Most people are familiar with their Sun sign but did you also know that you have a Moon sign? This is the sign that the moon was in at your moment of birth. As it takes the moon 28 days to travel through all of the zodiac signs knowing your moon sign can give you a richer interpretation of your actual sun sign and a better understanding of those you know or wish to get to know.

The sun in your chart shows your masculine side whereas the moon shows your feminine side. If you don’t think you fit your sun sign then take a look at where your moon is and you may be in for a big surprise. As well as showing how you tend to process your feelings and handle your emotions it can also give you new insights into how your partner does this also. Quite a handy bit of information to know especially if you have been interacting under the illusion that they are only their sun sign!

You may also have noticed that you are always drawn to the same sign in a partner and yet do not know why. Chances are you have your moon in that sign or in favourable aspects to that sign. There are many other facets that come into a birth chart for interpretation but knowing where your moon is can be a big start to understanding your emotional makeup and also of those around you. If you read that certain signs do not get on and think you couldn’t possibly take things forward with the object of your desires then think again…. look at their moon sign and you may find you are more than compatible!

To give an example, imagine a typical Aries sun personality. This person would be direct, forthright, a leader and instigator of ideas and please note to all potential partners of an Aries character – Aries likes to do the chasing. They like to do the chasing so much so that once they have “caught” you they may lose interest very quickly so it is in your interest to keep them believing they are doing the chasing for as long as possible. However, if their moon is in a sign such as Pisces then the emotional makeup would dampen down the Aries drive giving a much more laidback type of person who is not showing typical Aries characteristics and you may find yourself doing the chasing and wondering why after you have read so many books on Aries traits that they are not living up to their sun sign.

So next time you are inclined to read your sun sign forecast remember there is a whole other side to you (or him/her) and it’s ruled by the Moon and it can open up a whole new world for both of you!

I feel that we are all on a journey of spiritual growth and personal development, and for that reason, not every psychic is going to be right for every person. I would call myself a ‘bigger picture’ psychic. If we imagine that we are on a road called ‘growth’, at the beginning of that road we ask questions about what lies on the surface. If the reading is relevant to a relationship, we may ask if and when someone will call, if and when they will come back to us. When I am asked these questions the first thing I do is encourage the client to focus less on if someone will come back, and more on why they left. This requires moving a little further down that road, letting go of ‘today’ and examining if you are on the right path to get to your desired destination.


You may ask ‘when will he call?’ and the psychic may say ‘next Tuesday’ and may well be spot on, but that doesn’t solve the issue of why there was a period of silence and why he stopped calling in the first place. So next Tuesday he calls, all is well for a few weeks and then guess what? He backs off AGAIN. You then find yourself calling the psychic again and asking when hes going to call. All the while you are being hurt and emotionally drained and not moving along that path. You get stuck on a hamster wheel you saw on the side of the road!,


Very often people look for a reading to tell them that all will be well and become angry with the psychic if that’s not what they hear, they are resistant to growth and want to remain exactly as they are and have someone still tell them that all will be will and they will get their happy ever after.


Psychics don’t CREATE the future, so don’t get mad if they are not telling you what you wanted to hear! Take it as a opportunity to look at YOUR actions. A good psychic wont just give you bad news, they will tell you how you can change the patterns and cycles that have trapped you and show you that when YOU change the music the whole dance changes! Isnt that FAR more helpful than telling you that someone will call next week? Better to have to the potential to change the direction of the whole journey and not just what happens now.


Always be aware that the most powerful person in your life is YOU. You set the rules and create the boundaries by which others can interact with you. If you are being abused and you are an adult, then the opportunity for growth lies with YOU. When we are afraid of losing someone we care about we stay in often terrible situations. We get readings, and hope that the other person will change, and we want to know WHEN. The sad fact is that as long as you remain with them and ALLOW them to mistreat you then you are GIVING THEM PERMISSION TO DO SO. What incentive do they have to grow and overcome their issues? They can behave as they do and still have you. Not only are you stuck on your own path but you are allowing them to remain stuck on theirs. When you think about it, that isn’t love, its DEPENDENCY.


Now if all of this resonates with you, let me take you to the next level. Lets say you have read this, and understand what you need to do and how your actions have contributed to where you find yourself. That’s wonderful! But the test is this – are you going to do this work because you love yourself, want to put yourself first, and want to change the pattern of all your relationships from now on – OR – are you going to say ‘Wow, Raven that made so much sense to me I am so glad I spoke to you, now tell me, if I do all this, WHEN WILL HE CALL ME? ( Raven bangs head against wall!).


If you remember only one thing you read here, make it this. LOVE YOURSELF FIRST. When you grow, you do it for YOU, not to influence someone elses free will. God doesn’t do ‘deals’ It isnt a case of saying ‘Ok God, Ill do what I need to do to learn this lesson as long as I can have this person at the end of it. NO DEAL.


When you stop enabling someone to treat you as they do, then they are triggered to grow, they can no longer interact with you as things were because YOU are no longer the same person. Your growth becomes the catalyst for theirs, but they always have free will, can avoid growth ( as you once did!) and may not appreciate your new approach. THIS IS NO REASON FOR YOU TO STAY AS YOU ARE!

Does one have to know the scientific mechanics of how your car starts when you turn the key? Similar with Tarot readings; I believe science is catching up now more then ever to metaphysics. Quantum Physics and all the various experiments that are now being conducted at all the various universities around the world are revealing conclusive evidence that these things are real. Unfortunately, science has along way to go still.

Swiss psychologist Carl Gustav Jung believed they worked through a process he termed as synchronicity. The theory of synchronicity can be summed up as co-incidence, meaning events that come together out side the realm of “chance.” These experiments were conducted at C.G. Jung Institute in Zurich.
I am also aware of Art Rosengarten that conducted allot of experiments with the tarot and he has authored several books on the subject.

The best approach to spirituality and getting a tarot reading is, “we become as little children,” as Jesus said. We forget all that we think we know all preconceived ideas and labels. We come with an open mind and heart. As the Buddhist term it the empty rice bowl and we allow spirit to guide us. Yogis call this state thoughtless awareness.

Understand that a real tarot reader does not need to know “anything” about your situation. As a matter of fact the less we know the better. Information can only biased one. Often times in the course of a reading we will ask questions to piece the puzzle together only. Provide no unsolicited information initially, as then we are looking for this or that—and we may miss something much more important that you need to know. I believe readings should always be approached in a very clinical way—so you can obtain the best results.
So when getting a tarot reading, it is a good idea to just surrender all your preconceived ideas about the situation you are coming about—as often your strong ideas about a subject can actually block the reader from seeing the truth. Also, understand that you can not judge predictions right or wrong in the present. Things you believe from your present knowledge are ridiculous is often exactly what will happen. Just keep an open mind to what the reader has to tell you—and keep a perfect state of objectivity. Being almost the detached observer is where the best tarot readings come from I have found.

If recommendations are made to you by the advisor follow them—religiously. If you go to a doctor and you don’t take the medication are you going to be helped? Keep in mind the definition of insanity is to do the same thing and expect different results—yet people continue doing this all over the world.
Allowing spirit to lead the way—always produces the perfect results- I have found.
Love and light,
dj

Although psychic readings generally do not require preparation on the part of the client there are still certain things that you can do both before and during the reading which will help you to get the most out of your time with your psychic advisor. This article will provide you with some helpful suggestions and tips so that you can derive the most benefit from your reading.

Here are the tips:

1) Relax. Yes, it is normal to be a little nervous, especially if you have never had a psychic reading before. Nerves are normal whenever we do anything for the first time. Just think about the first time you rode a bicycle or even your first date! Of course as we gain experience in anything our anxiety begins to diminish so bear this in mind and take the reading in your stride.

It’s important to remember too that psychic abilities are normal and we all possess them to a degree. Like all those times you just knew without any logical explanation that something was going to happen and indeed it did! Or all those moments when you thought about someone who you hadn’t seen in a long time and you happened to bump in to them or hear from them that same day. We all have these moments and although many people like to brush these aside with the word “coincidence”, the truth is that there are no coincidences. We all have a psychic sense, it’s a normal part of our makeup so don’t be afraid of this.

On this same topic keep in mind too that psychics themselves are regular people just like you. This should also help diminish some of your unsettled nerves. In any case, no doubt beneath your nervousness exists a certain curiosity about life and a desire to know things on a deeper level. After all, without that curiosity and desire you would not be seeking a reading right? So try if you can to connect more with this desire to know and let that guide you. That in itself will help put you in touch with the voice of your own intuition. Remind yourself once again that psychic abilities are normal and when its time for your reading take a deep breath and relax. When you have the pleasure of working with a gifted psychic this deep relaxation will make a world of difference.

2) Prepare Focused Questions. This is just as important as being relaxed. As we just discussed in the previous tip, since you have decided to have a psychic reading there are no doubt certain areas of your life which you would like to seek deeper insights and guidance about. In order to express this you will need to formulate some specific questions. It’s highly advisable to take some time before-hand to think deeply about the questions you wish to ask.

During the reading itself though, try to be as specific as possible when asking your questions? This is because if your questions are too vague and general then you are likely to receive answers of this nature too. So for instance, rather than saying ”Please tell me about Chris” a better way would be to ask “How does Chris feel about me and is he ever going to ask me out on a date?”. Or instead of asking the question, “Where is my career headed?” try asking, “Am I likely to get the Barnes account come September and will I get that promotion?”. I’m sure you get the idea. Specific questions of this nature will lead to more focused answers so be sure to think of some.

I hope you’ve enjoyed these suggestions as to how best prepare for a psychic reading. Please keep your eyes peeled for part two of this article where I will share with you even more tips.

What does a professional palm reader look for when studying your palm? It involves more than just examining the lines of your hands. Palmists begin with texture, color, flexibility, finger, nails, and size. There are also various bumps or mounts on the hand which represent certain aspects of your personality.

Which hand is best to use in palm reading? It depends on which hand that is favored. For the right-handed person, the left hand is said to be a window to the innate personality, whereas the right hand shows talents and aspirations as an outgrowth of personality. It is opposite for the left-handed person.

The palmist will also observe texture in both the front and back of the hand. A soft-textured hand reveals sensitivity and refinement. A coarse-textured hand will depict a temperamental nature. Calluses will show that a person is hard working and/or performs a lot of manual labor. The flexibility of the hand demonstrates the nature of a person. The more flexible the hand, the more adaptable the person.

Nails are also important. The nail shape and color allows the palmist to gain insight into personality. Long nails show creativity whereas square nails reveal a methodical personality. A pink coloring of the hands exposes a healthy individual, while yellow or blue coloring may indicate a problem.

The mounts are found at the base of the fingers. Palmists study the texture, color and firmness of these mounts. Each finger has a mount that denotes a specific trait. For example, the index finger indicates wisdom, balance, and sorrow; the fourth finger shows ability to reason and pension for business; the thumb reveals love and passion. Last but not least, the edge of the hand shows imagination and even selfishness whereas the middle of the palm signifies courage and aggression.
The lines of the palm are next. There are many lines of study in the palm. However, the primary lines of interest for many people are the heart line which shows emotion; the head line which denotes intellect; and the life line which reveals the length of a person’s life. Others lines include those of affection which reveals information about relationships; fate which begins near the end of the life line signifies material success; the line of Apollo which determines brilliance; and Mercury which indicates overall health.

As life moves on, so do the lines and overall appearance of your palm. The lines change as you change and reflect your experiences, both good and bad. So armed with psychic information, it is up to you to make a conscious effort to approach life in a different way or maintain the path you have established for yourself. The future is in your hands.

Intuitive messages can come in all forms. They surface as cravings for certain foods, through dreams, from heightened emotion and experiences, even through ideas that pop into our minds while doing routine tasks. Some of these everyday messages may seem meaningless, but when we take time out to listen carefully, we begin the process of strengthening and flexing our intuitive muscle.

Intuition is a powerful phenomenon. It is knowing the truth without explanation and it is said to be linked to a higher self. Often referred to as the ‘’sixth sense,” many people believe that it is something you’re either born with or not. However, we all have this deep sense of knowing that something is right or wrong and we can all learn to use it. Your intuition combines the experience of your past, present, and future to lead you toward inner peace and out of paralyzed places. It also gives you answers to problems and decisions. Following your intuition is the first step toward realizing your goals, hopes and dreams.

What can your intuition do for you? Learning to listen to the voice within forces us to live in the moment and with higher purpose.  It leads you to take good care of yourself and to have improved relationships with others. It can make your career, creative endeavors, and work life better, more enjoyable, and even effortless. Following your intuition can increase the flow of prosperity in your life. As an internal guide, your intuition is always showing you what to do to increase the flow of positive energy.

Don’t ignore your gut feelings, hone it. Here are some simple techniques:

• Acknowledge your immediate feeling. If you have a hunch, it’s often a good idea to follow it.
• Relax your mind and body. Listen to music, take a walk, or simply find a quiet place to reflect and meditate.
• Practice deep breathing. Slow breaths, in and out.
• Think twice before acting.
• Track your accomplishments. Record all the times you listened to your intuition and proved you were right.

Daily practice is the key to building confidence and sharpening your intuition. The more you use your instincts, the more sensitive it becomes. Remember, when we choose to ignore our inner voice, we ignore what is best for ourselves

By definition, intention means “to have a purpose, plan, goal or objective,” “to act consciously,” “to know what you are doing and why.” Without intention, we may find our lives lacking purpose, direction, or meaning. How do we begin to build intention?  And how do we go about transforming the negative conversations that we all have with ourselves into positive action?  It all starts with self awareness.

It’s clear that we are creatures of habit. We get up, brush our teeth, eat breakfast, go to work, head home, have dinner, go to bed, and it starts all over again the next day. For most, there is not much thought involved when it comes to our daily routine. Because our society is rooted in evolution, our minds are designed to work based on habit and conditioned responses. Yet, what happens when we do things day in and out, repeatedly without a thought? We find ourselves stuck in what is commonly known as “a rut”.

But what if we take time out to pay closer attention to our thoughts, instincts, dreams, and the world around us?  For instance, the next time you sit down to eat the usual bagel with cream cheese for breakfast, slow down and take inventory of how it tastes, feels, sounds and smells. Slowing down and being attentive to your senses can take you off autopilot and make you more mindful. And perhaps you’ll even discover that you don’t like that bagel very much after all!

In my psychic practice, I have helped people of all life circumstances achieve personal success by teaching them how to listen carefully to their inner voice. Using self awareness as our guide, we can begin to establish new and clear goals, making it possible to create change, improve our reality, and achieve a better quality of life. With that said, it’s time to break free from our daily rut and establish true intention.

Before settling on a life goal, take small steps by shaking up a normal daily routine and approaching it differently. For example, drive to work using another route or exercise in the morning instead of the evening. Changing up your routine, no matter how small, forces you ask “why” and discover if there is way of doing it better. It is about establishing your intention for doing what you do, how you do it, and the purpose.

Setting an intention that can change your life can be anything, as long as it is important to you and for you, and of course, beneficial to who are close to you. An intention can range from getting physically fit to become a healthier, more active person, to taking more chances in life to realize a new career path, talent, home, or love. It can even be as simple as starting each day with the intention to calmly (rather than loudly) address the little frustrations that surface with our children or spouse, or perhaps to make that difficult phone call to an estranged friend or family member. In fact, intention is a motivating force of life, it can be empowering, inspiring, and begins with self awareness.

So once we make the step of establishing intention, it is important to act on it. Getting active and moving forward with attaining your goal, no matter how lofty you or others may believe it to be, demonstrates your commitment. Once you make a decision to go for your intention, consider the following tips for success:

• Get specific, make it clear, and write it down.
• Share your intention(s) with that supportive someone
• Do something today to seal your commitment
• Acknowledge taking the first step and move forward with the next
• Be aware of setbacks and resolve to keep going
• Keep your eyes on the intention, be accountable, and don’t look back

Remember, when you act with intention and work consistently toward your goal, it is amazing how quickly life can change:for the better.

• Focus on you, not the affairs of others. Many of us spend a lot of time worrying about what everybody else is doing and saying, or obsessing over what people think. Instead, try putting that energy toward bettering ourselves.
• Embrace peace over frustration. Although it is easy to point fingers and get caught up in finding fault with others, it’s much healthier and beneficial to our psyche to approach the situation calmly and rationally, and then move on.
• Smile. It doesn’t cost anything and it looks better. A simple smile can diffuse the most difficult days, situations, and people.
• Look for humor in the mundane. A laugh a day can go a long way to achieving your center and improving your approach to any dilemma. Life should never be taken too seriously.
• Give back to others. We can not live only to satisfy our wants and egos. When you give of your time and attention to others, you achieve a sense of purpose and inner peace.
• Meditate. The source of all worry, anxiety, stress and negativity is in our minds. Silence the negativity by stealing quiet moments throughout the day.

Learning to attain and maintain our center will encourage the conscious and subconscious aspects of our being to work together to quiet the negative thoughts and useless chatter. When we are able to silence the toxic conversations running through our minds, it is then we can embark on the path to true inner peace.

It is true that there are many obstacles to good love during the economic collapse. And it is becoming ever more apparent that things are going to get worse. But we do not know this for certain. And love will never end. It goes on like a flowing river, on and on. Step in one place, and it continues to flow.

If you’ve lost love currently and are having a hard time finding new love, be well with yourself. Understand that these things take time and there are no absolutes. Love thyself is a good motto, so do yourself a favor and find a local retreat near you to experience a new taste in your life. Try a class in yoga, or start a new hobby. Start a new career. There are numerous things you can do to really overcome the problems in your life.

Remain stable in yourself and know that things will get better. Things are as they are now for a special reason. So many times I get clients who can’t understand why their life is the way it is now, and I often remind them of potential reasons. Really, our lives all have meaning and we remain here for special necessity. So be well in knowing this.

If you are still having trouble seeing through the difficult times, feel free to drop me a note and we’ll work through it together. Or try contacting me when I’m online!