Okay, so I wanted to share my experience with the Tarot of Traditions deck. It’s been quite a journey, and I figured someone might find my process useful.
Getting Started with the Deck
I got my hands on the Tarot of Traditions deck some time ago. The artwork just felt right, you know? Solid, classic vibes. Didn’t want anything too out there. I decided I wasn’t just going to let it sit on the shelf; I really wanted to connect with it and see what I could learn.
First thing I did was just handle the cards. A lot. Spread them out, looked at each one. Didn’t even crack open the little white book right away. Just wanted to get a feel for the images, the weight of the cards, the overall energy of this particular deck. Spent a few evenings just shuffling, getting my hands used to them.
Diving into Daily Practice
Then, I decided to make it a simple, daily thing. Consistency felt key. So, each morning, usually before the day got crazy, I’d find a quiet spot. I’d take a few deep breaths, just to clear my head a bit. Then I’d think about my intention. Usually kept it simple, open-ended.
I started asking questions like: “What energy do I need to be aware of today?” or “What’s one thing I should focus on?” I found starting with “What” helped frame it as learning, not just demanding answers. Held that question in my mind while I shuffled the cards. No fancy shuffling techniques, just whatever felt natural until it felt ‘done’.
Then, I’d cut the deck and pull just one single card. Lay it face up.
Learning and Reflecting
Looking at that one card, my first step was always just… looking. What did I see? What was the immediate feeling or thought that popped into my head? I trusted that initial gut reaction. The traditional imagery in this deck is pretty direct, which helped.
After my initial take, maybe I’d grab my journal or a little notebook I kept. I’d jot down the card, the question, and my first impressions. Only then might I look up a traditional meaning, either from the booklet or notes I’d compiled. But I tried hard not to let the ‘book meaning’ override my own intuition. It was more like comparing notes.
- Sometimes the connection was instant.
- Other times, a card felt confusing, and I’d just sit with that feeling.
- I realized the point wasn’t always to get a clear ‘answer’ but to notice what came up for me.
It wasn’t about predicting the lottery numbers. It became a tool for self-reflection, a way to check in with myself. Like asking yourself a question and using the card image as a prompt to explore your own thoughts and feelings. I started seeing patterns, noticing how the cards often mirrored things I was already grappling with.
Where I’m At Now
I still use the Tarot of Traditions regularly. It feels comfortable now, familiar. It’s less about ‘doing tarot’ and more just part of how I sometimes process things or set an intention for the day. It’s a simple, grounding ritual. Found my own way with it, really. It definitely helped me get better at listening to my own inner voice, paying attention to the subtle stuff. It’s been a really practical tool for personal insight, surprisingly straightforward once I got rolling.
