Okay, so today I’m gonna spill the tea on my tarot journey – specifically, the times I pulled cards that just felt like a cosmic slap in the face. We’re talking about the “worst tarot cards to draw,” according to my personal, hard-earned experience.
First off, let’s get one thing straight: no tarot card is inherently “bad.” But some definitely pack more of a punch than others, especially when they show up in certain readings. I’ll walk you through the ones that made me go, “Oh, hell no,” and what I actually did about it.
The Tower: Total Chaos Incoming
Ugh, The Tower. Just seeing it makes me clench up a little. The first time I pulled this card, I was asking about a new job I was super excited about. The Tower? It felt like the universe was laughing in my face. And guess what? The company went belly up like two weeks after I started. Layoffs galore. My tower moment, for sure.
What I did: Didn’t wallow for too long. Updated my resume, hit up my network, and treated the whole thing as a learning experience. Found an even better job a month later. Tower moments suck, but they clear the way for new things.
Three of Swords: Heartbreak City
Okay, next up: the Three of Swords. Visually, it’s just…ouch. Three swords piercing a heart? Yeah, not exactly sunshine and rainbows. I drew this card during a reading about a relationship. Turns out, my gut feeling was right: things were about to go south. Big time.
What I did: Didn’t ignore the red flags. Instead of trying to force something that wasn’t working, I faced the music. Ended the relationship, which was painful but ultimately the right call. Self-care became my new best friend.
Ten of Swords: The Ultimate Betrayal?
Ten of Swords. Dude lying face down with ten swords in his back. Dramatic much? This card screamed “backstabbing” to me. I pulled this when I was dealing with some serious office politics. Let’s just say, I found out a “friend” was throwing me under the bus to get ahead.
What I did: Confronted the situation head-on. Didn’t let the betrayal fester. Documented everything, spoke to HR, and protected myself. It was a messy situation, but I came out stronger on the other side. Lesson learned: not everyone is your friend at work.
Five of Cups: Dwelling on the Past
The Five of Cups is a downer. Spilled cups, dude looking all sad…it’s all about regret and focusing on what you’ve lost. I pulled this when I was still hung up on a past relationship. Couldn’t seem to move on.
What I did: Forced myself to focus on what I did have, not what I lost. Started a new hobby, reconnected with friends, and actively worked on letting go of the past. Took time, but eventually the sadness faded.
The Devil: Trapped in a Bad Cycle
Okay, The Devil card. Not a fun one. Represents being stuck in unhealthy patterns, feeling trapped, and being controlled by your fears. I got this card when I was deep in a cycle of procrastination and self-doubt. Couldn’t seem to break free.
What I did: Acknowledged the problem. Started small. Set realistic goals, broke down big tasks into smaller steps, and celebrated every little victory. Slowly, but surely, I chipped away at the chains holding me back.
So, yeah, those are some of the cards that have given me a serious reality check over the years. The point is, drawing a “bad” card isn’t the end of the world. It’s a wake-up call. An opportunity to face your fears, change your path, and grow. Don’t freak out. Figure out what the card is trying to tell you, and then do something about it. That’s the real magic of tarot.