Guest libra Posted March 26, 2019 Posted March 26, 2019 There's a new tarot book coming out called Queering the Tarot, which is suuuuuper exciting to me as a bi girl! https://www.amazon.com/Queering-Tarot-Cassandra-Snow/dp/1578636485 Tarot is best used as a tool for self-discovery, healing, growth, empowerment, and liberation. Tarot archetypes provide the reader with a window into present circumstances and future potential. But what if that window only opened up on a world that was white, European, and heterosexual? The interpretations of the tarot that have been passed down through tradition presuppose a commonality and normalcy among humanity. At the root of card meanings are archetypes that we accept without questioning. But at what point do archetypes become stereotypes? Humanity is diverse--culturally, spiritually, sexually. Tarot has the power to serve a greater population, with the right keys to unlock the tarot's deeper meanings. In Queering the Tarot, Cassandra Snow deconstructs the meanings of the 78 cards explaining the ways in which each card might be interpreted against the norm. Queering the Tarot explores themes of sexuality, coming out, gender and gender-queering, sources of oppression and empowerment, and many other topics especially familiar to not-straight folks. Cassandra's identity-based approach speaks directly to those whose identity is either up in the air or consuming the forefront of their consciousness. It also speaks to those struggling with mental illness or the effects of trauma, all seekers looking for personal affirmation that who they are is okay.
TheLittleJackal Posted March 26, 2019 Posted March 26, 2019 Yoooo! I am hype for this. I have the blog version permanently open on my phone for reference. I'm hoping the book brings valuable new content and updates. I feel like the content on the blog, slimmed down to various degrees, should be basic 101 tarot meaning stuff and included in as many books as possible. I can dream :P Until then I have this (which should be an auto-buy if you're not into using the website really).
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