Titania's Crystal Ball: Now You Can See Your Future [Misc. Supplies]

Titania Hardie (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2007

Crystalomancy, one of the oldest and simplest forms of discovering what the future holds, is now within everyone's grasp. Just disengage from the everyday, gaze into the crystal orb, and focus on the shapes that appear. It will take a little practice, but in time, users will become a "seer" and be able to glimpse their future. Titania, Britain's most famous White Witch, presents her own authentic crystal ball and explains how with the right approach, patience, and concentration, anyone can learn crystalomancy and see their own future and that of others. In the sixty-four-page illustrated guidebook, Titania takes readers by the hand and with easy-to-follow steps based on her own practical experience, gradually introduces them to the ancient art of scrying. With her guidance, users will soon be amazed at their psychic ability.

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About the Author

Titania Hardie's books have sold over a million copies worldwide. Born in Sydney, Australia, Hardie is a third generation White Witch. Her maternal family originates from Cornwall and, through her mother's guidance, she nurtured her own psychic abilities. Her previous books include Hocus Pocus, Bewitched, and Enchanted. In 2002, her own line of magic, bath, and beauty products was launched in the UK.

Product Details

• Misc. Supplies: 64 pages
• Publisher: Connections (April 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1859061397
• ISBN-13: 978-1859061398
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 5.9 x 3.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,053,543 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gaze Into the Crystal Ball, April 2, 2007

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Janet Boyer "Author, Blogger, Radio Host" (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Titania's Crystal Ball: Now You Can See Your Future (Misc. Supplies)

"One of the most evocative images in the whole genre of the mind, body and spirit subjects--and of mysticism itself--is that of the gifted seer contemplating the depths of a crystal ball." - Titania Hardie

Individuals have sought answers from within or from the realm of spirit for thousands of years. One of the most ancient forms of divination, called scrying, employs the use of substances or objects with shiny surfaces, such as molten metal, ink, water, or glass. Whether though a light meditative trance state or via 6th sense function such as clairaudience and clairvoyance, seekers of wisdom consulted such objects from every culture.

Crystallomancy, a form of scrying using crystals or glass, is arguably one of the most easily recognized forms of divination, especially in the form of a crystal ball. Suggesting an infinite realm of possibilities and a cache of treasured insights, the image of crystal balls enchants children and adults alike. Through literature, movies, and television, wizards, witches, and fortunetellers are often shown gazing hopefully into a glistening orb--presumably to discern the future. In fact, crystal ball gazing figures prominently in one of the Harry Potter films!

For those who scry on a regular basis, the experience isn't quite so sensational. However, crystal gazing *can* be a wonderful way to access your subconscious, call on internal wisdom, and enter a mindful state through meditation.

An excellent kit for beginners, Titania's Crystal Ball by Titania Hardie includes a glass orb, round wood stand, and 64-page companion book. The "crystal ball" is a bit bigger than a golf ball, but smaller than a baseball. The circular wooden stand (imagine a thin donut) safely nestles the ball during meditation. Of course, you can use your own stand or cloth to keep the orb in place, but it's great that this kit happens to come with one!

The companion book serves as thorough introduction to crystallomancy, and Titania's knowledgeable yet empathetic approach encourages beginner scryers to experiment gently while learning how to use this unique tool. She explains theories of crystal gazing, as well as how to create a relaxed atmosphere and induce a meditative state. Titania also describes how to "cleanse" and charge the orb, and what to expect during your first attempts and crystal gazing.

In the companion book to Titania's Crystal Ball, the author also elaborates on the meanings of colors, objects, and images. For example, seeing small birds such as robins or sparrows may suggest activity, while flowers often presage invitations or new beginners in a love affair. Fruits may indicate time well spent, while books suggest study or the need to learn something.

Titania also provides additional ideas for using your crystal ball:

1. Meeting your spirit guide
2. Trying astral travel
3. Creating positive energy
4. Aspiring to a generous, higher consciousness

She also advocates keeping a diary or journal for recording your progress, insights, and readings. Looking back, she says, will likely astonish you when you realize what you've seen!

My husband bought Titania's Crystal Ball for me several years ago, for Christmas. He knew I always wanted one and it was *perfect*! Personally, I don't use it for scrying--it's not my preferred method of divination--but it's *fantastic* for meditation, especially when gazing at it with dim background light or candles. I keep my crystal ball on its wooden stand, which sits on a satin ice blue cloth next to a brass statue of Ganesh. I use this arrangement as an "altar" of sorts, sometimes placing Tarot or oracle card behind the orb.

This new version of Titania's Crystal Ball seems to be produced by another publisher, but I'm almost positive that the blue satin cloth I use for mine came *with* the kit (my husband seems to think so, too). However, it's possible that I'm incorrect, so assume that your crystal ball set will NOT come with a cloth.

Whether you use this kit for divination, meditation, decoration, or devotion (as in altars or rituals), Titania's Crystal Ball provides a truly lovely orb, stand, and guidebook for each of these purposes.

Janet Boyer, author of The Back in Time Tarot Book: Picture the Past, Experience the Cards, Understand the Present (coming Fall 2008 from Hampton Roads Publishing)

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Transmitter, September 5, 2007

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This review is from: Titania's Crystal Ball: Now You Can See Your Future (Misc. Supplies)

I've just received Titania's crystal ball and I am convinced it was a worthwhile investment. I now have another favorite to my collection and cannot wait to work with it more. Thank you for such an amazing object!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great value, January 7, 2008

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This review is from: Titania's Crystal Ball: Now You Can See Your Future (Misc. Supplies)

I was very pleased with the packaging. The crystal ball is made of real glass and very clear. It came in a nice firm box. The bottom of the box was cover with a black shiny material. It also has a wooden stand if you'd like to place it on your desktop. The book was short, easy to read and easy to understand. It gives enough information to get you started.
For the price, this set is a good value. I would've loved to have a more indepth book, but this one is wonderful for beginningers.