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What is a psychic and how do they work?

A psychic is a person who is able to 'tune in" to another person or situation and convey messages or information. Depending on the type of reading, the information can be about the past, present or future.

The client must always remember however that they have free will to change any part of a future reading if they wish. When I do readings. I include looking at issues or blockages which may be holding the client back from where they want to be and talk about how they can change the predicted outcome.

Each psychic has his or her own methods or combination of methods they use to receive messages. Most psychics will have one or two predominant methods then use the others for supplementary information. As the psychic develops and learns to trust the information, all these methods of obtaining information will be combined in a reading. Many psychics use 'tools' with their readings such as Tarot, Oracle or Angel cards, psychometry, numerology or the runes.

I believe that every person is born with the ability to become psychic. It is simply up to each individual and their life experiences if they choose to develop their abilities or not.

I don't use the word 'gift' as it as it places some people above the rest and I don't feel that this is the case. Although some psychics and mediums are in the spotlight and are very well known, I don't believe this means they are any more 'gifted' or 'chosen' then others. They have simply spent time and effort working on and trusting their abilities as you would work or study in any occupation.

There are 6 main methods that psychics use to receive information. Of course the psychics are also connected to their guides and often other light beings such as Angel or Goddesses to assist with the process.

Clairvoyance (Clear sight). The psychic receives visions, pictures or symbols that are significant to the client.

Clairaudience (Clear hearing). Where the psychic hears the messages form guides, angels or loved ones.

Clairsentience (Clear feeling). The psychic is able to 'sense' the information, often this is physically such as with emotions or physical pain.

Claircognizance (Clear knowing). This is where the psychic has a sense of 'knowing'. It can come in the form of an answer where the psychic just knows the information to be given.

Clairambience (Clear taste). The psychic clearly tastes a food or has a sudden craving for a food related to the client.

Clairalience (Clear scent). The psychic smells/senses aromas that are not present at that location. These often come from loved ones as a way to announce themselves.

For anyone wishing to develop their psychic abilities, I would suggest joining a Psychic Development class. See workshops for information on courses available.

A simple explanation of mediumship

All mediums are psychic but not all psychics are mediums

There are 3 main forms of mediumship, though when someone comes for a reading it is mental mediumship that connects us to loved ones.

The 3 different types of mediumship:

1) Firstly there is MENTAL MEDIUMSHIP where the medium connects to spirits who have passed over and provides evidence of survival and a message for the recipient.

This can be done in either a private sitting or in a public demonstration, though of course the private sitting would give the sitter a lot more information and often a number of loved ones.

2) Secondly there is TRANCE MEDIUMSHIP otherwise known as CHANNELLING. The medium connects with higher guides, Angels and ascended masters etc to pass on words of wisdom to listeners or students present.

Within this there are many levels of Trance from "inspired thought" to "full trance".

3) Lastly there is PHYSICAL MEDIUMSHIP where an experienced medium is able to materialise ectoplasm and other physical items. Physical Medium is always done with the medium in a full Trance state. This is rare to find in these days but was quite common place in the early 1900's. It often takes years of practice and patience for a medium to be able to do this. These days our time is taken up with families, computers and TV.

For anyone wishing to study mediumship, it is advisable to first be using your psychic abilities. The stronger these are and the more comfortable you are with using them, then the easier it will be to connect to loved ones.

See workshops for more information on courses available.

What is Trance?

Trance is a form of mediumship and is often referred to as channeling. During the session the Medium connects with Guides, Angels, Ascended Master or other Higher beings to deliver words of wisdom to listeners or students.

When a medium goes into a meditative or "altered state" we call this Trance yet there are many degrees of Trance. This is not just a meditation as the vibration created by the medium is much higher then in a normal meditation.

As students, Mediums usually starts out by giving "inspired messages" from their guides and as they progress and grow stronger with their connection, these messages will have a deeper meaning until eventually the Trance Medium will move into a unconscious Trance. When the medium is in this state they are completely unaware of the proceedings or even their own Mediums choose never to go into this deep state.

The Medium will have a Guide of their own who oversees the process and allows only other Guides in who are meant to be there. They keep the Medium protected from other spirits who may just want to say hello - a bit like a bouncer from a night club.

What to expect during a Trance Reading

During a Trance communication, the Medium will go into a very deep meditative state known as a Trance state. Once they have reached this state your Highest Guide will be able to come through and speak directly to you through them.

Often the Medium's face will twitch and sometimes even the body but this is nothing to be concerned about as it is simply the guide's energy adjusting to the Medium's.

Sometimes the voice that speaks to you will be the same as the Medium's but at times it may be varied slightly (usually in tone).

Once your Guide has spoken, they usually ask if you have any questions for them. Your Guide will answer all they can but there are times when it is not in your best interest to be given an answer as sometimes it is part of our learning to discover it for ourselves.

Your Guide is here to "guide" or "direct" you on your path or your life's journey, not to give you the answers to when you will die or should you have soup or salad for dinner.

Their focus is in assisting you in learning your lessons in this lifetime - whatever they may be.

All readings that I do are taped as I have no memory of what has occurred or been said, I may be able to describe the "energy" but that is all. At times these tapes do not record well due to the energy in the room so please pay attention and don't rely on the tape just in case.

As I am in an unconscious state during the reading I will have an assistant with me in the room.

It is very important to avoid touching a Medium during and soon after Trance or making loud noises during the reading as this can be harmful to the Medium and is why an assistant is present.

Preparing for your reading

Bring a list of questions with you with the most important ones to be asked first (see suggested list below). Most readings will go for up to an hour but this depends entirely on Spirit.

Leave your expectations at the door and have an open mind to the proceedings, no two sessions are the same.

Please do not consume any alcohol before a reading or you will be turned away.

Suggested questions you can ask

- Am I on my right path?

- What can I do to assist with my lessons and progression in this life?

- Is my current job assisting me in this life?

- Is my current relationship working in my best interest?

- What can I do to get on the right path?

- What do I need to bring into my life at this stage?

- Why am I always unhappy in relationships?

- Why do I constantly have problems with....?

- Why do I suffer from.....?


Earthbound Spirits (Lost Souls or Ghosts)

What are they and why are they still here?

When a Soul dies the Spirit is released from the physical body.

At this time it is usual for the Spirit to 'cross over' to the other side, which many of us call Heaven. The friends and relatives of this Spirit are waiting for them and will care for them along with the Angels during this transition.

Some Spirits either miss the light or have unfinished business here which hold them to the earthly plane. There are also some Spirits who simply don't believe there is anything after the physical world so they are unable to accept the offer of crossing over that is provided for them and some simply haven't realized yet that they have died.

The majority of Spirits who stay 'Earthbound' or 'Lost' are no problems to anyone. There are however a small number of Earthbound Spirits that have decided to be mischievous as was probably in their nature when they were alive.

Most Earthbound Spirits attach themselves to a certain locations such as the family home, place of death or even their favourite haunt where they always felt welcome when they were alive. That is why we say a place is 'Haunted'. This is also why a lot of haunted places seem to be older establishments, hospitals, pubs or other meeting places.

The longer a Spirit has been here, the more powerful they become and some can even become competent at moving items, blowing light bulbs, making noises etc.


Can these Spirits haunt people?

Yes, some Earthbound Spirits will attach themselves to people. When this occurs it is usually either because there is a similarity between the two or the Earthbound Spirit is hoping for help to cross over.

Earthbound Spirits may also attach themselves to people who are ill, depressed and often those that have chemical addictions. This is because when we are unwell our aura is weaker and it becomes easier for the Spirit to attach themselves. I believe that some people who are being treated for delusions and other psychiatric conditions are simply being influenced by these lost souls that have made themselves at home in the person's aura.

As we progress psycically and Spiritually our aura grows stronger and begins to shine like a beacon to these Spirits. That is why these Spirits may be attracted to us- they are looking for a way to cross over. I firmly believe that for anyone who is open to psychic or Spiritual work, that it is important to cleanse, clear and protect the aura on a regular basis.



What to do if you think you are being Haunted

Firstly if you have a Spirit in you home and it is a bother to you, you could try to remove the Spirit yourself simply by demanding that they leave. I would suggest that you stand firmly in your space and be very definite about your intention. You can call on Archangel Michael to assist you with this.

If the Earthbound has been around for a while they may not want to go. This is when you call a medium who does 'Rescue' work or 'Ghost busting'.

I have heard of people calling a Priest for an 'exorcism' but have never heard the results of this.

If the Spirit has attached itself to you, then you definitely need assistance, I wouldn't recommend you trying to send it across unless you have had experience with this before and been successful. Not all mediums work with Earthbound Spirits so you'll need to ask for a medium that does. See services.

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