she also told me a few other things, for which a few came true and some didn't...One of them was that I was going to leave my job...and that came true...I did, it was the best thing that ever happened to me actually...whether she put the idea into my head I don't know...But I was given the sack! lol! I can't really remember the other things, but it was an interesting and fun experience.
So I
thought here I would delve into the history of tarot and reasons why you might
want to take a tarot reading yourself. There are all kinds of ways that we can examine where we are in life,
and it does us good to do that kind of all-round review now and then. There are
some times when it seems particularly appropriate...when we reach a crossroads
in life or when something big is about to happen, such as starting a new job or
a house move.
Tarot reading is one method people have used to analyse their lives for hundreds
of years. Tarot actually began as an ordinary card game in Italy, rather than a
way to evaluate our lives. The earliest tarot decks were first used in the 15th century to play a game that was
similar to bridge. The tarot card decks were bespoke items made for wealthy
individuals. The hand-painted and ornate cards often featured Renaissance
imagery and were called ‘carte da trionfi’ (cards of triumph). The name
‘tarocchi’ came about as a way of differentiating the game from a trumps game
that was played with a 52 card deck. Today, you can still get your hands on
plenty of ornate and vintage tarot card decks, and many people own a set simply
for its ornamental value. You can find them online at sites like ebay, Etsy
and specialist reproduction websites.
What you might learn in a tarot reading
People often assume that having a tarot reading is about finding out
what the future has in store for you. However, most tarot readers would say
that while it is possible to look forward, it’s probably more interesting to
find out why certain things are happening to you today. A tarot reading can
help you see what influences are having an effect on you, what level of control
(subconscious and conscious) you have over your life and what blocks (internal
and external) you are currently facing.
The reader can also help you to see if
and how there are aspects of life that you are neglecting.
Having a tarot reading is a great way of getting some fresh perspective
on life or a particular situation. If you have a particular issue to address,
the tarot reader will often use the Celtic Cross Tarot spread, where the
pattern of the cards resembles the Celtic Cross from Ireland. As the reader interprets the Celtic Cross Tarot spread, each card gives more information about the particular issue you wish to
consider. Readers can use a variety of different spreads to do a reading, but
the Celtic Cross spread is one of the most widely used.
When to have a tarot reading
You can have a tarot reading at any time. You don’t need a specific problem
or issue to deal with. But there are some times that a tarot reading can seem
particularly appropriate.
If you’re feeling stuck in a rut, a tarot reading can help guide you in
looking at approaching life differently, or to understand why you feel unable
to move forward.
Many people choose to have a tarot reading when beginning a new phase in
life – such as a birthday or at the start of the year.
When people are at the point of change, a tarot reading can be helpful
in getting you to think about all aspects of the change in your life, so that
you don’t overlook anything.
A tarot reading can also be useful when you are facing difficulties –
such as relationship issues, or tough financial circumstances. The reading can
help you see what changes you need to make in order to improve your situation.
Even if you have nothing particular to address or consider, having a
tarot reading can be a fascinating and insightful experience. And, you never
know, it may even encourage you to start trying out your own tarot reading
skills…or throw you in a different direction in life.
Do share in the comments section below if you have had any experiences and how it made you feel?
Did it change your life for the better?
Did it change your life for the better?
What was your reasons to have one in the first place? Should it be taken seriously?
Or is it just a bit of fun?
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