When Did Everything Become a Sign? Tuesday Morning with Lynn
Written By Lynn Pritchard. October 5th 2026
You glance at the clock and see 11:11. A song comes on that reminds you of someone you miss. Then a bird lands near your window, and you wonder whether it has a message.
Those moments can feel special. They can bring comfort, stir a memory, or encourage us to pay attention. I believe there is room in our lives for spiritual meaning.
But when did every little thing become something we had to decode?
Somewhere between being open to guidance and searching for answers, we can begin asking the world to make our decisions for us. We look for a number, a feather, a card, or a coincidence to tell us whether to stay, leave, trust someone, or take a chance.
Sometimes we keep looking until we find the answer we wanted in the first place.
What happens when a “sign” disagrees with what someone’s actions are showing us?
Suppose you’re thinking about a person who keeps letting you down. Their name appears somewhere unexpectedly, and you wonder whether it means you should give them another chance.
It might bring that person to mind. It might help you recognize feelings you still need to understand. But it doesn’t erase their behavior. You can acknowledge the moment and still ask whether they have taken responsibility, made changes, or treated you with respect.
The same is true when an opportunity comes along. Seeing a repeating number might encourage you to explore it. You still need to ask questions, understand the commitment, and decide whether it fits your life.
Spiritual guidance can invite reflection. We still have a part to play.
One useful question is: “What would I think about this situation if I hadn’t noticed that sign?”
That question brings you back to what you already know. Perhaps you were excited before the coincidence happened. Perhaps you were uncomfortable, and you’re hoping the sign will make that discomfort disappear.
Either answer deserves your attention.
Another question is: “Am I open to guidance, or am I asking for reassurance?”
There is nothing wrong with wanting reassurance. We all want to feel that we’re making the right choice. But repeatedly asking the same question—pulling another card, watching another reading, searching for another message—can leave us more confused.
At some point, we need to pause long enough to hear our own thoughts.
When something feels meaningful, try writing down three things: what happened, what you believe it means, and what you actually know about the situation. Keeping those separate can help you appreciate the experience without making an assumption into a fact.
You don’t have to dismiss a beautiful moment just because you cannot explain it. A song can comfort you. A feather can remind you of someone you love. A number can prompt you to stop and reflect.
You also don’t have to turn each moment into an instruction.
For me, spiritual exploration includes curiosity, questions, and discernment. Those are conversations I welcome at Spiritual Uplifts. You’re allowed to wonder—and you’re allowed to leave a question unanswered.
This week, notice what catches your attention. Then give yourself time before deciding what to do with it.
Has a meaningful coincidence ever helped you understand something—or have you ever realized you were trying to make it give you the answer you wanted?
Love you all Lynn
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