Okay, so I’ve been messing around with Tarot cards lately, trying to get a handle on those quick “yes” or “no” answers. It’s trickier than you’d think! I mean, sure, you can just pull a card and be like, “Oh, positive vibes, must be a yes!” But I wanted something a bit more… structured. So, I started digging around, trying to build my own little cheat sheet.
My “Yes and No” Tarot Experiment
First, I grabbed my trusty Rider-Waite deck. It’s the one I’m most comfortable with, you know? I laid out all the cards, face up, just to get a good look at them. I spent a good chunk of time, just staring, trying to feel the energy of each card,I decided how to classify them.
Then, I started sorting. It wasn’t as easy as I thought! Some cards were obvious, but many have different meanings depending on the situation and context, so I made the following classification based on my own feelings and understanding of the cards:
- The “Definitely Yes” Pile: I put cards like The Sun, The Star, and The World here. You know, the ones that just scream good fortune and success. The Wheel of Fortune also went in there, ’cause even though it’s about change, it’s usually good * Magician also is put here.
- The “Probably Yes” Pile: This was for cards that were generally positive, but maybe with a little caution. The Chariot, for example – it’s about willpower and moving forward, but you gotta stay focused. Strength also went here.
- The “Maybe/It Depends” Pile: Oh boy, this was the biggest pile. Most of the Minor Arcana ended up here, to be honest. Like, the Cups are usually about emotions, so it really depends what emotion, right? The Two of Cups could be a “yes” for a relationship question, but maybe a “no” if you’re asking about, like, getting a loan. I also threw in The Lovers here (decisions, decisions!) and The Hermit (gotta think things through).
- The “Probably No” Pile: This was for cards that were generally negative, but maybe not a total disaster. The Five of Swords, for example – conflict, but maybe you can still salvage something. The Tower also is here.
- The “Definitely No” Pile: Okay, these were the ones that just felt like a hard stop. The Devil (obviously), the Ten of Swords (ouch), and the Three of Swords (heartbreak city).
After sorting, I typed up my list, all neat and organized. I printed it out and stuck it in my Tarot journal. It’s not perfect, of course. It’s just my interpretation, and I’m still learning! But it’s been super helpful for those quick readings when I just need a simple answer.
I kept tweaking it, too. Every time I did a reading, I’d compare the card I pulled to my list, and if it felt “off,” I’d move things around. It’s a work in progress, for sure!
So, that’s my little Tarot experiment. It’s not the be-all and end-all, but it’s a fun way to learn the cards and get a little more clarity in my readings. Maybe you can give it a shot and create your own lists, too!
