Things to Never Do with Tarot Cards
Tarot cards can be an interesting means of getting answers and even speaking to your sub consciousness. Like any form of divination though there are a couple of things that you should never do using tarot cards to ensure that the process is being conducted in the most proper way possible.
It means that you won’t be using salt instead of sugar in a cake, do you? Just like it has “ingredients” and certain practices that should not be followed when practicing tarot. There is a great deal about preserving a positive and constructive experience.
Thus, let’s discuss what you should not do with tarot cards and guarantee that our tarot practice is full of positivity.
💔 Don’t Use Tarot Cards for Harmful Intentions
Alright, let us look at the real picture for a second. While tarot is a pretty and helpful instrument for both personal growth and direction in life, it should clearly never be utilized to control and/or hurt other people. That is a clear no-no when it comes to practicing tarot.
An obvious violation of privacy would be attempting to influence someone’s decisions or to make future predictions of them without their permission. It is like reading another person’s diary – not very nice you know. You should always know that tarot is a tool of self-empowerment and a question is actually a test of free will. It is our desire to motivate and encourage; instead, fear and dependency are not a part of our mission.
Tarot has to do with self-development, not with having a tool with which to attack someone else, so to speak. So let us repeat and remind you that this is a positive, respect-based, and well-intentioned work with tarot.
♾️ Avoid Asking the Same Question Repeatedly
Okay, let us pull what we’ve most certainly all done at one time or the other – repeatedly asking the very same question and expecting a different response. That is like refreshing your email and hope that the perfect job offer will magically appear!
But here’s the thing: what tarot isn’t is trying and trying again to get the “right” answer. It is about direction and definition. If you keep asking the same question, you are not open to get the message of the cards. This is because you are more interested in pushing through to get a particular result.
Furthermore, asking the cards with the same question presents a conflict that arises and rather confuses the cards. It is kind of a confusing experience where you feel like you are just hearing two different discussions simultaneously and are not quite sure which step to take next. Therefore, go with the flow and believe in the cards, believe in your instincts, and know that a message or a guide may be presented to you while you are not prepared for it.
🔮 Never Ignore Your Own Intuition
Now, let’s talk about something super important: your own intuition. As much as you may lose sight of the fact that the tarot is only a means of divination, it’s important that you are aware of this at all times. This is your instinct; your intuition – that idea in your head is where all the power lies.
So, do not disregard your own instincts while interpreting a spread. If a card reminds of a specific feeling or thought – do not ignore it! Maybe, it is the closest to the conventional definition that you need to receive in a given situation.
That’s where Tarot comes into play- it provides unbelievable information, but it is your inner voice interpretation that makes them so great. Therefore, listen to the inner voice and use the knowledge that you possess on the tarot journey you are about to undertake.
🧹 Don’t Use Tarot Cards in a Disrespectful or Unclean Space
Think about all these while you are in a spotty, messy room – not exactly the right atmosphere for a relax? The same goes for tarot. This is because you should make an appropriate environment for your readings free from any form of noise and the environment should be clean. This doesn’t mean you require an elaborate altar or meditation space (although, it’s not a bad idea!). It is more to do with having a peaceful and concentrated environment.
Do not practice Tarot readings when you are in a rude or unclean environment. It might simply mean cleaning up the environment in terms of arranging items in a room or clearing your energy before a reading takes place. Daily routines such as using a candle, cleansing with sage, or focusing on an intention really does help.
Keep in mind that tarot is a holy system, and if respected, you shall be able to establish a good connection with the symbols.
⏳ Never Rush Through a Reading
In our chaotic world, it becomes quite normal to wish to have all answers at hand and be able to wave our magic wand all the time. However, it is a vivid example of what not to do with tarot cards if you try to complete the reading hastily.
What about engaging into that cup of tea, which you have always wanted for the whole day? You wouldn’t swallow it in one lump I suppose? You would sip it calmly savoring the smell, the heat on your tongue and the taste that lingered in the mouth. As in a Tarot Deck, there are always deeper meanings hidden under the surface of any card.
So, don’t rush through a tarot reading. Take your time to become one with a card, or to listen to the information of the card, if you will; do this in a calm environment: put on some music, light a candle – do whatever can help you loosen up.
Tarot is not a race, but a path. Slow down, relax, and just let it happen.
🆚 Avoid Comparing Yourself to Others’ Tarot Skills
We have all been in situations where we tend to compare ourselves with others, seeing others execute a skill you are only just learning. But when it comes to tarot, remember this: everyone’s way is unique.
Do not compare yourself with others, especially those who have mastered the tarot reading skill for several years. It is quite absurd and quite rightly – it is like trying to compare an orange with an apple because every reader has their unique way of reading patterns and their own set of skills and competency gaps.
Why does it always have to be about what others are doing, when you should be enjoying what you are doing? Perhaps you are particularly eloquent with Tarot-Card-Reading, or with some of the decks especially. Forget about some standards of how your tarot practice should look like and let it grow organically.
⚖️ Don’t Over-Rely on Tarot for Every Decision
Now, it is high time we discuss balance a little bit. Tarot is an incredible aid for gaining knowledge and view switching, but do not forget that Tarot is just one tool in the Arsenal.
Do not fully rely on Tarot as the guide to your existence everyday, every decision you make and every action you perform. It is when you use a hammer to deal with all the problems – although sometimes a screwdriver is required, or possibly an electrician.
For matters that affect you in cases of emergencies, ailments, or the law and major life decisions you should seek advice and be discerning. While Tarot can be helpful in decision-making and some people’s lives, it should not be used instead of expert opinion or personal feeling.
The tarot is not a dictation device, which tells you what to do; instead, it is a wise friend who offers you advice. Hence, do not become dependent on it, rather let it be a means by which you become empowered.
Conclusion
So, there you have it – a friendly reminder of the things to never do with tarot cards. By avoiding these common pitfalls, you can ensure that your tarot practice remains a positive and empowering experience. Remember, it’s all about respect, intention, and honoring the magic of these beautiful cards.
