5 Steps to Preparing for Your Psychic Reading: A Comprehensive Guide to Receiving
Embarking on a psychic reading can be a transformative and enlightening experience.
To ensure you make the most out of this journey, careful preparation is key. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore five essential steps to help you prepare for your upcoming psychic/medium reading.
🦋 Esmé
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1. Clarify Your Intentions.
Before you dive into your psychic/medium reading, take the time to reflect on your intentions. What areas of your life are you seeking metaphysical guidance on? Whether it's relationships, career, personal growth, or trying to connect with a loved one who has crossed over, having a clear focus will help guide the reading towards the insights that matter most to you.
Understanding Your Intentions: Begin by journaling your thoughts and emotions. Try not to get too hung up on finding the perfect “intention-setting journal” or special pen—those are just things that will distract you from your main goal of connecting to your intentions. In her book, Writing Down the Bones, Natalie Goldberg advises:
“First, consider the pen you write with. It should be a fast-writing pen because your thoughts are always much faster than your hand. You don't want to slow up your hand even more with a slow pen. A ballpoint, a pencil, a felt tip, for sure, are slow. Go to a stationery store and see what feels good to you. Try out different kinds. Don't get too fancy and expensive. I mostly use a cheap Sheaffer fountain pen, about $1.95.... You want to be able to feel the connection and texture of the pen on paper.”
In that vein, I use whatever ballpoint pen I have lying around and either a legal pad or small notebook, like this Paperage journal that comes with blank pages and in a ton of different colors. Which color speaks to you and makes you feel calm and open to connection?
While journaling, ask yourself why you've chosen to seek a psychic reading at this particular moment in your life. Are there specific challenges, decisions, or uncertainties you're facing? Clarifying your intentions sets the stage for a more targeted and meaningful reading.
Affirmations and Positive Energy: Consider creating affirmations that align with your intentions. These positive statements can help focus your energy and set a welcoming tone for the reading. Repeat these affirmations in the days leading up to your session, reinforcing your openness to receive guidance.
Here are some affirmations to get you started (say them in your mind, say them out loud, say them to yourself in the mirror!
All good comes to me and flows through me.
I hear. I see. I feel. I know. I am open and my intentions flow.
I am supported on my path. The right teachers and resources are on their way to me now.
What is meant for me will find me.
I am alway moving in alignment with my inner knowing.
2. Create a Quiet and Comfortable Space
The environment in which you have your psychic reading plays a crucial role in the quality of the experience. If you’re cold, uncomfortable, or in a public space with distractions, you won’t be able to concentrate on your intentions.
Finding a quiet and comfortable space that appeals to and quiets all of your senses is essential for facilitating a strong connection between you and the metaphysical world.
Eliminate Distractions: Choose a space where you won't be disturbed during your reading. Silence your phone, turn off your TV, and turn other electronic devices to Do Not Disturb mode. Let others in your household know that you need some uninterrupted time. Minimizing external distractions allows you to focus entirely on the intuitive process.
Enhance the Ambiance: Consider incorporating elements that enhance the ambiance of your space and how you experience it with all senses.
Consider how soft lighting can make you feel instantly at ease.
Find a way to bring calming, aromatherapeutic scents into your space with:
Natural, earthy-smelling candles that make you feel calm and grounded. Try Pure Sage for energy cleansing or Sage & Cedarwood for some added stress relief.
Not a fan of candles? Try these Folkulture incense sticks.
For the cleanest aromatherapy, my go-to is putting a few drops of lavender, chamomile, or bergamot essential oils into diffuser and letting the calming mist fill my space.
Don’t forget about wearing soft, comfortable clothing and grabbing a comfortable blanket or pillow to stay nice and warm.
Finally, you can turn on some ambient background music to really bring your calm space together. Remember, the goal is to create an environment conducive to relaxing completely, letting go of any self-judgements, limitations, or fears, and feeling open to connecting with the energies around you.
3. Open Your Mind and Heart.
Approaching your psychic reading with an open mind and heart is fundamental to receiving meaningful insights.
Let go of expectations and embrace the intuitive process with a sense of curiosity and receptivity.
Cultivate Openness: Practice mindfulness and meditation in the days leading up to your reading. Cultivate a sense of openness to the messages and energies that may come through. Release any skepticism or doubts, allowing yourself to fully engage in the experience.
Embrace the Unpredictable: Understand that psychic/medium readings can unfold in unexpected ways. Be open to receiving messages that may not align with your preconceived notions or expectations. The beauty of metaphysical intuitives lies in their ability to reveal aspects of your life that may be hidden or overlooked.
4. Prepare Questions and Topics.
Organizing your thoughts and intentions into a list of questions or topics ensures that you cover the areas that matter most to you during the reading. This step not only provides guidance for the psychic but also empowers you to take an active role in shaping the direction of the session.
Identify Key Areas: Think about the key areas of your life where you seek clarity or guidance. These could include relationships, career decisions, personal growth, or spiritual development. Frame your questions in a way that encourages detailed and insightful responses. If you’re feeling stuck and need a little help getting into spirit (pun intended!), you can try asking a question as you pull a tarot card or oracle card. Even if you’re unfamiliar with or don’t believe in using the tarot as a guide, it’s such a great way to get out of your logical, thinking brain and into your sensing, intuitive brain! My go-to tarot deck for beginners is the classic Rider Waite deck, and my daughters and I have used these Animal Medicine Cards for years.
Stay Flexible: While it's beneficial to have a list of questions, remain flexible during the reading. Allow the psychic to share their insights freely, and be open to unexpected messages or themes that may arise. Sometimes, the most profound guidance comes when we least expect it!
5. Enhance Your Experience with Your Chosen Psychic.
Now that you've selected a psychic for your reading, let's explore how you can optimize your experience with them. Here are key considerations to ensure a meaningful and insightful session:
Connect with Your Chosen Psychic: If you've already chosen a psychic (or psychic-medium), take some time to connect with them before the scheduled reading. Many psychic-mediums offer introductory materials, such as articles, websites, videos, or even brief consultations, to help you become familiar with their approach and energy. Please visit my site to learn more about how I approach my reading, and you can always text me at 814-626-8220!
Review Their Specializations: Revisit your chosen practitioner’s specializations and areas of expertise. Ensure that they align with your intentions for the reading. If there's a specific aspect of your life you're seeking guidance on, check out testimonials or other social proof to make sure that this psychic/medium has demonstrated proficiency in that area.
Communicate Your Expectations: Reach out to your chosen psychic/medium to communicate your expectations and any specific topics or questions you'd like to address during the reading. I have a space in my booking page for you to provide more information or ask any questions you think will be helpful for our reading. Clear communication allows the psychic/medium to tailor the session to your needs, making it a more personalized and impactful experience.
Understand Their Reading Methods: Refresh your understanding of the psychic medium's reading methods. Whether they use tarot cards, mediumship, or other intuitive tools, having a clear understanding of their approach can enhance your receptivity to the insights they provide.
Prepare Relevant Questions: If you haven't already done so, prepare any additional questions or topics you'd like to discuss with your chosen psychic/medium. This step ensures that you make the most of your time together and receive guidance on the areas that matter most to you.
By actively engaging with your chosen psychic medium before the reading, you set the stage for a more personalized and insightful experience. Remember, your active participation in the process contributes to the richness of the guidance you receive.
Wrapping it all up!
Preparing for a psychic/medium reading involves a holistic approach that encompasses your intentions, environment, mindset, and choices. By following these five comprehensive steps, you set the stage for a transformative and enlightening experience.
Remember, each reading is a unique journey, and your openness to the process can make it a powerful tool for gaining insights into your life's path. Approach your reading with a sense of curiosity, trust in the process, and an eagerness to explore the depths of your own intuition.
I hope to connect with you soon!
🦋 Esmé