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2024 and the Eights of the Minor Arcana
In the last blog post, I discussed how the numbers for the year 2024 added up to an eight, which represented Strength, and this year was composed of numbers related to The High Priestess (twice), The Fool, and The Emperor. But that’s not all! There are also eights in...
2024 = The High Priestess, The Fool, The High Priestess (again) and The Emperor.
In numerology, the year 2024 adds up to the number 8, but apart from this year being the sum of individual numbers, it also incorporates the qualities of each number. The equivalent Tarot cards for 2, 0, 2, and 4 are The High Priestess, The Fool, The High Priestess...
Strength is the Major Arcana Card for 2024
In numerology, the year 2024 is associated with the number 8, which coincides with the Strength card in the Tarot. This card represents a year of resilience and the ability to recover from challenges. So, in 2024, we could see economic, social, or environmental...
Tarot Workshop
My latest workshop in Klemzig was a hit, so I'm going on a road trip and taking the Tarot Made Simple workshop to Clare, South Australia. Do you want to be more accurate in your Tarot readings? Do you want to have more confidence when doing readings for others? This...
Which Tarot Deck is Right for You?
If you’ve browsed through a metaphysical bookstore lately (or an online one), you would have noticed a wide variety of Tarot decks beckoning to be bought. The choice can be overwhelming! Which one should you buy? If you are a beginner, choose a traditional deck like...
Pamela Colman Smith and the Birth of Modern Tarot
The Rider-Waite Tarot, now called the Rider-Waite-Smith deck, stands at the forefront of divination methods. Its vibrant imagery and rich symbolism made it the most popular Tarot deck ever. While Arthur Edward Waite contributed the deck's framework and symbolism,...
What You Didn’t Know You Could Ask Tarot
Within Tarot’s 78 cards, a universe of possibilities is waiting to be unlocked by your questions. Forget rigid pronouncements of fate…Tarot is a mirror to your soul, reflecting the depths of your hopes, fears, and hidden potential. But what kind of questions can this...
Crafting Powerful Questions for Your Tarot Journey
Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious beginner, knowing how to ask the right questions is critical to unlocking the wisdom of the cards. In this guide, we'll explore the types of questions appropriate for Tarot readings, the best way to phrase those...
Sunflowers, Sun Gods, and Tarot
In the Rider-Waite Tarot deck, two cards prominently feature sunflowers: The Sun and the Queen of Wands. The Sun card depicts a large, shining sun and a line of sunflowers, symbolising positivity. Sunflowers are joyful flowers of happiness and warmth, which is...
The Tower Card is a Storm of Spiritual Awakenings
The quote "Not all storms come to disrupt your life; some come to clear your path" is credited to Paulo Coelho, who shared it on Twitter in 2018. As soon as I read it, I thought of the Tarot’s card, The Tower, which is associated with sudden and unexpected upheavals....
A Tarot Reading for the New Year
The first day of the year is when resolutions are made, and hopes for the future take shape. A long-standing tradition of mine is to start the year with a Tarot reading. The first of January is an opportune moment to engage with the cards, as it marks a symbolic reset...
A. E. Waite and Alchemy
Arthur Waite, the creator of the modern Tarot, had a deep affinity for alchemy. To him, alchemy was not just a science but a profound spiritual and philosophical system that epitomised the heights of mystical existence. Because Waite viewed Tarot as a means for...
Tarot in Pop Culture
The Rider-Waite-Smith deck has appeared in many mediums of modern culture. If you’re an old hippie and you went to see the musical Hair in 1968, you might have been lucky enough to be given a ‘Lovers’ Tarot card souvenir by the cast during or after the show. If you’re...
10 Tarot Misconceptions: Debunking the Superstitions
Tarot is a centuries-old divination practice that uses a deck of cards to provide insights into the past, present, and future. It is a popular tool for self-reflection, personal growth, and decision-making. However, many misconceptions about Tarot can prevent people...
The Enigma of the Death Card
As you look at the image of the Death card, you might instinctively flinch, fearing its ominous connotations. But remember that its purpose is to beckon you to embark on a powerful journey of transformation and renewal. The Death card, bearing the number 13, is...