Is your mind blocking your intuition?

Now that the dust is settling a bit on the newness of 2016, I feel it’s time to complete the series on how to increase the effectiveness of your intuitive readings.  It will help you set the intentions you want to manifest with a clear mind and soulful purpose!

Here are the rules we covered so far that can make a big difference in your Intuitive Readings using your pendulum, Oracle cards, and any other spiritual tool:

Rule #1: I am the Queen of my life experience

Rule #2: Productive Questions are everything

Rule #3: The mind is the servant

This week’s topic is so important: being aware of mind traps will help you increase the accuracy of your readings because this awareness will help you realize when your mind is controlling the session, and when real intuition is actually flowing.

What does it look like, when the mind is controlling the session?  Here’s what I often see in my clients:

• They are obsessed with an outcome.  Their mind has decided on a solution to their situation, and they are unwilling to let go of it - even if they are asking for intuitive validation.  For instance, one client was so obsessed with validating that this person was “the one”, the soulmate, the twin flame…  that she actually started stalking the object of her desire.  Her mind interpreted any sign of life as a sign of destiny.  Every action and interaction would serve to rationalize her obsession.  The question of every session was, “Tell me that this is the one.”  You see, when you keep asking the same question every day…  it’s a sign that your mind is obsessed and not truly open to receiving intuitive insights.  It just wants to be right with whatever solution it came up with.

• They ask the same question over and over again, or ask about the same possible outcome, to several psychic counsellors or using all their intuitive tools: this is also a sign of mind obsession.  You might think you want to gain clarity, but all this asking actually creates confusion and mind fog, and this mind fog can keep you from taking a step in the direction of your highest good.  It’s like one of my students who wanted to know if she would get a specific job.  She asked me for insights, then she asked her pendulum, then she read her own cards, then she asked someone else, the she asked her pendulum again…  and became very frustrated that she couldn’t get a clear answer.  She became obsessed with asking her intuition for “the definite answer”…  and meanwhile forgot to take action steps such as following up with those who interviewed her, or staying open to other opportunities.

• They fall asleep or start daydreaming about a gazillion other things when trying to do intuitive work.  This is usually a sign that the mind doesn’t want you to know what the real issue is all about, because it’s afraid of your reaction if you find out.  Somehow deep inside, you want to protect yourself from an emotionally charged reaction, so your mind is using the old, “Look -squirrel!” method.  I have students who tend to always fall asleep during specific meditations to uncover blocks; and we know that it’s not because they’re tired!  I also have clients that start rambling about their children, or their mother, or this clutter in the home when I ask them about a specific block.  The distractions keeps them from discovering their truth.


Can you relate to any of these mind traps?  Here are a few tips to help you move beyond the mind to truly tap into your intuition.

• Assess why you want to gain intuitive insights in the first place: is it to validate a hunch? Because you’re curious?  Because you want to know you’re right in doing what you do? Because using your intuitive tools makes you feel like you’re doing something…  while actually avoiding taking real-world action toward your goal?  Exercising discipline and doing some reflective work before reaching for your psychic tools can actually bring you a lot more insights and self-knowledge than a mind-driven session.

• Ask yourself if you really want to know the answer, even if it’s not what you expect.  Do you feel that a different solution, perspective or approach would derail you?  Then your mind is in the driver’s seat - it’s up to you if you want to claim back your power.

• To prevent you from falling asleep, keep your eyes open when you dowse or meditate.  Keep your body busy by dancing or walking while meditating, or do a cardio session before your intuition work.

• Practice discipline, and once you ask a question…  wait before asking the same question again!  If you feel you need to ask the same question several times a day, or week, or month…  there are blocks to truth hidden in there.  I can help you uncover them as you flex your self-confidence muscles.


I trust this series of articles on asking masterful questions has helped you increase the accuracy and depth of your personal readings.  I so enjoy reading your emails and comments about your progress and “a-ha” moments!

Now, what I’d really love to know is if you’re interested in learning more about your intuition skills and about energy work.  The Intuition Development Program starts in person on March 2nd, and it’s such a fantastic program I’m always excited to offer it!  I’d love to teach it online as well, and I know that my intuition tells me it’s time to do so…  I’d like to know if you’re interested in taking an online program with me, and what day of the week would work best for you.  Could you send me an email or message me if you’re interested?  Thanks!

What see you in your crystal ball?

The room is dark and smoky from incense and candles.  Weird talismans and statues are displayed throughout the room.  You feel a sense of mystery, scented with fear.  Finally, she walks in, through the beaded curtain.  Dressed in a flowy gown adorned with gypsy coins and sequins, turban on her head and done up in makeup reminding you of a witchy-gypsy-ancient-Egyptian.  Skirt coins clinging, she sits across from you at the small table.  She takes a deep breath, looks into your eyes, then lifts her hand - adorned with long coloured nails, rings, and some old henna.  She shifts her focus to her crystal ball, hands circling…  She is now ready to reveal your fortune…

Me! :) Halloween 2011.  The workplace
theme was "pirates and gypsies" - I had
fun tapping into that :)

Is this how you picture someone who uses a crystal ball to tap into her psychic skills?  This image of a fortune-teller has certainly been in my psyche and imagination for many years - ever since I could read illustrated fairy tales.  Although part of me thinks this is “so cool” and would love to be like her - there is that other voice in me that tells me she’s a fake, a flake, a make-believe…  and never wants to be like her.  This inner attraction-rejection of the image of the fortune teller has had a bigger impact than I expected - or wanted - on my coming out as being intuitive.  For years, it blocked me from developing and acknowledging my intuitive skills.  I had much to learn about intuitive skills and had many pre-conceived notions and judgements to sort through and release before making peace with my intuition and admitting that, yes, I am a little gypsy-witchy at heart - and loving it!

I have learned to open up my chakras, clear my heart and accept the images, sensations and words flowing to and through me during meditations and sessions with clients.  I trust the guidance I receive for myself and others.  I have yet to purchase a crystal ball for myself, but this morning in meditation I received clear directions on how I would use one - and this I share with you.

A crystal ball is typically made of clear quartz, although it is possible to purchase one made of other crystals.  It can be used to focus the mind and make it more receptive to the psychic messages coming through, especially if one is clairvoyant.  The crystal ball can act as a screen where the images of the clairvoyant are projected, and can therefore be more easily perceived and interpreted.  It can also be a gateway to a connection with an other dimension or vibration, creating a similar effect to that associated with the ancient shamanic practice of staring into a flame; it’s just a different type of door.

To work with a crystal ball:

1. Ground and centre yourself:  make sure you have eaten a good meal, take a walk outdoors, breathe deeply down to your belly.  Make sure you have taken care of some details that might be nagging at you first so they don’t bother you during your session.  These details include cleaning your space, feeding the cats, letting the dog out, sending that email, paying that bill…  Often, these “real life” issues can pop up and want attention during a session, so make sure to take care of them first, or at least promise yourself that you will deal with them at a specific time after the session: this will put your mind at ease.
2. Prepare your space: it should be tidy and clean.  Take out a nice table or altar cloth, and lay out a few crystals, candles or spiritual items on your work surface.  Place a candle behind your crystal ball.  You might want to smudge your space or burn incense.
3. Prepare yourself: Place a pinch of salt on your Crown Chakra and ceremonially wash your hands in cold water.  I love using a salt scrub and affirm, as I scrub my hands and forearms, that I am clearing my energy field and am opening myself to receive psychic messages.  
4. Start the session: light the candles, dim the lights, sit comfortably.
5. Focus your intention: Take a deep breath to your belly and gently close your eyes.  Focus on your intention to work with your crystal ball to receive clairvoyant messages.  Pray to be surrounded in Love and Light and thank your spiritual guides for working with you.
6. Start the flow of energy:  Gently open your eyes, and look into your crystal ball.  Ask your question, and ask to be shown the answer or the next right action.  It’s OK if you feel you are cross-eyed and that your vision blurs; it’s part of the opening process.  Keep breathing and focusing.  Don’t force any images to appear; just allow them to flow.  Remember that it can feel like a day dream, or like when you read a good book and you see the characters and the story come to life in your mind’s eye.
7. Close the session: Thank your spirit guides, your higher self, and Source for this experience - whether or not you think you saw anything.  Affirm that the session is closed.  Blink your eyes a few times to return them to normal focus.  Remember to breathe.  Stretch your body.  Write any insights in your journal.  

Remember that working with a crystal ball is like developing a muscle that will gain strength and definition over time.  It’s good to keep a journal not only to witness your progress, but to record small pieces of information that might make sense later on.  Through your experience, you will also learn how to ask better questions, and what type of questions get stronger or clearer answers and this will help you develop your own strengths as an intuitive-psychic.

Remember also to have fun and enjoy the process.  It is my experience that energy flows best when our heart is light and centred on joy and Love.  After all, experiencing oneness and universal Love is an attribute of a healthy Crown Chakra.  And you see, you don’t have to be dressed with all the showmanship of parlour psychics to be able to tap into your own psychic and intuitive senses... and if dressing up is part of what puts you in the zone, then by all means go ahead and have fun!

Are you looking for a crystal ball?  I can help you find one - just let me know what you are looking for.  Are you looking for more training to open up your chakras and your intuitive abilities?  I can help you with that too - I have online and in-person classes available, either in a group or individual setting.

Surrounding you in Love and Light!

Psychic Awareness Quiz

Which Clair Are You?

We all have a natural psychic and intuitive ability, and our main psychic sense often mirrors how we use our physical senses.  Take the quiz below and find out which clair is your strongest asset.


Question 1
When you remember a childhood experience, do you:

• A.  See it in your mind, like a movie, with vivid colour or visual detail?
• B.  Re-live the emotions and the sensations?
• C.  Hear the conversations, ambient noises and sounds?
• D.  Feel that you have captured the moment in the library of your mind?
• E.  Not remember much about your childhood.

Question 2
When you go on holiday, what is the first thing you notice?

• A.  The view, the sights, how the room looks
• B.  The vibe of the place, the excitement
• C.  The music, the sounds
• D.  Your excitement about all the things you can discover here
• E.  You never really notice anything special

Question 3
When someone explains something to you, are you more likely to say:

• A.  I see what you mean
• B.  I feel it / I’m not feeling it
• C.  I hear ya / I hear what you mean
• D.  I understand
• E.  Don’t know/unsure of what you respond

Question 4
When someone is lying to you, do you:

• A.  See it in their face?
• B.  Feel a funny vibe?
• C.  Hear it in their voice?
• D.  Just know it for unseen reason?
• E.  Feel unsure and terrible at picking up liars.

Question 5
When you meet someone new, do you:

• A.  Give this person a good (and discreet) look-over to appraise what they’re all about?
• B.  Have a feeling about ‘who he really is’?
• C.  Listen to this person for a while before making your mind up?
• D.  Have a clear and instant “knowing” about their personality and if you could get along?
• E.  Feel you’re a terrible judge of character.

Question 6
When you go somewhere new, do you first:

• A.  People-watch to get an idea of what happens and get visual clues as to how to fit in?
• B.  Get a feel for for the place?
• C.  Listen to what’s going on around you - the sounds, the music, the conversations?
• D.  Try to get as much information about everything?
• E.  Just wait for someone to tell you what to do?

Question 7
When you learn something new, do you prefer:

• A.  To see it in writing - in a book, on a handout, or a visual presentation, in your notes?
• B.  To have someone demonstrate the new skill or information for you, or use models or props you can touch, then practice to get a feel for it?
• C.  To hear it explained to you, and listen to the same recorded class several times?
• D.  To ask many questions and research various sources of information?
• E.  Feel you don’t learn very well, and it’s just not getting through to you?

Question 8
When you’re on the phone, do you:

• A.  Picture who is calling, and see the other person in your mind?
• B.  Feel the emotions of whoever is on the line?
• C.  Tend to listen more than you talk?
• D.  Just knew who was calling, even a few minutes before the phone rang?
• E.  Keep it very business-like?

Question 9
When you have a dream or a nightmare, do you:

• A.  Keep replaying the scene in your mind, and see vivid details?
• B.  Wake up feeling “weird” or “icky” and have trouble shaking off the feeling of the dream?
• C.  Remember the conversations and sounds of it?
• D.  Have a knowingness about the dream and its meaning?
• E.  Never remember your dreams.

Question 10
When you think about and work with your Spirit Guide, do you:

• A.  Have a picture of them in your mind?
• B.  Just feel them behind or around you?
• C.  Hear their voice or sounds?
• D.  Have this true knowingness that they have your back no matter what?
• E.  Not receive any clues or signs about them.

Question 11
In previous psychic experiences, have you:

• A.  Seen a ghost or orbs?
• B.  Felt as if someone has been watching you?
• C.  Heard the voice of a deceased loved one or unseen presence?
• D.  Known when a house is haunted?
• E.  Never noticed anything special, although others were feeling spooked.

Question 12
When you meditate, do you:

• A.  Visualise yourself in a safe or beautiful place?
• B.  Just go with the flow and whatever comes next?
• C.  Focus on the music and your inner voice?
• D.  Trust that you’ll be given what you need?
• E.  Typically find it difficult to switch off.

If you answered...

Mostly A's
YOU ARE CLAIRVOYANT:  CLAIRVOYANCE is the psychic ability to see.  When you are attuned to this sense, you can see events in your imagination.  You might see ghosts, auras, orbs or spirits.

Mostly B's
YOU ARE CLAIRSENTIENT:  CLAIRSENTIENCE is the psychic ability to feel. You are naturally intuitive and have empathy for others. You might need frequent time on your own because you feel too much and can get easily overwhelmed in public or crowded places.

Mostly C's
YOU ARE CLAIRAUDIENT:  CLAIRAUDIENCE is the spiritual ability to hear. You have the ability to obtain information from sound, and your spiritual guidance will likely focus on words or tonalities.

Mostly D's
YOU HAVE THE GIFT OF KNOWING:  CLAIRCOGNIZANCE is the spiritual ability to “know”.
You will feel that Spirit and guides will send you information almost like a “download”. You will just know something and you’ll have no idea how or why.

Mostly E's
YOU CANNOT TRUST YOURSELF! You might be carrying fears, closed thought patterns, shame or karmic experiences that have closed down your ability to use your intuition.  You will need to work on your Root Chakra to feel safe first, then your heart and mind could open to your psychic senses.

Would you like to learn how to tap into your psychic senses?  Would you enjoy learning how your intuition can help you make better decisions and live a life that is more joyful, meaningful and fulfilling?  I can show you how!  Contact me and we can chat on the best course of action for you.  I can meet you in person, on the phone or via Skype!

Also, take a look at my Intuition Development Program, offered in-person and via teleclass.

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I’ve been talking a many people lately who are experiencing a surge in anxiety, stress and depression. They find it difficult to see beyond the hurt and the sadness. For just too many, the dust is not settling easily, and the constant emotional agitation keeps the dust flying in a downward spiral of yuck.

Because of this general unease I’m sensing, I want to take some time this week to talk to you about my Programs. I know they can help you, whether the dust is settling for you and you feel ready to move forward on your spiritual path, or whether you feel stuck in the yuck. Take a look at what I offer, and feel if any of these can be used as a walking stick on your journey. The techniques I teach and the coaching I offer help my clients find a sense of inner peace.

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This is a 6-month group program. I teach techniques to connect to true Source energy, and we learn to make peace with and to develop intuitive gifts. This Program will provide you with all the basics you need to heal yourself, and you’ll learn techniques - and the ethics - to offer healing to people, pets and the environment. I’ll let my graduate students speak on this one:

“I recommend this Program because it will help you look within at what you may or may not know about yourself. Jaz is an amazing person, coach and facilitator. She is very knowledgable and understands what each person in the class needs to help them grow. I highly recommend her courses to anyone searching for more in life." -- Pat K.

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The next intake for this wonder-full Program starts the weekend of September 27-28.

I'm quite excited that this Program will soon be available online!  I'm looking into possible technology that can bring us together.  I know many of you would love to take this Program and reconnect to your Inner Lightworker, but you live too far away to take this Program in person.  Stay tuned!  I'm real close to being ready for the online launch!  Let me know if you're interested!

September is such a good time to start a new routine, now that the kids are back in school and that the weather is cooler. It’s time to go within to find answers to your questions. It’s time to journey some more, away from the stuck zone. Are you ready?

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