psychic medium to connect with your angels and spirit guides. You can do it yourself, anytime, anywhere.
1. Simply Ask
This sounds too easy, but it works. Talk to your angels and guides like you’d talk to a friend. Out loud, in your head, through journaling: it doesn’t matter. They hear you. Remember, especially with spirit guides, they can’t help unless you ask.
2. Create Quiet Space
Your spiritual team communicates through subtle feelings, thoughts, and signs. If your mind is constantly racing, you might miss their messages. Even five minutes of quiet meditation can open the channel.
3. Pay Attention to Signs
Once you ask for guidance, stay alert. The answer might come through a conversation, a billboard, a book that falls off a shelf, or those heaven numbers appearing everywhere.
4. Trust Your Intuition
That gut feeling? That sudden knowing? That’s often your guides communicating through you. Learn to trust it.
5. Express Gratitude
When you notice a sign or feel their presence, say thank you. Gratitude strengthens your connection and lets them know you’re paying attention.
Ready to Go Deeper?
Understanding that you have this incredible team of angels and spirit guides supporting you is just the beginning. The real magic happens when you learn to actively communicate with them and channel their guidance in your daily life.
That’s exactly why I created my upcoming live event, Channeling Angels & Spirit Guides, happening on February 26, 2026, at 8:00 PM. During this special evening, I’ll teach you how to tune into your spiritual support team and deliver messages from both Angels & Spirit Guides
If you’ve ever wanted to strengthen your connection to the other side and truly meet the beings who have been watching over you your whole life, this is your chance.
You were never meant to walk this journey alone. Your angels and spirit guides are waiting to connect with you: let’s make that introduction together.
With peace from the other side,
Matt Fraser
America’s Top Psychic Medium
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