Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Halloween Reading Special: 3 Days Only!




It's time for a client appreciation special!

Celebrating Halloween, Samhain, All Saints' Day, All Souls' Day, and Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos).

Book yourself a sliding scale reading when you make your 30 or 60-minute appointment by Friday, November 1st.

Just three days only. Email erin@erinreese.com soon.
(Booking may be for a later date.)

Tell your friends and family!
With love,
Erin

 Erin Reese is an author, spiritual guide, teacher, and modern psychic reader based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She works with clients all over the world. For readings and spiritual counseling by Skype, phone or email, contact her directly. She can be reached at erin@erinreese.com. 

Thursday, October 24, 2019

New Moon in Scorpio: The Hidden Gift of Resentment



On the horizon, this Sunday we have a New Moon in the fixed water sign of Scorpio, also appearing as the Serpent-Eagle or Phoenix emerging from the ashes. The Scorpion is a potent symbol of magic, transformation and metamorphosis, asking us to dig deep where we would often rather not go. We are reminded that power is often hidden as we experience the darker, shadowy emotions and states of being.


A pop astrology reference to intensity of Scorpio you will often hear is: “Scorpio holds grudges.” “To the day they die!” some folks insist. Now, is this true? Check it out, if you have a Scorpio Moon, Rising, or Sun – or if you have close friends or family in this camp. Certainly, it depends on the amount of work one has asked of themselves, for we know that built-up resentment in the body can lead to health crises, and an encrustation of deep-seated unhappiness.


We’ve all heard how important it is to “let go” of resentment, or to focus on forgiveness. The latter is a pet topic of mine. Forgiving others too quickly can simply be a “spiritual bypass,” in which we try to gloss over the pain to get to a happy ending. The result? The roots of the system are still rotten, and the disease agents continue to wreak havoc on our souls, our psyches.


Resentment feels different than the flash of rage, the rush of blood to the head or the hot immediacy of anger (another important indicator-emotion). Resentment seeps into the bones; some of us ruminate and savor our resentment – like a familiar old frenemy. But what about the gift of resentment?

I have learned to take IMMEDIATE notice when I become aware that I have a resentment toward someone, something, some situation. It doesn’t last too long, because the gift of emotion is a fast-acting one, sort of like ipecac, the substance formerly used to induce immediate vomiting to expel a poison. (The German word for poison is, literally, Gift.) The moment I am clear that I have a resentment, I know it’s time to set pen to paper, to work it through with a trusted advisor, or appeal to Self, to quickly understand where I – not the other – need to make a change.


Did you catch that? It is my own self, not the other – that person that seems to be disrupting our serenity – that needs to make a change.


We come out of victim mode, the “poor me,” the blame game. This may require us to stand up to another, even experience a very uncomfortable conversation, even (for shame!) raise our voice a tiny decibel. Of course, we can try to do it graciously, yet sometimes it gets sloppy. The important thing is this: a resentment is a sign that we need to take immediate steps to change something about our situation.


Let me repeat that:

A resentment is a sign that we need to take immediate steps to change our situation.


We may need to say no, to opt out, to quit something. We may need to request something from another, to ask for help, to speak up. We may need to stop provoking, or stop engaging with the person, or situation, that continues to get our goat.


We may need to cease having expectations about another person’s behavior, and that means letting go of hope that they are going to change. The short terminology for this, of course, is to stop shopping for bread at the hardware store.


Does this mean that we skulk away, and feel bereft, failed, empty, let down once again? No, for we learn to meet those needs in another fashion, perhaps by giving to ourselves what we are wishing for from another. We may start requesting things from another person or situation that is able to give us what we long for. And, it means that we may need to experience a spell of grieving when we are fully honest of the loss, that of another person not being who we hoped they would be. 


Resentment made conscious is so strong, so uncomfortable, that you can’t miss its cue. And it has a close cousin, called bitterness, who also bears gifts.



Bitterness: Resentment’s Tougher Cousin

Bitterness shows up like resentment but slightly colder; we now are on the verge of shutting down, closing the heart. It’s a big clue that we’ve got to go after something, to take a risk, to allow ourselves to be opened again by life. It’s a major toxin, but it doesn’t have to be – let it be a homeopathic to invoke healing. We hear of bitterness often when we hear of people shunted by love, let down by relationships, whether romantic or familial. If you notice that you’re bitter about the prospect of dating, or opening your heart in love, you may need to put yourself out there and allow yourself to go through the initiatory fires all over again – to be opened up again.


Bitterness can be used sparingly. It is a sign that something is OFF, out of kilter, incorrect or incongruent in your life. Use it, not as a resolve to stay stuck in the muck, but rather as a motivator to change your state, and do it as soon as possible. You might be scared, terrified even, but you will most certainly be brought back to life, resurrected like the phoenix, our Scorpio serpent-eagle rising from the ashes once again.





Need Spiritual Support? How to Work with Erin

As most of you know, I am a spiritual counselor, intuitive consultant, and teacher. I currently have space in my practice for two or three new clients. I am open to ongoing work with individuals, or couples, and I work via Zoom or Skype or phone with folks all over the world in several time zones. The rates are affordable when you purchase a 4-pack series of 4 hours at just $450 for 4 sessions. {This will be increasing soon so it’s a good time to get started – you can purchase as many packages as you like.} 


Frequency: I like to work with folks on average every two weeks, sometimes less, sometimes more; clearly, regular sessions seem to have the most benefit. We will usually spend ample time in a spiritual/psychological counseling capacity; I utilize the tool of tarot and intuitive readings as needed. It’s always helpful for me to know when you would like a reading, so let me know and we’ll work that into the session!

If you have any questions about my work, please email me here. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to support and guide my clients, and hope that this work benefits you, strengthens you, reassures and aids you in your blossoming and unfolding. With love, Erin


Erin Reese, M.S. is an author, spiritual guide, teacher, and modern psychic reader based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She works with clients all over the world. For readings and spiritual counseling by Skype, phone or email, contact her directly. She can be reached at erin@erinreese.com.

Thursday, October 17, 2019

New Video Post: Energy Clearing Tools and Techniques


Hello everyone,

My recent video blog post on "Boundaries, Energy Processing, and Relationships" seems to have been very helpful for folks. I'm so glad! If you haven't watched it, check it out here on YouTube.

Now, I'm following up with TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES TO CLEAR YOUR ENERGY FIELD.

Do you need to know how to clear another person's energy, thoughts, emotions from your energy field?

In this 9-minute video, Erin discusses several effective, easy, do-it-yourself tools to cleanse your body-mind-spirit of unwanted energies, including draining or depleting collective consciousness.

You may not have heard of some of these! They will definitely spark your own fires and creativity. 

Check out my new video VLOG post:
Erin Reese Talks on Energy Cleansing and Clearing Techniques


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tW7n-CAFIHI&feature=youtu.be

With love,
Erin

P.S. Have you heard about my upcoming workshop in Oakland?



Intuition Mastery and Tarot Arts with Erin Reese

Saturday November 2nd

9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Image: Josephine Wall, Queen of the Night Owl
In this uplifting and empowering half-day course in Oakland, Erin will guide participants in learning and honing the skills necessary to use the body-mind-spirit as an instrument for clear and accurate intuitive reading. 
These skills will be helpful to you in your professional and work life, your personal world of relationships, supporting those you love, and even financial affairs.
Click here for more information or to register (early bird pricing before October 25th):


Erin Reese, M.S. is a transpersonal spiritual teacher, author, and modern psychic based in the SF Bay Area. Erin is deeply rooted in the Divine Feminine and a channel of Kundalini energy. She spent many years studying yoga and non-dual philosophies in India, receiving transmission from sacred sites and spiritual masters. Erin works with clients all over the world.


Monday, October 14, 2019

Intuition Mastery and Tarot Arts Course * NOVEMBER 2nd 👸


Exciting announcement!
Intuition Mastery and Tarot Arts Course
with Erin Reese
Saturday November 2nd
9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Image: Josephine Wall, Queen of the Night Owl
In this uplifting and empowering half-day course in Oakland, Erin will guide participants in learning and honing the skills necessary to use the body-mind-spirit as an instrument for clear and accurate intuitive reading. These skills will be helpful to you in your professional and work life, your personal world of relationships, and even in financial affairs.

This course is envisioned as a launching point for individuals to explore if they would like to have an ongoing mentorship with Erin as a spiritual guide and intuitive teacher. Participants will be invited to continue in a group or individual format as is called for.

Part of the course will include Erin reading for volunteer participants, in addition to students practicing reading for each other, stimulating practical Q&A to refine skills. 



INTUITION MASTERY AND TAROT ARTS CLASS with Erin Reese
Cost: $95. Early Birds (before October 25th) pay just $65!
REGISTER HERE:

Select One

Location: Walker Avenue, Oakland, CA (Piedmont)
Date: Saturday, November 2
Timing: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.**Bring a lunch!
Requirements:
  • Traditional Tarot of 78-cards – either the Universal Waite or the Rider Waite deck. This will be your “working” deck moving forward. 
  • Notebook and pen.
  • An open mind.
  • Optional reference: Learning the Tarot by Joan Bunning (many used copies available on Amazon – I recommend the print version so you can make notes in the hardcopy, vs. a Kindle version)




Topics may include, but are not limited to, the following:
I. Divination and use of the traditional Tarot in wildly accurate ways to make clear decisions and get the truth on relationships. While some familiarity with the Tarot is helpful, you will pick up on what you need to regardless of your experience. I am going to share with you some of the most important tips for building confidence in reading for yourself and others, as well as care of the cards, building a solid relationship with your deck-helpers, and some of the most powerful reading formats I use regularly.
II. Preparation of the body-mind for channeling and receiving accurate information.
III. Cultivation of relationship with guides, helpers, ally spirits and higher self.
IV. Preparation of an incubation altar to receive specific guidance, protection, empowerment.
V. Introduction to channeling including non-involvement of the personal self in order to receive clear, unbiased information.
VI. Facing, owning, and integrating one's shadow for personal power, stability, attunement.
VII. Other topics on intuition and channeling upon advance request and as arise day-of course.

REGISTER HERE:

Select One

I am excited to bring this class to our greater community. I hope you will join us!

Please email me directly with any questions; I'm happy to explore whether this is the right time for you to participate.
With love and service,
Erin


Erin Reese, M.S. is a transpersonal spiritual teacher, author, and modern psychic based in the SF Bay Area. Erin is deeply rooted in the Divine Feminine and a channel of Kundalini energy. She spent many years studying yoga and non-dual philosophies in India, receiving transmission from sacred sites and spiritual masters. Erin works with clients all over the world.