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The following is my opinion, what’s yours?

Some people believe that there is a logical answer to everything, that they are totally in control of their own destiny and that their actions and decisions make them who they are and who they will become in the future.

Alternatively, there are some who believe in the supernatural, in psychics, mediums and fate. They often believe that people with special powers can direct them to a better life, help them make decisions or even find the things they feel they are missing in life.

If you fit into the second of those classifications then you may have heard of Sara Freder, a self-proclaimed psychic to the stars, politicians and leading sportsmen.

Helping those in need

Despite her apparent success helping such prominent individuals, Sara Freder says, on her website, that she prefers to help the poor in ‘bad times’.

Some of these ‘poor’ people have apparently written testimonials to praise Sara Freder’s work. It is interesting to note, however, that there is a disclaimer at the bottom of her own testimonials page stating that the comments don’t necessarily match the photographs next to them.

These testimonials claim that Sara Freder has assisted the individuals in their lives, allowing them benefits ranging from financial success to personal changes to self fulfillment.

According to Sara Freder’s site you too can benefit from her abilities, starting with a free horoscope. After the free reading you are then invited to subscribe to a weekly reading, for a price.

What are others saying about Sara Freder?

Whilst researching Sara Freder I saw many references to insecure payment pages which lead to unauthorised withdrawals being made. Having not signed up myself I cannot verify the validity of such claims.

Likewise, I found a page on an Australian government website that suggests that signing up may lead to you receiving lots of scam emails in your inbox. Again, I cannot verify this claim either.

I also found another web page that suggests that paying for Freder’s service via credit card does not guarantee a reply and that she doesn’t honour her own money back guarantee. I do not know if the person in question was an isolated case or whether this is a common occurrence but their advice of copying yourself in on any emails sent to Sara Freder, and printing the money back guarantee page for reference is certainly sound advice in either case.

The horoscopes

Tracking back a bit, I mentioned that the Sara Freder site offers a free horoscope to anyone who visits. Having looked at the site this certainly does seem to be the case, but how unique is the reading?

One thing I saw in countless places across the net was that the clairvoyance consultation from Sara Freder seems to be an automated response.

After entering in your details, all quite specific to yourself and including a specific area you need help in, you receive a confidential code after a week or so.

This is supposed to allow you access to your personal reading. However, I have seen many reports stating that a large number of people received the same confidential code and identical consultations. This definitely doesn’t look good for Sara Freder!

Talisman

In addition to the clairvoyancy Sara Freder also offers assistance through the purchase of her magnetised magical picture. It would appear that she is always offering a special deal on this picture of herself holding a crystal ball. For only $238 $78 you can have both the picture and a special clairvoyance regarding your future luck.

If you believe that carrying a special picture can change your life then I too can offer one - below is a picture of my lucky slug that I found in my garden and it’s yours for just $50 -

I’m not sure how a slug would fare if you magnetised it, but as it is only a picture I’m sure it will be ok. Just remember not to add salt!

(The above is a joke folks - please don’t ask to buy this slug picture!! :D)

Does Sara Freder’s Clairvoyancy actually work?

I actually chose to look into Sara Freder’s service upon the request of 3 different readers of this site, all of which told me some interesting stories that they wish to be kept private. They are all convinced they have been scammed and there are many more people with similar views across the internet, in forums and on web pages.

So is there no truth or value in these clairvoyance readings and the magnetised magical picture?

Well, I have to say there might be. It may not be what those 3 readers want to hear but I believe that it may actually be of benefit to somepeople. I would counter that, though, by saying that I do not believe it would be Sara Freder helping you. Instead, it is all to do with the power of the mind.

Psychology is a powerful thing, as is the mind. Some people are strong willed and can motivate themselves to achieve the things they want in life. Others need a little push.

Hypnotism is not magic, it is all about making suggestions to the sub-conscious mind. Some people are more susceptible to this than others. If you are someone who needs a little ‘push’ in life then having a magical picture, or someone giving you a clairvoyancy session, may allow you to focus your mind differently and thereby motivate yourself to do things you wouldn’t or haven’t done before.

So in that respect, the service offered by Sara Freder may in fact work for some people. Or at least, they think it does. In reality, they probably need to work on themselves so they can derive the same focus in life without relying upon a clairvoyant but, then again, I know many people who almost run their lives according to what their favourite psychic says.

So Sara Freder’s claivoyancy isn’t a scam then?

In conclusion I do have to say that the personal horoscopes and magnetised magical picture may work for some people, for the reasons listed above.

The comments I have seen about not fulfilling terms of service, taking unauthorised payments and not honouring a money back guarantee cannot be verified either way.

Therefore, Sara Freder is not a scam for the reasons I thought it might be when I first started reading about her.

However, the fact that a large number of people online are all saying they received the exact same reading most definitely does look suspect.

Verdict: I’m of the opinion that this is dubious, but the type of person who listens to clairvoyants will continue to do so and those who don’t, won’t.

P.S.

For the religious amongst you, you may want to know that Sara Freder is interviewed on her site by Magus Eriam whom, it is noted, has specialised in the Occult sciences. I guess knowing that may be a deciding factor in whether to use her services for some of you.