Tarot Reading
Overview
Day 1: The Foundations of Tarot (2 Hours)
Session 1: Introduction to the Tarot & The Major Arcana
- Welcome & Setting Intentions (15 min)
- Brief introduction to the history and philosophy of Tarot.
- Dispelling common myths and misconceptions about Tarot.
- Understanding Tarot as a tool for self-discovery, guidance, and intuition, not just fortune-telling.
- Setting personal intentions for the webinar and your Tarot journey.
- Choosing & Connecting with Your Deck (20 min)
- Guidance on selecting a Tarot deck (Rider-Waite-Smith emphasis, but open to other traditional decks).
- Rituals for cleansing, dedicating, and bonding with your new deck.
- Practical tips for creating a sacred space for your readings.
- The Structure of the Tarot Deck (25 min)
- Overview of the 78 cards: Major Arcana and Minor Arcana.
- Introduction to "The Fool's Journey" as an archetype for the Major Arcana.
- Interactive Exercise: A quick "Meet Your Deck" exercise.
- Deep Dive into the Major Arcana (Part 1) (45 min)
- Understanding the overarching themes and archetypes of the Major Arcana.
- Detailed exploration of the first 11 Major Arcana cards (0 - XI: The Fool to Strength).
- Keywords, symbolism, and potential interpretations for each card in both upright and reversed positions (brief introduction to reversals).
- Q&A and Discussion (15 min)
Day 2: Reading the Cards & Practical Application (2 Hours)
Session 2: The Minor Arcana, Spreads & Intuitive Reading
- Review & Q&A from Day 1 (15 min)
- Recap of Major Arcana concepts and addressing any lingering questions.
- Exploring the Minor Arcana: The Everyday Journey (35 min)
- Introduction to the four suits: Wands (Fire), Cups (Water), Swords (Air), Pentacles (Earth).
- Understanding the elemental associations and their impact on interpretations.
- Overview of the numbered cards (Aces to Tens) and their progression within each suit.
- Introduction to the Court Cards (Pages, Knights, Queens, Kings) as personalities and aspects of situations.
- Basic Tarot Spreads for Clarity (30 min)
- The One-Card Pull: Daily guidance and quick insights.
- The Three-Card Spread: Past, Present, Future / Situation, Obstacle, Advice.
- Live Demonstration & Practice: Participants will have the opportunity to practice a simple spread with guidance.
- Developing Your Intuition & Reading Ethics (20 min)
- Techniques for connecting with your intuition during a reading (meditation, breathwork).
- Trusting your gut feelings and interpreting the "story" the cards tell.
- Ethical considerations for reading Tarot for yourself and others (respect, confidentiality, empowering the querent).
- Putting It All Together & Next Steps (20 min)
- Tips for journaling your readings and tracking your progress.
- How to continue your Tarot journey beyond this webinar.
- Resources for further learning and practice.
- Final Q&A and Wrap-up.
What You Will Gain:
- A solid understanding of the 78 Tarot cards, including their core meanings and symbolism.
- The ability to confidently perform basic Tarot readings for self-guidance.
- Techniques to activate and trust your intuition for deeper insights.
- Practical experience with popular Tarot spreads.
- A clear roadmap for continuing your Tarot learning journey.
- A digital workbook with key card meanings, spread diagrams, and journaling prompts.
Who Should Attend:
- Complete beginners interested in learning Tarot from scratch.
- Individuals who have a Tarot deck but feel overwhelmed or unsure how to use it.
- Anyone seeking a powerful tool for self-reflection, personal growth, and gaining clarity in life.
- Those curious about the mystical arts and wanting to explore their intuitive abilities.
Requirements:
- A Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot deck (or a similar traditional deck).
- A pen and notebook or journal for taking notes and recording readings.
- An open mind and a willingness to explore!
