A psychic is a person who claims to have extrasensory perception (ESP) — the ability to gather information through means beyond the five physical senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell). Psychics often say they can perceive things like:
The future (precognition)
Hidden or distant events (clairvoyance)
Other people’s thoughts or feelings (telepathy or empathy)
Spiritual communication (mediumship — speaking with spirits or the dead)
Common Types of Psychics
Clairvoyant – “Sees” things beyond normal sight (visions, symbols, people).
Clairaudient – “Hears” things others cannot, like spirit voices.
Empath – Feels the emotions of others deeply, sometimes psychically.
Medium – Claims to communicate with the dead or spirit world.
Tarot Reader, Palm Reader, or Astrologer – Uses tools or systems to offer insights, often blending intuition with tradition.
Are Psychics Real?
This is a controversial topic:
Believers say some people genuinely have heightened intuitive or psychic abilities.
Skeptics argue that there’s no scientific evidence for psychic powers, and many so-called psychics use cold reading, educated guesses, or psychological tricks.
Summary
A psychic is someone who says they can access information in ways most people can’t — often involving intuition, spirits, or mysterious energies. Whether you view psychics as gifted individuals or skilled entertainers depends on your perspective.
