Many people have had psychic experiences during the course of their lives but may not consider that it has anything to do with "that kind of stuff" the sort of things that can happen range from knowing who is on the other end of the phone when it is ringing to knowing what is going to happen some weeks ahead, and all the other things in between. It is quite normal to experience things and there is nothing to fear. Far from it, when you realise that you have the ability to communicate with loved ones that have passed to the spirit world, it is comforting to know that they are still around.
It is a shame that fear of the unknown is the only reason that many people don't look into developing these abilities, because this kind of development would replace those fears with joy. Many people have been helped by a Medium who has been able to give peace back to a persons life (something a G.P. can not prescribe) after they have lost a loved one and been left in turmoil. So is it not a wonderful ability to have and give the gift of peace? Consider how you would feel when giving someone such peace of mind.
If you have been putting it off, stop and rethink, you have nothing to loose. You will in turn gain great peace of mind, know that all the things you have experienced have lead you to this place. Deep down you know that this is right for you so go ahead and take the first step and walk at your pace and make that change in your life.