SETTING THESAURUS

PSYCHIC'S SHOP



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Settings should always be chosen with care. Consider the emotion you want your viewpoint character to feel and how setting choices, weather elements, and symbolism might build a specific mood in the scene, create tension and conflict, or even raise the stakes.
SIGHTS:
Strings of lights around the ceiling
Color-shaded lamps on tables
Burning candles
Potted plants decorating the corners
Celestial pictures on the walls
A seating area with a sofa and plush chairs
A terrarium full of plants
A dog or cat wandering the shop
A refreshment cart offering tea and fruit-infused water
A small wishing fountain with coins in the bottom
A cashier's station
Flyers for upcoming seminars and classes
A sign-in book
Private rooms in the back for psychic readings
Glassed-in cases with items for sale (jewelry, dream catchers, figurines and statues of dragons, unicorns, angels, and saints)
Shelving and tables displaying tea sets and herbal teas
Packets of herbs (comfrey root, feverfew, hyssop, calendula)
Displays of  mirrors, charms, essential oils, candles, and relaxation CDs
Plaques hanging on the wall with inspirational messages
Bins of spell candles (to bring money, harmony, friendship, good health)
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