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Title: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Baypark1 on March 16, 2019, 10:25:33 PM
These journals are filled with readings over  3 year time.  Not ONE thing in these journals came true. There's probably $25000 worth of readings here. They are going in the trash. I haven't had a reading in over a year. Please please please stop wasting your money!!!!!! Go live your life. Whatever you're calling about will happen or not regardless if you call.  Live your life, be happy where you're at and SAVE YOUR MONEY and buy a house!!!!
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
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Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
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Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
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Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
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Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: josh34 on March 17, 2019, 12:21:15 AM
While I respect and appreciate the sentiment, this is a forum for psychic readings, and there are those who benefit from the readings and would like to spend some of their extra money on it, just as some would spend it on entertainment, or the next big video game... if you have the disposable income, I see nothing wrong with it.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Sparkle002 on March 17, 2019, 12:41:31 AM
While I respect and appreciate the sentiment, this is a forum for psychic readings, and there are those who benefit from the readings and would like to spend some of their extra money on it, just as some would spend it on entertainment, or the next big video game... if you have the disposable income, I see nothing wrong with it.

I agree! I’m sorry nothing came true for BayPark but ALOT has come true for me and I like the entertainment!!
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Wishful Thinker on March 17, 2019, 02:46:44 AM
This is a forum made with the intention of recommending and not recommending psychics.  I hate to put this to you, but this isn’t a support group for psychic addiction nor is a place to bash people for getting readings.  You’re obviously on here making this comment and are contradicting yourself.  Things have come true for me with certain Psychics; however, I am improving myself and continue to live and not depend on them.  Now I think it’s great that people are connecting with each other and encouraging others to change their lives.  But, we must remember at the end of the day, this is psychic review forum.  Don’t condemn or try to make others feel bad because they’re getting readings.  That’s placing your will onto someone else. 
I see people come on here constantly putting people down due to psychics they have read with who didn’t work for them or attacking people who are trying to rebuild relationships.  Or constantly saying that a psychic didn’t work for them when others say that that particular psychic worked for them.  It is not our place to judge anyone.  If you don’t like what people are saying on here, you don’t have to log onto the forum.  I rarely come on and provide feedback because people are constantly attacking others or making others feel bad about a reading that went well.  If you feel like you have an addiction, just like any other addiction, seek help.  Just because some of us are on here, doesn’t mean we’ve given our lives over to Psychics. 
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: ladya on March 17, 2019, 02:53:23 AM
This is a forum made with the intention of recommending and not recommending psychics.  I hate to put this to you, but this isn’t a support group for psychic addiction nor is a place to bash people for getting readings.  You’re obviously on here making this comment and are contradicting yourself.  Things have come true for me with certain Psychics; however, I am improving myself and continue to live and not depend on them.  Now I think it’s great that people are connecting with each other and encouraging others to change their lives.  But, we must remember at the end of the day, this is psychic review forum.  Don’t condemn or try to make others feel bad because they’re getting readings.  That’s placing your will onto someone else. 
I see people come on here constantly putting people down due to psychics they have read with who didn’t work for them or attacking people who are trying to rebuild relationships.  Or constantly saying that a psychic didn’t work for them when others say that that particular psychic worked for them.  It is not our place to judge anyone.  If you don’t like what people are saying on here, you don’t have to log onto the forum.  I rarely come on and provide feedback because people are constantly attacking others or making others feel bad about a reading that went well.  If you feel like you have an addiction, just like any other addiction, seek help.  Just because some of us are on here, doesn’t mean we’ve given our lives over to Psychics.

Well put! I completely agree. Issue is that this is more of a psychics Addicts anonymous forum than a review forum I have come to realize.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Wishful Thinker on March 17, 2019, 02:54:16 AM
Btw, Baypark, aren’t you on another psychic forum?
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: doubleoh8 on March 17, 2019, 03:02:47 AM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Fidget1028 on March 17, 2019, 03:09:29 AM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

I agree. I don't see why everyone is so triggered other than this should probably go in "The Vent". I actually get more annoyed that there are Bitwine reviews in the Keen forum LOL. Honestly, if it doesn't apply to you, just scroll passed it. I think there's a lot of truth to what Baypark says. Just like psychic reviews, it may not apply to everyone, but it doesn't make it less valid.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Fidget1028 on March 17, 2019, 03:22:31 AM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

I agree. I don't see why everyone is so triggered other than this should probably go in "The Vent". I actually get more annoyed that there are Bitwine reviews in the Keen forum LOL. Honestly, if it doesn't apply to you, just scroll passed it. I think there's a lot of truth to what Baypark says. Just like psychic reviews, it may not apply to everyone, but it doesn't make it less valid.

It’s annoying when there’s a lot of skewed perceptions on this board. I’m not calling anyone out directly but more of a general observation - While I agree with what both of you say, people who have been on this board for some time know the back stories of many on this board so when someone new comes on this board all they see is a poor victim, which may or may not be the case. I would just be wary because you’re only getting one side of the story. You know what they say, there’s 2 sides to every story and then there’s the truth.

Of course, but that can be said for every post on this forum, not just Baypark.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Sparkle002 on March 17, 2019, 03:40:30 AM
This is a forum made with the intention of recommending and not recommending psychics.  I hate to put this to you, but this isn’t a support group for psychic addiction nor is a place to bash people for getting readings.  You’re obviously on here making this comment and are contradicting yourself.  Things have come true for me with certain Psychics; however, I am improving myself and continue to live and not depend on them.  Now I think it’s great that people are connecting with each other and encouraging others to change their lives.  But, we must remember at the end of the day, this is psychic review forum.  Don’t condemn or try to make others feel bad because they’re getting readings.  That’s placing your will onto someone else. 
I see people come on here constantly putting people down due to psychics they have read with who didn’t work for them or attacking people who are trying to rebuild relationships.  Or constantly saying that a psychic didn’t work for them when others say that that particular psychic worked for them.  It is not our place to judge anyone.  If you don’t like what people are saying on here, you don’t have to log onto the forum.  I rarely come on and provide feedback because people are constantly attacking others or making others feel bad about a reading that went well.  If you feel like you have an addiction, just like any other addiction, seek help.  Just because some of us are on here, doesn’t mean we’ve given our lives over to Psychics.

Well put! I completely agree. Issue is that this is more of a psychics Addicts anonymous forum than a review forum I have come to realize.

AGREED!
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Wishful Thinker on March 17, 2019, 03:44:27 AM
It may be mercury in retrograde that is making me “vent”, but if you’ve been getting readings for years and absolutely nothing has happened for you, maybe, just maybe, it’s you.  There are people new and old on here who want to express themselves about things that have come true for them on here but feel intimidated because they will be attacked by those who have gotten readings and nothing has come to pass for them. 
I also understand that there is a vent tab in this forum; however, I don’t see a tab where it says to save your money and don’t get readings. 
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: doubleoh8 on March 17, 2019, 03:59:10 AM
There is nothing intimidating, or attacking, about the message that was posted to start this thread.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: happyk on March 17, 2019, 07:01:53 AM
Maybe it should've gone to "Vent" section but Baypark's heart is in the right place. Her saying save your money does not sound wrong at all. Personally, I wish I could accept Baypark's message and move on as I've had more negatives come out of me reading addiction than positive. Again it's just ME. There are people who do this in a healthier better way and that's amazing. But I've also read of people who let psychics tell them what to do and wait for POI for years, people have been misled. I have too, more time than often and I take responsibility for that. And to break the pattern I have to step back and stop reading altogether. I keep saying I'll talk to this one reader and I'll stop but I don't! So, personally I want to and need to listen to Baypark. Having said all that we're all entitled to our opinions and we deliver our opinions and frustrations differently.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Flyingsoul on March 17, 2019, 08:52:32 AM
Take it or leave it that’s all I will say. I don’t find anything wrong in this post. Take it if you find beneficial, leave it if it’s not. You have your own judgement after all.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: sharon on March 17, 2019, 01:41:52 PM
Baypark is sharing her disappointment about psychic experience over the years.

To cut it short: No future prediction happened for her.

I don't understand why some people feel threatened by her post.


Thank you Baypark!


Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Chelle9054 on March 17, 2019, 03:13:37 PM
Yes, Baypark, THANK you! Your experiences have helped me begin to make changes to move forward. This can be a dangerous, slippery slope and I appreciate all your insight, pain, growth and strength. You, and everyone else whose stories are so similar to mine. Let’s continue to support. I appreciate you!
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: happyk on March 17, 2019, 04:48:24 PM
Something that everyone who gets readings might think about...would you want to be in a relationship with someone who has an expensive habit like this? Let's say it wasn't readings, but something else you had no interest in. Maybe they spend lots of money on an expensive hobby that doesn't include you.

Yep...we can all decide for ourselves what we want to do. And then think, well anyone who doesn't approve, that's none of their business. So what difference does it make, what someone on a forum thinks. Do whatever you want. But if you want to get married, it is definitely going to be their business what you spend money on. And what would they think, if they find out you spend a lot of money on readings?

I mean I know if I hear a man justifying his habits the way I see people on this forum getting defensive over their choices...that would be a huge red flag to me. We all have things we like to do for ourselves, and there is nothing wrong with that, but there are times in life where you also have to be willing to set those things aside.

A guy who wanted to date me last year, told me he lost over 10,000 gambing one weekend. I was like NOPE. Sorry. I can relate and all in all I am not that much different, although I did it spread out over several years instead of all at once like that. It's not like I am standing in judgement over it or saying I'm better. But that's just it...why get involved with someone who probably shares or reflects my own weaknesses? What bothered me was that it was very recent and he expressed no deeper insight into why he did it or how he was going to stop. He wasn't happy about it but acted like it was no big deal either. I would never want to get emotionally involved with someone like that, much less financially involved. What if we shared a bank account, and he impulsively drained our account on a gambling trip? No freaking way!

One of the biggest things that made me quit, is I kept thinking about how a potential partner would feel knowing I spent this much money on readings, especially since a large portion of that was spent calling about other men. I know I would hate to be in that position, if I knew that the man I wanted to be with had spent years and thousands of $$$$ pining over another woman. I could definitely relate, but all the reasons why I could relate to it would likewise scare me away! Or worse...what if some guy had been getting readings about ME? I would not be flattered!

Or what if the readings weren't about romance at all...instead it was just for advice or having someone to talk to?? I'd be like...you better learn how to turn to ME for that! I don't want to be with someone who calls strangers and tells them our personal business! I wouldn't want to be business partners with someone who has a habit like this either, or work for them! In short...it's not an attractive habit!

People talk about feeling judged here...uhhhhh...people out in the real world, will judge you and they should because your habits could make or break their own well being if they get involved with you, whether personally or financially. And people on this forum, relatively speaking, are VERY supportive compared to what you would most likely hear elsewhere. It shows just how much your priorities and perspective are out of balance, if you get bothered by not having 100% support and agreement with your own life choices.

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Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: WinterElf on March 17, 2019, 08:37:07 PM
These journals are filled with readings over  3 year time.  Not ONE thing in these journals came true. There's probably $25000 worth of readings here. They are going in the trash. I haven't had a reading in over a year. Please please please stop wasting your money!!!!!! Go live your life. Whatever you're calling about will happen or not regardless if you call.  Live your life, be happy where you're at and SAVE YOUR MONEY and buy a house!!!!

OMg I feel ya on this.  I have spent probably enough to buy a house over the 20 years of psychic readings and people who have not spent a dime have all that I hoped to have when I bought the readings lol  I could have been studying in sweden now or something. Anyways, the past is the past. best for us to move on.  Even if there are some gifted readers out there, I feel like for some, getting too much information is not good. I am still struggling with this idea of fate. I dont buy it... however, one reader did warn me about a particular person to show my emotions more with him or he would move on. in my mind i thought i was doing a good job.  Either way , he went to the other person and they are married now and have a kid.  maybe it was meant to be? who knows...  but her warning didnt change anything if those two were meant to be together. 

If it is hard to really quit, make a long term budget plan because it adds up without you even knowing... it adds up to a trip overseas , a gym membership, a hermes bag lol,

200x12= 2400 (enough for a trip to the Bahamas)
300x12= 3600 ( fun with a couple of escorts)
400x12= 4800 (down payment on a car or land)

however if you spend no more than 50 dollars a month on psychics ... darn that is still a lot. it comes out to 600 dollars... back to my calculations... 25 a month is 300. 
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: mstiv on March 17, 2019, 09:16:07 PM
Just wanted to express my thoughts about this topic. I understand not everyone might agree with it but this are just my thoughts.. I totally agree with everyone who thinks there was nothing wrong with the initial post since I think that over time this place has in some sorts become a place where some people can vent about their experiences and in some ways part of their lives. I do believe that maybe a few people (not everyone tho) develop this addiction to online reading b/c they might in some sorts feel a little lonely or lost in regards to some aspect of their lives. This forum should remain a safe haven for everyone who wants to come express themselves b/c you never know if a simple post of someone venting might help someone else who is struggling at that particular moment.

That getting said, I think that getting online reading is not bad at all if you are aware that you are getting the reading for "guidance and advice" and not for relaying on them 100%. Unfortunately, we can not deny the fact that getting to into online reading can leave your pockets empty for sure.. and if that happens to you and you end up feeling horrible about it just remember that it is OK.. it has happened to lots of us and you are always free to come on here and read different threads to give you strength and make you feel a lil better or maybe even tell us your story if that is something that will make you happy.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Wishful Thinker on March 18, 2019, 12:56:07 AM
Firstly, i don’t understand why people are saying that some were intimidated by the initial post.  I’m not intimidated by anything or anyone on here.  I’m looking at things logically and not emotionally.  And what I interpreted her post saying “since I’ve had readings upon readings for years and nothing has happened for me, they’re not going to happen for you either so save your money.”  Just because predications didn’t happen for her doesn’t mean they won’t or haven’t for anyone else.  If you have spent that much money on Psychics, you have a much bigger problem that needs to be addressed. 
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: doubleoh8 on March 18, 2019, 01:29:30 AM
It may be mercury in retrograde that is making me “vent”, but if you’ve been getting readings for years and absolutely nothing has happened for you, maybe, just maybe, it’s you.  There are people new and old on here who want to express themselves about things that have come true for them on here but feel intimidated because they will be attacked by those who have gotten readings and nothing has come to pass for them. 
I also understand that there is a vent tab in this forum; however, I don’t see a tab where it says to save your money and don’t get readings.

@WishfulThinker, am I mistaken, or wasn't it you who introduced the idea to this thread that people feel intimidated. It's right there in your post above...

Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: kdspirited on March 18, 2019, 02:06:20 AM
I can totally relate to Baypark and what she has posted. I dont think she said anything with the intention of "bashing" or "intimidating" anyone. At least I personally dont feel like either. Also I dont think she is saying those getting the readings must stop. She is saying "please" to me it is more like an implore than a command. So you can take it or leave it. Learn from her experience or go your own way. I am with you Baypark I wish I can one day get to your level of strength and give up all together. I am so close :-)
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Beesa on March 18, 2019, 05:07:59 AM
So true , its really best to save money and live life and rely on your own instinct. A lot of us need guidance sometimes with bad situations and going to trust-worthy readers can be really healing but getting caught relying on it over time is addiction because then you don't trust yourself at all! It's important to create self-trust because really who else is there when it comes right down to it. Getting readings is good for short term help. the best readings I ever had were in person from a woman I went to in person every 6 months or something and she nailed everything but it was every half a year. When I tried to go more than that she got super attitude with me and told me to live my life and stop bugging her  because she had other people that needed her help ;D It was rude and I wasn't happy but it was really the true. She said go live your life, what are you doing, your being dumb and I know your not dumb so why are you doing this to yourself. And give me some peace  lmao
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: aquagirl on March 18, 2019, 08:50:08 PM
This is a forum made with the intention of recommending and not recommending psychics.  I hate to put this to you, but this isn’t a support group for psychic addiction nor is a place to bash people for getting readings.  You’re obviously on here making this comment and are contradicting yourself.  Things have come true for me with certain Psychics; however, I am improving myself and continue to live and not depend on them.  Now I think it’s great that people are connecting with each other and encouraging others to change their lives.  But, we must remember at the end of the day, this is psychic review forum.  Don’t condemn or try to make others feel bad because they’re getting readings.  That’s placing your will onto someone else. 
I see people come on here constantly putting people down due to psychics they have read with who didn’t work for them or attacking people who are trying to rebuild relationships.  Or constantly saying that a psychic didn’t work for them when others say that that particular psychic worked for them.  It is not our place to judge anyone.  If you don’t like what people are saying on here, you don’t have to log onto the forum.  I rarely come on and provide feedback because people are constantly attacking others or making others feel bad about a reading that went well.  If you feel like you have an addiction, just like any other addiction, seek help.  Just because some of us are on here, doesn’t mean we’ve given our lives over to Psychics.

This!!!!! I can't agree enough with this statement. Completely on point. just because one or a few have this experience, doesn't mean it holds true for others.  You're not the only one reluctant to provide feedback for these reasons, i've read the same from others many times. It goes both ways. Nothing wrong with honest reviews, they are encouraged, it's the people who attack those who have their experiences that's not cool. Not every reader works for everyone, and that's okay. But that doesn't mean that they don't work at all.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: aquagirl on March 18, 2019, 08:59:42 PM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

Nothing wrong with sharing your vent with how things went down for you. But not fair to make a general trying aimed at others to be made to feel bad to have a reading or enjoy them.   If you have an addiction that's a problem that needs to be addressed with the right venue. But not everyone is an addict. Different people have different uses, some may only get a reading once every few months, or few weeks etc. Not everyone on here has spent tens of thousands of dollars. Also, for some this may be a form of therapy they need at the moment, that a different type of professional may not understand on the level they need them to.  My annoyance is when posters have had their revelation and think others need to as well.  Everyone will find their point of no return and know when to stop. When they've hit their rock bottom, and that is different for everyone. For one it could be 10k and another 500 dollars.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: josh34 on March 18, 2019, 09:16:34 PM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

Nothing wrong with sharing your vent with how things went down for you. But not fair to make a general trying aimed at others to be made to feel bad to have a reading or enjoy them.   If you have an addiction that's a problem that needs to be addressed with the right venue. But not everyone is an addict. Different people have different uses, some may only get a reading once every few months, or few weeks etc. Not everyone on here has spent tens of thousands of dollars. Also, for some this may be a form of therapy they need at the moment, that a different type of professional may not understand on the level they need them to.  My annoyance is when posters have had their revelation and think others need to as well.  Everyone will find their point of no return and know when to stop. When they've hit their rock bottom, and that is different for everyone. For one it could be 10k and another 500 dollars.

VERY well stated!!
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: doubleoh8 on March 18, 2019, 09:28:45 PM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

Nothing wrong with sharing your vent with how things went down for you. But not fair to make a general trying aimed at others to be made to feel bad to have a reading or enjoy them.   If you have an addiction that's a problem that needs to be addressed with the right venue. But not everyone is an addict. Different people have different uses, some may only get a reading once every few months, or few weeks etc. Not everyone on here has spent tens of thousands of dollars. Also, for some this may be a form of therapy they need at the moment, that a different type of professional may not understand on the level they need them to.  My annoyance is when posters have had their revelation and think others need to as well.  Everyone will find their point of no return and know when to stop. When they've hit their rock bottom, and that is different for everyone. For one it could be 10k and another 500 dollars.

I am having a hard time understanding the insistence on objecting to this thread.

One person posted her opinion, based on her experience, suggesting others save their money and not get readings. That one post resonated with several people; I counted about 11 or 12 different users who replied with some sort of a cheers or positive response. In the post, the original poster did NOT try to make others feel bad... at least I don't read that into it at all.

I am sorry to be thick but I am honestly not getting why that should offend anyone to whom the post does not apply. I mean if it said something like: "those of you who get readings are stupid" or "everyone getting readings has a problem.." but it doesn't.

I'm kind of done with this thread as the conversation seems silly to me, but since you've quoted me I am trying to express my main point, which is essentially, if this topic doesn't resonate with or apply to you no problem. Just move on. It's not hurting anyone and enough people appreciate it that it may even be helpful to some, so based on that I suggest it doesn't need to be picked apart.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: ladya on March 18, 2019, 09:34:04 PM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

Nothing wrong with sharing your vent with how things went down for you. But not fair to make a general trying aimed at others to be made to feel bad to have a reading or enjoy them.   If you have an addiction that's a problem that needs to be addressed with the right venue. But not everyone is an addict. Different people have different uses, some may only get a reading once every few months, or few weeks etc. Not everyone on here has spent tens of thousands of dollars. Also, for some this may be a form of therapy they need at the moment, that a different type of professional may not understand on the level they need them to.  My annoyance is when posters have had their revelation and think others need to as well.  Everyone will find their point of no return and know when to stop. When they've hit their rock bottom, and that is different for everyone. For one it could be 10k and another 500 dollars.

I am having a hard time understanding the insistence on objecting to this thread.

One person posted her opinion, based on her experience, suggesting others save their money and not get readings. That one post resonated with several people; I counted about 11 or 12 different users who replied with some sort of a cheers or positive response. In the post, the original poster did NOT try to make others feel bad... at least I don't read that into it at all.

I am sorry to be thick but I am honestly not getting why that should offend anyone to whom the post does not apply. I mean if it said something like: "those of you who get readings are stupid" or "everyone getting readings has a problem.." but it doesn't.

I'm kind of done with this thread as the conversation seems silly to me, but since you've quoted me I am trying to express my main point, which is essentially, if this topic doesn't resonate with or apply to you no problem. Just move on. It's not hurting anyone and enough people appreciate it that it may even be helpful to some, so based on that I suggest it doesn't need to be picked apart.

We're not offended or intimidated and its not this post per se but in a lot of these similar posts there's an undertone as if they found the other side and the rest of us need saving. Like they sympathize with us or they've been there when some of us on here just want to read reviews and not have an intervention party. It's obvious that many can see it which is why we reply the way we do.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: doubleoh8 on March 18, 2019, 09:52:08 PM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

Nothing wrong with sharing your vent with how things went down for you. But not fair to make a general trying aimed at others to be made to feel bad to have a reading or enjoy them.   If you have an addiction that's a problem that needs to be addressed with the right venue. But not everyone is an addict. Different people have different uses, some may only get a reading once every few months, or few weeks etc. Not everyone on here has spent tens of thousands of dollars. Also, for some this may be a form of therapy they need at the moment, that a different type of professional may not understand on the level they need them to.  My annoyance is when posters have had their revelation and think others need to as well.  Everyone will find their point of no return and know when to stop. When they've hit their rock bottom, and that is different for everyone. For one it could be 10k and another 500 dollars.

I am having a hard time understanding the insistence on objecting to this thread.

One person posted her opinion, based on her experience, suggesting others save their money and not get readings. That one post resonated with several people; I counted about 11 or 12 different users who replied with some sort of a cheers or positive response. In the post, the original poster did NOT try to make others feel bad... at least I don't read that into it at all.

I am sorry to be thick but I am honestly not getting why that should offend anyone to whom the post does not apply. I mean if it said something like: "those of you who get readings are stupid" or "everyone getting readings has a problem.." but it doesn't.

I'm kind of done with this thread as the conversation seems silly to me, but since you've quoted me I am trying to express my main point, which is essentially, if this topic doesn't resonate with or apply to you no problem. Just move on. It's not hurting anyone and enough people appreciate it that it may even be helpful to some, so based on that I suggest it doesn't need to be picked apart.

We're not offended or intimidated and its not this post per se but in a lot of these similar posts there's an undertone as if they found the other side and the rest of us need saving. Like they sympathize with us or they've been there when some of us on here just want to read reviews and not have an intervention party. It's obvious that many can see it which is why we reply the way we do.

Right, well, thanks to everyone who is trying to clarify why this is annoying (hopefully that's the appropriate word). I, for one, will try to be more sensitive if engaging in conversations about psychic addiction and techniques to cut down on calling etc. -- to not be making assumptions (which incidentally I don't think I do) that all forum users need to cut down or be saved in any way.

That said, I plan to continue using this forum for reviews as well as to learn about and discuss topics related to psychic use. Hopefully those users who ONLY want reviews can be a bit more accepting of the peripheral conversations and experiences that go on without taking things too personally.

One more comment here is I'm really hoping this doesn't devolve into an us vs them thread or topic. I get that some people liked Baypark's post and that others found it annoying. It doesn't mean there's only two ways of seeing things and that we all have to divide down the middle... I think there are lots of people on here who can appreciate Baypark's perspective (for example) AND not need to stop readings altogether... As a previous poster said, we all have our own thresholds and it's for each of us alone to know what those are.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: aquagirl on March 18, 2019, 10:17:51 PM
So, some thoughts about this thread / topic.

There is an entire topic heading on here, the second most used one, called "The Vent" and subtitled:
"Vent your pain, frustration, sadness, anger and let it all out on this board : )"

I don't see anything wrong with well-meaning people like Baypark, who have loads of experience and a cautionary tale to share, posting their opinion and suggestions that people try to ease off or stop getting readings altogether. If you have a healthy relationship with readings and want to keep going at whatever pace you are going, go for it! No one can 'make you' feel bad about that and just because some users advise otherwise -- based on their experience -- doesn't mean they are judging or targeting you. If you don't want to read other peoples' vent, don't.

I have been getting readings for 20+ years. Only once I started using online psychics through platforms like Keen and California Psychics did I start to have my eyes opened to the ugly and potentially harmful side to this pursuit. A few years ago, I would have defended getting readings altogether, saying it could be a healthy. fun, empowering activity that promotes spiritual development at best and is entertainment t worst. Now I see that it can be insidious and dangerous if not kept in check. I'm not judging anyone else when I say that, and I am not saying 'never get a reading again' ... in fact I still get readings. But I respect the people who have been through a difficult time with the whole thing and for whom readings took a nasty turn and think they (we) should be able to connect about the darker side of psychic readings here if we want to. After all, there's even a board called 'the vent' and multiple conversations by multiple users that suggest some people want and need to do that.

I don't usually rant on here, but one thing that irks me is people trying to control what can be discussed. There aren't very many places that people who are struggling with psychic dependency and related issues can connect, so if that becomes part of the conversation on here, and it's not hurting anyone, I have no issue with it. And if you feel judged by people supporting those who do struggle to stop reading... then maybe you should consider why that pushes your buttons and you can't just ignore those conversations.

@Baypark, thanks for coming back on and sharing your experience. I, for one, find it valuable...

Nothing wrong with sharing your vent with how things went down for you. But not fair to make a general trying aimed at others to be made to feel bad to have a reading or enjoy them.   If you have an addiction that's a problem that needs to be addressed with the right venue. But not everyone is an addict. Different people have different uses, some may only get a reading once every few months, or few weeks etc. Not everyone on here has spent tens of thousands of dollars. Also, for some this may be a form of therapy they need at the moment, that a different type of professional may not understand on the level they need them to.  My annoyance is when posters have had their revelation and think others need to as well.  Everyone will find their point of no return and know when to stop. When they've hit their rock bottom, and that is different for everyone. For one it could be 10k and another 500 dollars.

I am having a hard time understanding the insistence on objecting to this thread.

One person posted her opinion, based on her experience, suggesting others save their money and not get readings. That one post resonated with several people; I counted about 11 or 12 different users who replied with some sort of a cheers or positive response. In the post, the original poster did NOT try to make others feel bad... at least I don't read that into it at all.

I am sorry to be thick but I am honestly not getting why that should offend anyone to whom the post does not apply. I mean if it said something like: "those of you who get readings are stupid" or "everyone getting readings has a problem.." but it doesn't.

I'm kind of done with this thread as the conversation seems silly to me, but since you've quoted me I am trying to express my main point, which is essentially, if this topic doesn't resonate with or apply to you no problem. Just move on. It's not hurting anyone and enough people appreciate it that it may even be helpful to some, so based on that I suggest it doesn't need to be picked apart.

We're not offended or intimidated and its not this post per se but in a lot of these similar posts there's an undertone as if they found the other side and the rest of us need saving. Like they sympathize with us or they've been there when some of us on here just want to read reviews and not have an intervention party. It's obvious that many can see it which is why we reply the way we do.

Yes, thank you, you get what i mean.   Intervention party is the absolute perfect way to describe it.  Especially when those types of comments get posted in the reviews themselves and have nothing to do with the review itself.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: njlady on March 18, 2019, 10:30:25 PM
We're not offended or intimidated and its not this post per se but in a lot of these similar posts there's an undertone as if they found the other side and the rest of us need saving. Like they sympathize with us or they've been there when some of us on here just want to read reviews and not have an intervention party. It's obvious that many can see it which is why we reply the way we do.

I agree with this but on the flip side, I do think that there are quite a few people here that have a real problem with calling and actually pray that they will put down the phone and deal with whatever is driving them to do this, and stop blaming the people on the other end of the phone, especially if you are psychic hopping and asking everyone basically the same question or about the same person/issue. 

Each time you call it puts off dealing with reality for a little while.  He's coming back in 3 weeks.  You call a few more to get more reassurance.  You cling to all those readings.  It doesn't happen.  You call again. More reassurance. A new time frame. It never ends.  But now you have found a new and better psychic.  More calls.  You never actually deal with the loss.   No one hands over so much emotional and psychological control over their very being to a voice on the other end of the phone without having a serious problem.  The more you call, the more ramped up and invested, both financially and in your head, you become to the "predictions" and the harder it is going to be to stop.

Watching people destroying themselves financially and emotionally is not fun.     
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Sweetsydney2000 on March 22, 2019, 11:07:03 PM
I’ve been getting reading for maybe 7 years and I’ve had countless predictions pass. I think that being positive as well as not holding onto timeframes helps.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: ArcherBullFish on March 23, 2019, 12:18:30 AM
The reason people get riled up over post with this subject matter is the assumption made that:

1. We're all addicted and spend all of our time staring into an 8 ball looking for answers, never see the light of day and only emerge from inside when someone turns the hose on us AND even then sunlight scorches our skin without impunity.

2. We're all financially inept, broke, destitute and cobble our pennies together AKA we can't afford to get readings.

3. Post like these feel kinda born again Christiany. You have the one friend who's the biggest good time girl she falls ill has an ephihany and promises God if she pulls through she'll turn her life over to him. She pulls through and proceeds to spend all of her free time telling her former mates they're gonna burn in the everlasting fire of hell if they don't repent.

I don't know about anyone else but getting readings aren't my addiction I do have one though and because I'm aware of it I budget myself accordingly.  That is the best you can hope for on the financial end on the emotional side you've got to say to yourself if nothing is coming to pass MAYBE it's not for me. Maybe I'm throwing my energy behind the wrong person, place or thing. I've seen people try to turn a one night stand into the royal wedding. Maybe I should stop calling.

People you can't blame psychics for your choices.

I'm not judging at all...
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: KotaSwan on March 23, 2019, 07:23:56 AM
The reason people get riled up over post with this subject matter is the assumption made that:

1. We're all addicted and spend all of our time staring into an 8 ball looking for answers, never see the light of day and only emerge from inside when someone turns the hose on us AND even then sunlight scorches our skin without impunity.

2. We're all financially inept, broke, destitute and cobble our pennies together AKA we can't afford to get readings.

3. Post like these feel kinda born again Christiany. You have the one friend who's the biggest good time girl she falls ill has an ephihany and promises God if she pulls through she'll turn her life over to him. She pulls through and proceeds to spend all of her free time telling her former mates they're gonna burn in the everlasting fire of hell if they don't repent.


I don't know about anyone else but getting readings aren't my addiction I do have one though and because I'm aware of it I budget myself accordingly.  That is the best you can hope for on the financial end on the emotional side you've got to say to yourself if nothing is coming to pass MAYBE it's not for me. Maybe I'm throwing my energy behind the wrong person, place or thing. I've seen people try to turn a one night stand into the royal wedding. Maybe I should stop calling.

People you can't blame psychics for your choices.

I'm not judging at all...

Agree with everything you said <3 I am out there living my life and only getting readings when I want to....
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Sparkle002 on March 23, 2019, 10:46:32 PM
The reason people get riled up over post with this subject matter is the assumption made that:

1. We're all addicted and spend all of our time staring into an 8 ball looking for answers, never see the light of day and only emerge from inside when someone turns the hose on us AND even then sunlight scorches our skin without impunity.

2. We're all financially inept, broke, destitute and cobble our pennies together AKA we can't afford to get readings.

3. Post like these feel kinda born again Christiany. You have the one friend who's the biggest good time girl she falls ill has an ephihany and promises God if she pulls through she'll turn her life over to him. She pulls through and proceeds to spend all of her free time telling her former mates they're gonna burn in the everlasting fire of hell if they don't repent.

I don't know about anyone else but getting readings aren't my addiction I do have one though and because I'm aware of it I budget myself accordingly.  That is the best you can hope for on the financial end on the emotional side you've got to say to yourself if nothing is coming to pass MAYBE it's not for me. Maybe I'm throwing my energy behind the wrong person, place or thing. I've seen people try to turn a one night stand into the royal wedding. Maybe I should stop calling.

People you can't blame psychics for your choices.

I'm not judging at all...

I think these are assumptions made the other way around about people who stopped getting readings, either assuming that we think these things about people who are still getting readings, or that we were actually doing these things ourselves, that we are all financially inept or destitute or that we were desperately hanging on to predictions instead of living our lives. The interesting thing is I'm so satisfied with my decision not to get readings anymore, that I couldn't care less what people think about it.

Question - why continue to come to this board if you are not getting readings? I know this is a review board and if you are not reading what are you reviewing?
Just curious :)
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: ladya on March 23, 2019, 11:17:29 PM
The reason people get riled up over post with this subject matter is the assumption made that:

1. We're all addicted and spend all of our time staring into an 8 ball looking for answers, never see the light of day and only emerge from inside when someone turns the hose on us AND even then sunlight scorches our skin without impunity.

2. We're all financially inept, broke, destitute and cobble our pennies together AKA we can't afford to get readings.

3. Post like these feel kinda born again Christiany. You have the one friend who's the biggest good time girl she falls ill has an ephihany and promises God if she pulls through she'll turn her life over to him. She pulls through and proceeds to spend all of her free time telling her former mates they're gonna burn in the everlasting fire of hell if they don't repent.

I don't know about anyone else but getting readings aren't my addiction I do have one though and because I'm aware of it I budget myself accordingly.  That is the best you can hope for on the financial end on the emotional side you've got to say to yourself if nothing is coming to pass MAYBE it's not for me. Maybe I'm throwing my energy behind the wrong person, place or thing. I've seen people try to turn a one night stand into the royal wedding. Maybe I should stop calling.

People you can't blame psychics for your choices.

I'm not judging at all...

I have literally said this exact thing. exactly what it feels like. this post is great. thank you.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: Smmcoffman on March 23, 2019, 11:21:33 PM
I like this post because I do enjoy readings I also know I had a problem and was not moving on with my life.  It makes me think is this worth bringing back the pain and sorrow that haunted me for several years. Like a alcoholic sometimes it takes a good friend to say you have a problem to realize you do have a problem.
Title: Re: Stop getting readings!
Post by: doubleoh8 on March 23, 2019, 11:49:13 PM
The reason people get riled up over post with this subject matter is the assumption made that:

1. We're all addicted and spend all of our time staring into an 8 ball looking for answers, never see the light of day and only emerge from inside when someone turns the hose on us AND even then sunlight scorches our skin without impunity.

2. We're all financially inept, broke, destitute and cobble our pennies together AKA we can't afford to get readings.

3. Post like these feel kinda born again Christiany. You have the one friend who's the biggest good time girl she falls ill has an ephihany and promises God if she pulls through she'll turn her life over to him. She pulls through and proceeds to spend all of her free time telling her former mates they're gonna burn in the everlasting fire of hell if they don't repent.

I don't know about anyone else but getting readings aren't my addiction I do have one though and because I'm aware of it I budget myself accordingly.  That is the best you can hope for on the financial end on the emotional side you've got to say to yourself if nothing is coming to pass MAYBE it's not for me. Maybe I'm throwing my energy behind the wrong person, place or thing. I've seen people try to turn a one night stand into the royal wedding. Maybe I should stop calling.

People you can't blame psychics for your choices.

I'm not judging at all...

I have literally said this exact thing. exactly what it feels like. this post is great. thank you.

Except nobody (in this thread) actually said ANY of those things, so you are making an assumption about what you think is an assumption...