Reading the Tarot
I’ve been feeling down lately. How can I improve my attitude and outlook on life? A Question
Tarot – an introduction Objective – Expose you to the world of Tarot – Teach the basics of the Major and Minor Arcana – Explain the card positions in a Celtic Cross Spread – How to phrase a question – Practise a 3-card spread
The Cards Major Arcana – 22 cards – Roman numerals Minor Arcana – 56 cards – Cups, Wands, Swords and Pentacles – Court Cards
The Celtic Cross
Phrasing the Question What is it you want to know? Accept responsibility Keep your options open Find the best level of detail Focus on yourself Stay neutral Be positive
Phrasing the Question 2 Ways that questions can be asked – Can you give me insight into... – What do I need to understand about... – How can I improve my chances of... – What is the meaning of... – How might I... – What is the lesson or purpose of...
(One Kind of) Three Card Spread Past Receding Influence Quality to Let Go Resolved Factor Present Environment (Inner) Present Environment (Outer) Primary Factor Heart of the Matter Future Approaching Influence Quality to Embrace Unresolved Factor
Tarot – an introduction Objective – Expose you to the world of Tarot – Teach the basics of the Major and Minor Arcana – Explain the card positions in a Celtic Cross Spread – How to phrase a question – Practise a 3-card spread Questions???