A unique experience in Colours and Energies led her to complete her course as a certified Aura-Soma Colour Consultant with The Art & Science International Academy Of Colour Technologies, England (P.A.S.I.A.C.T.); and as a Crystal Colour Practitioner.

Renae’s consultations are unique as she combines intuitive insight, colours, crystals, empowerment cards, numerology, tarot etc. Depending on the individual’s needs she will also guide them using meditations, personalized affirmations, prayer therapy, visualization methods, coaching and alternative healing techniques to empower them. She is very inspired to assist people in finding their own true path and to help them make positive changes to their lives.

Besides being actively consulted for individual readings, Renae has conducted many workshops and courses since 2002, teaching people from all walks of life how to conduct their own Tarot Reading (Master The Tarot Workshop).  She has done many road shows, events and functions for corporate clients. 

RENAE’S STORY

In the beginning of 1987 when I first started working in a local bank and eventually switched to a prestigious law firm in 1994, life has always been stable and safe for me.  I knew I could do a good job, I was willing to learn and work hard, I was the type whom will try my best to get along with everyone.  My life path 11/2 seems to speak volumes about my willingness to please and be amicable in all areas. 

I had bosses that can either be totally ignorant on what goes on or the super micro-management types.  Despite all these work and encountering various people, I knew I was "different".  I was always telling my colleagues about feng shui, different parallel worlds, about angels, about astrology.....(you get the picture).  Some of my closer colleagues enjoyed the Tarot readings (which started around 1994) that I will do for them during our lunch hours, while some felt I'm too much into such "weird hobbies".

Despite what others thought, my passion for "meta-physics" (meaning being "beyond science") subjects grew and I found pleasure and enjoyment going through books, visiting libraries, trying to find everything I can on these subjects that fascinated me.  In 1994 one of my good friend cum  colleague asked me along to try "Tarot Reading" from a lady who owns a shop in old Cathay building area.  I was excited and although it costs about $80 for 45 mins (it was pretty expensive during that time), I was eager to try.

Unfortunately, the reading was extremely disappointing and it was such a let-down (especially for me).  We both went to her shop and I decided to try out first.  I did not know what to expect from this session, I was told to shuffle the cards and return her the deck.  I was required to start "asking" questions (frankly I was really not prepared to ask, I was expecting HER TO TELL ME things), so I ask simple questions eg.  How is my current job?  Will I have a good salary?  When will I meet Mr. Right (I was still single then)?  How soon will I get married? 

I had expected big spreads (like the ones we see on TV) but the lady only pull out 1 card every time I ask a question.  Her answers were "Not too bad", "Quite soon things will improved", "You won't stay long in your job".  Her answers were all 1 or 2 short sentences and just into less than 30 minutes, I wasn't sure what to ask anymore.  I was disappointed, surprised and terribly frustrated.  My colleague was smarter (after observing our reading), she was more prepared and had a mental list of questions to ask from the lady.

I left the shop feeling weird, empty and frustrated. I kept asking myself "Is that all to Tarot”?  How can it be so simple?  How can so many cards answer so little or give so little advice?"  My colleague noticed my mood and she asked me if I like to buy a Tarot book/deck from her.  She had bought it but did not understand or feel connected to the Tarot Deck.  I readily agreed, determine to get the TRUTH out of the whole deck.  Once I got the deck (which was THE MYTHIC TAROT) I was hooked. First and foremost I have been reading history, myth and legend books on ancient Greece and other cultures since my Primary school days.  When I got the deck it was all on ancient Greece, it was like coming home!!!   I read and practice on anyone I could get my hands on.  I started giving readings and it was a great enjoyment and fun sessions for my family, friends and colleagues.

When I met my husband Paul in 1996 in a shop selling crystals (he was then an employee), it was a great feeling.  He was gentle, diplomatic, tactful, supportive combined with a sense of humour. He had a wide knowledge about crystals and energies work.  He was the first man that did not think I'm weird or nuts!  He encouraged me to pursue my dreams and to look beyond.  That was the time I decided to delve deeper into Tarot and eventually took up a correspondence course on this subject.  We got married in late 1997 and Paul also started out his own business with a partner.  Things got very smooth although we had some ups and downs during the first 2 years.  I was still working for a offshore law firm and it was a comfortable lifestyle.

In 2001 when I was in my Personal Year 6 (under numerology), I was getting restless and felt I needed some changes.  I started looking at the possibility of going into a retail business.  I did my research but being the impulsive person that I am (my birthday adds up to a 1 and my zodiac  sun sign is a Sagittarius) decided to push ahead to start the business asap. 

All my friends and colleagues thought that I was crazy when I told them about it (especially when majority of them worked in banks and law firms with a comfortable monthly income).  They felt I was wasting my time and I will not be able to survive in this market.  It was a "rare" business venture selling all kinds of meta-physics products such as books, tarot decks, dry herbs, incense sticks, candles, dream catcher etc....Chances are that I will wind up the business in 6 months' time and crawl back to the safety world of employment. However, being friends they were still understanding and supportive. They did say that if I ever change my mind, they will always welcome me back. I was extremely touched by their kind words.

It was really tough, I had to persist in my passion and beliefs, New Age Circle was eventually formed in Jan 2002 and the rest is history.  Let me tell you, running this business is NO EASY task.  I had to work really hard for business in this ulu and quiet location (located in Chinatown Point during MRT construction).  Customer grew despite the quite location. I had some good support from people who like what I was selling. Eventually my ego and impulsiveness got better of me. Someone had suggested that I shift to a bigger location and we should all work together as a team to create a spiritual holistic business.

I did my Tarot reading and my cards were negative. The outcome was Queen Of Swords and I was advice not to take up this challenge. However my ego and strong believe that I was capable of anything overtook my rational mind. I took up a new bigger premise about 2500 sq ft (about 5 times my shop in Chinatown) in Boat Quay area in early 2003. I had invited other holistic practitioner to join me. I created several rooms for them to rent and also promise to do free marketing for them. 

During 2003, 1 had to fight through SARS period, had to learn to let go of disappointment and my hurt of being betrayed by my then co-partners (one of them actually opened her business 10 steps from my shop and use exactly the same marketing concepts as me). Had to survive amidst growing competition. Co-tenants owed me money and employees were disloyal etc. Eventually I had suffered great financial loss with retail (due to lack proper management skills and time and manpower). It was a nightmare that stress and frustrated my health and my life.

It was this period that I was going through really hard times and by mid of 2004 I decided I could not continue. My family needed me and I was feeling trapped. I did a reading and several times picked up The Tower. It was at that time I discovered I was pregnant with my 3^rd child. The Tower was telling me my decision will be made when this new sudden unexpected discovery appeared.

I decided then and there that family is more important and gave up New Age Circle at Boat Quay. I found someone to take over the premise and decided to fully focus on giving consultations and adjusting my family life.

These words and questions carried me through the bad times and gave me strength when I felt totally ready to give up "IF THE DAY COMES WHEN I HAVE TO DEPART FROM EARTH, WILL I THINK BACK AND REGRET THAT I DID NOT TRY TO FULFILL MY DREAM, MY PASSION?"  It was also the strength and encouragement I had from my family and Paul has been simply wonderful.  He came through for me during those bad times. He had taught me many things during the early difficult period and he had helped me look further beyond the business.

Stepping out into the unknown (like the FOOL card) and embracing big changes (like the DEATH card) and no turning back, is it worth it?  YES AND DOUBLE YES.  I have gained freedom, confidence, strength, joy, recognition, fun, happiness, abundance and a steady income over the last 5 years.  I know MANY MORE SUCH POSITIVE YEARS will come and empower me to live each day a satisfied and deeply fulfilling life.  I DARE SAY TO THE WORLD - I HAVE NO REGRETS ONLY FULFILLMENT AND LIGHT