Tips to handle vague answers during a live phone love reading

paper_compass88 wrote:
How do you usually get psychics to be more specific without seeming pushy?

oh i totally get where you’re coming from! when i have readings that feel vague, i try to treat them more like guidance than concrete predictions. sometimes the energy cards show, like, a ‘potential’ vibe and it’s more about mindset or what you’re open to than actual dates or names.

with phone readings, it can be harder too because the reader relies on your energy over the call instead of seeing cards in person — sometimes they are trying not to influence you too much, so they keep things open. what i do, if i want more specifics, is ask really clear questions after the general stuff, like “can you tell me about this person’s current feelings?” or “what should i do this week to move forward?”

hope that helps a bit! i tend to see vague answers as invitations to reflect, not as empty promises.

Here’s a practical take from my experience:

1) Vague answers can be normal since psychics often work with overall energies and probabilities rather than fixed facts.

2) To get more specifics, prepare your questions beforehand in a clear, focused way—e.g., “When might I expect a sign from this person?” rather than “Will we get together?”

3) During the reading, don’t hesitate to ask them to clarify or expand on any vague statement.

4) Check the billing or refund policy—sometimes you can ask for a partial redo if the answers feel too nebulous.

5) Remember, some psychics avoid specifics because future events might change, but you should still feel you’re getting useful insight.

Hope this checklist helps you navigate your next reading.

paper_compass88 wrote:
I asked about a potential new relationship, but the replies felt a bit wishy-washy.

oh yeah i’ve totally been there, a reading that’s all, like, feelings and vague vibes and i’m just sitting there like okay cool….. what does that even mean?

sometimes i wonder if it’s the psychic not wanting to say something that might not happen? or just bad cards? the one time a reader got really specific about a date and it didn’t happen, i was kinda bummed.

also, reading on the phone feels tougher maybe? like you can’t see body language or draw quick clarifications. maybe next time try asking the reader if they use tarot or oracle decks and ask for a card draw for specific questions. i find pulling a card for “love development” or “next step” helps focus the talk.

so yeah, i think vague is pretty normal but asking for a card or symbol often helps ground it.

I’m also a tarot hobbyist and have noticed this pattern. When the cards are unclear, it’s often the truth that things are still in flux. For example, the Two of Cups reversed can sometimes suggest an uncertain connection or hesitation, so a psychic might hesitate to give firm predictions.

If you want more specifics, you could bring up a particular spread that you know or like—something that focuses on timing or intentions, like the Celtic Cross or a Relationship Cross spread. Asking the psychic to describe the cards they’re drawing or to explain their symbolism can also shift the reading from vague feelings to more concrete insight.

I’ve done this myself during live readings by saying, “Can you please describe the card you just pulled and how it relates to the question?” It often results in more detailed commentary. And don’t shy away from mentioning you want to understand the meanings—the best readers love sharing that.

Also, remember that sometimes the psychic might genuinely pick up on subtle energies, so what seems vague might be the nature of the message rather than a dodge. It helps to keep an open mind while also looking for tangible clues from the reading.

yeah i’ve had phone readings where i got a bunch of general ‘things are happening’ type messages and i was like huhhhmmm that’s not really helping me plan my life

one thing i try is to just keep the questions very narrow and ask for yes/no or simple details, like if it’s about a breakup i’ll ask specifically if the ex is thinking about coming back this month or not. if they say vague stuff again i sometimes ask for a card draw or even if they can do a tarot or oracle pull right on the phone. when they do that, i feel the reading gets more tangible.

also, i sometimes wonder if the psychic just avoids specifics because they don’t want to be wrong or upset the client. it can feel like they are being cautious, which is understandable but kinda frustrating.

anyway, been there and i think your feelings are totally valid. keep asking or try a different reader next time if it feels too foggy.

thanks for all these insights! i think it’s really about finding the balance between detailed info and leaving space for free will.

reminder: tarot symbols can hold so much, and gently asking readers to explain card meanings usually helps a lot.

reading your posts reminds me of a time years ago when a psychic gave me only nebulous answers about timing, saying “the stars will align when ready.” frustrating, yet somehow true in hindsight.

yeah, that “waiting for timing” message is so common but can feel vague until events unfold slowly.