Divination: Codes Of Practise

The Ethics of Divination:

Professionals have their regulatory bodies and codes of practise, but individuals involved in mystical work are often self taught. This can leave them feeling they are in something of a grey zone when it comes to dealing with the public appropriately. From the point of view of the client, it makes it difficult to know who to choose for a reading.

Ethical principles should guide all practitioners of the divinatory arts, whatever their field. Dealing with difficult questions, the possibility of tragic events, what to do when people have depression or issues they cannot handle alone, and especially, avoiding dependency and the pressure it places on the practitioner. I will discuss here how readers and their clients can avoid these issues.

Initially, I would say, be clear about motives. I think the best position is to have a set of strong values with regard to your work that harmonise with your spiritual perspective. Ask yourself, What is my motivation in doing this kind of work? The answer for me, is to empower others to choose for themselves how to deal more effectively with problems in their lives by giving them information. Encouraging clients to become dependent on more and more readings is not ethical. Client dependency usually occurs when people have a simplistic view of divination. They believe that a reading reveals fate, a future written in tablets of stone that cannot be avoided. They see themselves in the role of puppets on a stage where larger forces are pulling the strings. If they get the wrong answer to their queries then real stress can result and clients can pressure readers to tell them what they want to hear by asking the same question again and again, until they get the right answer. It's easy to forget how much the client invests in what a reader says and how careful readers need to be when faced with someone overwhelmed by life problems. The Tarot cards show potentials, trends and possibilities for a person at any one time. At no stage does that person lose their free will. Readers should explain to the client that tarot works on the current energies, theirs and the energy that is around them and that outcomes are only possibilities, so if the client does something different, that will change the energy and any possible outcome. A good reading should show ways of making desirable changes. If you are a client looking for a reader who can give you real insight into your possibilities then you should be looking for someone who has the insight to explain things in this way. At no time should you feel you have lost control of your choices. The purpose of divination is to seek guidance not intimidation. Both seers and clients need to adopt an exploratory frame of mind in a reading rather than a predictive one and clients should ask questions when they book a reading such as, How do you work? Is there only one answer to a problem or am I free to explore the possibilities open to me?

From the imagination of Pamela

My mission is to provide guidance and support for spiritual growth and transformation. However, it's important to note that my information is not intended to replace professional medical care. If you are taking medication or are experiencing any health issues, I strongly encourage you to continue to follow the advice of your doctor or healthcare provider. In addition to my information, taking care of your physical and mental health is crucial to achieving overall well-being.