Animal Wisdom Revealed: Penelope Smith on Reiki, Spirit, and Interspecies Connection
Release Date: 08/04/2025
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info_outlineHave you ever felt your animal companions were trying to tell you something deeper? In this enlightening episode of the Reiki Lifestyle Podcast, Colleen and Robyn welcome Penelope Smith, the renowned “grandmother of animal communication.” Penelope shares how animals speak to us not only through behavior and body language, but through a profound spiritual connection that can change how we live, heal, and practice Reiki.
About Penelope Smith
Penelope Smith is a global pioneer in interspecies telepathic communication, with over four decades devoted to helping humans truly listen to animals. With a foundation in biology, education, and counseling, she has taught people worldwide how to connect with the minds and hearts of animals. Her classic books, Animal Talk, When Animals Speak, and Animals in Spirit, have inspired generations of animal lovers, healers, and spiritual seekers.
Penelope believes animals are wise spiritual beings with emotions, purpose, and guidance to offer us all. Her teachings empower us to deepen our intuitive abilities, enhance our Reiki practice, and rediscover the unity between all living beings.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
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How animal communication works and how anyone can learn it
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Stories from Penelope’s decades of work helping humans and animals understand one another
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Why animals are considered spiritual teachers and healers
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How animal communication can enhance Reiki sessions and energy healing work
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Simple practices to start listening to animals’ wisdom in your daily life
Connect with Penelope Smith
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Animal Communication Mastery Series. theshiftnetwork.com/Animal-Telepathic-Communication-
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Website: animaltalk.net
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Facebook: Penelope Smith Animal Talk Animal Communication
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Instagram: Penelope Smith Animal Talk
- YouTube: Penelope Smith Animal Talk
Don’t miss this powerful conversation with one of the founders of modern animal communication. Listen now and discover how connecting with animals can transform your Reiki practice, your spiritual awakening, and your relationship with the natural world.
✨Connect with Colleen and Robyn
Classes: https://reikilifestyle.com/classes-page/
FREE Distance Reiki Share: https://reikilifestyle.com/community/
Podcast: https://reikilifestyle.com/podcast/ (available on all major platforms too)
Website: https://reikilifestyle.com/
Colleen Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReikiLifestyle
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reikilifestyleofficialempo
Robyn Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynbenellireiki
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robynbenellireiki
**DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction which support the body’s natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.