Unlock Your Potential: A Guide To Tarot Readings For Personal Growth

Tarot readings have the transformative power to help individuals gain self-awareness, clarity, and insights into their lives. By tapping into the mystical and spiritual realm, tarot readings can provide a unique perspective that can be difficult to achieve through traditional means. Some potential benefits that my tarot readings can offer include:

1. Self-Discovery: Tarot readings can help individuals better understand themselves and their innermost desires, fears, and motivations. By delving into the subconscious, tarot readings can reveal aspects of the self that may have been previously hidden or repressed.

2. Clarity: Tarot readings can help individuals gain clarity on a particular situation or problem they may face. By providing a fresh perspective, tarot readings can help individuals see the situation from a new angle and understand what is truly important.

3. Insights: Tarot readings can offer profound insights into the universe’s workings and the interconnectedness of all things. By tapping into the tarot’s collective wisdom, individuals can better understand the world around them and their place in it.

My tarot readings offer a unique and transformative experience that can help individuals tap into their innermost selves and better understand themselves and the world around them.

Tarot readings can be a powerful tool for gaining clarity and insight into your life. Here are a few examples of how tarot readings can help you:

1. Decision-Making: If you’re facing a difficult decision, a tarot reading can provide insights and guidance to help you make the best choice. The cards can reveal potential outcomes and offer perspectives you may not have considered.

2. Self-Discovery: Tarot readings can help you better understand yourself, your desires, and your motivations. By exploring your subconscious, tarot readings can reveal aspects of yourself that may have been hidden or repressed.

3. Relationship Issues: If you’re experiencing problems in your relationships, a tarot reading can offer insights and advice on improving them. The cards can reveal patterns in your behavior or your partner’s behavior that may be causing conflict and guide how to resolve them.

4. Career and Financial Decisions: Tarot readings can help you make informed decisions about your career and finances. The cards can reveal potential opportunities or obstacles and guide navigating them.

5. Spiritual Growth: Tarot readings can help you connect with your spiritual side and better understand the universe and your place in it. The cards can offer insights into the interconnectedness of all things and help you connect with your higher self.

Overall, tarot readings can help you gain clarity and insight into various areas of your life, providing guidance and support as you navigate life’s challenges and opportunities.

Interpreting the cards in a tarot reading can seem daunting, but it can become easier with practice. Here are a few examples of how to interpret the cards in a tarot reading:

1. The Fool: The Fool represents new beginnings, taking risks, and following your intuition. When The Fool appears in a reading, it may indicate that you’re about to embark on a new journey or start a new chapter in your life.

2. The Tower: The Tower represents crisis, upheaval, and sudden change. When The Tower appears in a reading, it may indicate that you will experience a significant change or crisis.

3. The Empress: The Empress represents abundance, nurturing, and fertility. When The Empress appears in a reading, it may indicate that you’re about to experience a period of growth, abundance, or creativity.

4. The Wheel of Fortune: The Wheel of Fortune represents cycles, change, and destiny. When The Wheel of Fortune appears in a reading, it may indicate that you will experience a significant change or shift in your life.

5. The High Priestess: The High Priestess represents intuition, mystery, and secrets. When The High Priestess appears in a reading, it may indicate that you must trust your intuition and pay attention to your inner voice.

Remember, the interpretation of the cards is subjective and may vary depending on the context and the individual’s intuition. Trusting your instincts and letting the cards guide you to the insights and guidance you need is essential.

Expanding Your Tarot Practice

Hello, and welcome back. In this blog post, we will talk about how to expand your tarot practice. This is about adding value to your tarot readings, adding complementary modalities, and creating readings that really align with your clients and set you apart from different readers. So, in this video, we will cover how to add some sparkle to your tarot readings for more people. And, of course, the first steps to going pro and becoming a professional tarot reader, if that’s your chosen path. So, there are really two types of expansion when it comes to your readings. The first is adding to what you’re already doing, which might be adding different modalities and tools soon. I’m going to share a few of those ideas with you shortly. And doing more of what you’re already doing. So, read for more people and expand your circles about who you do tarot readings for. So here are a few ideas of how you can add that extra sparkle to your tarot readings. And this is about adding different modalities, tools, resources, and soon. What I love about Tarot is that it blends beautifully with many different modalities. So, if you already have a skill, talent, or passion in a different area, you can compellingly integrate that into your tarot readings. So, I will share some ideas for you to do just that. But also, think about what other skills you have that you could integrate. So, one thing is tarot and oracle cards. I love doing a tarot reading that begins by pulling an oracle card to tune into the bigger energy that is present and then using Tarot to dive into more of the details. And then sometimes, if the reading was a little bit, I don’t know, heavy or a bit challenging, I do like to pull an oracle card at the end to lift things up and close the reading with an empowering or uplifting message. So, of course, you can choose how you want to use Oracle cards in your readings and what feels most aligned for you. Tarot and crystals are so yummy. So, even just doing a tarot reading and bringing in your favorite crystals as you do the reading can be compelling. If you’re doing a love tarot reading, then bringing in some rose quartz could be very powerful as well, or some labradorite if you want to get really in touch with your intuition, or some smoky quartz if it’s a bit of a challenging reading that you’re doing. As a result of reading, you might also tune into what crystal the client might want to connect with over time. So, for example, maybe the high priestess is coming out in the reading, and the high priestess is very much about intuition. And you just feel cold that this intuition aligns with the amethyst crystal, and maybe that is a calling to share the amethyst crystal with your client. Tarot and astrology really do go hand in hand as well. There are so many astrological associations with the Tarot, and you could do a compelling reading that integrates both, say, a birth chart reading plus tarot cards to go deeper. I think that astrology does really well because it looks at the current environment and the nature of a person, and then the Tarot helps you go deeper into more of the details of what’s really going on and what actions one can take. Tarot and aroma therapy. Oh, this is powerful stuff, my friends. So you can use even just an essential oil that helps open up the intuition, whether it might be something like sandalwood, which is grounding and earthy. Maybe it’s Clary Sage or whatever feels really good in alignment with you. Maybe it’s some rose oil if you are doing a love reading. So you can burn the oil throughout a reading. What it does is it helps to alter your state and bring you present with the reading and the theme for the reading. For example, you might be inspired to create essential oil blends for the Major Arcana cards. And then maybe if this Major Arcana card is featured in the reading, you might also gift your client the essential oil blend. And then, if you’re burning that during the reading, you’re creating this association, the smell and the experience of the reading and the message. Then, the client can go away and reconnect with that feeling and experience again every time they smell the blend that you have created. The potential is unlimited. You could also integrate Tarot and yoga. So, I have a few friends who really enjoy teaching a yoga practice based on a card. So, they might pull a card from the Major Arcana cards and use it as the yoga practice theme. Now, equally, you might again have a Major Arcana card feature in your reading, and there might be a yoga pose that you would recommend aligned to that particular card. For instance, one is the hanged man doing more inverted yoga poses. So, again, the opportunities and the options are absolutely endless. And, of course, you can combine any other personal interest into your readiness. It’s about your creativity and what you want to create for your clients. What experience do you want to create that is special, unique, memorable, and highly valuable? All right, let’s now focus on some tips on how to do more tarot readings with more people. Because as you build up your skills, no doubt, you’re excited to work with more people and have an impact on more people. So, ask more friends and family members if they want to have a reading. So you can put yourself out there and let them know you are doing more reading. You could also let your wider social circles know you seek more clients. So, maybe you say, “Hey friends, I am developing my skills as a tarot reader, and I’m looking to work with five more people over the next month. Is there anyone that you can recommend to me? “And you might be choosing to do free readings to build up your experience, or you might be transitioning to paid readings if that’s feeling good and in alignment for you. You might want to gift readings for birthdays and special occasions. I used to do this with my friends on birthdays, offering them a beautiful birthday tarot reading. You might post flyers at your local hang-outs to say you are taking readings. And you might even join a tarot reading circle. So that could be in person, or it could be with a group of people online, such as with our Biddy Tarot Community. And, of course, you can be a part of the Biddy Tarot Community, where you can practice with people from all around the world, whether they’re fellow tarot readers or people looking for a free reading in exchange for feedback and experience. Now, I want to share just a few tips about how to start to become a professional. I know some of you are already getting amazing feedback from your readings. Your skills are evolving and elevating, and you might feel that call to start getting paid readings. So, number one, it’s a mindset and a decision to go pro. There will be that point, and you go, “Okay.Yes, I’m going to do it. I’m ready. Let’s do it.” Then, once you’ve decided, set your offer and price. So what is it that you want to give? Is it half an hour reading? Is it relationship reading? Is it a life-purpose reading? And so on. And then, what’s the financial exchange for that reading? And sometimes, with your pricing, you might want to start out a bit lower and, over time, build it up as you build up your experience. Then, set up your payment and your booking system. It might just be a cash payment or a bank deposit, or you might want to use something like PayPal or Stripe. And a booking system, again, it might be just a paper diary or an online appointment scheduler. But this way, you are ready to accept paid readings, and you’re ready to show up for those readings. And then, finally, when you’re ready to go, start sharing it with your circle of friends and family and put the word out there that you are now taking paid readings. Now, I go into this in a lot more detail in my course, which is how to attract your first five paying clients and seven simple steps to go out there and get paid readings. But these are some great steps to get you going on your journey. So, your activity for this video is to reflect on what actions you will take to expand your tarot reading practice? Are you going to add some extra sparkle with these extra modalities?Are you going to read for more people? Or maybe you’re feeling that call to become a professional tarot reader? So, take a moment in your workbook to determine your action plan. Then, in the next blog post, we’ll recap module five. So, it’s our final blog post for the module. We’ll recap what you have learned and created in this module. I’ll see you there.

1. This module provides ideas to expand your tarot practice by adding complementary modalities and tools to your readings.

2. Tarot can blend beautifully with many modalities, such as oracle cards, crystals, astrology, aroma therapy, and yoga.

3. Adding complementary modalities can help you create a reading that aligns with your clients and sets you apart from other readers.

4. You can also do more of what you’re already doing by reading for more people and expanding your circles of clients.

5. When using complementary modalities, it’s essential to choose what feels most aligned for you and your clients.

6. You can create essential oil blends for the Major Arcana cards and gift them to your clients to associate the smell with the reading experience.

7. Yoga can also be a complementary modality to Tarot. You can recommend yoga poses aligned to specific cards or use a card as the theme for a yoga practice.

8. The potential for combining personal interests with Tarot is unlimited, and it’s all about your creativity and what you want to create for your clients.

Some ideas that you can consider to expand your Tarot reading practice:

1. Research and explore the complementary modalities and tools mentioned in this module, such as oracle cards, crystals, astrology, aroma therapy, and yoga. Identify the most resonating with you and learn how to integrate them into your Tarot readings.

2. Experiment with using complementary modalities in your Tarot readings. Start by incorporating one or two modalities at a time and see how they enhance your readings. Remember to be open-minded and flexible in your approach.

3. Read for a broader range of people. Consider offering your services to different groups, such as friends, family, coworkers, or even strangers. You can also explore online platforms to reach a larger audience.

4. Network with other Tarot readers and practitioners. Attend Tarot events, join online communities, and connect with other readers to learn from their experiences and exchange ideas.

5. Continually develop your Tarot skills and knowledge. Read books, take courses, and practice regularly to deepen your understanding of the Tarot and improve your readings.

Remember, expanding your Tarot reading practice is a journey that requires patience, dedication, and a willingness to explore new possibilities.

REVIEW YOUR TAROT ADVISOR DOCUMENTS

Hello, and welcome back. In this blog post, we will review and update advisor documents. So, you have been reflecting on your Tarot reading style, and you’ve also been looking at how to strengthen your boundaries and your code of ethics. So, taking all of that goodness, we’re now reflecting on updating your Tarot adviser documents. In this post, we’ll be covering how to review and update your Tarot adviser documents. A quick recap, these are your Tarot adviser documents. You have your client intake form, which you use to ask questions about what’s on their mind, what you can help them with, and a little bit about their personal details, name, and contact details.

You also have your client agreement, which is about how you will show up to the reading and how you want your client to show up to the reading. And what to expect through the reading, through payment, and soon. It also includes your code of ethics as a reader. Then you also have your reading template, mainly if you’re doing email Tarot readings; this is very handy and reflects your reflection. So, that’s why we’re including it today in your review. The first activity I would like you to do is review and update your client intake form. Remember you have reflected on your tarot reading style and are clear about your boundaries, so now it’s time to infuse that into your client intake form. So, I want you to reflect on what additional information you need from your clients to deliver an exceptional reading? So, knowing everything that you know now and everything that you have experienced, what additional information do you need? But then, equally, what information do you not need? Once you’ve reflected, ensure you update your client intake form. Then, the next activity is to review and update your client agreement. So, think about what new boundaries you have put in place. How can you set clear expectations with your clients, and has your code of ethics changed? In the last video, we looked at boundaries and ethics a lot. So, if you’re finding that you do need to adjust your boundaries and your ethics, then take this opportunity to review and revise your client agreement. And equally, you might’ve had some more challenging experiences lately, allowing you to see where those expectations are much more precise. So, take this opportunity now to update your client agreement.

Then, finally, review and update your Tarot reading template. I want you to reflect on what new information you wish to include in your template, whether your Tarot reading style evolved, and how you can reflect this in your template? So, maybe you want to share more about your practice for creating a sacred space. Maybe that practice has changed over time. Perhaps you want to update how you talk about how Tarot works and how this reading will support your clients. Maybe there’s just something new and unique about your style that you want to integrate into your template. So, take this opportunity to update your tarot reading template. And remember, it might be your email template, but it might be your live reading and how you want the flow to go. Now that you are more aware of your Tarot reading style and personal boundaries take this opportunity to update that.

Finally, I just want to share that it’s a perfect practice as a trusted tarot adviser to review your documentation regularly. So, reflect on your experiences. Remember, this is the tarot adviser learning cycle that is coming into play. Reflect on your experiences and align them with your goals and desires regarding who you want to be and how you want these experiences to be. Innovate your documents, update them, and experience the new state of being. And I’d actually recommend doing this probably every six months or so, or if you go through a cycle of attracting some really challenging clients or readings, then it’s often a sign that you need to focus more intently on your documentation and how you set expectations and your boundaries and soon. So, just make this part of your practice. In the following video, we will discuss expanding your Tarot reading practice by doing readings or expanding what you offer in a reading. Can’t wait, I’ll see you there. 

Based on the text you provided, here’s a summary of important notes for yourself:

1. Review and update your Tarot adviser documents regularly.

2. Reflect on your tarot reading style and personal boundaries to incorporate them into your client intake form.

3. Update your client agreement to set clear expectations with your clients and adjust your boundaries and ethics if needed.

4. Reflect on what new information you wish to include in your Tarot reading template to integrate unique aspects of your style.

5. Make it a practice to review your documentation every six months or after challenging clients or readings. 

6. In the following video, you will learn how to expand your Tarot reading practice.

Based on your tarot reading style and personal boundaries, consider adding questions to your Client In-Took form to help you gain more insight into your clients’ backgrounds, intentions, and expectations. For instance, you can ask them about their preferred communication style, spiritual practices, or previous experiences with Tarot readings. Ask them about the specific area of their life they want guidance on or any questions they may have. Doing so can tailor your reading to meet their unique needs and provide a more personalized experience. RememberRemember to update your Client In-Take form with these additional questions.

Great! Here are some examples of questions you might consider adding to your client intake form:

1. What specific area of your life are you seeking guidance on?

2. Have you had a Tarot reading before? If so, what was your experience like?

3. What are your spiritual beliefs or practices, if any?

4. What is your preferred communication style? (e.g., direct, empathetic, practical)

5. Do you have any specific questions or concerns you would like addressed during your reading?

6. Do you prefer to refrain from discussing topics during your reading? 

7. Do you want me to know anything about you or your situation before we begin?

These questions can help you better understand your client’s needs and tailor your reading to their unique circumstances. Remember to update your client intake form with these additional questions!

Client Intake Form

Name: ____________________________________________________________

Email: ____________________________________________________________

Phone: ____________________________________________________________

Preferred method of contact: ______________________________________________

How did you hear about my services? ___________________________________________

Have you had a Tarot reading before? If so, what was your experience like? ___________________________________________________________________

What specific area of your life are you seeking guidance on? ___________________________________________________________________

What are your spiritual beliefs or practices, if any? ___________________________________________________________________

What is your preferred communication style? (e.g., direct, empathetic, practical) ___________________________________________________________________

Do you have any specific questions or concerns you would like addressed during your reading? ___________________________________________________________________

Do you prefer to refrain from discussing certain topics during your reading? If so, please specify. ___________________________________________________________________

Is there anything else you want me to know about you or your situation before we begin? ___________________________________________________________________

Thank you for taking the time to fill out this form. Your answers will help me provide you with a more personalized and effective Tarot reading.

When reviewing and updating your client agreement, consider adding specific language around confidentiality and how you handle client information. For example, all information shared during the reading is confidential and will not be shared without the client’s explicit consent. You should also outline expectations around payment and cancellations. For instance, you can specify how much notice is required for cancellations and the consequences if a client fails to provide timely notice or payment. Additionally, suppose you’ve had recent experiences where clients have pushed boundaries or asked for readings outside your comfort zone. In that case, add language around what types of readings you don’t offer and why. Finally, reviewing and updating your code of ethics is essential. Consider adding new standards or clarifying existing ones based on your experiences. For example, add a standard around being transparent with clients about your experience level or how you handle complex readings. Remember, your client agreement and code of ethics are living documents that should be updated regularly based on your experiences and evolving understanding of your practice.

Firstly, reflecting on your Tarot reading style and personal boundaries is essential to determine what new expectations you need to set for yourself and your clients. For example, if you’ve decided to stop offering readings on specific topics, such as health or legal issues, you must update your client agreement to reflect this. Secondly, you should consider any misunderstandings and how to prevent them from happening again. For instance, if clients show up late without notifying you, you may want to include a client agreement clause outlining your policy on tardiness and cancellations. Lastly, you should review and update your Code of Ethics to ensure it aligns with your current values and beliefs. For example, suppose you’ve recently learned about cultural appropriation and want to ensure you’re not perpetuating it in your Tarot readings. In that case, you should include a section in your Code of Ethics that addresses this. Remember, your client agreement is a legally binding document that outlines the terms of your Tarot reading services. Hence, ensuring that it accurately reflects your policies and boundaries is essential.

THE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO READING TAROT FOR OTHERS

We will discuss the beginner’s guide to reading tarot for others. This is all about those seven steps to a remarkable reading, but this time, I am applying them to reading tarot for others. So, let’s do a quick recap of those seven steps. One is to create the space. Two, get to the heart of the question. Third, choose the layout. And four, shuffle the cards. Five read the cards and tell the story. Six, answer the question, and seven, reflect and ask for feedback. By now, you’re using these seven steps in your tarot readings, and you’re likely starting to find an excellent flow with these seven steps. So, I want to take you through the same seven steps with you in this video, but we will do it in the context of your reading for your friend. And what I love about having these seven steps on hand is that they give you a little structure. It gives you a guide so you know you’re doing all the right things, moving forward in the right direction, and don’t need to worry. So, let’s go through each of these steps one by one. All right. So, number one is to create the space. Now, when creating the space for a tarot reading, you’re trying to create a space different from the everyday. It doesn’t have to be a big elaborate, I don’t know, or yurt that’s been all fancily designed. It can be as simple as just clearing the table, making sure you have a clear space, maybe even lighting a candle, pulling out one of your favorite crystals, or laying down a beautiful cloth, which gives it that charming, sacred feeling. Then, the mental space is obvious: “Look, I’m learning how to read tarot. I might not do it perfectly, but I’m open to your feedback and sharing this experience.” So, you’re setting up a safe environment with your friend to let her know you are here to learn. Also, it’s an excellent time to clear any nervousness in this mental space. You might be slightly nervous about your first reading, or your friend might also be nervous about using the tarot because not everyone has used tarot before. So, just name the feeling and emotion, then let it go. And then, finally, the spiritual space. Now, again, this does not need to be elaborate; it can be if you want to, but it can be as simple as just closing your eyes, taking in a few deep breaths, and setting an intention to be able to really receive that inner guidance and wisdom throughout the reading. So that’s creating the space. The next part is to get to the heart of the question. And I find the easiest way to do this is to ask, “What’s on your mind? What question do you have that I can answer with the tarot cards?” Now, sometimes, this might also turn into more of a conversation. I recall one of the readings I did with a good friend from my mother’s group, and I think we spent half an hour conversing before we even pulled out the tarot cards. Now, that half an hour, it was mighty; even though we weren’t doing a tarot reading, it compellingly supported the tarot because what we did was we got to the heart of the question, the heart of the issue through that conversation. So, there is a lot of value in diving deep into the conversation before going to the tarot cards. Conversely, it might be like, “Oh, I would just like to read about my career.” Okay. That’s good. Let’s dive a little bit deeper. So, it’s okay to be asking questions. It’s okay to ask for more information. Now, once you have that information, you must confirm your understanding. If you’ve had that half-hour conversation, think about how you can summarize what was shared and what is really the question that’s being asked here and make sure that your friend is also clear, and you’re on the same page, that you’re in alignment. Then, of course, confirm that question, “Here’s what I heard you say. This is what I’m suggesting: we ask the tarot. Does that feel in alignment? Does that feel good? Is that going to give you the insight that you need?” All right. So you now have the question. It’s time to choose a layout. I recommend starting small and discussing only one, two, or three cards. Forget about a 10-card Celtic Cross unless you want to practice that one. Keep it small because you’ll not have to worry about the spread positions. You can just give a reading and stay present and clear with that reading. Another way to do it is to use just one card per question. So, if your friend has asked, “Well, what’s happening in my current career? What could I be moving towards?” Maybe you just pull a card per question. So you’ve got the layout, so you’re now ready to shuffle the cards. I like to do this because when I have somebody with me present with me in physical terms, I like to shuffle the cards a little bit, and then I hand them over to the other person. I have them shuffle it. And as they’re shuffling, I tell them, “Look, you’ve got to really tune into your question, your situation, and channel that energy into the cards.” Now, you have to judge a situation bit because sometimes people grab those cards, fly everywhere, and feel nervous just shuffling them. If that’s the case, shuffling the cards yourself and channeling their energy on their behalf is okay. All right. So now you have these beautifully shuffled cards, and you’re ready to pull them out and lay them out for reading. So, when reading the cards, you can interpret each. Card by card is a great way to start if you’re a beginner, and then you can look for those connections in the cards. Now, because you were reading for a friend, I would love for you to involve your friend in the reading. Maybe you pick up one of the cards and say, “What do you see on this card? I see this, but what do you see? And where do you see yourself on this card? What kinds of feelings or emotions arise when you look at this card? What do you think the deeper message is for you?” I tell you that even when. I’ve been reading for over 20 years, I love using this technique with others because it’s so fascinating what comes up through their intuition and what it’s doing is also supporting that person to connect with their own inner wisdom at the same time and that has potent effects in the long term. So, involve your friends in reading and invite them to interpret the cards. It’s also a lovely way to engage and connect with your friend, and it’s almost like learning together. All right. So then at the end of that reading, once you’ve interpreted the cards, you’ve looked for the connections, you’ve invited your friend to be part of it, answer the questions, go back to what was the original question that was asked, and what do these cards tell you about that particular question. You can also summarize the key points and highlight any key cards. So perhaps you’ve seen a Major Arcana card that really stood out to you or a theme across these cards. Bring that to the surface as you answer the question. All right. Finally, reflect and ask for feedback. Like, “What was the surprising thing you got for this reading? You, your friend, will probably say, “What a wonderful reading you’ve just given.” Sometimes, you might need to ask or dig deeper to get feedback, “Well, what could I have done better?” Knowing that will help you improve your skills as a tarot reader. And then, finally, I really want to invite you to reflect on what you have learned during the process. This is your opportunity to learn more about your reading for others and how you can personally develop. You are honing your intuitive wisdom muscle as well as you do this. So, I’ve created two bonus resources to support you in this process. So, I’ve created a guide sheet with seven steps for reading tarot with others. I recommend you print this out and have it nearby when you read tarot for others. And that way, you know, “Okay, I’ve done that step, that step,” and so on. In the end, it’ll be like riding a bicycle to know you have to think about everything at the start, but as you do it a few times, you’ll be able to let go of that guide sheet and wild bonus resource I have for you is the reading tarot for others and the self-reflection worksheet. This worksheet is designed to support you after each reading that you do so that someone else can reflect on what you could do better. What did I learn from this reading? What has this shown me about myself and my style as a reader? So make sure you print out a few of those and have them handy as you read them for others. All right. So you now have the seven steps for reading tarot for others, which means your activity for this video is to go and read for a friend, a study buddy, or a family member, and use this as your practice opportunity to bring everything that you’ve just learned into action, and really learn it from the experience. Then, use that self-reflection worksheet so that you can get a profound understanding of what you’re doing well and where you can improve. All right, my friends. So, in our next video, I’ll talk you through the 7 tips for success of tarot reading.

1. The module is about tarot card reading for beginners.
2. The seven steps for a remarkable reading are: create the space, get to the heart of the question, choose the layout, shuffle the cards, read the cards and tell the story, answer the question, and reflect and ask for feedback.
3. Creating a safe and sacred space is crucial for a successful tarot card reading session.
4. Getting to the heart of the question and confirming understanding before proceeding with the reading is essential.
5. Start small with the layout, choosing just one or two cards to keep the reading simple and straightforward.
6. Shuffling the cards is crucial to channel the energy into the cards.
7. Reading the cards and telling a story is vital to the reading process.
8. Answering the question should be done with empathy and understanding.
9. Reflecting and asking for feedback is essential to improve your tarot reading skills.

Friend’s name: Sarah
Date of Reading: August 15th, 2021
Question: What can I do to improve my relationship with my sister?
Reading:
For this reading, I used a three-card spread. As I shuffled the cards, I focused on Sarah’s question, asking the universe to guide me toward the cards that would provide the most helpful insight. The first card I drew was the Three of Cups, representing celebration, joy, and coming together. This card tells me that Sarah and her sister have the potential for a harmonious and joyful relationship. The second card I drew was the Five of Swords, which may indicate a past conflict or disagreement between the two. However, the card is reversed, which suggests that Sarah and her sister have the opportunity to move past this and find a resolution. The third card I drew was the Ace of Cups, representing emotional fulfillment and new beginnings. This card tells me that Sarah and her sister have the potential to deepen their relationship and create emotional abandon the cards that came up in the rreadiSaraa’srsister can improve their relationship by focusing on the positive aspects of their connection and looking for opportunities to celebrate and come together. They may need to address past conflicts or disagreements, but there is the potential for healing and resolution. Finally, the Ace of Cups suggests the potential for a new beginning in their relationship, with the possibility of creating a deeper emotional connection.

The reflection of this reading indicates that Sarah and her sister have the potential for a harmonious and joyful relationship. The cards suggest that they can improve their relationship by focusing on the positive aspects of their connection and looking for opportunities to celebrate and come together. The reading also indicates that they may need to address past conflicts or disagreements, but there is the potential for healing and resolution. Finally, the Ace of Cups suggests the potential for a new beginning in their relationship, possibly creating a deeper emotional connection. Overall, the reading offers hope and encouragement for Sarah and her sister to work on improving their relationship and building a stronger bond.

TAKING THE FIRST STEP OF READING FOR OTHERS

Limiting Belief: I need to be more skilled in reading tarot cards to others.

Why do I believe this to be true? It’s true because I’m still learning and practicing, and I feel more experience before I can confidently read for others.

Why is it not true? I have learned a lot about Tarot and have been practicing consistently. I have already started reading Tarot for myself and received positive feedback from friends and family. I have the basic knowledge and skills to begin reading for others, and I can continue learning and improving as I go.

1. Overcoming limiting beliefs is crucial to start reading Tarot for others.
2. Acknowledge the feeling of self-doubt and let go of it to move forward.
3. Connect with the desire to serve others and help them connect with their intuition.
4. Labeling oneself as a tarot reader is necessary, and it is optional to start reading Tarot for others.
5. Journaling and using Tarot cards to go deeper can help overcome limiting beliefs.
6. Write down the limiting Belief that has held you back from reading Tarot to others.
7. Identify why you believe this and why it’s not true.
8. Visualize yourself as the person you want to be to eliminate limiting beliefs.
   Hey there. This blog post will discuss taking the first steps to read Tarot for others. This is really about aligning your mindset, overcoming any limiting beliefs that might be getting in your way, and then thinking practically about the next steps you will take to start reaching out to your friends and family to start practicing reading for others. So, let’s begin with those limiting beliefs. I know I had this one when I started, and I’m not ready. But here’s the thing. I have yet to be 100% ready. Have you? I don’t know. I’ve been about 80% or 90% every time I’ve gone for it. There’s always been that little part of doubt in me. I could do better in this part or better in that part. I want to acknowledge that it’s widespread to feel that limiting Belief that I’m not ready, but it doesn’t necessarily mean anything. Here’s the thing. If you’ve been studying with me and taking this journey, you already know the Tarot card meanings, the upright and the reversed card meanings, and how to do some simple one to three-card spreads. And no doubt, you’ve already started reading for yourself, and you’ve seen some unique insights from your own readings. So, even if you might not feel ready to read with others, I want you to feel rock solid knowing that you are more prepared than you are. All right. Overcoming limiting belief number two is that I need to be better than that. Okay. You’ve probably heard of imposter syndrome, where you feel like you’re a fraud, you’re not good enough, and you’re not ready enough. But here’s the thing. We all go through this at some time. And you think, Well, I’m not psychic enough, or I’m not intuitive enough, or I haven’t quite mastered this skill or that skill. Just acknowledge that feeling of self-doubt coming up and then just let go of it because it’s there; you say, “Hello, self-doubt, I can see you. All right. Thanks very much. Pop you in the corner while I get on and read Tarot. “And here’s the thing. I want you to connect with that desire that comes from being of service to others, to help others, to really connect with your intuition, and to help others connect with their intuition. It’s when we see that we can be of service and are fulfilling a deeper purpose and meaning with our Tarot readings that it doesn’t matter if we’re good enough. Speaker 2: We go for it anyway because we know we’re here to serve and help. So, connect with that desire that comes from within you to help and serve. All right. So, number three, one of the other limiting beliefs that come up is that I wonder if I want people to know I’m a Tarot reader. I had this same Belief, particularly when I was younger. So, in my early twenties, I started reading tarot cards. And you know what? I don’t want people to think I’m a Tarot reader because I had an image of an older woman dressed in scarves with her crystal ball and dark eye shadow. I thought, well, that’s not me. And if I start calling myself a Tarot reader, does that mean I’m trying to step into that or not. Here’s the thing. What I want you to see yourself as is just someone who’s using Tarot cards to connect with their inner wisdom. You don’t have to label yourself a Tarot reader just yet. You can be a regular person who owns some cards and pulls a few cards to tune into their inner wisdom. All right. So those are some of the most common limiting beliefs. You should think now about your potential limiting beliefs when reading Tarot to others. So, this is in your workbooks, and I would love for you to work through it. So, the way I’d like you to do this is to journal. You might use your Tarot cards to go a little bit deeper. But first, I just want you to write down what comes to mind. So, what limiting Belief has held you back from reading Tarot to others? Now, I know one of mine was I’m not psychic enough. So that’s what you write down, whatever your limiting Belief might be. Now, number two, why do you believe this to be true? So, for me, it was I’m not psychic enough. Well, to dead people. I don’t see ghosts. Therefore, I’m not psychic enough, right? This is the thinking that was going on. Now, number three, why is it not true? What evidence tells you that this Belief is false? Okay. So now we’ve got to flip our thinking a little bit. If I think I’m not psychic enough, what evidence do I have that this is false? Well, there was that one time when I was holding someone’s watch, and I had all of this imagery flash up about his life and career. And I go, okay, well, maybe I have some evidence that I am at least a little psychic. So, I want you to think about this for your limiting Beliefs. What evidence do you have that limiting Belief is false? The fourth step is to visualize yourself as the person you want to be. So, if I’m thinking about whether or not I am psychic enough, what it looks like when I am psychic to the level that feels comfortable for me. So I might close my eyes. I might imagine myself in that beautiful, psychic, intuitive state, and there goes the limiting Belief, right? We’ve eliminated those beliefs and are bringing something more aligned and truer to ourselves. So I definitely invite you to do that. Now, you can pause the video or after the end of this video. All right, let’s talk now about who to practice with. So we’re getting a little bit more practical, more tactical. Here are some ideas about getting started by reading Tarot for others. So one, you can practice with friends. Friends are great because they’ve got your back. They get you. They understand you. They’re your best cheerleaders. They really do want to see you succeed. You can also practice with Tarot study buddies. Maybe there’s another Tarot we can do readings for and exchange readings together. Now, you can also start doing the free Tarot readings or the practice readings on the Biddy Tarot community. This is a more expansive experience because you read for people you don’t know. Still, you’ll have access to people worldwide who would love to have a reading with you and will provide you with these amazing practice opportunities. And then, finally, you might have a Tarot group locally in your community. Maybe you even have a Tarot meet-up where you have eight or 10 people in a room practicing giving readings to each other. Again, it is a supportive learning environment that you can create for yourself and your practice readings. All right. I want to give you some tips for asking about your first tarot date. So, number one, mindset is key. So we’ve done some work around letting go of those limiting beliefs and replacing those beliefs with a powerful sense of positivity about what you can achieve. So that leads me to this condone, which is to set a positive intention. You might even envision that moment when you ask your friends, Hey, can I give you a reading?And then you imagine that they say, “Oh my goodness, I can’t believe it’s taken you so long to ask me. “And you have a really positive experience. So, set that positive intention. Number three is to let people know that you want to practice. And I know it can be a little bit nerve-wracking to let other people know that you read because we always worry about being judged or what someone else will think. But I have been pleasantly surprised so many times when I’ve told someone about Tarot, and I didn’t think they would like it, but they did. And it’s led to some really positive interactions. So, just by letting people know you are ready and willing to practice, people will say, “Yes, please. I would love to read with you. ‘And all of those opportunities that are going to open up to you. Number four is to listen for the opportunities. So, let’s say you’re having a conversation with a friend. You might hear her saying, “Oh, well, I’ve got to decide whether I got his direction or this direction. “You’re like, “Oh, I think I could use my Tarot cards for that. “Or maybe she’s saying, “Look, I’m not sure what to do in my career. I feel like something else is calling me. “And you’re like, “Okay, let’s pull out those Tarot cards. “So there are lots and lots of opportunities there for you. Now, the final one is no pressure. So whether it’s okay for your friend, family member, or whoever to say no, thank you. So you might offer your reading that at the end of the day, they might say, “You know what? I don’t think it’s for me. “That’s okay. Don’t worry. There’s plenty more fish in the sea and plenty more people who would love to have a reading with you. Don’t take it personally. Just respect that we each have our different ways of doing things. All right. So that should have you all set up to ask for your first Tarot date. So that leads us to the next activity. And this is your commitment. So, what one action do you commit to in the next seven days to find someone to practice your readings with? So you might consider reading for a friend or a family member. You might think about who that is. You might think about what they’ve been talking about lately and how to set that positive intention, so go out and ask them, “Hey, can I practice my tarot readings with you? “I think they are going to be so excited to have you read their cards for them, and they’ve probably been wondering why it’s taken you so long to ask them. So that is your activity for today. All right. So, in our next video, I will talk about the beginner’s guide to reading Tarot for others, which walks you through the seven steps to how you can now take all those beautiful skills you’ve created and use them to read for others. I’ll see you there.

6 MISTAKES TAROT READERS MAKE WHEN READING FOR THEMSELVES

One common mistake is doing a tarot reading when they’re highly emotional. When people are highly emotional, it can be challenging to interpret the cards objectively. To avoid this, people should wait until they’re in a calmer state of mind before doing a reading.

Another mistake is to keep drawing extra tarot cards as clarifiers. This approach can lead to clarity and make it interpret the cards’ messages. Instead, people should be mindful of how they use clarifying cards and ask specific questions to get the necessary information.

A third mistake is doing multiple tarot readings on the same topic. This can lead to clarity and make deciphering the cards’ messages harder. To avoid this, people should set a limit for themselves and wait at least a month before asking the same question again.

Lastly, people may research multiple tarot card readings for their desired answer. This approach can lead to confirmation bias and make it harder to objectively interpret the cards’ messages. To avoid this, people should focus on asking open-ended questions and be open to receiving any message that the cards have for them.

Overall, it’s essential to approach a tarot reading with an open mind, be mindful of your emotional state, ask specific questions, and avoid confirmation bias. By doing this, people can get the most out of their readings and avoid common mistakes.

1. Avoid doing a tarot reading when you’re highly emotional.
2. Don’t keep drawing extra tarot cards as clarifiers.
3. Do not do multiple tarot readings on the same topic.
4. Avoid researching multiple tarot card readings for the answer you want.
5. Set a limit for yourself and wait at least a month before asking the same question again.
6. Be mindful of how you’re using clarifying cards.
7. Create a sacred space and set intentions when reading the tarot.
8. Stay focused on your tarot reading, and be conscious of how you’re interpreting the cards.
9. Come at it from a place of love rather than fear.
10. Trust your intuition and gut feeling when interpreting the tarot cards.
    Welcome to Video 9: The 6 Mistakes Tarot Readers Make When Reading for Tarot for Themselves. I tell you what? We have this post on the Biddy Tarot website, and it’s got to be one of the most popular tarot posts that we have. It’s because we can relate to many of these mistakes. I’m like, oh man, I made that mistake. I want to highlight some of these mistakes to bring them into your conscious awareness. I will also give you some recommendations for how to move past and avoid these mistakes. All right, let’s check-in. Are you making any of these mistakes? If so, let’s check-in and ask what we can do about them. Mistake number one is you do a tarot reading when you’re highly emotional.
    Imagine it; maybe you’ve just been on a phone call with your best friend and had a huge falling out. A huge misunderstanding. You’re like, this nasty person; how dare she say that to me. But underneath, you’re like, but I’m so upset that I’m arguing with a friend, and all this emotion is coming up. Now, yes, you might be tempted to go and get your tarot cards and go. What does this mean? We’re like, is everything ruined? And quickly draw the cards. The trouble is that when we’re in a highly emotional state, we’re often not open to receiving the messages of the tarot. We might be more inclined to rush through the cards and go, I didn’t like that card. I’ll choose another one, and so on. Some people thrive when they are emotional, and they use the cards. Typically, people are more conscious and can come from being constructive and being in your heart space. You may feel like I have a bit of emotion here, but I know I can use the tarot constructively right now. I’m not just going to search for the answer I want; it’s okay. But I want you to check if you feel that big rush. “Okay, when I look at the tarot cards, am I open to receiving your messages? Yes, no? Am I going to come at it from a place of love or fear?” Then, decide if you should wait or go straight ahead. Okay, mistake number two. You keep drawing extra tarot cards as clarifiers. I’ve certainly been guilty of these early on in my tarot reading career, particularly when reading tarot for myself. You do that reading, and maybe it’s like, what’s the future of my relationship with this person? Then you’re getting a death card, and you’re like, no.
    Death of what? No! This is no good! Quick, draw another card. Then, maybe 10 of swords, you’re like, no. It can’t be possible; quick draw another card. And before you know it, you have an extra 10 cards in front of you. You may be trying to resist that message or need clarification because you’ve got 10 different answers to one question. It’s essential that you just be conscious of how you’re using clarifying cards. I generally don’t use a clarifier card, and if I do, I’ll be asking a specific question to go with that card. It won’t just be something like, I don’t get what this card means; I’ll just draw another one. It will be like death. Okay, death. You change, and new things are coming through, tarot. What is the new thing that’s coming through here? Then, you draw another card. That way, you are keeping much more focused on your tarot reading. Okay, mistake number three.
    You do multiple tarot readings on the same topic. Again, I have been guilty of this before. You can also relate, for example, are we going to be together forever? There are better questions than this one, but you might ask at the cards. And the first round says, “No.” You’re like, I don’t like that answer. I’ll do another reading. Just see what else comes out. So, you lay out the cards again. Now you’re sort of getting, “No.” And you keep doing it repeatedly, hoping that one time you might get the four of ones, or the ten of cups, or the lovers card. But you keep getting other cards that are different from what you want every time. Here’s what I suggest. Set a limit for yourself. You should only do one reading on one topic and then wait at least a month or until things change and evolve further. I have to resist asking the tarot cards the same thing repeatedly because you’re going to get either the same message but answered differently, or you’ll just get totally confused. Okay.
    Mistake four is you researched multiple tarot card readings, probably biddytarot.com for the one you want. Again, I’ve been guilty of this too. You may have asked about your career, and you sing like the seven of ones, and you want to know if you’ll get the promotion. You see, the seven ones your gut tells you, getting that promotion will be competitive. There may be someone in that role, and they’re not willing to give up that role. That’s what my gut tells me, but I don’t like that answer. I’ll go onto biddytarot.com, and then I’ll go onto Google. I will also find a website that says the seven ones mean promotion. Finally, you do find that answer. But, in your gut, it was different. Again, set some personal boundaries to go with what your gut tells you. If you find yourself seeking that perfect answer, return to your intention when reading the tarot. Make sure you’re creating that sacred space because when you set that holy space, you’re opening yourself up to receive all messages, not just the ones you want. Okay, the mistake number is that you use a complicated tarot spread for your readings. All you want to know is what you might experience in a new job. But, suddenly, you’re doing a 20-card tarot reading, a considerable astrology spread, or maybe even the Celtic cross. And it doesn’t quite feel right. You’re like, I’ve got all these cards; I wanted to know if this would be a good job. It’s essential to bring it back and take things simple. Often, a two or three-card spread can give you so much depth and clarity in reading. You don’t have to overcomplicate things. Just pair it back, and then allow yourself time and space to dive into those few cards that you draw. Mistake number six, and this is our last one, is you interpret the tarot reading the way you want. You ask the tarot, is this job going to be excellent? Because you’re hopeful it will be unique, it says, “Not really. Your boss is not going to be so nice to you.” But you keep trying to find ways to turn it into the message that you want. Again, just as with that previous one, you wish to return to that sacred space and that intention around receiving all messages, no matter what they might be. All right, here’s your activity for this lesson. I want you to reflect on the six mistakes here and think, am I making any of these mistakes right now? And if you’re making one, you’re making six, so don’t be too hard on yourself. This is more about bringing consciousness to your tarot reading practice. And then, seeking out you can resolve some of these mistakes. What can you do to avoid these mistakes in your tarot practice? All right, coming up next is our final video for this module, where we bring it all together. I’ll see you there. All right, here’s your activity for this lesson. I want you to reflect on the six mistakes here and think, am I making any of these mistakes right now? And if you’re making one, you’re making six, so don’t be too hard on yourself. This is more about bringing consciousness to your tarot reading practice. And then, seeking out you can resolve some of these mistakes. What can you do to avoid these mistakes in your tarot practice? All right, coming up next is our final video for this module, where we bring it all together. I’ll see you there.

MAKE MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS

READ THE TAROT WITH CONFIDENCE Module 4: Remarkable Readings (Part 2)
So, welcome to making meaningful connections. We scanned the reading and started looking at card by card and what each card meant. The next step is to bring together to create a story. In this video, I will show you how you can make tarot card combinations. We’re typically working with two-card combinations, but these are the techniques you can use to start looking at three cards, even four cards. Then, you create these little connections in your tarot readings. Now, remember to make meaningful connections because you can get carried away with, oh, look at that and that; they’re the same, and isn’t that interesting? But if it doesn’t help us answer the question, it’s unimportant for that reading. So, think about what connections in your reading are most meaningful and helpful in answering the questions. If you have already studied and mastered the meanings of the tarot card, these techniques will already be known. We cover more details in learning the meanings of the tarot card, but I wanted to give you a refresher on these techniques or a quick intro. So let’s get into it. So, number one, keywords and themes. You can look at a couple of cards in your reading and see if there is a connection between the keywords or the theme they share? So, for example, with the nine cups reversed, that’s about greed. Then, the 10 cups might be excessive partying, or it might even be like fantasizing about what’s possible. Then, if you bring those two together, you start to get these combined meanings of hedonism or even emptiness of feeling of emptiness. Even though you think you’ve got everything, you feel like you’ve got nothing. You see how those two cards combine to give us an overall theme. Number two is you can look for cards in your reading that reinforce one another or even oppose or contrast. So if we have the moon and the high [inaudible 00:02:54], then a lot of that subtle, more profound energy is at play, and the intuition is even more enhanced in that reading. On the other hand, if you have opposing cards, think about the contrast in your own life. As we’ve talked about before, calm versus stressed and overwhelmed. They’re two very contrasting feelings. When we’re experiencing that contrast, it can create a lot of tension for us and even more stress and overwhelm. So, looking for opposing cards can show you where conflict or inner conflict is and can provide fascinating information in a reading. So, for example, here we’ve got 10 cups reversed and 10 pentacles. These are opposing because 10 of Pentacles is all about togetherness, but 10 of Cups might be about things falling apart. So, there might be togetherness on the material level. We can pay for all of these family events, but we don’t like each other, or there might be something like that. So you know, look for those contrasts. Another exciting connection is looking at the major and minor cards coming together. So, the majors are about why or what, whereas the minor cards are about the how. So you might find a connection where you’ve got a high priestess and the eight swords, so the theme here is to access your intuition. How? Let go of those negative thoughts or limiting beliefs, so they come together nicely in a tarot reading. Have a look for suits. We talked about this when you’re scanning the reading. Think about how do those suits combine with one another? If you’ve got a lot of that same suit, you’ve certainly got a lot of energy around that suit in the reading. Here are some examples. You might be imbalanced between heart and mind if you’ve got cups and swords. Cups and pentacles might be a balance between the emotional and the physical. Think about that in the context of a relationship. Cups and ones might be about living passionately and intuitively. Swords and ones balance tangible and intangible thoughts and ideas. Just think mindfully about how those suits might combine in a tarot reading.
Also, think about the numbers and how they connect in a reading. Again, if you’ve got two of the same number, you’ve got this strengthening of that number. Think about the symbols. Have you got common symbols? And how are they interacting with each other? So with the high priestess and the moon, we’ve got the moon as that connecting symbol. You might even be talking about the moon cycles in the context of this particular reading. Then, finally, you can look at dynamics and interactions. This is a favorite of mine. I love looking at how the figures in the cards are interacting with one another. Are they looking towards each other? Do they have this kind of mutual connection? Or is one looking towards the other one, but the other one looking away? Just like we can see here. Even when looking at the flow dynamics between those two figures, the pages are very young seekers, and the helmet is almost like this young seeker but 50 years down the track. He’s experienced life, created his own life lessons, traveled his path, and perhaps he is here and ready to shine the light for the new page to come through. You can even look at if someone the figure is the card is looking towards the past, the present, so looking face on or the future. If you see the same overall reading, you’ve got a lot of people looking straight on, then you know that there’s a connection to the present moment, or if you’re noticing that most of the figures are looking to the left, then there’s a lot of focus on the past and so on. Now, we’ve included the ultimate guide to tarot card combinations, which is a breakdown of these different techniques and even more information about how to use these techniques in your tarot readings. So check that out. It’s inside of the learning hub. So, if you want to get a bit deeper into how you can do tarot card combinations, print it out, study it, and use it. I recommend just getting to the practice of connecting cards. It’s as simple as getting your tarot deck, splitting it into two, and continuing to flip them. Okay, ace of cups, five of cups, what’s the connection? What’s the combined meaning? Next card, we’ve got a high priestess again and the wheel of fortune. What’s the connection again? Just that practice will prepare your mind to quickly seek and interpret those different card combinations when you do a tarot reading. All right, back to our example reading we’re working through. You’ve scanned the reading and read each card; now, I want you to find some meaningful connections in these cards. You might see, oh, look, there’s the high priestess and the moon, that’s interesting. How do those two connect? Or you might be seeing the nine cups reversed and the three cups reversed. How do they connect as well? So look through that, see what you come up with, and remember to keep relating it back to. Will my money problems end soon? Awesome.

Unleashing Your Inner Tarot Master: Embrace Your Destiny

The Three of Cups suggests that the Tarot celebrates connection and community. It represents joy, harmony, and the coming together of different people in a spirit of friendship and camaraderie. In this sense, the Tarot is a tool for personal growth and insight and a means of connecting with others and building meaningful relationships. The Three of Cups reminds us that the Tarot is not just about individual experience but also about the collective experience of humanity and our shared journey towards greater understanding and fulfillment.- The Tarot is a 78-card deck containing symbols, stories, and universal ideas related to the human experience.

• The Major Arcana cards represent spiritual or karmic lessons, while the Minor Arcana cards refer to day-to-day events and personalities.
• Arthur Edward Waite’s quote about the Tarot suggests that it embodies the implicit characteristics of the human mind and contains a secret doctrine available to all.
• It’s essential to develop one’s understanding of how the Tarot works and to respect others’ different perspectives on it.
• One fun way to explore the meaning of Tarot is to draw a card and reflect on its message.
• The Tarot can help us see beyond our comfort zone and anticipate what’s coming up.
• The Tarot is not meant to predict the future but to offer guidance and insights into our present circumstances.Welcome to video two, “What is the Tarot?” Arthur Edward Waite, the creator of the Rider-Waite Tarot deck, says this about Tarot. He says, “The Tarot embodies symbolical presentations of universal ideas, behind which lie all the implicit characteristics of the human mind, and it’s in this sense that they contain secret doctrine, which is the realization the few of truths embedded in the consciousness of all.” It’s a very rich quote, but it has many exciting ideas about what the Tarot really is. On the face of it, let’s consider what Tarot is from a structural perspective. Yes, it is pictures on cardboard at the very essence of it. But when you dive deeper, you realize that goodness knows how, but these cards are like the Book of Life. They contain so many of our spiritual lessons. So you think about the 22 Major Arcana cards, which are our spiritual lessons, our karmic lessons, the things that present themselves as big themes in our lives. Then, we have our 56 Minor Arcana cards. Within that, there are 40 numbered cards, which often speak about particular situations or day-to-day events that are happening for us, and we have 16 court cards, which represent the personalities or characteristics of people or even conditions. So these cards all come together to form this 78-card Tarot deck. And again, it’s that Book of Life; it’s that connection to what makes us human, and somehow, many of the experiences and lessons we learned are captured in the Tarot deck. And that’s what Arthur Edward Waite says here: that the Tarot embodies the symbolic presentations. Think about the cards; they’ve got symbols in them, they’ve got stories, they’re telling stories, and the symbolical presentation of universal ideas. “Universal ideas” imply that this is something that we can all tap into, that we can all relate to, that has meaning for us, and behind which lie all the implicit characteristics of the human mind. Amazing, right? It’s this representation of how we think, feel, and engage in life, and it’s all contained in the 78 Tarot cards. It’s in this sense that they contain secret doctrine. I’m not a big fan of the woo-woo, secret, mysterious stuff around the Tarot. I would much prefer that everybody has access to this information and can use it in meaningful ways. But I respect everyone’s different ways of looking at the Tarot. But he says, “It’s a realization of the few truths embedded in the consciousness of all.” So again, I do see that as this doorway to, it’s available to all of us. It connects to who we are as humans and how we think, see, perceive, feel, etc. So that’s that level of consciousness. So again, a really, really rich quote to help us connect with what the Tarot means. Remember, this is one person’s perspective on how the Tarot works. I think it is important as a tarot reader and practitioner to discover how you feel that the tarot works, how you experience it, and your beliefs around it. Here’s a really fun way of connecting with: what is Tarot? Why don’t we just ask for our Tarot cards? So pick up your deck, give it a shuffle, and ask, “What is Tarot? Hey, Tarot. What is a Tarot?” Let’s see what comes up today. What is a Tarot? I think one more. No, one more. All right. Lovely. So we have the three wands. What is a Tarot? For this, I see it as Tarot is seeing beyond the ordinary, beyond the normal, beyond our boundaries and comfort zone, and looking outwards to what’s coming up for us. I mean, this is neat. In the three wands, we have the ships, and it’s always like standing where you are right now and seeing what is coming up for you. Based on where you are, what are your ships coming in? And how can you extend your reach beyond just the here and now? How can you start to travel a little further into the future and discover, “Am I heading towards the place that I really want to head to, or do I need to make changes?” So that is really neat. Again, I want you to draw your Tarot card and see what comes up for you. Now pop that into your workbook and write your insights in there. And it may also start to open you up to new perspectives with the Tarot and how it works for you. Now, I also did an enjoyable exercise with the Major Arcana cards, where I went from The Fool all the way through to The World, and I used it to help me understand what The Fool tells us about how Tarot works. And then maybe, like, what does The Magician tell us? What does The High Priestess tell us? What does the Death card tell us? What does The Devil card tell us about how Tarot works? So, if you want to take it that little step further, definitely draw the one card for “What is Tarot?” but maybe draw several cards or go through the Major Arcana cards and let that guide you and show you how many different ways that the Tarot can express itself and be brought into your life. Many people ask me about Tarot and whether it predicts the future. In fact, I’ve been in several taxis now where the driver’s going, ” What do you do?” And I’m like, “Well, I’m a Tarot reader.” And then he’s like, “Oh, so it’s like where you can see the future and stuff?” I think, “Well, yes, no, not really.” So, let’s get clear about where Tarot sits regarding predicting the future. Does it or doesn’t it? And it does come down to your personal belief systems. But I want to share how I feel about whether or not Tarot predicts the future. To illustrate this, I want to take this quote from The Alchemist, a beautiful book. If you haven’t read it, please, please do. So it says, “When people consult me, it’s not that I’m reading the future. I’m guessing in the future. The future belongs to a higher being, and only he reveals it under extraordinary circumstances. How do I guess in the future? Based on the omens of the present. The secret is here in the present. If you pay attention to the present, you can improve upon it. And if you improve on the present, what comes later will also improve.” And I could not think of a better quote to wrap up how I see the Tarot working. Because I think that when we pay attention to our present, what’s going on right now, where might our current actions take us in the future, and if that’s not where we want to go, then we can change things up, we can improve things, and then we can be taken to the place that we really want to go to. So it’s not really about thinking, “Okay, this is exactly what’s going to happen in the future,” because our future is not set in stone. And as the quote says here, the future belongs to God, the universe, Allah, and whatever this higher being is in your life. But ultimately, if we pay attention to that present situation and see what’s going on right now, we can start to change things up and take the direction we want. So, for me, a tarot reading is very much about what is going on right now, what it might tell us about where we’re heading, and how we can reach our goals and our desired future. All right, I’m going to leave you with that. I really want you to think that one through. Sit on it for a little while. Think about how you connect with the Tarot. Is it a fortune-telling tool, or is it something else? In the next video, we will get even deeper into what you believe and how that shapes how you read the Tarot cards. It’s going to be a good one. I’ll see you there.