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What if a tarot reading wasn't just about predicting what happens next—but about helping you understand yourself, break unhealthy patterns, and move forward? In this episode of The Woo Factor, I sit down with Arael of Moonflower Muse, an oracle advisor, tarot reader, and psychic/spiritual coach who combines divination with her own lived experience and independent study of psychology and mental health. Arael and I talk about the difference between simply telling someone what they want to hear and offering guidance that may actually help them grow. We explore tarot and oracle cards, astrology, numerology, pendulums, charm casting, intuition, relationships, self-worth, boundaries, mental health, neurodivergence, and learning to recognize the patterns that can keep us stuck. Arael also shares how her own experiences led her to develop greater self-love and respect, why she believes labels can sometimes provide useful context without defining a person, and why she wants her readings to help people move toward their highest selves rather than remain focused on an ex, a painful situation, or an answer they hope to hear. We also discuss the importance of lived experience, compassion, healthy boundaries, trusting yourself, and finding practitioners whose approach genuinely resonates with you. ABOUT ARAEL Arael is the creator of Moonflower Muse. She describes herself as an oracle advisor and consultant offering psychic and spiritual coaching, while also using the straightforward title of tarot reader. Her divination work includes tarot and oracle cards, astrology, numerology, pendulums, and charm casting. Find Arael: Facebook: Moonflower Muse Instagram: Moonflower Muse Oracle Linktree: Moonflower Muse [00:00] Welcome & Meet Arael of Moonflower Muse [01:00] Combining Divination With Lived Experience [02:25] Tarot, Oracle Cards & Other Forms of Divination [04:33] Giving Guidance Instead of Telling People What They Want to Hear [06:02] Relationships, Exes & Breaking Unhealthy Patterns [15:30] Self-Love, Boundaries & Narcissistic Relationships [16:10] Mental Health, Labels & Self-Understanding [21:00] Neurodivergence & Arael's Experience With Autism [23:38] How Arael Approaches Her Readings [24:48] Moonflower Muse Services [26:04] Arael's Intuitive Abilities & Story [28:47] How to Connect [29:50] Closing Thoughts The Woo Factor: Grounded conversations for cosmic thinkers. Less woo, more wow. #TheWooFactor #SuzyWoo #MoonflowerMuse #Tarot #Divination #Spirituality #OracleCards #Intuition #SelfLove #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealth

What does six decades of studying astrology teach you about life—and yourself? I’m joined by professional astrologer, psychic reader, past-life regressionist, and artist Carol Ruth for a spirited conversation about birth charts, intuition, past lives, and seeing the colors of an aura. Carol shares how a personal relationship sparked her interest in astrology, what it took to pass an eight-hour accreditation exam, and why she still values the experience of calculating charts by hand. We explore how she combines natal charts, transits, and progressions in her readings, along with her experiences studying past-life regression and creating aura drawings. We also talk about trusting your impressions, familiar connections with unfamiliar people, and continuing to grow. Carol earned her college degrees after 60—and at 82, she’s still creating, learning, and sharing her work. In this episode: • Astrology before computer-generated charts • Natal charts, transits, and progressions • Psychometry and paying attention to intuitive impressions • Past-life regression and Carol’s personal experiences • Aura drawings, art, and color • Going back to school after 60 • Confidence, purpose, and professionalism Find Carol on social media under Astro Carol Ruth, and look for S&C Stars and Crystals. This interview was recorded before the August 2026 Metaphysical, Holistical & Mystical Expo. Event references reflect the time of recording. Listen to The Woo Factor on Spotify. About your host: I’m Suzy Woo, a metaphysician, spiritual teacher, astrologer, psychic medium, and sound healer. My work helps people reconnect with their clarity, confidence, and inner balance. Explore my work: https://suzy-woo.com The Woo Factor: Grounded conversations for cosmic thinkers. Less woo, more wow. #TheWooFactor #SuzyWoo #CarolRuth #Astrology #PastLives #AuraReadings

What really happens when we use a Ouija board? Are paranormal investigation tools reliable—and how can mediums protect themselves from becoming overwhelmed in highly active locations? In this episode of The Woo Factor, Suzy Woo welcomes paranormal investigator, author, spiritualist and historian Tim Shaw for a lively conversation about the supernatural, spiritual communication and the history behind paranormal investigation. Tim shares his deeply personal connection to Gettysburg and the Civil War, including the extraordinary story of his great-great-grandfather’s bullet-struck belt buckle. He also explains the history of Ouija boards, why they became feared, and how intention influences any form of spiritual communication. The conversation explores: • Tim’s ancestral and spiritual connection to Gettysburg • Civil War history, psychometry and past-life connections • The true history of Ouija boards • Spiritualism, séances and spirit-rescue circles • Paranormal investigations and communication devices • Spirit boxes, EVP recorders, REM-Pods and phone apps • Tim’s remarkable corneal-transplant communication • How mediums can focus in highly active locations • The Haunted Hinsdale House and Wildwood Sanitarium • Preserving historic locations and forgotten cemeteries Tim also offers practical advice for anyone interested in paranormal investigation: begin slowly, work with reputable people, respect historic properties and cemeteries, and don’t assume expensive equipment will produce better results. CONNECT WITH TIM SHAW Website: https://www.timothytshaw.com CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome and introduction 02:14 Tim’s connection to Gettysburg 13:16 The truth about Ouija boards 28:45 Haunted objects and the Hinsdale House 33:30 How paranormal investigations work 39:50 Spirit boxes and paranormal equipment 40:57 Tim’s corneal-transplant experience 52:27 Are paranormal phone apps reliable? 55:58 Mediumship inside haunted locations 57:12 Wildwood Sanitarium 01:01:23 Psychic walkthroughs and Portals to Hell 01:04:44 The Haunted Hinsdale House 01:10:22 Tim’s upcoming events and projects 01:13:37 Where to find Tim 01:14:00 Closing conversation The Woo Factor features grounded conversations for cosmic thinkers, exploring the people, experiences and subtle forces that shape who we become. Please like this episode, subscribe to the channel and share it with someone who enjoys paranormal history, spiritual exploration and conversations that go far beyond the ordinary. #TheWooFactor #TimShaw #ParanormalInvestigation #OuijaBoard #Gettysburg #Mediumship #HauntedHistory #Spiritualism