SuperBall
Disclaimer: Just because I used the Search function first, does not mean that I have an amazingly accurate knack for using forum search functions!
Seriously, folks, I looked first, but couldn't find a thread, so I ask:
When did you/do you feel its right to start charging people for a reading? I'm not talking about a side business with a storefront and a crystal ball, or anything. I have always taken it on principle that I DO NOT charge for readings. I have reasons.
--I'm not amazing at it yet (i.e. a level of professionalism that I feel merits a gratuity). I still have to look at a book for meanings, etc.
--I feel like I approach people, who then do me a favor by allowing me to practice and hone the skill with their assistance.
--Did I mention that I still need my book???
Normally these reasons would answer this question for me. On the other hand, all of my regulars are satisfied, and regularly approach me with questions like, 'when is it my turn again?' Many have expressed to me that I can really Read the cards with uncanny intuition, and other compliments and nonsense. Lately, I have been toying with the idea of charging my satisfied regulars only, $1 for a reading. "Ludicrous!" You may say, either to yourself, or digitally after I post this. "Why?" I have a very pure reason. I would occassionally like to furnish a deck for a hopeful or two, as its my belief that powerful and accurate Tarot begin as gifts from others (outmoded and backward, I'm sure. Ask me about my reasons sometime). I'm on a very tight allowance, due to a low military pay grade, and a wife (just kidding, glass houses, now...). I figured, do a few months worth of readings, and have a spare deck handy for when I run into that girl that 'has always wanted to learn'.
What does this community think? Am I ready to charge a ridiculously low fee to people I am comfortable with, just because I want to do nice things for others, even if I don't have every card memorized (though more than a few)? Or should I wait until I am even spookier and more credible because I do not need to consult a book?
Seriously, folks, I looked first, but couldn't find a thread, so I ask:
When did you/do you feel its right to start charging people for a reading? I'm not talking about a side business with a storefront and a crystal ball, or anything. I have always taken it on principle that I DO NOT charge for readings. I have reasons.
--I'm not amazing at it yet (i.e. a level of professionalism that I feel merits a gratuity). I still have to look at a book for meanings, etc.
--I feel like I approach people, who then do me a favor by allowing me to practice and hone the skill with their assistance.
--Did I mention that I still need my book???
Normally these reasons would answer this question for me. On the other hand, all of my regulars are satisfied, and regularly approach me with questions like, 'when is it my turn again?' Many have expressed to me that I can really Read the cards with uncanny intuition, and other compliments and nonsense. Lately, I have been toying with the idea of charging my satisfied regulars only, $1 for a reading. "Ludicrous!" You may say, either to yourself, or digitally after I post this. "Why?" I have a very pure reason. I would occassionally like to furnish a deck for a hopeful or two, as its my belief that powerful and accurate Tarot begin as gifts from others (outmoded and backward, I'm sure. Ask me about my reasons sometime). I'm on a very tight allowance, due to a low military pay grade, and a wife (just kidding, glass houses, now...). I figured, do a few months worth of readings, and have a spare deck handy for when I run into that girl that 'has always wanted to learn'.
What does this community think? Am I ready to charge a ridiculously low fee to people I am comfortable with, just because I want to do nice things for others, even if I don't have every card memorized (though more than a few)? Or should I wait until I am even spookier and more credible because I do not need to consult a book?