Why is it so hard to find an authentic psychic?
Because most of the psychics who are easiest to find, especially on large networks, are giving fortune telling, not psychic readings. They are trained to tell you the good that is going to happen and make you feel good, whether or not it is true. Finding a real psychic takes awareness and a little homework: take your search seriously, look for an established private psychic, check their history, and when you find a professional who is good for you, stay with them.
A psychic reading can be a very rewarding as well as a valuable experience. And it seems like something that is not so hard to find: you can find psychics on networks on the web, in ads in the back of magazines, or in television commercials. They are not hard to find. Or are they?
With psychic readers available all over the world, it should be a very simple process. Given the very prevalent perception that all psychics are fake or tricksters, you definitely want to be careful in your search to make sure you get a real one. Most of us know that intuition exists, and there is quite a bit of documentation supporting the credibility of gifted people who are able to access energy and see information connected to you clairvoyantly, empathically and in other ways. Some use their natural gifts without any tools, while others use divination tools such as tarot cards, numerology, runes, the I Ching, and the list goes on. In short, people with special spiritual gifts can tune into people, voluntarily and sometimes involuntarily, giving them access to hidden truths and eventualities about others.
Why do so many psychic predictions never come true?
Let's say you are one who has had many psychic readings. You've heard many things that sounded true, things you hoped would turn out to be true, and you spent a lot of time and money waiting for the predictions to happen. After talking to so many psychics, being told the same things by so many, and waiting patiently, nothing ever happens. Why is that?
Either psychic networks are extremely fortunate to have found thousands of genuine psychic advisers from all over the world, or they have taken advantage of the fact that many people who are hurting and vulnerable will readily believe that anyone who represents spiritual integrity is authentic. Basically, they say they are psychic, so they must be. Well, no, not true.
The point I try to bring home to people is that those who represent themselves as psychic, especially on networks (because of the sheer numbers), are not necessarily psychic. You should not have to call hundreds of psychics to find one real one. This topic is so important because you could spend thousands of dollars only to find yourself disillusioned beyond belief, when you came to get answers and clarity.
What is the difference between a psychic reading and fortune telling?
The widespread perception of what a psychic is, from the seeker's point of view, is that when you call one, they will tell you the "good" that is going to happen in your future. After all, you are most likely calling because you are hurting and need something good to happen, or you hope a new situation will turn out in your favor.
This is not "psychic reading." This is "fortune telling." It is the current paradigm for a large number of psychic services worldwide. The so-called psychic advisers are doing their job as they have been trained to do: tell the caller something good, never tell them anything bad (and the truth is not bad, but we must not assume they even know the truth), and make them feel good. This is their job! Remember that! And when it works, you feel almost intoxicated with belief in what they have said. You readily accept the scenario and often begin to feed off it, even if it is not true, was never true and will never be true.
So fortune telling is what you're getting from the large masses of psychics waiting to take your call. It's like fast food: satisfying at first, but oh so bad for you in the long run. Most are trained script readers whose job is to tell you your good fortune. Some are better than others, and the worst cases I've seen are those who have talent and try to con you into giving them money to remove negative energy or curses. This is ludicrous.
Because of this, skeptics and critics have a negative perception of psychics in general and lump everybody into the fortune telling category. Real psychics have a job to do to separate themselves from this unfortunate reality. It is not easy, because the few real ones often work on the same networks, and finding them is like finding a minnow in the sea.
How do you go about getting a real psychic reading?
The answer is awareness. Once you become aware of the truth about this "imitation" psychic paradigm, your eyes begin to open, the veil is removed, the secret is exposed, and it begins to lose its power over you. You will be more careful in choosing a psychic adviser, and you will tend not to believe everything said in a for-entertainment-only reading. Where thousands of psychics are waiting to take your call, there is a slim chance of finding an authentic one who represents the highest professional standard in the divination arts. Take this advice:
- Take yourself and your psychic seriously, or resign yourself to entertainment-only status.
- Avoid networks that don't regulate the requirements for their psychics.
- Look for a private psychic consultation. This is important. Suppose you were looking for a therapist or another professional practitioner. Once you found someone, you would not keep going from this one to that one.
- Ask yourself, why am I doing this with psychics? There can be deeper reasons for this behavior. Is it that you didn't hear what you wanted, weren't convinced, or need to hear it over and over? Generally, when we find a professional who is good for us, we tend to stick with that person.
That is what I have found with my clients. They are usually either new to psychic readings or have already gone through the psychic reading circuit and are ready for authentic answers based in the Truth. Those are the people who find me. I can't tell you how many people call me to tell me about their experiences with fake psychics, including the most notorious scheme of all, the curse or negative block that must be removed. This is a despicable scam, and I cover it in How to Spot a Fake Psychic. Fake psychics are an abundant reality. Understanding this truth is the first step in finding a real psychic counselor.
How do you choose the right psychic?
You have to be discerning. You have to take responsibility for your life and be a part of your reading, because your spirit and intuition are equally at play in a genuine psychic reading. You are part of it, not separate from it. A real reading can open you up to a spiritual awareness that will empower you in your life.
A real reading was never intended to substitute for you fully engaging in all the choices and actions of life. Think of life as a school. You are here to learn and to grow, and that cannot happen if you are not fully engaged. Never use a psychic as a substitute for life choices, because this limits you, and we are all limitless beings capable of tremendous achievements.
There are real psychics who understand their true role in this kind of service. But it is a service: the seeker has to know how to use a psychic reading for their benefit, and the real psychic intuitive has the responsibility to hold to a high standard. With your awareness, a real reading can work wonders.
What should you check before you call a psychic?
When searching the web for a psychic reading, you are now aware of the pitfalls of large networks with no standard qualifications for their psychic advisers. That puts you, the seeker, at a disadvantage right off the bat. So be conscious about your search, and look for real testimonials about the psychic you are researching.
When evaluating a psychic's site, make sure it's not just a one-page site with no apparent history and just a phone number or buy buttons. If you cannot find out anything about the psychic, don't call them. I've heard plenty of horror stories about private sites, too, that are just scammers waiting for you to come along. When looking for an established private psychic intuitive:
- Find out how long their site has been up.
- Search for their name and see what others say about them.
See, didn't think you'd have so much homework, did you? It's not easy, but it's not impossible either. Just be conscious and be authentic with yourself. Unless "feel-good" readings are all right with you, these tips will help you in your search for authentic spiritual counseling.
