Staying inside for long periods of time can be a blessing or a curse (usually both!) because it forces us to confront ourselves. Sort of.
There’s still The Internet and the myriad of entertainment possibilities like TV shows, movies, podcasts, porn, video games, books, picking fights with one’s husband, etc, that can serve as glorious distractions.
BUT….when you can no longer venture outside, eventually you must venture inside. And what better way to do it than with a juicy-fun Tarot spread?
So dust off your Tarot deck, light some smelly incense and let’s get witchy…
I just did a livestream on how to read Tarot during times of stress, as I know most of us are feeling pretty overwhelmed right now. Below is the replay of that livestream, along with a PDF handout (this includes a Tarot spread, my 4 tips for reading Tarot and a worksheet). For the written version of this livecast, just keep reading….
We are most drawn to Tarot during difficult and uncertain times because this is when we crave answers, guidance and comfort!
Yet, reading Tarot when we’re stressed and hungry for “answers” is sometimes the WORST time to do a reading!
Remaining objective and unbiased can be difficult, especially if you’re reading about something near and dear to your heart. Being highly emotional can cloud your intuition and rational though, making you hyper sensitive to those ânegativeâ cards.
Sometimes doing a Tarot reading will only create more stress than before. So what to do? Should you avoid reading Tarot altogether? No! Do this instead…
Step One â CALM YOUR ENERGY
Your intuition is best heard when you’re calm as high emotions can drown out intuitive guidance as well as rational thought. So it’s important to take the time to relax and centre yourself before you reach for your Tarot cards.
Start by accepting yourself as you are right now. Acknowledge how you feel and tell yourself thatâs okay…. for example, you might say âright now I feel anxious and hopeless….and that’s okay. I love and accept myself anyway.â
Place a hand on your stomach and one on your heart. As you inhale, breathe down into your belly, so that the hand on your belly rises before the hand on your chest.
If you really want to get fancy, extend your exhale slightly. Focus on a long, smooth exhale that is slightly longer than your inhale. If you inhale for 3 seconds, exhale for 4. After just a few breaths like this you should be calm as f*ck.
Step Two â Ask HOW DO I WANT TO FEEL?
Before consulting your tarot cards, ask yourself“how do I want to feel in this situation?”
Asking âhow do I want to feel?â automatically helps you shift your focus away from the problem and into a more positive mindset.
Once you are clear on how you’d like to feel, bust out your Tarot cards and ask âhow can I feel _____?â
The card(s) that you draw will give you guidance as to what actions to take, what strengths you can tap into, etc.
Step ThreeâASK STRESS FREE QUESTIONS
Ask your Tarot deck questions that will reduce your stress and not add to it.
Questions to avoid…
-what should i do?
-what do i need to know?
-why is this happening?
-what will happen?
All these questions could add to your stress and create even more anxiety. If you can avoid asking directly about the issue that is bothering you, do it.
For example, instead of asking “will my finances improve this year?” ask something like “what should I focus on to improve my finances?”
Questions to ask…
-how can i feel the way I want to feel?
-how can I make things better?
-how can i make the most out of this?
-what is my PURPOSE right now?
-what should I focus on?
-what strengths do I have that will help me now?
These questions help you shift into a state of empowerment and lead to a more helpful, calming reading.
Step Four – Focus the reading on what you can DO(rather on what will HAPPEN)
This puts you in the drivers seat of your life! If you just focus a reading on The Future and what will happen, you end up feeling like a helpless wimp!
If you get any “negative” Tarot cards in your reading, know that they aren’t there to predict gloom and doom but they’re telling you what needs to be released and how to improve things.
Hope you found all this helpful and I hope it leads to some calming and helpful Tarot readings đ
xoxo
Kate
I’ll be sharing my best Tarot reading tips on how to read for yourself (or others) about intense and stressful topics. You can find the live event right here (a replay will be available)- hope to see you there đ
Hope you are well and having a good week đ
xoxo
Kate
Remember those vision boarding parties back in the 2000âs?
Well Iâm about to throw and anti-vision boarding party…and guess what? Youâre invited!!!!
A âvision boardâ is where you clip out pictures and words that represent what you want to manifest in your life and then glue it on a board and hang it on your wall. So 2006!
An anti-vision board is where you clip out images, words and phrases that represent what you actively DISLIKE. Then you glue these on a board or mug to create an edgy and disturbing art piece! Very 2020.
Fun? You bet it is!
Okay, I can hear what your mind beginning to protest âbut why focus on the negative? Wonât I end up manifesting what I DONâT want?â
No. The object of an anti-vision board isnât manifestation, but cathartic expression of everything you vehemently reject.
FACT: Your anti-vision board says a lot about you. Much more than a regular old vision board. You might even call anti-vision boarding a potent (and hilarious!) form of âshadow workâ.
Whatâs on my anti-vision board, you ask? Letâs just say itâs a visually stunning compilation of red wine, luxury SUVs, babies, fast food, Ryan Seacrest and the word âmurderâ (which is kind of a lie, since I like true crime podcasts).
My anti-vision board!
Ironically, those very same items may be on some peoples vision boards!!!!! And thatâs the beauty of life â weâre all different and weâre all drawn to and repelled by different things.
My anti-vision boarding party will take place via my YouTube channel TOMORROW (Monday, March 23rd at 12 Noon PDT) – you can RSVP right here or just show up. The replay will also be available if you can’t make this time đ
Hereâs whatâs going to happen: Iâm going to broadcast LIVE from my foster cat room and weâre going to create an anti-vision board (or mug or box or whatevs) TOGETHER! And itâs going to be SO. MUCH. FUN. I canât wait!!!
Hereâs what youâll need:
– old magazines and catalogues – scissors – glue – modge podge (optional) – some poster board or a piece of cardboard of any size (if you would rather make a mug, vase or box, then you will need that instead) – Any other items you want to add for embellishment like glitter or whatever. – A desire to create some mischievous fun!
How to participate:
Update: This event has already happened, but here’s the replay…
Why I’m doing this:
There is something wonderfully relaxing about flipping through old magazines and chatting and laughing.
Laughter is medicine! Never underestimate the power of laughter to help you heal and relax. So let’s get together and vision board….the wrong way!
Much has changed in the past week for many of us and sometimes it feels like things are getting shittier and shittier. But what isn’t shitty are these cards and their messages…
Let me know how you’re doing and what you’re doing to pass the time while in social isolation. Remember, we’re in this together!
Quarantined? Practising “social distancing”? Already watched all the crap on Netflix? Don’t worry! I’ve got your back.
The bright side of a mini apocalypse is having more time to devote to your Tarot studies. So don’t stress! Instead, bust out your Tarot deck and let’s get to it…
I’ve rounded up my 7 favorite Tarot exercises that will help you pass the time AND transform you into a better Tarot reader!
This one is good for Tarot beginners but more experienced Tarot readers will find some helpful tidbits, too.
Here I share my favorite techniques for learning the Tarot card meanings – techniques that will help you engage with the cards and stop relying on Tarot books or boring memorization!
A mediocre Tarot reader asks her deck questions. A sensational Tarot reader lets her deck ask her the questions! Confused yet? Then read the full article and/or watch this video…
We all know the Court Cards can be a challenge. They’re kind of boring, nothings happening in them and they all look the same. But I discovered a funny way to get to know them (and remember them!) and I think you might just like it…
Have you ever noticed that some cards in the Tarot are kind of similar? Like the Two of Cups and The Lovers? Or The Emperor and the King of Swords?
I call these similar cards sister cards and in this post I tell you what it means when a pair like this shows up in your reading and how studying the “sister cards” can help you deepen your understanding of Tarot.
This Tarot spread collection has spreads for special occasions like birthdays, Christmas and Valentines and weird stuff like a special spread for cat lovers. Plus, there’s even Tarot spreads that you will actually want to try, trust me đ
View and download my Essential Tarot Spread Collection right HERE.
I don’t know about you, but it’s pandemonium where I live – insane grocery store lineups, no toilet paper, etc. Everyone’s ramping up for impending closures and disaster and it feels a bit apocalyptic.
Whenever I feel overwhelmed by stuff like this, I just look at my cats – they don’t give a sh*t about anything! Not a care in the world! But if you don’t have cats, hopefully this Tarot reading (using the Spacious Tarot) will help calm your mind a bit….
Join me as I give you a glimpse of the new Awakening edition of the Ember & Aura Tarot by Jamie Richardson!
You may remember I did an unboxing video of the first edition a few months ago. This new edition has slightly different card backs, the cardstock is more matte (and nicer) and has rose gold edging, plus an extra “awakening” card.
To sum it up, this is a wonderful Tarot deck for readers of all experience levels and I’ve had many insightful readings with it. It’s a deck I’ll be using for many years to come!
