Okay, so I’ve been getting into Tarot lately, and I wanted to try something simple. I kept seeing these “yes or no” spreads, and I figured, why not? It sounded like a good way to practice and get quick answers. So, here’s how my little experiment went.
Getting Started
First, I grabbed my deck. I’ve been using the classic Rider-Waite deck because it’s, well, classic, and the imagery is pretty straightforward. I shuffled the cards, really focusing on my question. I find that the more I concentrate, the better the reading feels, you know?
My Question
I had to choose a question that can be answered with a yes or no.
This time, I was thinking to try to apply for my dream job, my question was, “Should I apply for this job at Company X?” I held the question firmly in my mind as I continued to shuffle.
The Simple One-Card Pull
The easiest method I found was just pulling one card. Simple, right? I spread the cards face down, took a deep breath, and picked one. I flipped it over, and… it was the Ten of Cups.
Now, interpreting this was pretty interesting. Generally, the Ten of Cups is a super positive card – all about happiness, family, and good vibes. So, I took that as a big, fat YES.
Trying a Three-Card Spread
I was feeling good about the one-card pull, but I thought, “Let’s see what a three-card spread tells me.” This time, I pulled three cards and laid them out in a row.
- Card 1: Represented the “Yes” side of things.
- Card 2: Represented the “No” side.
- Card 3: Was supposed to be the overall “decider.”
Here’s what I got:
- Card 1 (Yes): The Sun. Again, really positive!
- Card 2 (No): The Five of Swords. Okay, conflict, disagreement… not so good.
- Card 3 (Decider): The Chariot. This one’s about willpower and overcoming obstacles.
This was a bit more complex. I had a strong “yes,” a definite “no,” and then a card telling me I could push through. My gut feeling was that this was still a “yes,” but it warned me that it wouldn’t be easy. There might be competition (Five of Swords), but with determination (The Chariot), I could succeed.
My Takeaway
Both spreads pointed towards “yes,” but the three-card spread gave me a more nuanced answer. It was like, “Yeah, go for it, but be prepared for a challenge.” I actually liked that – it felt more realistic than just a plain “yes.”
I’m definitely going to keep experimenting with these yes/no spreads. They’re a fun way to get quick insights, and they’re helping me learn the cards better. Plus, it’s a good exercise in trusting my intuition, which is a big part of Tarot, I think.
