Reading Tarot Cards - A Simple 10 Step Guide

Reading tarot cards is, for beginners, both rewardingyours and is unique to you. Psychic intuition is often
and frustrating in equal measures. You feel that youthe first and strongest reaction to a question, so
can see the possibilities in the cards that you'velearn to trust the associations that you start to form
drawn, but are finding it difficult to access the subtleand you'll be on the right track.
messages that they present to you.5) Choose your tarot deck carefully. The most
I understand! Everyone has to start somewhere andpopular is the Rider Waite deck and it is certainly
reading tarot cards is no exception. So I've putreliable and clear, so an excellent place to start for
together a 10 step guide to reading tarot cardsbeginners. The Tarot of Marseilles is another popular
accurately for all you beginners out there. Even someone. The most important factor is that the imagery
of the more practised readers may find a few usefulmust speak to you. Have you always been drawn to
tips too. This is mostly aimed at those who wish tofairies? Maybe a deck with fairies representing the
read the tarot for themselves but you'll find thatindividual cards would be best for you? Same for if
many points can be just as easily applied to readingyou've always identified with ancient Goddesses.
the tarot cards for someone else. I hope that youRemember that reading tarot cards is personal, so
find my simple guide useful.move towards the things you like and understand.
1) Reading tarot cards is easier when you are relaxedFeel free to have several packs to hand so that you
and open to all and any messages that comecan choose a deck according to your mood.
through. Often said, but not as often explained. The6) You can use the tarot for quick questions or to
reason why this is so important is because it's aget a snapshot view of a situation, but keep the
great temptation to consult the cards when you arequestion that you ask very simple and only choose 1
hopeful of a certain outcome. Unfortunately, this willcard. For example, this is perfect for 'how will my day
only prejudice your interpretation of the cards andbe?' for a quick morning reading.
you will therefore completely miss the wisdom that7) While tarot cards are mainly used for divination, did
they are offering. Wishful thinking, I'm afraid, doesn'tyou know that you could also use the cards in a
count as a reading. If you are worried or anxioussimple spell? Spell candles get their power from their
about an issue, tempting though it is, try to wait untilcolour, emitting energies that are beneficial for certain
you are feeling calmer in order to keep an open mind.predicaments, eg. orange is good for creativity. To
2) Tarot cards belong to either Major Arcana or theincrease this power, place a tarot card next to the
Minor Arcana divisions. If you're a beginner, it's likelycandle, repeating the name of the tarot card 3 times.
that you will keep a book to hand to help you outWe have information and instructions on which tarot
with card meanings. This is a great idea, but don'tcards work best with which colour candles on our
lose sight of the meanings that a card's groupsite.
association can have. For example, Major Arcana8) Keep notes. This is the best way to look for
often have a more powerful message, and it mayconsistent patterns that arise again and again in your
mean you have to really sit up and take notice if onereadings. If you are reading the tarot cards for
of these cards show up. The Cups, in the Minoryourself, it is easy to get too close and miss
Arcana, often hint at emotional issues. Becomeimportant messages. By jotting down some of the
familiar with these general rules, as well as focusingissues that have been brought to your attention as
on individual meanings, as they can subtly change thewell as the cards that come up, you will be better
message of your reading.able to spot a consistent problem area for you to
3) When reading tarot cards for a specific purpose,look at whether it was part of your original
eg, a love reading, you may find it beneficial to tryquestioning or not.
different spreads. A tarot spread means placing the9) Have fun! Many approach the tarot with a very
cards in an order and place according to the rules ofreverent and serious attitude and while this is
the spread you have chosen. The place of a card willcertainly not wrong in any way, the natural world is
represent an aspect of your life such as the past ormade up of many emotions and states of being.
the present etc., and yes, is another way in whichHumour is as welcome as any other! Enjoy yourself
the meaning of a card will subtly change! A popularand you will relax more so it's a win/win situation.
tarot spread is the Celtic Cross, but you can search10) Observe as many professionals as possible. Look
around for adaptations.for different styles, methods and ways of
4) Not everyone has a strong psychic gift. However,interpreting the cards. Watching an experienced
everyone can build on the latent abilities that we allexpert at work is always enlightening, whether it's
have. Reading tarot cards on a daily, or at least verycooking, painting or plumbing so you'll be able to pick
regular basis will noticeably strengthen this ability. Youup some handy tips from those who do it every day.
may find that certain imagery or symbolism comes toSo, there you have the 10 step guide to reading
you every time you ask about a certain subject, ortarot cards! I hope that you find enough information
that particular cards always come up in regards toto give you the confidence to get started on one of
specific areas. Learn to recognise this new 'voice' - it'sthe most exciting journeys you'll ever embark upon.