Humans have been fascinated by the spiritual aspect of our existence since the beginning of time. We know something deeper and more meaningful exists that most of us can’t see. Prophets, oracles, seers, psychics, and mediums belong to a group that can see those things we cannot. They’ve been guiding people and helping them make sense of their lives for centuries.
Knowing how to make the best decisions for yourself lets you know what to expect in the future. Psychics can help you decide what to do now so that your future is everything you want. Unfortunately, not all psychics are authentic, and for each one, there are many fake ones. Psychic scams are rampant thanks to the advanced technology available for communicating with each other. Phony psychics give real ones a bad name and cause skepticism toward psychics in general.
This skepticism is unfortunate, considering how many people have received invaluable guidance and wisdom from legitimate psychics. I count myself amongst those who’ve received help and hate to see them all categorized as scammers. If you’re considering getting a psychic reading, you must be as prepared as possible to avoid getting scammed. Knowing these five things before contacting a psychic advisor can keep you from being ripped off.
Scamming Psychics Are Rampant
Sadly, some people will take any opportunity to steal your money. Some get conned out of hundreds of dollars, while others get taken for hundreds of thousands. Criminals have numerous ways to scam people, and pretending to have psychic abilities is one of them. They’ll tell you outlandish things and try their hardest to scare you into paying them.
If a “psychic” mentions curses, spells, or bad luck, stop speaking to them immediately. This is a common trick scammers use on unsuspecting victims. Additionally, you should never give money to a “psychic” who tells you they’ll return it once it’s “cleansed.” Run away from anyone who tries to convince you to do this.
Fake psychics will also try to convince you that you must purchase expensive items from or for them; this is a scam. Please do not do it and drop all contact with them asap. Like everything else, when it comes to psychic readings, you get what you pay for. Psychic scammers like to reel victims in by promising them FREE readings.
We all know the old saying, if it’s too good to be true, it probably is, and this applies here. “Free” readings are another common trick to get people through the door so they can start scamming them. Also, cheaper is not always better for something as intimate and personal as a psychic reading. You might want to choose the most inexpensive psychic service, but there’s a reason they’re the cheapest.
Fake Psychics Don’t Care About Your Experience
Their goal is “quantity over quality.” Their readings are cheaper because they’re trying to get the most customers in the shortest time possible. For a lot of dishonest psychics, you’re nothing but a number to them. They know more people will contact them due to their low price, and they can crank out subpar readings. Authentic psychic networks like Psychic Source and Ask Now test, verify, and background check all psychics before partnering with them.
They know readings are a sensitive subject and only want to work with the best of the best. These companies also offer satisfaction guarantees, so you don’t have to worry about paying for something you aren’t happy with. When choosing a psychic network, read their reviews and ratings. The best psychic reviews are from actual customers who have personal experience with them and can vouch for them. Read testimonials from past and current customers to get a good feel for the company.
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There Are Different Types Of Psychics
The word “psychic” is pretty broad, and people use it to describe people that possess all sorts of gifts and abilities. Not all psychics are the same and certainly don’t do the same things. For example, all mediums are psychic, but not all psychics are mediums. Mediums are a specific group of psychics that can communicate with the spirits of those who have passed away.
These individuals were born with this unique gift and have had years to understand this ability and master it. Mediums are unique because they can relay important messages between you and your loved ones. They are a great way to get closure from the death of a loved one who passed unexpectedly.
Psychics have precognitive abilities, deep spiritual intuition, heightened ESP, and vibrate on a different frequency than the rest of us. They aren’t mediums because they can’t communicate with spirits. To learn more about the different psychic abilities, read my article here. Another thing to note is that it’s beneficial to know what you’re hoping to get from a psychic reading.
Ask yourself what you need answers to, what you need help and guidance with, etc. After you’ve worked that out, you can choose the best psychic for your specific needs. You could need a Tarot reader, clairvoyant, or Medium, and you shouldn’t waste time figuring that out during the reading. Some networks have an excellent customer service team that matches you with the type of psychic they think is best.
You Should Make A Game Plan Before Your Reading
Knowing what questions to ask and the best way to word them is essential when getting a psychic reading. There’s a popular myth that psychics can magically answer any question right then and there. This is false; they are not there to answer direct, specific questions. They are there to help you find the answers to these deep questions inside yourself.
This might not make sense at first but think of them as a vessel through which the spiritual realm can communicate to you. Contrary to popular belief, they (usually) can’t tell you specific numbers. For example, they don’t know what lottery numbers to pick or pinpoint the date you’ll meet your soulmate. They can, however, help you arrive at these answers independently.
They’ll guide you through the steps needed to get where you want to be. For example, if you’re anxious to meet your soulmate, they can advise you on how to make this possible. They can use their gifts to determine what steps YOU need to take. Talented psychics can help you see what kind of person to look for to have the highest chance of happiness.
They’ll help you discover where you’re most likely to meet this type of person, etc. Instead of asking them precise questions, ask them questions that can teach you how to move forward. Things like, “How can I find my true purpose?” “What kind of career would fulfill me the most?” “How can I improve my relationship?”
The Psychic Should Be Guiding The Conversation
Once you’ve asked the psychic your well-thought-out questions, be prepared to sit back and listen. A lot of people think they’re the ones that need to do all the talking and asking during a reading, but that is not the case. During the consult, your psychic should do most of the talking. Learn to relax and allow them to guide you.
Leading and directing the conversation comes naturally to genuine psychics. Fake psychics will want you to keep talking on and on because this is how they get information to use against you. Telling them your life story may seem innocent enough, but you need to know that you’re making it easy for them to scam you.
They’ll learn personal and meaningful details about you that they’ll bring up later and surprise you. It’s easy to get lost when you start talking about yourself, and you may forget what you shared with them. It might surprise you when they bring up a specific detail later and make them seem more believable. If you’re ever speaking to a psychic and it seems you’re the only one talking, be prepared to end the call.
Of course, even authentic psychics will need some information about you, but the keyword here is SOME. They need to get to know things about you, but then they need to take over the conversation and direct you after that. You’re not paying them to just listen to you; you’re paying them to give you valuable advice. Learn to let go of the reins and listen carefully to what the psychic says.
Too Much Talking On Your Part Can Distract The Psychic
Another reason you don’t want to talk nonstop during a reading is how distracting it is for legitimate readers. Genuine psychics need to be able to focus on their senses because this is where their gifts come from. Whether they visualize the information in their mind, hear it told to them, or feel it as if it were them experiencing it, they need to be able to receive the message so they can relay it to you.
It can irritate a psychic to have someone always talking when they’re in this state or a trance. Give them their space and allow them to do what they do best. If they have any questions, they’ll ask you. If you have essential information you feel they should know, wait until they’ve finished a sentence, then ask them if you can tell them something. Avoid interrupting them in the middle of speaking or talking to them during quiet moments when they might be concentrating on something.
Give Yourself Time To Process What You’ve Been Told
I’ve learned during my psychic journey that sometimes, my reading doesn’t make sense at the time. There have been times when I didn’t think my reading was accurate, and I later found out this is quite normal. For this reason, take notes of what the psychic is telling you. Give yourself time following a reading before you write the whole thing off. There’s a name for this feeling: “psychic amnesia.” It’s where the reader gives you information that they hear, see, or feel but that you can’t relate to at the time.
You might think the information was incorrect, or they picked up information for the wrong person, but that’s not true. Remember when I said psychics act like a vessel through which information is shared? The psychic receives the information, then relays it to you. They’re simply the middle-man, and sometimes they might be unable to explain what they’re receiving. They can only tell you that they’re receiving it and can try to help you make sense of it.
This is more common during a reading with a spirit medium. You may not remember the person or animal coming through at the moment. The medium may have mentioned symbols, memories, or messages you don’t immediately recognize or recall. Often, things don’t hit home until after you’ve had time to sit with the information and process it. Once the reading is over, you have more time to sit and ponder what they told you.
Things that didn’t make sense during the reading suddenly “click,” and it all makes sense. This process could sometimes take minutes, days, weeks, or even months. That’s why taking notes or getting a reading transcript is essential. Once you realize what they were talking about, you can go back and make better sense of the reading.
Reduce Your Chances Of Experiencing Psychic Amnesia
Sometimes psychic amnesia isn’t within your control, but there are many things you can do to keep it from happening. These include:
- Going into the reading with an open mind
- Not getting a reading when you’re tired, in a rush, or intoxicated
- Going into the reading in a relaxed and trusting state
- Giving yourself time to grieve before speaking to a medium
- Not being afraid of what you’ll hear or going in with preconceived notions of what will happen
Due to the staggering amount of fraudulent psychics, I cannot stress enough the importance of doing your homework beforehand. Of course, it’s easier to pick the first psychic who offers you a “free” reading, but easier isn’t better. Take the time to research several different psychic networks and read up on them. Read the profiles and reviews of the psychic you’re thinking about consulting. You can get a good feeling for the psychic by how they describe themselves.
Ensure their abilities match your needs, and don’t hesitate to ask for help. I’ve done much of the work if you’re looking for the best psychics to speak to, and I’m always available to answer any questions! Click the box below for a list of my all-time favorite psychic networks. I also suggest you read the blog’s “Psychic Scams and How to Avoid Them” section; it will teach you what to look for and who to avoid. You’ll also find reviews there of well-known psychic scams like William Your Guardian Angel, Magellan, Esmeralda Psychic, and others.
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