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Keeping It Real

All the information below reflects the beliefs and practices of Shanon at Seraphim’s Keep. Other practitioners may work differently. If your question isn’t answered here, feel free to email me at shanonofseraphimskeep@gmail.com

Why Get a Reading?

Readings—whether psychic, tarot, astrology, or otherwise—are meant to give you insight and perspective on situations you may not fully see or understand on your own.

A good reading should empower you, never make you feel powerless. You should leave with information you can act on—or at least consider—so you can make the decisions that are best for you.

Readings don’t replace common sense or your own intuition. No reader “knows more than you” at your core; we simply access and communicate information in different ways. Often, we confirm things you already sense but haven’t acted on yet.

Tarot Reading vs. Psychic Reading: Which Is Best?

Neither is inherently better—it depends on your comfort level and the skill of the reader.

Tarot Readings provide structure through cards, layouts, and archetypes. The cards help guide the reading and involve you in the process. Many tarot readers also use psychic or intuitive abilities to deepen their interpretations. Over time, readers develop a unique “language” with their decks, which shapes how they interpret the cards.

Psychic Readings rely less on physical tools and more on tuning into energy fields, intuition, and messages from spirit. Psychic readers can “download” information—like receiving a direct data transfer from higher consciousness—that comes through as images, sounds, or impressions.

In my own practice, I combine both—using my custom Words to the Wise Oracle deck, mainstream decks, and psychic abilities to deliver detailed, practical insight.

How to Spot a Fake Reader

Trust your gut. Signs of a questionable practitioner include:

  • Speaking only in vague generalities.

  • Relying on you to provide all the details.

  • Using fear tactics or pressuring you to pay for expensive “extra work” like spells or rituals.

In my practice, if within the first couple of minutes you feel the reading isn’t resonating, you can leave with no charge.

How to Get the Best Reading

  • Be open and honest about what you want from the session.

  • Ask questions at any time.

  • Treat the reading as a co-creation—you bring part of the puzzle, and I bring the other.

  • Avoid testing the reader by withholding everything; that only wastes valuable time.

If You Don’t Have a Question

We can start with a general reading, but remember: spirit will share what it believes you most need to hear, which may differ from your expectations.

Medical Advice

I can share energetic impressions about health, but always verify with a medical professional before taking action.

If You’re Afraid of “Bad” News

Let me know your boundaries upfront. For example, if hearing about death is a concern, I will respect that. My goal is never to frighten or traumatize you.

Remote Readings

Phone, video call, or chat-based readings are just as valid as in-person sessions. In fact, distance can sometimes result in a clearer energy connection.

Spiritual Beliefs

  • Are you a witch? No.

  • Do you believe in God? I believe in a divine energy—known by many names—that is inclusive of all faiths.

  • What about Jesus? I believe in him as a teacher and healer and often work with his energy in my readings.