Alright, guys, so I’ve been getting into tarot lately, and I thought I’d share my little journey of learning how to read cards for myself. It’s been pretty interesting, to say the least!
Getting Started
First things first, I got myself a deck. I didn’t want to spend a ton of money, so I just picked up a standard Rider-Waite deck. Everyone says it’s the best for beginners, and honestly, it’s been great. The imagery is pretty straightforward.
Shuffling and Getting Comfy
Next, I spent some time just…handling the cards. I shuffled them, I looked at the pictures, I just tried to get a feel for them. Some people say you should sleep with your deck under your pillow, but I didn’t go that far. Just holding them and getting familiar seemed to work fine.
Asking My First Question
Okay, this was the nerve-wracking part. I sat down, took a few deep breaths, and tried to clear my mind. Then, I formulated a simple question: “What energy should I focus on today?” I wasn’t going for anything super deep or life-altering, just a little guidance.
Pulling the Cards
I shuffled the deck again, focusing on my question. Then, I cut the deck into three piles and restacked them. Finally, I fanned the cards out face down and drew one. I got the “Three of Cups.”
Interpreting the Card (with a Little Help)
Now, I’m still a newbie, so I definitely needed to look up the meaning. I used the little booklet that came with the deck and also checked a few websites. Turns out, the Three of Cups is all about celebration, friendship, and community.
Making it Personal
So, how did I apply this to my day? Well, I decided to reach out to a couple of friends I hadn’t talked to in a while. We ended up having a great chat, and it really did lift my spirits. It was a small thing, but it felt like the cards were pointing me in the right direction.
- Get a deck: Rider-Waite is a solid choice.
- Get familiar: Shuffle, look, and feel.
- Ask a question: Start simple.
- Draw a card: Focus on your question while shuffling.
- Look it up: Use the booklet or online resources.
- Reflect and Find Your Meaning: Think about the meaning, and applied.
It’s all about intuition and making it personal. I’m still learning, but it’s been a fun and surprisingly insightful process so far.
I found that I’ve been very happy with how it helped me.
