Innholdsfortegnelse for Nov-2018 i Chat It's Fate

Autumn is my favourite season. Living in the country, there’s something about the reds and golds of the leaves that soothes my soul. Which is why I absolutely adored the feature about combining autumn-watching and ghost-hunting on p54. Two of my favourite things rolled into one – what’s not to love? I also loved this month’s lead feature on p4 – Felicity says she’s seen fairies (or faeries as she calls them) since she was a little girl, and is their messenger on Earth, here to help us save our planet before it’s too late. The fairies talk a lot of sense! Finally, as a Fire sign, I was fascinated to find that the article on p48 about elemental eating described me perfectly. Love spicy foods? Check! Gulp down my…

CRIPPLED BY ANXIETY Dear Jenny I come across as laid-back and confident, but struggle with extreme anxiety. It holds me back from doing some things I want to do. I’ve had some trauma in this life (like nearly dying in childbirth) but this has been a problem for as long as I can remember. Is it past life related? Anna Bailey, 40, Surrey Bad girl You hear the words, ‘You stupid, stupid girl! Look what you’ve done!’ You realise that you can’t trust yourself, that you make bad decisions. It’s 1742. It is your mother screaming at you, as she does all the time. Stepping back This reading is a bit different, as we are going to re-write the past. This type of ingrained mistrust in oneself is hard to…

Stars IN THE SKY Kurt Cobain I feel a real sense of loss or sadness with Nirvana frontman Kurt. He was emotional and even though there were people around him, he always felt lonely. His life seriously changed about six years before his death, possibly when he became famous, and this left a huge impact on him. He hoped singing would hide the pain and tears, but turned to drink to cast away those dark thoughts. His passing was devastating, but at the same time it was a blessing due to his emotional state that was worsened by his lifestyle. PSYCHIC SNAPSHOT Dear Barrie This was taken in woods in St, Andrews Fife, Scotland and in the background there’s a mist, that wasn’t there when I took the photo. Also,…

This month This month’s New Moon takes place in the sexy sign of Scorpio on November 7. This is a very auspicious New Moon for anyone: a. With love on their mind. b. Whose sex life needs improving. c. Who wants more cash. Because the New Moon this month augurs well for love, sex and money, we’re going to do a card for each topic. Remember, if you’re reading this, then it’s meant for you! So decide now if you want to ask about love, sex or money. Formulate your question in your mind - or write it down so that once you have your answer, there’s no ambiguity about what you asked! Then choose card 1, 2 or 3 depending on your question… 1 : If you asked a…

Snakes are very common in symbolism from cultures all around the world - and they’re often associated with evil! So what happens if you find yourself dreaming of them? From fear to renewal, desire to anxiety, there’s a lot more than you might think hidden in the dream world as far as these sssslippery customers are concerned - and it’s not all bad.... FEAR Many people are scared of snakes, and they can represent the need to face your fears. They can also mean being afraid of something or someone, or fear of committing yourself to something or someone. GROWTH/RENEWAL Just like the snake which sheds its skin to reveal the new skin which has formed within or behind the old, is it time for you to let go of…

If you regularly consult a psychic, you’re in good – well, famous – company. Celebrities said to visit psychics include Cameron Diaz, Angelina Jolie and Sarah Jessica Parker. Queen Elizabeth I regularly consulted with magician, astrologer and alchemist John Dee. He’d cast horoscopes for her when she was still Princess Elizabeth – for which he narrowly avoided being charged with, and hanged for, treason. Famously, he cast a spell on the Spanish Armada in 1588 to bring the British naval fleet good fortune against them in battle – and it seems that it worked! Albert Einstein is one of the most famous scientists in the world, famous for discovering the theory of relativity. He’s not someone you’d expect to believe in the power of psychics – yet he was highly…

SIGN OF THE MONTH The Scorpio nature Although you’re often misunderstood, there’s no doubting it – you’re a powerful individual. Intensely private, you’re also a truth-lover and you won’t rest until you’ve got to the bottom of what’s really going on. Despite being fond of the truth, you won’t blab your mouth off – you’re known for keeping your own counsel. You loathe being lied to and can sniff out a porkie at a mile. A born leader, often smoulderingly charismatic, you’re incredibly resourceful and not afraid of being decisive and making unpopular decisions. Your love life When you fall for someone, it’s the real deal. You’re there, hook, line and sinker - and you expect the same commitment back. The good thing is that you’re not short of admirers.…

GINGER RUSH Invigorate and revive body and mind with Siam Ginger Bath & Shower Therapy’s uplifting fusion of gingery galangal, sharp cardamom and fresh kaffir lime leaf. Inspired by ancient remedies from the Far East, this is a home spa rejuvenation. £18 from bodhiandbirch.com HEAVEN SCENT Kiss Air’s Cinnamon Candle will not only fill your home with the gloriously sweet scent of the season, but it’s handmade with natural soy wax and cotton wicks, and a 35-hour burn time, so it’s good for the planet, too. £9 from kiss-air.com CHIN CHIN! Gin is the ‘in’ drink this season – and it doesn’t come more delicious than this spiced chocolate orange version by McQueen! It opens with a crackle of juniper, and finishes with hot notes of…

Putting the final touches to the website I was working on, I sat back and admired my handiwork. I’m a graphic designer, and spend my days designing eye-catching logos, websites and pet portraits. But at night, once I’ve switched off my computer, I put on my ceremonial robes, light my incense and begin my rituals. You see, I’m a practising witch. I took an online Wicca course Wicca practitioner I first discovered the craft 13 years ago after browsing in a bookshop and finding the book Wiccaby the Wiccan High Priestess, academic and author Vivianne Crowley. As I turned the pages, utterly engrossed, the words I was reading really spoke to me. I knew at once that I’d found my calling. I bought the book and took it home to…

I gulped as Andy the abseiling instructor adjusted my harness. ‘Right then,’ he said, stepping back. ‘Just swing out of the ceiling and somersault down the theatre wall.’ Teetering on the edge of the ten-metre drop, I felt my head spin. A drama student, I’d taken a part in a play called The Life and Times of Constance Flux – but when I’d suggested to the director that I could fly down onto the stage, I hadn’t really thought the scenery tower would be quite this high! So I did what I always do when I’m in trouble. I asked my friends the Fae, or Faeries, as I’ve always called them, for help. ‘What should I do?’ I whispered. ‘This was my idea, but now I’m scared sick.’ At once,…

Standing at the entrance to the maze of pitch black tunnels, the hairs on the back of my neck prickled. ‘Something’s not right,’ I muttered to myself. It was June 2015, and I was attending a paranormal investigation at the notoriously haunted Drakelow Tunnels near Kidderminster, Worcestershire. The underground chambers had been a top-secret aircraft factory and RAF complex during the Second World War. I’d been on other paranormal investigations. But until now I’d never felt nervous before the ghost hunt had even started. Was something going to happen...? Into the dark Plucking up courage, I edged through the metal door in the side of the hill and stepped into the dark tunnels. Following the investigation group into what had once been the hospital wing, I could feel a spirit…

Dear Barrie Here’s a picture of myself, Yvonne, with my late husband Hywel. Sadly, Hyw died in 2001 aged 32. I would dearly love a message from him. Can you help? Yvonne Guilar, Wales Dear Yvonne I know how you long to be with Hywel, but I also know that you have either found a new connection or there is one due to come to you soon. He’s happy that you are going to be loved again and that you remember him being in your life. I also see a photo of you and him that must still be out on display? He knows that his sudden passing cause you too much upset and he’s sorry about that. I know also that he congratulates you on news of a birth…

Glancing at my watch, I checked that my healing room was ready. I had a new client booked in for an hour-long angelic reiki session and I wanted to make a good impression. I’ve been a professional healer for 10 years and I work with angels, my power animal and numerous spirit guides. I’m also a shamanic practitioner and psychic, which means I hear and see spirit and communicate with them for guidance and healing. That day, I had a straightforward angelic reiki healing - or so I thought. When the new client Barbara* had rung to make the appointment, the previous day I’d had a niggling feeling. As she was talking on the phone, I’d suddenly felt dizzy. ‘I’ve been working too hard,’ I’d muttered to myself when I…

Standing in front of the mirror, I stared into my own eyes. They were wide with horror. I didn’t recognise my own reflection. Years of drug abuse had taken their toll on my now skinny and skeletal physique with sunken cheeks and sallow skin. ‘I’m dying,’ I muttered. I’d woken up night after night with palpitations, a racing heart. Knew it wouldn’t be long before my body gave up completely. It was why I’d avoided looking at a mirror for months now. But I couldn’t put it off forever - so here I was, looking at a man who, at under seven stone, was half the weight he used to be. It was time for me to confront the truth. I was an addict and alcoholic. The golden glow had…

Tucking up my sleeping baby son Jesse soundly in his cot, I tiptoed downstairs to do the ironing. A single mum, I had a ton of chores to get on with while he was napping – but as I began to run the iron across a shirt, a sudden noise made me jump right out of my skin. Jesse’s Thomas the Tank Engine toy had started trundling across the room - of its own accord. As I watched, terror welling up inside me, one of his battery- operated toys started flashing and making loud noises, too. The room had gone icy cold. Something was very wrong here. Panic welled up inside me. Jesse! Putting down the iron, I raced out of the living room – but as I got to…

Sitting at my desk on Monday morning, my heart sank. I had another long week ahead of me trying to find new clients. It hadn’t always been this way. When I began working as a self-employed counsellor, Dr De-Stress, in 2012, business had been booming. I used to leap out of bed, excited about the day ahead of me. But work had dried up. What’s more, my bank balance was in trouble. It was frightening to have no money coming in. It felt like a dark shadow hanging over me and it was continuously at the back of my mind. Then I met the psychic Molly Ann Fairley at a networking event and decided to book an appointment with her. My aura was full of dark energy ‘Your aura needs…

Get out and about Witchfest Market and Hallowe’en Ball is taking place on 3 November in Reading. Admission to the market, with its great stalls and speakers, is free but you’ll want to check out the live pagan music from The Dolmen and Damh The Bard. Find out more and book at witchfest.net Love your zombie films? Check out Weekend Of The Dead in Manchester on 3 and 4 November. With guest speakers and the 40th anniversary of iconic film Dawn Of The Dead, it’s sure to be one hell of a party. Visit weekendofthedead.co.uk  to book. The UK’s longest-established scifi convention Novacon runs from 9-11 November in Nottingham. This year’s guest of honour is acclaimed Dark Eden author Chris Beckett. Get your ticket at…

At the heart of the Faery movement are two very distinct messages from the Elementals. The first is that we need to look after our planet. Humans have only been on this earth for a relatively short time, but we’ve changed the environment and landscape so much. Despite increased awareness, we still need to do more to help Mother Nature. A Faery person’s role is to encourage a love for nature and the environment - but you don’t have to be a Faery to get involved! Charity work I help out where I can, working on a variety of projects including raising money to rehabilitate poorly horses and donkeys in the Sinai mountains, seashore plastic clean-ups in India and Thailand, and teaching circus skills to disadvantaged children. The second message…

Celebrity Past life Donald Trump is said to be terrified of germs, which often stems from a past life lived among plagues. In his case, it was the Italian plague of 1629, when he was banished to die on an island. Maybe one day he’ll revisit it as a powerful leader. Meditation mandalas Struggle to ‘switch off’ in order to meditate? Jenny digitally paints channelled meditation mandalas. Stare into the image and take flight into a spiritual connection with your guides…. Past life enemies Have you ever met someone whom you immediately dislike? The loathing may be so strong that you can’t even bear to be in the same room as them. This is an ‘emotional memory’, and it can be very awkward - especially if your past life enemy…

As the year draws closer to the end, think back to those New Year’s resolutions you made, all those months ago! What did you want to achieve and how far have you journeyed towards your goal? There are still a few weeks of the year left, so ask your guardian angel, and Archangel Ariel, to help you to refocus your efforts now. I try not to feel downhearted if I haven’t achieved as much as I would have liked, because I’m still breathing, I have a wonderful family and friends who support me - and all I need to do is pick myself up and keep going. You cannot escape some setbacks, but you can control how you react to them. Focus on what you’ve achieved, and don’t regret anything.…

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD Dear Roi, I dreamt last night that I was chopping down a huge tree in my back garden. I called in someone to remove the stump but they told me that it couldn’t be completely removed so maybe I should put a statue of Christ in place of the tree. What do you make of that? Rosemary Lewis, 45, Cardiff Dear Rosemary Your sense of strength and stability, or your hopes or desires, have been curtailed or cut down in their prime - possibly by you! Unless you’re very religious, your dream indicates to me that you’re seeking or experiencing, a sense of serenity about this, though. You’ve accepted that what you thought you wanted may never happen now – and you’re OK with that.…

The ultimate makeover As I stared out of the office window, I couldn’t believe how bored I was with my job. I’d worked in IT software support for seven years. Yes, the pay was good but the hours were long, and there were hardly any other women in my company. Girlie lunches were never going to happen in my working day. I was desperate for change - but what? Then a friend suggested I see a psychic. ‘What, a fortune teller?’ I said, laughing. But I put my scepticism aside and visited Anne Jirsch for a reading at her office in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Anne looked at the cards and said bluntly, ‘You’re in the wrong career. You should really be a beautician.’ I was surprised by this news especially when…

21 MARCH - 20 APRIL Aries Your love life You’ve been on a bit of a ‘journey’ when it comes to love, which applies even if you’re single. You’ve been seriously asking yourself what you want from that significant other person. Things will start to turn around on the 9th, when you’ll feel the playfulness and friendship that underpins every great relationship. It’s a good day for romance! By the 16th, your confidence increases and you feel that life is going in the right direction. You’re focusing on your true needs at last. Life and laughs From the 6th, life goes back to out-of-control and although you’re desperate to do your own thing, there are reasons why that can’t happen yet. Try not to irk others as you rail against…

RIDDLE’S REMEDIES Dear Kirsten, I need to negotiate a business deal with a tricky customer - will magical assistance help? Alice, 42, Cirencester Dear Alice You can’t directly influence someone with magic but you can encourage them to be cooperative! Write their name on a piece of paper three times. Then write your name over their name. Liquorice is a powerful energy conductor that opens the mind to new possibilities. Take a stick and wrap the paper around it, then tie with red string. Pop into an envelope and seal. Keep this charm concealed about your person when dealing with your business contact. You should find they soon develop a positive attitude! Goddess report The Norse Goddess Angrboda has the power to summon storms, ice and snow. An enchantress who…

The plane to Ibiza was packed with young people, talking excitedly about the superstar DJs they were going to see. But I wasn’t flying out to the legendary party isle to dance the nights away – hell, no! I breathed a sigh of relief as my taxi sped past the famous nightclub Amnesia. Soon Ibiza Town and its thumping nightlife were far behind me as I headed north to the unspoilt bay of Benirràs. A huge yoga enthusiast, I’d booked into a week-long yoga holiday. I’d opted to go slightly out of season, when the Spanish sun beats less fiercely – and it’s cheaper, too. My usual yoga class back home involves Asanas (postures) then a short meditation. I was hoping to learn some breathing techniques on this holiday –…

Bryn had never feared death SIGNS ACROSS THE Divide The man on the stairs Helping my daughter Nicola change her new-born baby, we both gasped in surprise. ‘Look at that,’ Nicola said. ‘He’s got a birth mark exactly the same as Bampa’s!’ Bampa was our name for my father-in-law, Bryn, who’d died of a heart attack a few months before. My daughter Nicola was devastated that he’d died without meeting his first great-grandchild. Birth mark Now, looking at her beautiful baby Josh, we were amazed to see exactly the same odd-shaped birth mark as Bryn had, in the same place as his, under the ribs. ‘I knew Bampa was looking after me all the time,’ Nicola smiled. Strangely, the birth mark disappeared the next day, but Bryn did make another…

PERFECT MATCH Dear Jackie I’ve recently got a little two-year-old rescue dog, Poppy. I want her to know that I’ll never let her down so she can start to trust me. Jacqueline Berger, Southampton. Dear Jacqueline Poppy tells me that she is a wise little soul. She’s not of a nervous disposition and I feel that nothing terrible has happened to her, she was simply unwanted - but just to warn you, she could be a bit of an escape artist! She says that she is here to truly spoil you! She’s going to give you an abundance of love. She seems happy about people but wary of other dogs, so she may not have been socialised with other dogs before coming to you. She shows me sitting on your…