A tea-leaf reader, also known as a tasseomancer, teacup reader, or psychic, is someone who practices the art of predicting the future by interpreting the patterns and symbols left in the sediments of a tea cup or tea leaves. This practice is also referred to as tea-leaf reading, tasseography, or tealeaf divination. Other related terms for tea-leaf reader include fortune teller, seer, oracle, clairvoyant, and diviner. Regardless of the term used, those who practice this age-old art believe that the tea leaves or coffee grounds can reveal hidden messages and insights into one's future, providing guidance, and clarity during times of uncertainty.