Okay, so today I’m gonna ramble about something I’ve been messing with – tarot cards. Yeah, those mystical-looking things. I’ve been wanting to learn about tarot for a while now. It’s not about predicting the future for me, more like a tool for self-reflection and sparking some creative ideas.
First things first, I snagged a tarot card deck 78 from a local shop. I picked it because the art style spoke to me, you know? It felt right. The deck had the Major Arcana and Minor Arcana, all the classic stuff. I unwrapped it and spent a good hour just looking at each card. The artwork is seriously cool.
Next up, learning the meanings. This was the heavy lifting. Each of the 78 cards has layers of symbolism. I started by hitting up some websites and reading up on the basic interpretations. There’s a ton of info out there, which can be overwhelming. Then i watched some youtube videos to understand about it more.
Then, i started my own practice. I went for simple three-card spreads at first: past, present, future. I’d shuffle the deck (which took some practice to get smooth!), draw the cards, and then try to piece together a story based on the card meanings and how they related to my current situation. Honestly, at first, it felt like I was just making stuff up. The cards were just cards, and didn’t say anything.
But here’s where it got interesting. The more I did it, the more connections I started to see. It wasn’t about predicting what was gonna happen, but more about looking at things from a different angle. Like, maybe a card about challenges wasn’t a bad thing, but a nudge to push myself.
Here’s a breakdown of my routine:
- Set the mood: Light a candle, put on some chill music. Sounds cheesy, but it helps me focus.
- Shuffle and draw: I try to clear my head and think about a question or situation.
- Interpret: This is the tough part. I look at the card meaning, but also trust my gut feeling.
- Journal: I write down my interpretations and how they apply to my life. This is key for tracking progress.
I messed around with different spreads too. Celtic Cross is pretty popular, but it’s a beast to learn! I stuck with simpler ones like a daily one-card pull for a while.
I also started using the cards as a prompt for journaling. Sometimes, I’ll just pick a random card and write whatever comes to mind. It’s a cool way to unlock some hidden thoughts.
Am I a tarot expert now? Nope. Not even close. But it’s become a cool hobby. It’s a way to slow down, think about things, and get a little creative. And hey, the artwork is pretty awesome too.
This tarot card deck 78 is a great tool! I plan to keep at it, learning more, and seeing where it takes me. Maybe i can be an expert someday.
