Happy Spring Equinox!
There've been small signs of Spring's arrival popping up all over Durham in the past few weeks. Our lawn has become peppered with tiny violets, the buds on our lilac are emerging, and bulbs I didn't even know were planted on our property have sprouted up - tall, vibrant daffodils and fragrant white hyacinth. It's our first Spring in our new house and everything feels like a discovery. Despite the snow in the forecast for tomorrow I'm ready to run headlong into this new season, sandals, sun dresses, and all.
I thought I'd celebrate this exciting, long-overdue (in my opinion) first day of Spring with a tarot spread to chart our growth. One of my favorite part of this season is the sense of awakening we all experience. After having laid dormant in the winter, we perk up, get restless, clean and preen just like the creatures and plants around us.
I hope you find this spread useful as you navigate this exciting change. I designed it to track the personal growth we're experiencing, with cards to identify they seeds we've planted in our lives and how they're emerging. Click on the image above for detailed instructions and don't forge to share if you have any illuminating experiences - I'd love to hear from you.
Autumn Leaves Tarot Spread
Fall is here and I couldn't be more excited. One of my favorite things to do it wander around outside exploring. There's nothing like seeing all the nuances and hidden secrets in nature: the crisp antique blue of the fall sky, strange mushrooms growing under a log, an odd flower you've never seen before.
This weekend I spent three hours walking along the trails of a park near my house. I found myself fascinated by the rustling autumn leaves, how they dry to a crisp that makes that evocative rattling sound, and the magic of witnessing leaves falling to the ground. (Seriously, they hang on for so long, it's miraculous to me that I can see the exact moment they leave their home and cascade to the ground. What a privilege!)
This inspired me to make a tarot spread reflecting the changes we all undergo in Autumn. I think the process of shedding old growth applies to all creatures, including us, so I made this spread to look into what we're leaving behind and how we can care for ourselves as we "shed our leaves."
Not just a spread for fall, these cards are wonderful for any transitions and moments where we need to commemorate a change, especially one where we need some breathing room afterwards before we start of running again. Click here or on the image above for a full rundown.
I hope you find it helpful :) Happy fall!
A Tarot Spread for Cheering Yourself Up
Just added to the tarot spread collection!
I've been having so much fun making these spreads for you all. This one comes from a stretch of time when I've needed a little extra tenderness from myself. It's easy to get lost in self-criticism and prickly feelings. Luckily, tarot doesn't just have to be about the future or even concrete action. It's a lovely tool for self-love, connection, and calming.
I hope you enjoy this spread when things get a little tough and find that it directs you back to all the wonderful things about yourself. Click on the photo above for the full rundown.
Introducing: Tarot Spreads
I like to be footloose and fancy-free with my tarot readings, but sometimes a custom-made spread is just what I need to really hone in on a question.
Sure, old faithfuls like a 3 card past-present-future spread or a more comprehensive celtic cross reveal plenty of information, but nothing beats a more specific-spread to cover all the issues on my mind.
What better way than to devise a layout of cards that directly refer to what you want to learn?
Concocting these is especially satisfying, and I like to test them out, tweaking a position here and there until they're just right.
Well, now I'll be sharing my favorite, time-tested spreads on my website in the creatively named "Tarot Spreads" section under my collection of free resources.
Jump on over to see the first in the series, my trusty Two Options tarot spread. I like to use this one when I'm faced with a choice between two equally alluring possibilities. In this spread you'll find cards to help ground your choice - what you're really looking for when you make your decision - as well as information and outcome cards for each option.
And of course stay tuned for more spreads in the days to come!
It’s so easy to get serious when reading tarot. With cards like The Tower, The Hermit, and the Ten of Swords, who could blame you for painting sweeping pictures, waxing poetic about existential dilemmas, and focusing on the mythic in the mundane? I’ve noticed, however, that sticking to these areas when reading can lead to burnout, not to mention a limited understanding of the cards. If everything is epic, how can you go to the cards to understand smaller issues like daily decisions, exciting and low-stakes choices, or even open-ended explorations of themes?