Okay, so, I finally buckled down and dove into tarot for spiritual growth. Been putting it off for ages, thinking it was all a bit…woo-woo, you know? But I’m trying to be more open-minded, so I figured, why not?
First thing I did was hit up the local bookstore. I was totally overwhelmed! So many decks! I ended up going with three that looked like they wouldn’t bite. I wanted something easy to read and visually appealing, nothing too intimidating to start.
- Rider-Waite Smith Deck: Everyone says it’s the classic, and it’s easy to find resources for it online. Seemed like a solid starting point.
- The Wild Unknown Tarot Deck: This one’s got a cool, abstract vibe with animal imagery. I liked that it looked a bit different and felt more intuitive.
- Modern Witch Tarot Deck: I wanted something modern and relevant so that it would connect more with me
Next, I started just…looking at the cards. Sounds dumb, right? But I spent a good hour or so just flipping through each deck, seeing which images resonated with me. With the Rider-Waite, I read the little booklet that came with it to understand the basic meanings. The Wild Unknown, I just tried to feel what each card meant to me based on the artwork. Modern Witch Deck’s art style is pretty cool too.
Then I did some basic readings. Started with one-card pulls, just asking simple questions like “What do I need to focus on today?” or “What’s blocking me right now?” I wrote down my interpretations in a journal. At first, it was like pulling teeth! I felt like I was just making stuff up. But the more I did it, the more comfortable I got.
I tried some three-card spreads too. “Past, Present, Future” is a classic, but I also liked “Situation, Action, Outcome.” Again, journaled everything! It’s so important to write it down, so you can track patterns and see how your interpretations evolve.
The biggest hurdle was trusting my intuition. I kept second-guessing myself, thinking I was reading too much into things or not enough. It’s a learning curve, for sure. I still stumble sometimes, but I’m getting better at quieting my inner critic and just letting the cards speak.
I found a few good resources online too, like YouTube channels that explain tarot symbolism. But honestly, the best way to learn is just to practice. Pull cards every day, even if it’s just one, and see what comes up. The more you work with the deck, the more it’ll start to make sense.
One tip that really helped me was to create a sacred space for my readings. It doesn’t have to be fancy, just a quiet corner where I can focus without distractions. I light a candle, maybe put on some calming music. It helps set the mood and get me into the right headspace.
It’s been about a month now, and I’m actually starting to see some real benefits. Tarot has helped me become more self-aware, identify patterns in my life, and make better decisions. It’s not magic, obviously, but it’s a powerful tool for introspection and spiritual growth.
So yeah, that’s my tarot journey so far. Still a newbie, but I’m enjoying the process. If you’re thinking about giving it a try, I say go for it! Just be patient with yourself, don’t take it too seriously, and have fun!
One last thing: Don’t be afraid to mix and match decks! Sometimes I’ll use cards from different decks in the same reading. It can add a new layer of meaning and insight.
Anyway, hope this helps someone out there! Happy reading!