In a way, Tarot has grown up: from medieval parlors, the cards have traveled onto modern-day coffee tables, transforming while keeping their roots in mysticism. It is far from being an artifact of the past – it is alive and breathing, reflecting our lives, uncannily accurate in its absurdity.
Tarot Readings: Future Telling or Not?
The goal of a Reading is not to predict your win at the lottery two months from now, but to assist you to understand what is happening in your life right now. Sometimes it is metaphysically impossible for you to make sense of it, be it because of the nature of reality itself, either the limits of your senses. Other times, it feels like you already see everything tick-tocking that’s what card divination is for. Plus, let’s be honest – it’s fun!
If you’re not afraid to know the truth, of course. Think of card divination as your undepletable well of self-reflection. Unlike your memory, which ever-so-helpfully chooses to forget everything you ever did wrong, and glorify your puberty romantic rejections, the Dios of Tarot is here to stay, and make you face up to anything, gently.
Myth-busting 🔍
It’s more about intuition and understanding the symbols’ meanings. In fact, you don’t have to wait for a bolt of psychic superpower to strike – nothing of this sort will really happen!
Tarot is not Darkness. Despite its film and pop culture portrayal, it is neither the gateway to Hell nor a sinister or evil craft. It exists to reflect and guide and is not associated with anything properly dark. Furthermore, the only spirits “haunting” your deck are those you choose to drink with while shuffling the cards up!
The Death card precedes physical Death – not really. This most dreaded matter in each deck is not at all about physical demise. Rather, it stands for change and transience. Imagine Death saying to you: “out with the old, in with the new!”
Cards predict specific outcomes – not at all. Unlike a crystal ball, the cards will not tell you what will inevitably come as something certain. More so, there is nothing absolutely predetermined. Even outcomes the cards suggest are only probabilities – more than that, occasional probabilities. Remind yourself: if you are trying to get the winning lottery numbers, Cards won’t help.
The first deck should be “gifted” – completely not! There is this ancient belief that the first one who takes up Tarot should have their first deck gifted to them, but in actuality, purchasing it on your own will not prove a point. Indeed, it is the connection you have with the deck that matters, not the way it comes into your hands.
Reading Tarot for yourself brings bad luck – also a no-no. Actually, it is all about reflecting on yourself and learning more. So, it’s literally a great way to meet your own self! You are not going to be haunted after that.
Tarot Trends This Year
- Inclusive and Diverse Decks: It decks are becoming more inclusive and diverse. Representatives of all cultures, identities, and life experiences are now better represented in the Tarot world. Imagine a colorful world – well, T-decks are finally catching up!
- Cards and Mental Health: It is being used to promote mental health more and more. It’s no longer just about predicting the future – it’s also meant to help you know thyself and realize your inner peace. In other words, it’s similar to therapy, but with more archetypes and less couches.
- Interactive Tarot Readings: where the querent is actively involved in the reading, are on the rise. What could be better than this collaborative approach? It’s similar to a choose-your-own-adventure book, but with cards instead!
The Takeaway
Tarot is more than just a deck of cards; it's a journey into self-awareness and understanding. Whether you're a seasoned reader or a curious newbie, the Cards world is always ready to reveal its secrets.
