Well, well, well, if ya got yerself a new tarot deck, that’s somethin’! Ain’t nothin’ more excitin’ than holdin’ a brand new deck in yer hands and thinkin’ about all them cards and what they might have to say. Now, if yer like me, ya don’t just rush into it, no sir. Gotta take yer time, get to know the deck like it’s a new neighbor, or like a new cow on the farm. So, if ya wanna know how to get to know yer tarot deck proper, well, I got a few tips for ya. I ain’t no fancy scholar, but I reckon these little tricks will help ya out.
Start by just lookin’ at all them cards. Now, don’t go straight into shufflin’ ’em right away. Nah, sit down, spread ’em out on the table, and just have a good ol’ look. See what catches yer eye first. Some cards might jump out at ya, others might feel like they just don’t want to talk. But that’s alright, that’s how it goes. Like when you meet someone new—you don’t know ’em at first, but after a while, ya start to understand ’em more.
Flip through the cards one by one. This here’s important. Don’t just skim through ‘em fast like you’re in a hurry. Nah, take your time. Look at the pictures, feel the texture of the cards in yer hand, and see what kind of feelings or thoughts pop up when yer lookin’ at each one. You might notice some colors stand out more, or certain symbols feel a bit more familiar. That’s the deck speakin’ to ya, tellin’ ya somethin’ important.
Ask the deck some simple questions. Now, this is where ya get to know it better, like askin’ a new friend what they like to do. You can start with somethin’ like: “What’s yer purpose for me?” or “What do you want me to know?” It might sound silly, but trust me, it helps. The cards will tell ya what kind of energy they bring and how they want to work with ya. Pay close attention to what ya feel and what’s showin’ up in the cards.
- “What should I know about myself today?”
- “How can I use you to help me make better decisions?”
- “What energy do you bring into my life?”
- “What kind of guidance do you offer?”
Now, don’t rush to interpret the cards too quick. Sit with them, feel them, and let ‘em work with ya. Think of it like a new friendship—you can’t rush it, gotta let it grow over time.
Do a daily card pull for a month. This is somethin’ I recommend for sure. Every day, just pull one card from the deck and see what it’s tellin’ ya. Don’t worry too much about gettin’ it right, just let the card speak to ya and write down what it says. Over time, you’ll start to notice patterns or things you never noticed before. It’s like gettin’ to know the deck’s personality. Trust me, after a month or so, ya’ll be best friends!
Now, as you get to know your deck better, ya might find some cards stick out more than others. Some cards might feel familiar, like an old friend, while others might seem strange at first, but that’s okay. Just like people, decks got their own way of speakin’ to ya, and ya gotta give ‘em time to show ya what they got.
Listen to the energy of the cards. Sometimes, it’s not just about the picture or the meaning. The energy of the deck can really help guide ya. If a card feels strong, trust it. If it feels quiet or distant, maybe it’s not time to listen just yet. Like I said, it’s all about lettin’ the relationship grow.
And don’t forget to take notes! Write down what ya notice, what stands out, and how the cards make ya feel. That way, you got somethin’ to go back to when ya need a reminder or when ya feel like the deck’s not workin’ the way it should. You might even learn new ways of readin’ the cards as ya go along. Ain’t that somethin’?
So, whether you’re sittin’ in the kitchen, out on the porch, or by the fire, take yer time and really get to know that deck. It’s a long-term relationship, not a quick fling. Every time you shuffle those cards, remember, you’re buildin’ a friendship, and friendships take time to grow and understand. So, enjoy the journey with yer new deck and see where it takes ya.
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