Okay, so I’ve been messing around with tarot cards for a while, and I finally decided to sit down and really figure out what each card means to me. It’s one thing to read the “official” meanings, but it’s another to connect with them personally, you know?
Getting Started
First, I grabbed my favorite deck – the one with the artwork I really vibe with. I shuffled the cards, just kind of getting a feel for them, thinking about what I wanted to learn. I wasn’t looking for answers to specific questions, just a deeper understanding of the cards themselves.
My Process
Then, I laid out all the cards, face up. Major Arcana first, then the four suits. It was a bit overwhelming at first, seeing them all spread out like that! I picked up each card one by one, just looking at the imagery, noticing what colors, symbols, and figures stood out to me. I wasn’t trying to memorize anything, just… absorbing the vibe.
- For example, the Five of Cups, it always makes me think of that feeling after a breakup or a major disappointment, where you are so focused on the lost, but the good thing is still there behind you.
- The Empress, on the other hand, I see her and I just feel this overwhelming sense of abundance and creativity, that you should be nourished.
- The Ace of wands, I see a new adventure, a lot of energy and passion.
I started jotting down my impressions in a notebook. Nothing fancy, just quick phrases and keywords. I’d write things like “loss, but hope remains” for the Five of Cups, or “grounded, nurturing, growth” for the Empress. I realized I’d probably have to revise some of my personal card meanings later.
It wasn’t about finding the “right” answer, but about finding my answer.
Figuring Things Out
This whole process took a few days. I’d spend an hour or so with the cards, then put them away and come back to them later with fresh eyes. Sometimes I’d pull out a card at random and just meditate on it for a few minutes, seeing what thoughts and feelings came up.
I’ve noticed that some cards are so easy for me, but some are still hard to grasp.
It’s definitely a work in progress, but I feel like I’m finally starting to build a real relationship with my cards. It’s less about “fortune telling” and more about self-reflection and understanding, at least for me.
And, I think I can give a more accurate reading result for my friends. That is so cool.
