Wonderings
Frequently asked questions
Everything you might like to know before your first session. If your question isn't here, reach out anytime at wisewonderings@gmail.com.
What does a Connection Session look like?
- Before your scheduled session, Sonja connects with your animal. During this connection, she gathers comprehensive insights and messages to share during your call.
- Typically Sonja will start with a body scan to see how the animal is mentally and physically before moving into the questions and concerns.
- The entire session is guided by your animal and moves at their pace through any and all questions they want to answer at the timing they choose. Remember, this is to see their view on your relationship/concerns and willingness at the time of the session. Nothing is done by force and if there’s a subject they wish not go to, Sonja will not press the matter.
- At the time of your scheduled phone call Sonja relays all messages brought forward from when she connected with your animal.
- While on the call with you Sonja moves through all information in an open conversation format. Making sure that any additional questions or information that come up from either you or your animal are addressed.
- Sonja finishes all calls making sure both you and your animal feel heard and seen.
What does a Transition of Life Session look like?
- These sessions are designed for before, on the day of, or within a month after your animal transitions from the physical world (passes away).
- Before your scheduled session, Sonja connects with your animal. During this connection, she gathers messages and insights to share during your call.
- The entire session is guided by your animal and moves at their pace. They choose what they wish to share, what questions they are willing to answer, and how deeply they want to explore each subject. Remember, this session is an opportunity to hear their perspective on your relationship, concerns, and needs at that time. Nothing is ever forced, and if there is a subject they do not wish to explore, Sonja will not press the matter.
- For these sessions Sonja holds more space for not only your animal, but you as well. She understands how emotional this time can be and honors everything that comes forward. All emotions, messages, questions, and needs are met with the utmost respect, compassion, and love.
- While on the call with you Sonja moves through all information with an open heart and welcomes the fond memories and stories you wish to share about your time with your beloved animal.
- There is no expectation for how you need to show up during these sessions. There is space for questions, tears, memories, silence, and whatever else you may need in the moment.
How do I prepare for a Connection Session?
- After booking the session make sure to send an email with a picture or two of your animal. This picture is of them alone and where you can see their face/eyes clearly.
- If you choose to not do a recorded Zoom call then it is recommended to bring something to take notes with. Sonja takes notes prior to and during the session, but will not send them unless specifically stated during the session.
- Come well hydrated and able to focus on the session for the duration of the call with minimal to no distractions.
- It is not advised to take the phone calls while on the road unless you are a passenger and will be able to fully focus on the session the entire time.
What type of questions should I ask my animal?
- Any and all questions are welcome!
- No question is too big or too small.
- If you think of a question or concern there is a more than good chance that your animal has been sending you small messages to ask it, now is the time to voice those questions.
- Can’t think of anything? That’s okay! Just mention in the notes when booking your session that there isn’t anything specific you’d like to ask at this moment and that you’re opening the floor up to your animal to see what they want to chat about most.
Must I send questions/concerns at the time of booking, or can I wait to ask them at the time of our session?
- Yes, Sonja asks that you send all major/most important questions and concerns at the time of booking so that she can allow your animal enough time to get to the root of all that is connected to those concerns.
- Any additional/smaller questions you think of at the time of your call are always welcome. Sonja will connect with your animal during your call to be able to help answer anything additional you would like to ask.
Does my photo of my animal have to be recent? And is it okay if my animal is a bit dirty in the photo?
- No the photo does not have to be recent!
- Nor does it matter how clean or dirty your animal is in the photo.
- So long as the photo is clear in quality of picture (i.e. not blurry or obstructed) and your animal’s eye/face is easy to see then Sonja will be able to connect with your animal’s energy.
Are you able to do a Connection Session with an animal who has passed on?
- Yes absolutely!
- Sonja is more than happy to connect you with an animal who has passed away no matter how long ago they passed.
- If the Connection Session is to be done with an animal who has passed please note that at time of scheduling or when sending pictures via email.
- Please note that Connection Sessions are specifically for animals who are currently still in their physical form or those who have transitioned over a month ago. For all animals who have transitioned under a month ago that you would like to connect with please see information on and book a Transition of Life Session.
Can we do more than one animal in a session?
- Typically sessions are held to only one animal at a time. However, occasionally another animal of yours will have a big message and know that you are ready to hear it. In these circumstances they will “butt in” and make their presence known to share their message.
- If you have two animals you’d like to connect with, Sonja offers Family Sessions designed to give both animals space to be heard within one session.
Must I be actively with my animal at the time of our session?
- Not at all!
- All sessions are done by connecting to the animal’s energy. This is done all from a distance and does not require your animal to be physically present at the time of the session. However, if you wish to be with them during a session call that is always welcome so long as you are able to still focus with minimal distractions to the session itself.
Are your sessions virtual or do you come to the animal?
- At this time Sonja does not offer in person Connection Sessions.
- All sessions are done by connecting with yours and your animal’s energy. Therefore they are done at a distance or “virtually”.
- If you are interested in doing an in-person session please reach out to Sonja through email and she can speak with you about her in-person group sessions, Gathering of Souls, that she offers.
Are all calls recorded?
- No, not all calls are recorded, nor is it mandatory to record or take notes.
- Recordings are limited only to Connection Sessions. This option is made by you upon scheduling: a traditional phone call or a recorded Zoom call.
- Zoom recordings are made by Sonja and sent to you within 5 to 7 days after the session.
What is your cancellation policy?
- Cancellations within 24 hours: considered lost appointments; no refund provided.
- More than 24 hours in advance: eligible for rescheduling at Sonja's next available time.
- No-shows: if you don't join within 15 minutes of your scheduled time, it's considered a no-show and won't receive a free reschedule. You're welcome to book again later; the new appointment follows the same policies and requires full payment at booking.
What is your refund policy?
- Full refunds: sessions canceled at least 48 hours before the scheduled time receive a full refund.
- Partial refunds: cancellations less than 48 but more than 24 hours before your session may be eligible for a partial refund, depending on circumstances.
- No refunds for late cancellations (under 24 hours) or no-shows. You're always welcome to book another session.
- These policies are designed to respect both your time and Sonja's, ensuring a smooth and fair process for everyone.
Some good things to note
- Sonja is not a veterinarian. Anything mentioned medically or physically is from your animal's point of view, and any recommendations come from Sonja's prior work and life experience. If you have true concerns, think it's an emergency, or are uncomfortable or unable to follow a recommendation, please call your local vet.
- Sonja doesn't guarantee anything from her sessions other than a deeper understanding of where your animal is coming from and their perspective on the situations you've asked about.
- Everything shared from your animal through Sonja is confidential and yours alone to disclose. She will never share personal information or messages from your animal without your consent.
Reach out anytime, or go ahead and book. Your animal likely has something they've been waiting to say.
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