Indholdsfortegnelse for April 2019 i Chat It's Fate

Easter Sunday falls on 21 April this year, and if you’re planning a chocolate egg binge, then why not? A bit of what you fancy does you good! But if you’re trying to stick to a healthy eating plan, then how about working a little Easter magic instead? We’ve got the ideal feature for you on p20. The other big event happening right now is the astrological start to the year. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, and it’s Ariens’ turn in the spotlight right now. As usual, Lucy Lam’s horoscopes on p37 are full of fantastic insights, whatever your star sign – but if you want a little extra help from the heavens, then check out our article on your cosmic colour on p58. You may find…

The idea that the dead can return to kill the living is one that’s frequently found in fiction. From Freddie in Nightmare On Elm Street and Jason in Friday the 13th to the recent Netflix TV series The Haunting of Hill House, which featured a mansion filled with murderous spirits, it’s central to the plot of countless horror films and TV shows. But does it actually happen to people in real life? Can the spirits of the evil dead return to Earth to annihilate the living? Read on then decide for yourself… Awful entity The Bell Witch was an infamous entity that tormented a farming family in Tennessee, USA, in the early 19th century. What’s interesting about this case is that it’s well-documented, and there were many eye witnesses. One…

A TRIP TO HOGWARTS Dear Roi I dreamt I was wandering about in a fascinating, old mansion-like place, exploring happily in the dark with nothing but a candle to see. I was constantly discovering weird new rooms and corners. I felt like Harry Potter sneaking about in Hogwarts school after dark! I was gutted when I woke up! Melanie Metcalf, 49, Dorset Dear Melanie You’ve been on a voyage of self-discovery and the dream reflects your hopes for personal growth and success in the future. Although it’s not yet clear in which way you’re destined to grow and prosper yet, deep down you know there’s plenty to feel excited and positive about. How fantastic for you! Culture corner Jimi Hendrix claimed that his song Purple Haze was inspired by a…

NEW BEGINNINGS Aries is the first sign in the zodiac, and the Full Moon in Aries on the 5th signals the true astrological beginning of the new year. It’s a chance for us all to start again! This month, the New and Full Moons resynchronise, meaning we have a Full Moon in Libra for the second consecutive month on the 19th. This is an opportunity to readdress matters that came under the spotlight last month. The heavens are rebalancing – and so should you! It’s time to take stock and have a think about changes that need to be made in your life before you can move forward. The opportunities you’ve enjoyed recently may appear to pause, as Jupiter stops then goes retrograde from the 10th, but this will be…

A cluttered home leads to a cluttered mind. Not only is this stress-inducing but it prevents you from receiving transcendental messages from the other side. Decluttering is so much more than just tidying. It is the practice of choosing what stays and what goes, which enables you to make active decisions about what belongs in your life right now. In this, we are given the opportunity to release not only material clutter, but emotional issues too. Tackling clutter in all areas of your life can be transformative, but it’s important you go about it the ‘right’ way to leave you feeling empowered rather than overwhelmed. Decluttering expert and author of Declutter, Deborah Robertson, suggests going for it in short bursts. You too can discover a life in which you can…

Perfect dolloped on chips, tomato ketchup has magical powers too! Associated with love and protection, it’s governed by Venus. Squirt the shape of a heart on your plate when you want to attract new love, or to give finances a boost, smear over bread while picturing a healthy bank balance. Make it! To spice things up romantically, take 3 tbsps of mayonnaise, add 1 tbsp of tomato ketchup, a pinch of black pepper and sea salt, and half a tsp of chilli powder. Stir thoroughly and visualise your current relationship blossoming. Serve as a dip with nachos or fries and share with your partner.…

Saomhaith Ni Daibheid, 50, from Omagh, Northern Ireland I’ve seen spirit since I was a little girl. Sometimes I’d simply be walking down the street and I’d see the spirit angels of passersby hovering beside them. Growing up, I tried to brush these experiences aside. I had no idea that, one day, my psychic ‘gift’ would leave me utterly terrified in my own home… In 2000, I was a single mum to my three young boys, Paul, now 27, Ben, now 24, and Nathan, now 22. One evening, I was passing the time in an MSN internet chatroom, the boys fast asleep upstairs, when a man called Simon messaged me. We hit it off and before long we were chatting on the phone. ‘Maybe I could visit you?’ suggested Simon…

SOUL MESSAGE Dear Barrie I’d love a reading about my beautiful daughter Emily, whose foot and hand prints I’ve attached. Rosie Pickering, Pontypool Dear Rosie I sense your loss, which has been with you for some time now. I want to reassure you that your daughter still continues to live on and is still growing in the spirit world. I’m being shown that Emily is with a lady in the spirit world. I want to bring this lady forward as she represents a mother link for you. She comes close and tells me that she’d like to be remembered for bringing up her family when times were extremely hard. I know the names of Albert and Alfred connect in the spirit world and that there is a historic family link…

Cara's blog We’re barely into 2019 and I’m already rushing around! I’ve just agreed to recommence a radio show which airs across the USA - something I got too busy for a couple of years ago and very reluctantly had to let go. Radio is something I really enjoy. It’s such a buzz! I never know who is going to come on air and what direction my messages will take - challenging to say the least. I am so lucky, I love my job and it thrills me to speak with people from all over the world. I’m almost ready to launch my book and excited to receive your comments. Watch this space… Treatment of the month: IV Solutions A few years ago, IV (intravenous) drips were all the rage…

Canny crystal Dear Katie I’d like more stability and hours at work, but can’t seem to change things round where I am. Shall I stay in my current role or seek alternative employment? Concettina, 52, Leeds Dear Concettina An onyx stone will protect your energy, help clear your mind, and prevent negative energy from having a profound effect upon you. Sodalite will help you stand up for yourself and follow your instincts. It’ll give your confidence a much-needed boost and ensure that you ultimately quieten your fears so you can hear and be guided by your inner voice. HAVE YOUR COLOURS INTERPRETED Dear Katie Can you tell me whether it is best to remain open and let people in to my life, or stay guarded? My favourite colours are orange,…

Pulling on her red coat, Paula Welden turned to smile at her roommate Elizabeth Johnson. The two girls were students at Bennington College, in Vermont, USA. ‘I’m going to hike on the Long Trail,’ Paula, 18, told Elizabeth. It was 2.45pm on 1 December 1946. That was the last time Elizabeth ever saw her friend. The Long Trail is a famous hiking path that runs the length of Vermont state. It’s thought that Paula hitched a lift down Route 67A, where she was dropped off near the Long Trail. Elizabeth Johnson raised the alarm the next morning when Paula failed to show up for her classes. Dead end Unfortunately, at this time, the state of Vermont did not have its own police force, and the search for Paula was disorganised…

Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through The Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll are probably the most famous examples of ‘it was all a dream’ surreal madness in popular culture. So when one of the characters from Alice enters our own dream worlds, there’s something very symbolic going on… ALICE herself represents distraction from reality, a thirst for adventure, and curiosity, especially about the mysterious aspects of life. THE CHESHIRE CAT grinning its way through your dream means deceit, mistrust, mockery or mischief. Carefully does it! DORMOUSE from the tea party symbolises exhaustion with things, tiredness with life, or not getting enough sleep and rest in general. THE JABBERWOCK looming into your dreams can represent ugly, horrendous, troublesome elements around you. Something – or someone - is making you afraid. THE…

Widely regarded as the most cursed film of all time, 1976 movie The Omen was plagued by disasters. Star Gregory Peck’s son committed suicide shortly before filming began. A plane that had been booked to film aerial shots crashed, killing everyone on board, and a zookeeper who worked as an animal handler on the film was killed by a lion. Spookiest of all, just a few months after filming ended, special effects artist John Richardson, who worked on the film’s infamous decapitation scene, was involved in a car crash in the Netherlands which decapitated his assistant.…

It ’s easy to imagine the long-dead Pagets living it up in their old home THE VENUE: Sinai Park House, Burton upon Trent THE HAUNTING: Sinai Park house is a Grade 2* Listed building, dating back to 1334. Once a grand manor house, it consists of three partially-ruined, interconnected timber structures, surrounded by a moat. In its time it’s been a retreat for the monks of Burton Abbey, who would stay for ‘blood-letting,’ the practice of using leeches to suck the blood from the celibate holy men to purge them of their ungodly desires! After the Dissolution of the Monasteries, Henry VIII gave the house to the Paget family, who used it as a hunting lodge where they also hosted many wild parties. When the last of their line died…

Leigh says: Sam is super-affectionate and spends lots of time on our lap. He is young for his age, does play well and is never nasty. He really does turn his back on our Westie when he’s had enough. He is right, as a puppy would really be her playmate, so he could have more of us, and peace too. He does get stressed with loud noises and fireworks, but as soon as it’s over, he is back to his usual happy self. I’ll try not to worry so much! I know he adores us and I’m glad to hear he does not seem worried about a puppy coming to join them. I love my dogs so much and realise that when that ‘day to leave’ comes, at least if…

Celebrity Past life Cate Blanchett’s most recent past life was as a Buddhist monk, a life which prepared her like no others could for a celebrity life in which she’s managed to retain humility, intelligence and a true sense of who she is. Meditation mandalas Do you have trouble ‘switching off’ in order to meditate? Jenny digitally paints channelled meditation mandalas specifically for you. You just stare into the image and take flight into a spiritual connection with your guides. Dealing with disappointment When we’re born, we have a master plan, a goal in this lifetime that we’re equipped to achieve. This can vary from a huge quest that could change the world, to creating a lovely garden. The trouble is that, once we’re born, parents, peers, partners, teachers and…

George Michael George not only had a great voice but was also a wonderful man. Sadly, there were people who wanted to bring him down and never saw him as a genuine person. They were so wrong, because George’s personal life was all about what he could give back to others. He gave generously to charities and individuals, something that was only really identified after his own passing. He is now at peace and can still channel those tunes through to us via his spiritual connections which he developed both on the earth plane while alive and in spirit.…

Dear Cara I usually experience at least three colds a year. I find that I feel awful for a week, and most over-the-counter medication doesn’t do a lot! Is there anything I can do to help prevent colds, or help with the symptoms when I do get them? Alison, 33, Bury Dear Alison One of the best ways we can protect ourselves from colds is by always keeping our hands clean. Did you know that shopping trolley handles carry more germs than a public toilet seat? After shopping and handling money, make it a must to thoroughly wash or sanitise your hands. Use a sanitising wipe to clear germs from iPads, mobile phones, door handle, work surfaces - anywhere that could be a source of germs transferred by touch. •…

Dear Katie The last few years have been filled with uncertainty and despair. I feel there is something I need to be doing, but it’s like I’m at a major crossroads. Can you offer me any direction? Trisha, 53, Glastonbury Dear Trisha The orange in your aura shows that you’ve been feeling extreme levels of stress and imbalance for a long time. There’s also a brown overlay, indicating that you hold onto negativity. However, there’s good news too. The green shows your skills as a healer, teacher and creative. There’s a lot of positive change coming for you this year, so allow yourself to follow your passions to happiness!…

Do you live life to the full - or do you live with everything on the default settings? Most of us tend to go for the easy path, the safe routine. It’s understandable - pushing out of our comfort zone takes effort and might not succeed, and who wants that hassle? However, here’s the thing: it’s the struggle that makes life more exciting. Why not switch off default and start making little changes right now? Getting up 10 minutes earlier to give yourself more time, drinking one less coffee, eating one more piece of fruit, taking the stairs, starting that journal – there’s no limit to the tiny actions that add up to big changes. I’m determined not to spend my life on autopilot - and my guardian angel is…

A CARD FOR EACH ELEMENT Every month, I draw a card for all of the four astrological elements. Think of it as this month’s advice for you from the heavens. FIRE (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius). Show the world the real you. If you’re not happy with someone, you need to own it and then share it. Being accepted for who you are by those who matter is so important. Your soul mate is someone who accepts you for who you are - so expose your true self and feelings. EARTH (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn). A win/win outcome is forecast. So that’s very good news for you! Of course, we don’t know when you’ll get the outcome – but whatever you’re asking the ethers about, know that this situation will eventually go your…

Aries SIGN OF THE MONTH The Arien nature You’re dynamic and adore new experiences. A born leader who can start new projects and inspire others, the great thing about you is that your enthusiasm remains strong through your life, which makes you seem younger than you are. You can rub people up the wrong way at times, but most appreciate the fact you’re upfront and energetic. Your ideal job is a sportsperson, stuntman (or woman), surgeon, soldier, sales rep, or CEO – basically, anything that gives you the adrenalin rush you need to feel truly alive! Your love life Just as in any other aspect of your life, you’re totally driven between the sheets. Your passions run high and the person you’re with is likely to be bowled over! You’re…

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE BLING Dear Ruby I love harnessing the power of crystals in my daily life, and I’d like to keep them on me at all times, but I’m not a big jewellery wearer. Do you have any other suggestions for carrying them? Alice, 32, Exeter Dear Alice One of my favourite ways to ‘wear’ crystals is in my bra! Specifically, my Zuela Quartz bra, which has been cleverly designed to hold crystals of your choice in a discreet and comfortable pocket. Crystals are included with these wonderfully soft and supportive bamboo and lace garments (you can choose from rose quartz, green aventurine, citrine and blue lace agate) and you can also replace them with or add your own crystals. Pair with their ‘positive pants’ or ‘sacral thong’…

BUNNY GIRL Channel a funky Easter vibe with this fab handmade necklace. Move over, Jessica Rabbit! £29 from amazon.com/handmade HUNG UP ON YOU Forget decorating the house for Christmas or Hallowe’en - go all-out for Easter with this cute Easter garland. £4.95 from rexlondon.com BE AN ECO GODDESS The award-winning Laundry Eco Egg in Spring Blossom will get your washing squeaky clean and smelling as fresh as spring itself, with no harsh chemicals, petrochemicals, enzymes, optical brighteners or phosphates. Perfect for sensitive skin, too. £10 for a 210-wash pack from beautynaturals.com HOP IT Make like the Easter bunny with this adorable satchel. Your kids will love it, but it’s too cute to waste on them – get one as a treat for yourself! £60 from Zatchels.com…

We all have favourite colours, but did you know your star sign also has a magical hue? Working with this shade can change your luck and boost positive energy. Read on to discover your mystical colour palette and how to use it to attract good fortune! Aries You’re ruled by the red planet Mars, so it’s no surprise this is your magical hue. The colour of action suits your ambitious personality and helps you stand out from the crowd. Wear bright red lipstick to turn up the charm or go for deeper wine and plum shades to attract love. COLOUR RITUAL Take a red candle and carve a star into the wax to represent good fortune. Light and make a wish for luck. Taurus Pleasure-seeking Taurus adores luxury and prefers…