How to Pick a Psychic

 

How do I find a Good Psychic Reader?

You should feel comfortable with the person you are asking to read for you.   

Trust your own intuition with this. Even from day to day, one reader may be better than another, so ask yourself is this the right person for me today? A reader should make you feel relaxed and comfortable, a bit like sitting down with a good friend to review the issues in your life. A psychic reading is an intimate exchange of energy and you should feel respected by your reader.

Ask a Friend if they've seen a Psychic they really liked.

Often this is a great way to find a psychic and to open up discussions about intuition. While you may not want to ask your boss for a psychic referral, surprisingly many of your friends may have a psychic's business card tucked away.

Ask your Spirit to guide you to a good psychic.

The best reading I every had occurred when I took a friend's reading slot because she had to work and didn't want to cancel the appointment. Sometimes Spirit just guides us to our psychic.

Warning Signs of a Bad Reader:

If you leave a psychic feeling scared, frightened or depressed, never go back to this person and erase from your memory all that you were told by them!

A good psychic reading should be empowering, and while you may hear things that you didn't want to hear, truly, there should be few surprises. Often we simply go to a reader to confirm those intuitions that we are already receiving. Any reader who is over dramatic or who frightens you should be on stage; not doing readings.

If a psychic insists that they know better than you what is right for you, never go back!

"I told you that would happen!" Yuck. If you have a psychic who is hung up in being right, rather than helping you make choices in your life, look for a new psychic. You're the one who is living your life...the choices are always yours to make. A psychic shouldn't make you feel like an ignorant child. In fact, psychics don't get to vote on how you live your life, they only get to observe and advise. You choose.

If a psychic wants to sell you candles or prayers to improve your lot in life, to take away an evil curse, to bring you money or to find the perfect mate, never go back.

Remember: You are the author of your life, no psychic can change the course of your life, only you can do that!

If a psychic insists that you should come back on a regular basis so that they can help you through a difficult time, be very careful.

A good psychic is working to help you develop your own strengths and recognize your own power. They do not want to create a dependent relationship with their clients. While occasionally a situation may warrant a more frequent check-in, generally speaking, checking in with a psychic every six months should be ample.

If you feel the psychic doesn't genuinely care about you, never go back!

I've listened to lots of psychics at many psychic fairs and those who truly care about their clients simply shine. You can feel their concern and attention. Most of us feel guided to do this work and feel it is an honor to be allowed to read for  someone. If you leave a reading feeling like you've been served ham and eggs at IHOP, rather than having experienced a connection with your reader, never go back.

Finally, if you leave a reading without feeling empowered or without having gained a new perspective on your life and your choices, you might want to shop for a new psychic.

A good psychic reading is not so much about someone predicting what will happen in your future. Your future changes with each choice you make. Rather, a reading is more often about identifying things you may be missing in your current situation and discovering what changes or choices you can make to bring toward you the future you choose.

Should I ask Vague Questions to Test the Reader?

Please don't.  I understand that people think "Stump the Psychic" is the acid test for deciding if you're dealing with a gifted a reader, but it is not the best way to get a good reading. 

My guides prefer to be asked questions. They say it is because the question itself grants permission to give the answer. Also if you are vague about what you want from a reading, you may find that what you receive is equally vague. Usually, the clearer your intention when coming to a reader; the better your result. Think of a reading as collaboration between you and your reader. If you want good advice, you may want to explain some of the details, but it's up to you.

Check your own Intuition.

You may be seeing a very ethical and respectful psychic reader, but not the reader for you. Remember, you should be comfortable with this person. Mutual respect and integrity are the foundation of a good reading; feeling comfortable says you are in the right place. 

Each reader brings their own world view to a reading. If you don't feel a connection to your reader it may simply be because your energies don't match. Feel free to check out several psychics. Each reader gives a reading with a different focus. Find the one that is best for you.

Finally, enjoy your reading!  

A reading should empower you and help you view your life from a new perspective so relax and have fun with it.