Tarot Talk & Technique

Once I had someone ask me if they should kill themselves following the death of this woman’s husband. She had no one else in the world and she lived in a remote place....here in the desert SW. I told her that I wasn’t in the position to tell her that, but that I could understand her situation. In retrospect, I realize it would’ve been wise to have rolled the cards and engaged in a dialog to see if something more might have come of it. Also, I’ve dealt with depression, anxiety and being very sensitive, so I could empathize and I definitely couldn’t’ judge her for thinking what, in her situation, was a pretty well thought out, rational thought. Has anyone else had a …

Is anyone else turned off by cards that have oversized, decorative borders? A few years ago, I bought the Mystic Faerie tarot, because I loved its beautiful artwork. When I went through the cards, however, I couldn't get past the large scrolling borders around each card. The cards all started to look alike, and they made me think of framed portraits instead of spiritual tools. Fortunately, the cards were slightly crumpled on the side, so I had an excuse to return them. All in all, I think I'd rather the space taken up by a border be used to portray a scene that represents the card's meaning. What do you all think?

I was given a new deck by someone I recently ended things with. It’s a wonderful deck and I want to use it, but is that a bad idea? What’s is the general consensus on using gifted tarot decks when you have negative feelings toward the person who gave it? Any ideas for DEEP cleaning the deck before use?

I'm just sort of curious! Out of the time that you spend in your day working with tarot, thinking about tarot, studying tarot, playing with tarot, what sort of balance you've struck! I'll talk about my balance in a bit, but I want to see what the polls bring in first!

I've been struggling some lately with these two cards. I know the five is traditionally read as "defeat" - but it's interesting because the art in most cards really foregrounds the victory. (In my go-to deck, the victor looks sad about winning, rather than smug, but he's still clearly foregrounded). I'm curious - particularly for those who don't rely on keywords, how often are you reading that card from the perspective of the losers vs the winner in the foreground? I have similar issues with the 7. The risk of loss from theft, sure, but it can also be gaining via deception? How often do you read that as underhanded victory as opposed to losing because of perfidy? H…

Meaning of these tarot in Love? Six of Swords Ten of Cups

Hey all! I have a question to raise to all This is in NO way a criticism - just my contemplations I have been reading here on the forum for quiet some time - and I see myself as a rather good reader- I am not Super psychic but I feel I can attune quiet well to the questions plus have a rich inner world when doing interpretations. Now, my issue is that when people ask questions they don't ( usually) provide much information- which means that ALL I get are the cards- now many a times I create a narrative which is plausible to me - only to discover that when applied to the life of the querent it has different meanings- details I knew nothing about- so basical…

Hey all, I'm very much interested in Tarot cards at the moment. Now I'm wondering about this question and can't seem to find any answers on it. In readings is the Major Arcana more relevant than the Minor Arcana cards? Or should all of them be considered important? Here are some examples for a career reading: Lets say someone gets The Tower, The 10 of Pentacles and The 4 of Wands, how would that be interpreted? Lets say someone gets The Chariot, The 5 of Pentacles and The 5 of Cups, how would that be interpreted? One example is a Major Arcana card that is terrible, followed by 2 good minor cards to get in a reading. The other example is a Major Arcana card …

Hey all! So. when learning tarot a few years back from my original teacher- she introduced a few rules which at the time I saw as unbreakable.. now I am not so sure.. Would love your input on this: 1) When ever you put the deck away make sure the first and last cards are positive to ensure the overall energy the deck emits is positive.. 2) When using clarifying cards to get further insights you must NEVER use classifiers on the High priestess and Hermit cards Funny story about rule 2: Once i did draw a clarifier on the high priestess by mistake and got the Hermit... ::) So.. what are your thoughts of these two "laws".. do they hold any water?

How did you get started in tarot? I’ve tried on numerous occasions since age 11 and it just hasn’t been a good fit. I started with RW, at one point had a teacher who insisted on Thoth—not a good energy fit for me, and now I’m back on a lark....I had a dream of the Star card out of the blue, after about 15 years since I’d put tarot on the back burner. Now I’m journaling with Labyrinthos and I’m finding it enjoyable, revealing and cathartic. Now I’m in the process of trying to pick out a deck (I only have 3 decks, RWS, RW Universal and the Lovers Tarot) and trying to learn as much as possible. I know I should dip my toe into trying one card readings, but I don’t feel I…

I have seen a few blogs here and there where they answer prompts with their cards, for writing. Does anyone here do that? Do you use a list of prompts? A certain deck?

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It's been two weeks (at least) since a tower moment happened to me. I anticipated that moment (had a reading previously where I was told that I will lose something (5oC rx) because I just went with the flow, did nothing, let it be (hangedman rx). For weeks, I have been thinking is it really me who didn't exert anything? I specifically asked that if I took action, will it be in my favor and 60-70 percent of the cards said yes. Well, that is all water under the bridge now. I asked for a three card outcome/advice on whether now that I freed myself, goodthings will happen to me. Will I regret it in the future and got Devil, 4 of cups and 3 of wands. I was addicted and c…

I was just wondering how many of you have dealt with doubt re: your metaphysical pursuits? Spiritual things have always been a big part of my life, but there’ve been so many times I’ve stopped myself with doubt...then keep coming back. Some of my happiest times have been when I’ve embraced things—when I was into astrology as a kid, when I read palms in my 20’s...yet there’s a scientific side of me that opposes all this and knows a lot of the world has valid reasons to doubt it, too. Another striking time came when I’d gone back to tarot in my 30’s and a lady came to me for a reading, specifically, she wanted to know if she should commit suicide following the painful …

I’m new to Tarot Reading, but my road to reading has not been straightforward. I’m super practical, very sceptical, and not inclined to much that’s rather “alternative”... but I have also inherited my family’s kenning, and it’s been something I’ve kind of hidden from everyone because my immediate family don’t believe in that all. I got a pack of Tarot cards recently to help channel my kenning, and it’s helped. I’ve been getting really strong readings since I started, and they all make perfect sense. Like, my cards read me the riot act, harsh truths, but they’re honest - a lot like me, really, and I appreciate the advice. However, because of my sceptical side, there’s b…

Do others choose decks to use, based on season or based on feelings at the time? Also any good deck recommendations for this time of year winter? I'm using wild wood tarot at the moment.

I just want to share the readings I have involving this card when it comes to relationships and wish to see if we all have similarities. I have three significant readings made for friends where I observed and realized what the devil card means. Since then, I feel like I had a better understanding of this card. I have to note that when I do readings with a sitter face-to-face, I don't ask what their question is all about. I let the cards show/tell me what's going on their mind. I use a total of 5 decks (illuminated tarot, RW, Earth oracle, Angel Answer Oracle and Lover's tarot) in one sitting. I know it's weird, but I better understand each situation this way. First…

Hello, everyone Of all the Majors, the one I have the hardest time understanding and interpreting is Temperance. I can't quite wrap my mind around the traditional meanings I've read in books, like mixing things together, or combining opposites. They seem so vague, especially for, say, a daily one card reading. Does anyone have any insights on how to interpret this card, or on how to apply it to everyday situations?

is angel cards are same as tarot cards. or any difference between both of these cards? :-\

It's that time of year once again. :D The Sacred Days of Yule reading thread is set up in the Lunar and Sabbat Group Readings forum. This is a lovely reading over 12 days and a wonderful way to make a bit of time for yourself in a busy season. Open to any level or reader and any decks, these are readings we do/post for ourselves and share our experience with the group. https://www.thetarotforum.com/group-readings/sacred-days-of-yule-2018/

The 5 of cups is a card of loss, sorrow, and regret. Here are a few positive ways to spin it if it comes up in your reading. The traditional positive spin on this card is that even though three of the cups have fallen over and tipped out their contents, two cups remain upright and full. Even in your loss, you still have something to hold on to. To make your reading even more positive when this card shows up, remember that it's the things that truly matter that will last the test of time. Jobs, material things, and shallow relationships will come and go, but true love, genuine friendship, and close family ties will always remain. Hold tightly to these in your times…

The 5 of Pentacles is an extremely frightening card, one that no one ever wants to see come up in their reading. Here are some ways to put a positive spin on it if it does come up (based on the RWS card). The first spin focuses on the church that the two people are passing by. Most interpretations I've read say that they're overlooking the help that's available to them. But maybe they're not walking away from the church, but walking toward it, heading for warmth, shelter, and a good hot meal. So if you get this card, know that whatever your situation, there are people out there who care and want to help you. Reach out and accept their help, and come in from out of…

Hi, I’ve found a deck I like working with online (probably a present to myself soon <3) and I’d like to work with a journal. The primary one that comes to mind is Mary Greer’s Tarot for Yourself, so I was wondering...which journals have you enjoyed using and which have been most productive/instructional? Thanks!

I've been into tarot for a year or so now. Would like ideas methods for bonding to decks. I usually smudge, shuffle and put crystals with decks. I meditate on the cards. Would like further ideas, spreads etc to bond further. Currently working with Wildwood and Hidden Rhealm decks. Thanks

Do you have any favorite podcasts or youtubers? I've only really watched Kelly-Ann Maddox, and love her channel dearly, but would love some suggestions. Anything really educational/thought provoking with some meaty content. :D