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by Tata Adlaw
October 25, 2024
Tarot reading is more than fortune-telling. Imagine it as a mirror showing you your inner world, helping you see your thoughts, feelings, and patterns. When used this way, Tarot can help you understand yourself better and guide you toward making meaningful changes in life.
Tarot as a “Wise Mirror”
Think of each Tarot card not as a crystal ball but as a mirror. Benebell Wen, in “Holistic Tarot: An Integrative Approach to Using Tarot for Personal Growth”, calls it a “wise mirror.” This approach encourages you to look at the cards as reflections of your current situation rather than fixed outcomes. Instead of asking, “What will happen?” Wen suggests asking questions like, “What does this card reveal about my current mindset?”
Going Beyond Predictions to Personal Growth
In “Tarot for Your Self: A Workbook for Personal Transformation”, Mary K. Greer explores how Tarot can guide us inward, helping us connect with our subconscious beliefs and values. Her approach turns the cards into tools for understanding ourselves more deeply. Each card becomes a reminder to ask, “What can I learn about myself?” and “How can I take positive steps forward?”
Tarot as a Guide to Your Higher Self
Michelle Tea, in “Modern Tarot: Connecting with Your Higher Self through the Wisdom of the Cards”, sees Tarot as a way to connect with your higher self, that part of you that knows what you truly need and desire. She uses the cards not to predict the future but to reveal what’s going on inside—helping you uncover new perspectives on life and clarify your next steps.
Try Asking These Questions Instead
- “What does this card tell me about my current path?”
- “How can I create the future I want?”
- “What part of me needs attention right now?”
Tarot as Your Growth Buddy
With this approach, Tarot becomes a friend, not a fortune-teller. It’s a way to look inside yourself, gain insight, and grow. Instead of focusing on predictions, it becomes a journey of self-discovery and intention, guiding you to shape your path and live more fully.
So next time you pick up a Tarot deck, remember—it’s not about “what’s next.” It’s about knowing yourself, understanding your journey, and moving forward with purpose. Tarot is there to support you every step of the way.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Tata Adlaw, co-owner of Dambana, is a seasoned Tarot reader and spiritual healer with over a decade of experience in crafting charms, performing transformative rituals, and guiding others on their spiritual journeys. Through Soul Space, he shares insights on harnessing positive energy, fostering self-growth, and supporting spiritual evolution. Stay tuned for his articles filled with wisdom, practical guidance, and heartfelt dedication to holistic well-being.
