Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2022 i Chat It's Fate

Happy New Year everyone! As we raise our glasses of mulled wine to 2022, let’s hope it’s a bit less stressful than 2021, and that this is the year when we can finally stop worrying about Covid-19. Wishful thinking, perhaps – but I’ve sent my prayer out into the universe, and hopefully it will listen! It’s a time for new beginnings – and we’ve got loads of help for you, if you’re looking to break old habits and work towards exciting goals this year. On p12, discover how you can predict your entire year ahead using oracle cards, and on p16, find out how to get super-fit and healthy, goddess style! Best of all, check out our bumper horoscopes, starting from p37, which will tell you everything you need to…

Your love life You’re untangling some fairly heavy stuff at the moment – but there are moments, such as on the 5th, when you and a partner seem to be in perfect synchronicity. Unknotting this emotional tangle certainly brings up issues around passion and complicated love. It could be an old flame from the past is knocking on your door. Or perhaps you are undergoing therapy at the moment, which brings up old ‘stuff’. However, from the 29th, love energies will start to flow more freely. Life and laughs From the 2nd, you’re all about the big picture. Expect plans to take shape, whether travel or education. From the 14th, you may have to rethink certain matters you had taken for granted. A belief may be challenged at this time.…

Your love life Your heart is being led down memory lane – only you know whether this is by an actual flesh-and-blood person, or just an idea of love! But from the 2nd, things get real. Make more effort if you’re out and about, as meeting people is well-starred for singles. Those in relationships will also find their love invigorated. You might find domestic life clashes with certain aspects of your relationship – work together to find a solution. As ever, communication is key. Life and laughs From the 1st, you get a shot of invigorating energy. You’re confident in your ideas about living life as it should be experienced. You want to live your joy and express your creativity. You make it your priority to have fun! Around the…

Your love life When it comes to love, you’re feeling unsure. Although you’re generally good at going with the flow, part of you would like matters wrapped up nicely with a large bow! Have certain people drifted back into your life? Relax and enjoy the ride. What you discover on the 5th brings you close to your vision of domestic bliss. In fact, this month gives you other little glimpses of how good things could be. From the 29th, you feel much more certain. Life and laughs Firing on all cylinders, you’re getting things done in the first few weeks. The thing is, you can’t make an omelette without breaking eggs. What occurs on the 11th should ruffle some feathers – however, it will also show how important a particular…

Your love life Gosh, aren’t you having fun at the moment? Old faces and crushes you’d almost forgotten about have seeped back into your life. Even if you’re in a relationship, you’re enjoying the attention. Singles are finding that socialising takes on a romantic kind of vibe. Your chances of getting lucky are high on the 5th. One hot and heavy situation reaches a culmination on the 17th. It’s time to make a decision about the possibilities offered by this relationship. Life and laughs The 2nd marks a new broom in your social life. Perhaps new people are becoming more important to you now? You could be becoming a leader in your group with friends looking to you for guidance. The main thing is, you should be having a blast!…

Have you ever been told ‘before you can love someone else, you need to love yourself’? Fair enough – but let’s face it, sometimes that’s easier said than done. Once your inner critic kicks in, it’s all too easy to get bogged down by suspicions that you have flaws and might never find your perfect partner. However, once you accept and value yourself, you’ll feel truly happy in your skin, and shine like a loving beacon. It’s just that sometimes you need a bit of help with the self-love – which is where a spell or two can help! These easy spells boost self-esteem and sass and will help you manifest a loving relationship with yourself that lasts. Give them a go – what have you got to lose? WHO…

Every day, our heads are full of chatter. Whether we’re taking the kids to school, catching the bus to work, or doing the washing up, we’re thinking, ‘I’m looking forward to tonight,’ ‘I mustn’t forget to buy such and such,’ or ‘I’m not sure I can do this’. You may be thinking ‘yes but so what?’ Actually, these little chats – self-talk – are much more important than you think. You see, our thoughts help shape us. If you’re constantly telling yourself ‘I’m no good,’ or ‘I feel rotten,’ then it becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. But if you think and speak to yourself in a more upbeat way, then you are likely to feel and do so much better. For example, ‘I feel great today!’ Or ‘Yes, I can do…

I was fed-up. I’d looked at dozens of properties but none of them felt right. I’d moved from London to Goring-on-Sea six months earlier for a slower place of life, and I was staying with my parents until I found my own place. Walking down the road that led to the sea, I felt desperate. Not having my own space made me feel restless and stressed. I have polycystic kidney disease, where cysts grow on the kidneys, so stress isn’t good for me. I needed to find a property – and fast. I looked at the wonderful expanse of sea, it was absolutely beautiful. But was I in the right place for me? I said aloud to the universe, ‘Please send me a sign and show me where I’m meant…

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Jupiter slides into Pisces this January. This is its natural home, and a place where the planet of luck and fortune is very happy. It’s a time when dreams can be realised, especially those related to creativity or further study. It’s also a time to let go of old habits and worries and opt for a fresh start – so the perfect time for making New Year’s Resolutions! Here’s what you need to know before you make yours… Aries It can be hard to let go of the past. Good or bad, it haunts your dreams – but no more. Who says memory is accurate? Make up better stories about what happened ‘way back when’. You’re stronger now and things are different. FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS by doing something you always…

I guess you could say I’ve always had my energy aligned differently. As a small child, I used to freak my mum out, telling her I could see faces in the walls or people standing at the end of my bed. And I’ve always been fascinated by unicorns. One of my favourite movies was The Last Unicorn and I adored the My Little Pony unicorns. I collected all the toys and loved brushing their tails and manes with the special My Little Pony brush. But when adult life took over and I became a mum to my three girls, Sophie, now 10, Amy, eight, and Faye, seven, I pushed my spiritual interests aside. I Big mistake, as it turned out. Life got messy, and following a relationship breakdown, I found…

BACK TO REALITY On 3 November, followers of the conspiracy theory movement QAnon gathered in Dallas, Texas, on the grassy knoll where US president John Kennedy (JFK) was shot…because they were expecting his son to rise from the dead and become American president. QAnon is led by a mysterious mastermind known only as Q, which some believe is the codename for JFK Junior – despite the fact that he was killed in a light aircraft crash in 2000. The cult followers waited for some time in the rain at Dealey Plaza, where JFK was shot on 3 November 1963 by lone gunman Lee Harvey Oswald. The Daily Star reports that QAnon source Whiplash347 told 262,000 Telegram followers that Trump would be reinstated then step down to let JFK Jr take the…

Sitting around on the carpet, surrounded by empty boxes, I giggled with my housemates Bob and Nick. We’d just moved into a rented three-bed house together – and it had dawned on us that we had no kitchen things at all. Not even a kettle to make a cup of tea! But we were in our early 20s, so that didn’t matter. We had our freedom, our independence, and that was brilliant. As the weeks went by, we acquired saucepans, plates and cutlery – and we had such a laugh, living together just the three of us. But there was something that niggled me. Whenever I was alone in the flat, I felt, well, strange. There seemed to be a dark, sad, sombre energy. As if the house didn’t want…

My friend Abbie and I have always shared a love of all things spiritual and supernatural – we often visit little crystal shops together, book reiki sessions and plan spiritual holidays together in Greece. A few years ago, she booked us a past-life regression session with Robert Lancey, a hypnotherapist in Cardiff. I couldn’t wait to hear what Robert said as I was utterly convinced that Abbie and I had shared a past life – as witches in the same coven! It turned out I was wrong about that… On the day of the regression, I was led by Robert into a hypnotic state, and found myself walking down a long corridor with many different doors. I chose a door and I walked through it to reveal this incredibly beautiful…

The Babylonians believed that every planet had its own energy, which could be harnessed on a specific day to make dreams come true. Today astrologers work with the days and the planets to pinpoint exactly the best time for work, rest, and play. They look at the planet’s influence, and how it will affect each aspect of life. You too can plan your days, and work with this cosmic energy. From securing a pay-rise to a new romance, you can find the best day to do it all, with planet power! MONDAY – THE MOON If you’re looking for clarity, the Moon’s illuminating light will help you. This intuitive astral body governs the emotions and can help you express deep feelings. It’s also associated with creativity, so you might feel…

Your love life You’re itching to find out if one romance – very different from your usual type – can actually work. Circumstances beyond your control may put a spanner in the works. Around the 9th, you’re offered a balm for subjects that are usually tricky. You can discuss the things that need to be said and still keep that loving feeling. Things will flow better towards the end of the month. But you’re not willing to make compromises on the 30th. Once that is out the way, play on! Life and laughs On the 2nd, you get a chance to explore your dreams. You want to think about cherished ambitions – travel and adventuring are on the agenda. True, it’s hard to second-guess what might happen next. But focusing…

Your love life To get where you want to be in love, you’ve got to start talking. It may be that you’re looking for a new love – if so, you’re willing to open your heart on the 5th. You’ll understand better what others feel then and treat them with tenderness. Fertile hunting grounds for The One include your workplace, gym, or out walking the dog. Mid-month, discussions are going around in circles, but keep your nerve. By the 29th, things are going gloriously in the right direction. Life and laughs It’s time for some fun and games! You’re feeling energised and want to grab life by the horns! Painting the town red is right up your street now. It’s a fantastic time to get fit – but make sure…

Your love life Love has been so unpredictable recently – but on the 1st, a sweetness enters proceedings. Enjoy it! Singles should look around – but not too far. It seems true love could be right under your nose. The energies of relationships may have been all over the place, but although romantic matters will hardly be sedate, they will be going in the correct direction from the 18th. By the end of the month, you should be on more certain ground. Life and laughs From the 2nd, you’ll be busy with meet-ups. New faces will be popping into your life and they may transform into true friends. But don’t get too heavy – enjoy the moment. Mid-month, family life could leave you scratching your head. From the 20th, the…

Your love life You’re feeling shy and retiring when it comes to love – if you’re in a relationship, chances are you’re playing a supportive role now. Despite this, there’s a meeting of hearts and minds on the 9th. Even if there is no fanfare, you understand something special is occurring. It feels almost spiritual. By the close of the month, on the 29th, you feel like an obstacle is being rolled away. This won’t be straightforward. You won’t have to wait too long before thrills become a reality. Life and laughs There’s a sparkle to family life on the 1st when a loved one thrills you with a welcome gesture. Friendships are buoyant. You’re also speaking your mind. However, mid-month, you may find yourself feeling misunderstood. This will be…

Think of therapy and you probably imagine a therapist’s office where you sit and talk through your troubles, vent, rage, shed a tear, and let emotions flow freely. Perhaps you talk through childhood experiences, work through difficult feelings and hopefully feel better about things, eventually. There are, however, many other types of therapy. And some of them can seem a bit ‘out there’, to say the least – but don’t take our word for it, read on and decide for yourself! CIRCLE IN THE SAND In the 1950s, a Swiss psychologist called Dora Kalff created ‘Sand Therapy’. Her patients were instructed to create stories in trays of sand, using a variety of figurines. Inspired by the teachings of influential Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, her work is still used in therapy today,…

Have you ever looked at the sky and thought ‘that cloud looks like an angel’? Well, you’re not alone. People around the world are seeing angel clouds and finding comfort in these heavenly signs. In 2018, Danny Ferarro, 57, from Texas, USA, took a photo of a cloud that looked like a huge, glowing, winged figure on his mobile phone, and posted it on Facebook, and it took the internet by storm! But experts dismissed the cloud as merely a weather phenomenon. Even so, the spiritual community views these special clouds as signs. Claire Stone, author of The Female Archangel, says, ‘Angels are non-physical beings, so they sometimes adapt to our physical world to reach us, which can take the form of an angel cloud. If you do see an…

If ever there was a magical fruit, it’s the pomegranate. Originally grown in ancient Persia, in Greek mythology it was known as the ‘fruit of the dead’ as it was said to have arisen from the spilt blood of the dead hero Adonis. In the Quran, it’s said to grow in the Garden of Paradise – and in the Christian tradition, it’s long been debated that the ‘forbidden fruit’ that Eve stole from the Garden of Eden may have been a pomegranate and not an apple. Pomegranates also have a long association with fertility – it was the symbol of Hera, goddess of marriage. In ancient Rome, newly-wed women wore crowns made of pomegranate leaves. Pomegranate seeds are also delicious and nutritious, low in calories and rich in vitamin C…

SIGNS ACROSS THE divide Darren Lloyd*, 47, from Oxford I was sitting in my home office, doing a bit of work, when I heard a knock on the front door. My wife answered it, I could hear her chatting to someone. A few minutes later, she popped her head round the door. ‘Want a cuppa?’ I nodded. ‘Yes please. Who was that at the door?’ ‘It was the guy who used to live here, Dave*,’ she said. ‘He came to see if we’d any of his post. It’s very sad. His mum died last night.’ As she said this, I felt a shiver down my spine. You see, Dave’s mum had lived in the house with her son and his wife, until she became so unwell that she had to…

Floating lady Dear Sally I took this photo on 30 September at my daughter’s house. When I looked back at this, I noticed an orb. I would be very interested to know what you think. Pam Miller, Brittany, France Dear Pam Oh wow, I do think you have managed to capture an orb! I feel it is female spirit energy and it would be interesting to look at the date as I feel you may have a female relative to whom the date on which that picture was taken is significant. The orb is sending love and support to your daughter and you. On that day, you would have felt a sense of calm and a realisation that you were coming out of a difficult situation. Orbs are the first manifestation of…

Top EXPERT Celebrity PAST LIFE Harrison Ford and Sean Young played lovers in Blade Runner, but they disliked each other at first sight. Well, in the 1700s Shogun Asano Naganori (then Ford) attacked Kira Yoshihisa, (then Young). He was made to commit ritualistic suicide, but some of his loyal samurai then beheaded Kira, and so were forced to take their own lives. You’d think by this lifetime the pair of them would have learned that hating means nobody wins! Meditation mandalas Do you have trouble ‘switching off’ in order to meditate? Jenny digitally paints channelled meditation mandalas especially for you. You just stare into the image and take flight into a spiritual connection with your guides. Find out more at facebook.com/JennySmedleyAngelWhisperer JENNY’S IN-DEPTH Regression ACHES ‘N’ PAINS Dear Jenny I…

Is this the year you’re going to crack the diet and shed those last stubborn pounds or boost flagging energy levels? Whatever your mission, January is the time we tend to think about self-care, and the things we can do to feel happy, healthy, and beautiful. Our ancestors turned to the deities when they needed help. They believed the gods and goddesses had all the answers and could help them achieve their goals. We might not walk the same path as those ancient civilisations, but we do have the same struggles, so it makes sense to ask for magical assistance. The deities below can help you unleash a healthy, gorgeous new you, for 2022, and all it takes are a few easy rituals to get started! THE POWER OF PELE…

Morgana le Fay is perhaps England’s most famous sorceress. We, of course, know her from Arthurian legend, where she’s known variously as Morgan, Morgana and Morgain. Anyone who watched the BBC series Merlin will think of her as Arthur’s half-sister, who starts off as his ally but eventually becomes his most vicious and deadly enemy. In most modern films, such as The Kid Who Would Be King, she’s depicted as a beautiful – but extremely evil – enchantress. Recently, however, she’s been reclaimed as something of a feminist icon, a strong warrior woman and powerful witch battling against the patriarchy! But which was she – good or evil? Well, maybe a bit of both… DID MORGANA REALLY EXIST? That’s a difficult question! She first appears in the writing of 12th century historian Geoffrey…

Ending the Zoom call, I frowned thoughtfully. I’d just had a conversation with a woman who was desperately worried about her daughter. I had to help them both. But how? The worried mum had initially contacted me, a healer, because her 15-year-old daughter was suffering from anxiety. The girl felt overwhelmed, she wasn’t sleeping. But the more her mum told me, the more I realised that her daughter’s problems were being caused by emotional vampires. The girl’s so-called school ‘friends’ were being nasty to her. What she really needed was healing and psychic protection, and when I suggested this combination to the mother she agreed. Angelic help I set about making the girl a healing bracelet. I cleared my mind, meditated and asked my guardian angel for guidance. Healing bracelets…

Capricorn At your best … Known as the Zodiac’s boss, you are famously hard-working with an ‘in charge’ vibe. Ambitious, determined, materialistic and strong, you’re built for success! You’re a serious type for sure, but you’re also pragmatic. Things get done when you’re around! Your dry sense of humour can be a surprise to some. At your worst… You’re a little haughty and can come across as a Debbie Downer. You take yourself very seriously. Loosen up a little! Love style Once you’re sure this person is right for you, partners can expect loyalty and fidelity – and to be in it for the long run. Sex style You’re not the one-night-stand type – why would you lower yourself to have sex with someone who might turn out not to…

Your love life On the surface of it, you’re all smiles about your relationship situation. It’s all happy coupledom, or, if you’re single, you’re loving being footloose and fancy-free. The story behind the scenes is somewhat different. There is some soul-searching going on, as you wrestle with a big decision. You get a glimmer of how wonderful things can be on the 5th. But you may have to wait until the 29th before things get on track in the way you wish. Life and laughs A feeling of sociability suffuses your life from now. The fun is zinging! Joining up with different groups has you jumping for joy. Life feels good. But on the 17th, the tempo changes. You’ll be more drawn to hearth and home. Your family needs your…

Your love life There’s a burst of optimism about love on the 2nd. You’re entering a new romantic chapter. An existing partnership could step up to another level, or you may meet someone new who becomes important to you. You may need to delve deep to uncover certain matters about your feelings. But if you’re willing to do that, this month looks big for love! Expect things to get super-sexy after the 24th. There may be spirited discussions – there’ll be passion, too! Life and laughs A friend charms you with a surprise on the 1st. Over the last few months, you’ve been socially out there, meeting up with kindred mapcap types. Longstanding friendships may have felt a little tricky. On the 17th, there’s a personal epiphany about your needs.…

Your love life You feel like hiding away from the world. If you’re in a relationship you’ll love cosying up, watching films, sipping hot chocolate. But if you’re single, do make the effort to get out on the 9th, as a gorgeous opportunity will make your heart flutter. From the 20th, kick off your slippers and get out socialising! You could well be ready for love and – despite some frustrations – it could be coming around a lot sooner than you think. Gird your loins and get out there! Life and laughs Although you’re in a mischievous mood, your heart is with kith and kin. The 2nd heralds fresh starts on the homefront. If you’ve been thinking about building an extension or moving house, do it. That said, you…

Your love life You’re looking wonderful and attracting lovers – especially old flames. Ironically, you’re not feeling that confident. Relationships seem up in the air and you’re finding it hard to second-guess another person’s motivations. The truth is, you may have to go back over old ground, but it’ll be worth it in the end. One hot and heavy situation reaches a culmination on the 17th. It’s time to make a decision about how you really feel about a certain relationship. Life and laughs You’re known as being ambitious – not just about work and career, but about life in general. From the 2nd, a bit of reinvention revs you up, helping you stay on top of your game. All eyes are on you, and you’re happy to be centre…

Money and canny spending can help you build the life of your dreams. Cash flows abundantly for the first six months and success is within reach! SPRING If you’ve been longing for some positivity on the home front, expect jaw-dropping good news in February – this is linked to prosperity. March sees you making valuable new steps to ensure your money is handled right. By April, using your ingenuity and forward-thinking, you’ll pull a blinder that will help yourself and many others. After that, you’re thinking about what truly matters. From 30th April, you are turning the page to a new chapter when you can create your ideal home and family life. SUMMER You may be playing your cards close to your chest in early summer, but inwardly you’re thrilled.…

In the old days, when people were looking for water sources, they’d engage the services of a water diviner or dowser. This person would use a forked twig – and their own innate psychic ability – to locate underground springs. Perhaps surprisingly, in modern times, dowsing has been used by commercial industries to find archeological sites, tunnels, oil and minerals like aluminum. No-one is 100 per cent sure how dowsing works. Some practitioners believe that the spirit world guides the rods or pendulums, others argue that your subconscious is the controlling force. The fact is, though, that it works! And it can work for you, too. You can use this ancient technique to find answers to all-important life questions. In fact, dowsing can be used to guide any area of…

Standing in the wooden pulpit dressed in my long black cassock, I smiled down at the congregation before me, but my heart was heavy. I had just finished preaching a sermon about forgiveness. I was hoping that when the time came, my flock would find it in their hearts to forgive me. After I’d seen out the congregation, I retreated to my study in the vicarage which had been home to me, my wife and our three young children for three years. I picked up the phone. I had a call to make that I just couldn’t put off any longer. You see, I’d lost my faith. I was the vicar of a Protestant church in an old mill town on the outskirts of Manchester. When I’d first been ordained…

Many of us are aware of our psychic gifts and use them daily, while other people’s skills may have been dormant since their childhood. But sometimes psychic gifts come in pairs. Your two gifts may be astrology and reading the tarot, or you may be a natural healer and medium. Whatever the combination, if you have two gifts, then you’re bi-psychic. Occasionally, people have a range of spiritual skills, making them a psychic genius! But whatever your level, your gifts will unfold and develop naturally the more you use them. Take our quiz to find out whether you’re bi-psychic or even a psychic genius. The answers will reveal what psychic powers come naturally to you and whether or not you have more than one gift. TAKE THE PSYCHIC TEST Answer yes…