How can I respond to an unsettling prediction during a reading?

A reader might make a claim about a future event that feels alarming. What can you say if you do not want to hear predictions? How can you avoid treating an unverified statement as an obligation to act, and what helps you regain perspective after the session?

You can say, 'I do not want predictions; please change the subject,' and end the session if that boundary is ignored. A prediction is an unverified claim, not a deadline or instruction. Write down the exact words if you want to review them later, then give yourself time before making decisions. A trusted person can help you put the statement in perspective without having to agree with it.