The Skeptic Metaphysicians: Metaphysics, Spiritual Awakenings, Expanded Consciousness

Tarot cards have been representative of the metaphysical for a very long time. These mysterious cards have been the focus of most psychic readings that I've ever been involved with. On this episode, we take a look at just what the Tarot is, how it works and even answer some questions from the audience, thanks to the talents of Daniel Maday!Questions tackled: Are the cards really a connection with spirits or are they just random?Will I get a promotion at work?Should Jamin from Fairfax continue with her current contract or look some something else?Will Leslie's husband be more faithful in the future?Will Karen be moving back home an time soon?Will Chris' family have to deal with health problems?Should Jamin buy a house this year or wait till next year?Apologies to Nina, who's question was to general in nature to be included. Promise to have you on to answer your question specifically on a later show.Daniel Maday is a part time tarot reader out of Chicago. In his day jobs, he teaches organizational psychology, specializing in training and development, strategy, and personnel psychology. He also delivers pizza part time on his moped, runs the business side of The Ozymandias Project LLC. His tarot practice comes from a place of discovery, having started back in 2019 after learning how to do readings from a friend. While he mostly lives in the world of science and business, he uses tarot as a tool for personal exploration with others and approaches readings as a fun exercise that allows for us to reflect and connect in a dynamically different way than we often do in our day to day lives. Readings can be entertaining and comedic in nature, as well as deep and emotional, and often end up being a combination of the two.He does offer tarot readings by request, and anyone interested can reach out to him via social media or email him. All of his information can be found below.Pricing is flexible and usually operates on a sliding scale. Virtual readings are customizable and encompass both the drawing and analysis, and I can offer more broad guidance and conversation expanding from the reading.He also produces a podcast called The Ozymandias Project where they speak with thought leaders from academia and the entertainment industry and facilitate thoughtful discussions focused on exploring the ancient world through the lens of contemporary storytelling and examine the practical applicability of a degree in ancient studies in modern society. Want to learn more about Tarot cards? Check out this book:Tarot for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide to Tarot Reading and Tarot Spreads Using Tarot CardsLooking for an introductory book on all things metaphysical? Check this one out:Metaphysics: An IntroductionGuest Info:Email: [email protected] Facebook: @InThisTarotIWillInstagram: @inthistarotiwill The Ozymandias Project: theozymandiasproject.com Skeptic Metaphysician Info:skepticmetaphysician.comFacebook: @TheSkepticMetaphysicianIG: SkepticMetaphysician_Podcast

In my eternal search for something to prove that the metaphysical exists, I spent some time in a coven as a young man. That topic is probably best listened to on another episode, but in my search for great guests, I stumbled on someone that epitomizes what I’ve always considered to be....witchcraft.She holds certifications in Tarot reading, crystal healing, hypnotherapy, spiritual studies, and life coaching.....And best of all...though she does consider herself a witch and a psychic empath...she uses her talents as a paranormal investigator!She specializes in Witchcraft, Paranormal Investigations, Animal Guides, Shadow Animals, Animals in Magick, Herbal Wellness.Her life is almost as if it were a real-life paranormal investigation movie!Here to talk to us about how witchcraft works, I’m over the moon excited to introduce Cherise Williams to the show!Looking for an introductory book on all things metaphysical? Check this one out:Metaphysics: An IntroductionResources:The Goddess Life: Inspiration & activities to align your mind, body & spiritThe Feminine Macabre: A Woman's Journal of All Things Strange and UnusualGuest Info:Website: cherisewilliams.comFacebook: @CheriseWilliams.xoIG: @cherisewilliams.xoYouTube: Cherise WilliamsSkeptic Metaphysician Info:Facebook: @TheSkepticMetaphysicianIG: SkepticMetaphysician_PodcastVisit our website:https://www.skepticmetaphysician.comListen in to our show on your favorite radio station:K-Paranormal Radio (KPNL)AmericaOne RadioPulse Talk RadioFresh Radio (SWFresh)

if you’re tuning into this episode before you listen to the previous one, I could not suggest highly enough that you put this one on pause, and you hit play on the Sleep Paralysis episode, because this one is just a continuation of that conversation with my last guest....Bess. And you may find it helpful to hear the full conversation that leads up to this one. But Will, you might be saying, I don’t have the patience to listen to the buildup...I want to hear about the astral travel that Bess managed to do! And I would say....fair enough....but at some point you may find that you’ll want to go back and listen to that other one to fill in the gaps of this on. This one IS all about astral projection...but there's so much more to it than just that! And we don’t just lead up to her travels on the last episode...we dive into the Monroe Institute, The CIA’s Gateway Project and SO MUCH MORE! Now if you are a regular listener and have already listened to the previous one, you’ll remember that Bess first experienced sleep paralysis, then went on to talk about the great buzzing event, where massive vibrations rocked her repeatedly, along with providing an overall feeling of euphoria.....Gosh there’s so much more to it than just that, but in the interest of time.....let’s just say that when we left off, I had just asked Bess if she could confirm that she had indeed traveled out of her body.....her simple response....... YES. Let’s pick up the conversation from right there......Looking for an introductory book on all things metaphysical? Check this one out:Metaphysics: An IntroductionResources:What IS Sleep Paralysis:sleepfoundation.org/parasomnias/sleep-paralysisThe Monroe Institute:www.monroeinstitute.orgThe Journey of Robert Monroe: From Out-of-Body Explorer to Consciousness PioneerJourneys Out of the Body: The Classic Work on Out-of-Body Experience (Journeys Trilogy)What Dreams May Come Filmhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120889What Dreams May Come Bookhttps://amzn.to/3jd7sqfSkeptic Metaphysician Info:SkepticMetaphysician.comFacebook: @TheSkepticMetaphysicianIG: SkepticMetaphysician_Podcast

Today’s show is a different type of show. I don’t have a spectacular guest to interview, I don’t have an experience to share....but that doesn’t mean that the show won’t be a fascinating. Just the opposite...in my humble opinion. This show is about meditation. But not just any meditation...its about a special meditation that was sent to me by my good friend Alexandra Prudente. Long time listeners will remember her for waaay back as my very first interview when I was first starting out.I’ve known Alexandra for more years than either of us care to admit, but never knew about this special meditation that she was a part of creating until very recently when she shared it with me....and gave me permission to share it with all of you. And we are all the luckier for it. She’s the owner of Wings Metaphysical Bookstore in St Pete Beach, Florida, and has her hands way deep in the world that we explore weekly on this show, so I’m unbelievably lucky to be able to share this special episode with you. I think you’ll get a lot out of it if you pay close attention.Now...why is this meditation so special? Well.....we can start with the name: The 11:11 Decree. Those of you who have an awareness of numerology...or heck even a passing awareness of the symbolism behind the 11:11 series of numbers.....you’ll know that this is a very special number. In numerology, some New Age believers often link 11:11 to chance or coincidence. To them, its an example of synchronicity. And for some when they see 11:11 on a clock, they often see it as an auspicious sign or a sign that a spirit is present.Beyond the significance of the title of the piece....Alexandra leads us through a powerful exercise in spiritual protection....clearing of negative energies.....the opening of opportunities....the evolution of the universe in its entirety and so much more!I won’t deny that some of the things she says...some of the entities that she calls on.....parts of the script as a whole..... are way beyond my understanding,. But the parts that are accessible to my humble, neophyte brain....touch me deeply every time I listen to it. So I invite you to put on some headphones.....sit back in a comfortable chair...turn off all other distractions....close your eyes...and listen exclusively to what I’m about to play. This is not the time for multi-tasking. The meditation in its entirety is....appropriately enough....11 minutes and 11 seconds long. Allow yourself this time of self-indulgence. Allow yourself the time to really listen, feel and be transported with the music and words you are about to hear. Looking for an introductory book on all things metaphysical? Check this one out:Metaphysics: An Introduction For more information about Alexandra and her bookstore, WINGS, visit her website (https://www.wingsbookstore.com) or connect with them on Facebook! (https://www.facebook.com/WingsBookstore)Want to leave a review? Here's an easy link to the Apple Podcast platform, where you can do just that.Want to get in touch? Have a great idea for a guest you'd like to hear on the show? Send me a voice message through SpeakPipe (https://www.speakpipe.com/SkepticalMetaphysician) and I may answer your question on a future episode!Looking to connect with me on social media?Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SkepticMetaphysician)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/skepticmetaphysician_podcast)Thanks for listening!