Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2017 i Chat It's Fate

When I had a reading with Lee Whyberd, I was sceptical, but he blew me away. He knew I was outgoing, but bad with money – which infuriated my partner! He said we lived together, and ‘two’ came to mind – we’d been sharing a place for two months! What spooked me most was when my grandfather came through. He told Lee I picked at my nails when nervous and that my hair had been cut short. Lee also said someone had breast cancer… My nanna. He was spot on! For more about Lee, visit leewhyberdpsychicmedium.com Have you had an amazing reading lately that you’d like to share with us? Or have you taken a ghostly snap? We pay £25 for your reading stories, and £50 for your…

Flip the switch After intensive therapy a few years ago I booked a trip to India. The Osho International Meditation Resort is in Pune, and I felt a deep connection with Osho, the late mystic, guru and spiritual teacher whose ashram had evolved into the resort. But the festering frustration I’d been feeling back in Denmark soon came back. In my room was a large picture of Osho, and one night I lay down in front of it and declared, ‘I give up. Please take me, take everything. There is nothing I wish to hold onto’. After a period of silence, I sensed a male presence and felt a hand brush along my spine, which left me feeling deeply relaxed. ‘You are not your emotions,’ a voice inside my head…

Some people are born with large birthmarks and occasionally they realise these are signs of injuries, usually fatal, from past lives. If you have a mark, it may be the site of a death wound put there to encourage you to recall your past life. Even deformities like missing fingers may be a result of a past life incident. White marks are said to be the result of someone pledging to come back with the patch as proof. For instance, if a mother promises to come back, her daughter might have a child with a white mark. A tattoo can indicate the spot of such an injury, so if someone chooses a sword tattoo, the link is obvious. Jenny has just brought out her first Kindle novel, Angel Heart. Get…

Q & A My foot is really sore Dear Jayda There’s a burning pain in the ball of my foot when I walk. It’s getting worse. Patty, 45, Plymouth Dear Patty You may have a condition called Morton’s Neuroma where a nerve becomes irritated and thickened. You need to wear shoes that give enough space to your toes to reduce pressure. Trainers are a good choice. Resting, massaging your toes and an ice pack may relieve pain. Ask your GP to send you to a podiatrist (foot doctor). Take care of it and you could avoid the need for steroid injections or surgery. My joints are aching Dear Jayda I'm developing arthritis and have a few achy joints. What supplement can I take? Christina, 60, Rye Dear Christina Osteoarthritis can…

Oh Pooh! When I was 9, I had a Winnie the Pooh toy that said phrases when you pressed his nose. Great fun until one morning, I was woken up by the sound of a whirring noise. Pooh was saying his phrases over and over… it took all my courage to see what was going on. But as soon as I got to Pooh, he stopped… I soon got rid of him! Natalie Cox, Eastbourne Yasmin’s card of the month– your question answered, see p53 The card for us all this month is Judgement. This card shows several (naked) men, women and children rising up from their graves. Their arms are outstretched, supplicating the Archangel Gabriel who’s above them. The card suggests that the outcome to whatever question you…

World class! Jai Breitnauer, 37, Auckland, New Zealand 'Hey look, Mummy,' my 7-year old son Isaac said. ‘There's someone swimming in the lake!' Hip-hop act De La Soul were on the main stage, which was separated from the audience by a natural lake – and there was indeed someone swimming doggedly towards them! It summed up the spontaneous, can-do feeling of the whole festival. It was March 2016 and I was at Womad, in New Plymouth. Known as ‘the world’s festival,’ there’s a Womad in 30 countries around the world, including the UK, Chile, Spain – and New Zealand, where I now live, having married a Kiwi! Held in the stunning Brooklands Park, there was a focus on world music – we saw the amazing Ladysmith Black Mambazo perform, as…

Your relationship You don’t like to be pushed at the best of times, but your partner may need reminding of this! Even if you find it difficult to say, you need to talk things through. The Mercury-Venus alliance on the 10th helps seeing each other’s point of view. Have that conversation! New love Strike up a conversation and dates could follow. Communication planet Mercury in your Romance Sector all month is your green light to be friendly. Hook up with someone new on the 10th when Venus joins the party. You may find it hard to discover the truth about a lover’s feelings on the 13th. Career and money The Lunar Eclipse on the 7th throws a shadow on your working life. Hang on in there. Priorities have to change,…

Your relationship Mars blazing through Leo gives you an edge and puts you in the driving seat. So take control in your love life – you’re hot property! Your other half may be in awe of you, but you aren’t complaining. Just tread carefully around the Eclipse in your Partnership Sector on the 7th. New love Nothing ventured, nothing gained is a key feature of the Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 21st. Be courageous in love. You’re not short of passion whilst Mars in Leo boosts your libido. The competitive edge to August’s astrology means you may have to fight for the one you want. Career and money Jobs aren’t for life anymore, and events early in the month could help you see that change is inevitable. If a…

Your relationship Mars in sunny and passionate Leo for the whole of August couldn’t be better for your love life. Who needs an excuse to crank up the passion? Longer term, it’s a most auspicous time for sharing your ideas for the future. You will definitely get the ball rolling and steer things towards that pot of gold. New love A holiday romance beckons as love planet Venus lights up your Travel Sector. Whether you’re home or away, Venus wafts her vibes on the 12th, a date to indulge your passion. Yet things could go awry after this if you realise that a lover’s values are opposite to your own. Career and money This could turn out to be a sensational month as the Eclipse lights up your Career Sector.…

Your relationship Mars is firing up your Partnership Sector this month. Your other half’s getting their act together – they’re intent on getting the most out of life, especially passionate sex! But look out for things getting heated in other ways, too. There may be a row, but resolve tensions with humour. New love If you were hoping for a summer packed with excitement on the love front, you’ll be happy. Eclipses bring the unexpected, and your Relationship Sector is full of planetary activity. Once love planet Venus joins the party on the 26th, you may be ready for a more gentle loving flow. Career and money Your working life feels unsettled. This could be because you’re covering for absences or clashing with fellow workers. Planets in your opposite sign…

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Witch report Where there’s good, there’s bad, and two very different types of witch hang out in Chile... The Machi, who are the sacred leaders and healers of the Mapuche, and the evil Kalku, who dabble in black magic. The latter’s feared familiar is the Choncon, a birdlike creature with the face of a human! Thank goodness the Machi are very adept at fighting the Kalku! Your August ritual Made an enemy? Ward off the bad vibe with a bowl of hot water. Take a pinch of salt for protection and draw a circle above your head nine times, then cast it into the water. Roll an egg all over your body, while imagining negative energy being absorbed. Crack the egg in the water, then pour it down the sink.…

I fear my dream is now over Dear Yasmin When a disqualified learner jumped a red light, my car was written off and I sustained longterm injuries. Will I ever get to travel around Australia with my hubby? Susan, 67, Rochford Dear Susan You still have a lot of unresolved anger, so the pain’s coming from your consciousness as well as your body. The fastest way to recovery is to forgive and move on. On 7 August, the night of the Full Moon, sit down and try to forgive the person responsible. It will really help the healing. Your card, the 10 of Coins, suggests you’ll take your trip. Where’s my happy family? Dear Yasmin I really want my husband to treat my son like his own. I’m finding their…

1 Get a tarot deck. Remove the 22 Major Arcana cards (such as The Wheel of Fortune and The Lovers), plus the 16 Court cards (such as Kings, Queens, Knights and Pages). You will be left with 40 cards. 2 At night, shuffle the deck of 40 cards and ask: ‘What does my body need tomorrow emotionally and physically?’ Pull out one card. The card’s suit will give you guidance for how you should eat for your main meals tomorrow. Pentacles: Earth foods Eat: Food from the earth – fruit, vegetables (such as carrots, potatoes, leeks, onions), casseroles, organic meat. Emotional Focus: Deal with issues that help you feel secure and stable. Money and home concerns are a priority, so go through your finances! Swords: Air foods Eat: Light foods,…

As someone with a keen interest in the subject, I watch a lot of programmes based on the paranormal. I just can’t help it! So, for those of you who can’t get your fill of all things spooky, here are the shows that I recommend you look at, most of which can be found on satellite TV, or on the good old Internet. Scientific My all-time favourite paranormal series is Ghost Hunters , narrated by William Woollard (this isn’t the American show by the same name). Ghost Hunters is a British show, and dates from the late 1990s. It features accounts of paranormal incidents from witnesses, and has a scientific point of view from people in the field, such as Professor Archie Roy and Mary Rose Barrington.…

‘His luxury home was actually a one-bed apartment’ “I was only 18 and eager for an adventure’ ‘If things don’t work out in Quebec, come and stay with me in Montreal,’ my new friend David said. ‘I live in a penthouse, will help you find work.’ I’d just arrived in Canada, was on a Greyhound bus on the way to meet my friend Estelle. We’d met in a language class in Wales and, after a unexciting stint as an au pair in France, I’d taken her up on her offer to visit. I was 18, on a gap year before starting an English degree at the University of Leeds. And I was eager for adventure. Nowhere to stay David and I had passed some of the travelling time making…

Your body consists of two-thirds water! H20 lubricates your joints, eyes, aids digestion, flushes out waste and toxins and keeps skin healthy. What happens? Dehydration happens when you lose more fluids than you take in. And this has a knock-on effect with the balance of minerals in your body. Severe dehydration can result in brain damage, fits and death. You have been warned! Watch out! Severe dehydration is a medical emergency, but mild or moderate dehydration can cause: Low mood and energy levels: Not drinking enough slows down body processes, bringing you with it. Brain function: Your brain cells shrink and contract without enough fluids, leading to poor concentration. Parched brains work harder than well-watered ones. Headaches: Your brain is protected by a fluid sack. If you run low on…

Crystal fact Orthoclase Also known as K-Feldspar, Orthoclase gets its name from the ancient Greek for straight fracture. That explains the two planes at right angles to each other! The crystal’s normally colourless, but can be found in lovely shades of green or yellow. Healers tend to use Orthoclase in meditation, to help emotional turmoil, and that anxiety common to all of us, the fear of getting old. It’s found worldwide, but quality examples come from Baveno and Elba in Italy, Switzerland and the Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Ghostly Inspirations Tommy Cooper Legendary funny man Tommy Cooper - along with his red fez - moved into this appealing house in Barrowgate Road, Chiswick in 1955. It was his home when he suffered a fatal heart attack performing live…

Joanna’s monthly blog End of the fight The clash between giants Jupiter and Pluto started at the end of last year, reached its midpoint in the spring and now we have the finale on the 4th. So any long-fought battle or process of change is at the point of resolution, bringing a break with the past and a huge shift in priorities. Hold on to that sneaking feeling that an ending is the proverbial cloud with a silver lining – you’ll soon be proved right. Eclipse of the heart The Full Moon in Aquarius on the 7th and the New Moon in Leo on the 21st are both Eclipses. Expect events that throw shadows. New pictures will be revealed, including themes of one person’s loss being another person’s gain. All…

Your relationship Mercury switching to reverse signals extra complications, but these are more likely to be friend-orientated. Your partner leaps in, welcoming the role of protector. Saturn marks a good turning point in your Partnership Sector at the end of the month, and you see something you’ve never seen before! New love If you’re a typical Gemini, you can be happy in an open relationship. But early in the month, someone you’re interested in issues an ultimatum. You have to remind yourself that sometimes you have to close the door on a bad romance before a good one comes along. Career and money Extricating yourself from a financial tie is tricky when people you love are involved. Something may be costing you a lot of money, so pull the plug.…

Your relationship Mercury switching to reverse in your sign on the 13th doesn’t mean you should be a quivering wallflower about your feelings. But bear in mind that the important thing isn’t what you say but how you say it. Pick your moment and choose your words carefully. New love Be patient and don’t dive in deep if someone’s being cagey. Secrets are in the air, and trying to uncover the truth or with someone new is challenging. You may not feel that confident yourself either. The most important work you can do in the month ahead is on your self-esteem. Career and money A potential money earner is nearing completion. You’ll soon see whether your trust has paid off. For now, keep ideas to yourself and view this as…

Your relationship Do you see your partner for who they really are? Venus in your Relationship Sector tangling with Pluto in your sign on the 15th, along with this month’s Eclipses, will put misconceptions to a test. You’re in for a big surprise but, above all, try not to take control. New love Sit up and pay attention to love no-nos this month. If you’re single and don’t enjoy being around loved-up types, decline an invitation to an event that will be exclusively couples. If you’re tempted to get involved with your boss, steer clear. The person you meet on the 12th is sweet-natured and kind. Career and money If you can no longer bear your job, be honest with yourself. The Jupiter/ Pluto clash on the 4th signals the…

Your relationship Mercury turning around in your Partnership Sector on the 13th slows things down, with communication breakdown at the top of the list. A lack of intimacy means the deal is off for you, but don’t jump to the wrong conclusion. If you’re with a commitment-phobe, you’ll soon understand why. New love Are you seeking love second time around? You may wonder if there’s anyone without emotional baggage. Events could prove you right as love planet Venus in your Romance Sector is caught up in a Grand Cross planetary pattern. Now’s the time for you to let trust emerge slowly. Career and money When you’re off track with work or money matters, past experience will be your guide. If a job isn’t working out, maybe you should try something…

Could lightning strike twice? Dear Miss Crimebuster My family's small shop was robbed by two men in balaclavas one evening. They were quickly caught, but people say they're from a notorious family who wouldn't think twice about doing us over again. Our shop is on the corner of a quiet road, which makes us an easy target. Now my parents are really worried and want to sell up. Bali, 35, London Dear Bali Your parents will get their way eventually, and you’ll move to another shop not far away. This time, it’s in a shopping complex with security, and you’ll all be much happier and safer. I suspect one of our helpers Dear Miss Crimebuster We had a fundraising stall in the local park when we discovered one of our…

Usain Bolt goes out in a thunderclap of glory in his last race. • Ferrari Formula 1 may face a massive cash crisis. The number of people saying ‘I do' takes a dive. • What’s left of London’s community feeling is at risk as yet more high-rise buildings shoot up. • The biggest-ever peace march by Muslims takes to London’s streets. A daughter for Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty? • A major bank’s systems crash, causing millions of customers serious headaches. Is Danny Dyer going to leave EastEnders, this time for real? • For Lotto luck, try 1, 4, 17, 22, 29 and 35. For EuroMillions, go for 8, 22, 28, 34 and 50, Lucky Stars 4 and 12. Is Morven Christie going to become the new Jane Tennison?…

Not afraid For the next 24 hours, no matter how many times I begged, David wouldn’t let me leave the apartment. I was being held hostage. Petrified, another clear thought entered my head. Look him in the eye. As I did, I felt the dynamic between us change. David knew I wasn’t afraid of him. He was losing his power. But something also told me this wasn’t going to end until he got something. I made a deal with David and let him masturbate over me while Richard was in the other room. He also took my knickers. Anything to prevent something worse… Then, David acted as if nothing had happened. Asked if we could stay in touch! No chance. After fleeing, I boarded the next bus to Quebec. As…

Q & A A spear was in my body Dear Jenny During a past life regression years ago, I felt a pain in my right shoulder that didn’t leave me. Years later, I saw a healer who removed a psychic spear head from me but I still suffer slight pain. Katie, 35, Essex Dear Katie You’ve not one but two spear wounds, and you still need the second spear head removed. This happened 4,000 years ago – you were stabbed from back to front and from front to back, with two spears, as a ritual punishment. If you’d known all this, I’m sure you’d have gone back to the therapist. You must visit one now and get this other virtual spearhead removed. I can’t take the plunge Dear Jenny If…

‘At 28 weeks, I had a vivid dream I couldn’t shake’ ‘On borrowed time, we cuddled, kissed and loved her’ Let’s start trying for a baby,’ I declared to my hubby Jonathan, then 26. Except, a year on, in July 2011, we’d no success. Diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, I was prescribed tablets to help. Sadly though, in May 2012, I had an ectopic pregnancy, and miscarried at six weeks. But then, in March 2013… ‘I’m pregnant!’ I announced. We were delighted, but nervous. Due to my ectopic, I’d an early scan at six weeks. I gasped, amazed at the life growing inside me. Still, I was anxious. Little arms A midwifery support worker, seeing babies arrive daily was wonderful, but I witnessed tragedy, too. It played on my…

Nose out of joint?! Dear Katie My daughter’s pony Silver has been with us for four years. About two months ago, he started to poke his nose and stick up his head when she tries to take rein contact. Fiona, 52, Dudley Dear Fiona Silver’s suffering from a food intolerance, which is causing this behaviour. Look at his diet and research specialist food he can eat. He’s sensitive, and this’ll become more acute as he grows older. Canny Crystal Dear Katie I’m worried about getting too old to have a second child. It’s causing tension with my partner. Sandra, 34, Rugby Dear Sandra There are four crystals to help: jade for fertility, moonstone for women’s healing and balancing hormones, rose quartz for serenity, and unakite for the reproduction system. Put…

Savour the peace and quiet One of my favourite ways of communicating with angels is to get busy in my courtyard. There’s something about digging, planting and pruning that helps me to feel connected to them. My grandma was the same. She used to say she spent the ‘happiest days of her life in her garden’. The love and effort that she poured into her urban oasis resulted in an amazing display of colour and scented flowers. First thing each day, she’d relax on a bench with a cuppa and talk to the head gardener, as she put it. I do the same. I sit, savour my coffee and enjoy the peace and quiet. I lay out my hopes and fears to the angels. Most of the time, they send…

Q & A My nose swelled up! Dear Roi de Lune Recently, I had a weird dream where a bee flew up my nose. I tried to free it, but it kept stinging me, then my nose swelled up! Sam, 44, Swindon Dear Sam Your dream is symbolic of bad luck or an event happening to you, which you feel you have no control over. But it’s also related to you having been more curious than usual about something, examining a situation more closely than you were supposed to, or even prying into something not meant for you. It sounds like you’re now seeing the negative results of doing so! The triffids are coming for me! Dear Roi De Lune I've been having the same dream for years - I'm…

'Mum gave me a clear sign to believe in myself' Signs across the divide Yes, Mum! Carrie Hewlett, 54, Westburyon-Trym, Bristol You never get over your mum dying. My amazing mum Denise was 74 when she passed away from heart disease. We were so close. She wrote fairy stories, and taught me to believe in angels. Even when I grew up and moved out, she only lived round the corner to me. But one day, she just wasn’t there anymore. When that bond was broken, I was devastated. Mum was my best friend. I’d no-one to turn to. I still spoke aloud to her though, updating her with my life, chatting away. Then, in early 2016, I hit a wall with my career. I’d always dreamt of writing children’s stories.…

Your relationship You’re at least one step ahead of your other half with plans for your future. This isn’t a problem as long as resentful feelings don’t start crowding in. The Mars-Jupiter alliance over the weekend of the 18th restores equality – and an ecstatic smile! New love You’re determined to enjoy yourself. If you’re starting a new affair, a relationship has to be on your terms. The stand-out date for love is the 21st, the day of a total Solar Eclipse in your Romance Sector. This indicates that you’re going to be shaken and stirred by passionate goings-on. Career and money Mercury’s change of direction in your Work Sector from the 13th suggests a slower period for your working life. Grab it while you can – take a week’s…

Your relationship Venus in your sign is usually a good thing, but will get caught up mid-month in the Jupiter/ Pluto conflict. Desires change on both sides, but don’t think this is all there is. Look at your relationship as a work in progress. Now you can reveal how brilliant you are at unconditional support. New love Love planet Venus lights up your sign of Cancer for most of the month. You need a relationship where the power isn’t all on one side. Saturday 12th promises a humdinger of a romantic date, but the period from the 15th to the 24th clarifies the issues. Try to be patient. Career and money Eclipses in your Money Sector often coincide with a time of highs and lows, yet ambitious Mars can prove…

Your relationship Lucky Jupiter in your sign means you’re fighting to keep your eye on the bigger picture, and that includes personal happiness. But with all or nothing Pluto in the act on the 4th, and again mid month, there’ll be moments when you wonder why being in love has to be so tiring! New love Be careful what you wish for as dreams can come true this month. The key date for love is the 7th when the Lunar Eclipse lights up your Romance Sector. However, a Full Moon Eclipse often highlights a triangle situation when one person wins but another loses. Your seductive powers may capture the heart of someone you’ve been after. Career and money Your ruler Venus is in your Career Sector up until the 26th,…

Your relationship Your suspicion that your other half isn’t telling you everything is correct, but don’t conjure up sinister motives. It’s more than likely they just don’t want to overburden you. So trust they’ll say more when they’re ready. Remember, it’s your differences that make love exciting! New love If a new lover lets you down, a red warning light will flash. Someone who’s spontaneous can be fun, but when this flips into unreliable behaviour, it’s a different game. Move on. Rethink what it is you want from love. Events on the 26th help clarify your heart’s desire. Career and money Talk planet Mercury turns retrograde in your Career Sector on the 13th, so make sure any contracts are signed before then. If someone breaks a promise, check out other…

‘Floating over my bed were two winged angels’ ‘I watched as the caravan was thrown around’ Cycling along, I sang aloud to an Elvis song. It was summer 1983, I was heading for my petrol station shift. Suddenly, it was as if invisible hands grabbed the collar of my bomber jacket, lifting me from the saddle. Flipping through the air, I rolled into the middle of the road, cars swerving to avoid me. Utterly terrifying. Clambering to safety, I gawped at the mangled wreck of my bike. A lorry had crushed it beneath its wheels. A miracle Someone must have called the police because, minutes later, officers arrived. A motorist who’d stopped explained the truck’s load of scaffolding had come loose, and swung to the left. ‘I saw the scaffolding…

‘I’d be yanked from my body into the spirit’ Staring down, I saw myself lying in bed. What's happening? I panicked, floating above my body. It was 1987 and I was 22. I’d had two similar experiences before, assumed they were dreams. Only this time, as I’d slept, I’d felt my spirit catapulted from my body. Force Then suddenly, a force sucked me back into my physical self. I woke exhausted, heart pounding, headache. I’d never been spiritual, but it felt real. Months later, it happened again. This time, my spirit was guided up a spiral staircase into bright light. The next time, I met my father. ‘Dad,’ I cried, a feeling of love coursing through me. ‘Learn to do as you’re told,’ Dad said before…

‘I rarely got on the scales because it was too upsetting’ ‘I wanted to test my tarot diet plan on other people’ Stepping on the scales, I took a deep breath and looked down. And I grimaced at the number looking back at me. 13st! I’d never been so heavy. ‘That’s it, I’m going on a diet,’ I thought. ‘I’m fed up of being fat.’ I was a size 16 to 18, but rarely got on the scales because it was too upsetting. Even my husband Martin, 56, didn’t know my weight. I’d been yo-yo dieting for 20 years. Losing a bit, but piling it back on and more. Had to change I was an emotional eater. Picking at whatever I could get my hands on whenever I was…