How to Read Tarot Intuitively
Intuitive Tarot
If you’ve heard the term “Intuitive Tarot” you may be wondering what exactly this means and how it differs from traditional card reading, which involves learning the meaning of the card, memorizing it and applying it to the reading at hand.
Intuitive Tarot reading is a bit different:
It Relies on Personal Intuition: Intuitive reading relies heavily on the reader's intuition and inner wisdom to interpret the cards, instead of strictly adhering to traditional meanings.
More Creative Interpretations: Intuitive readers are more likely to interpret the cards creatively, drawing connections between the imagery, symbolism, and their own intuition to provide a unique reading experience.
Emphasis on Personal Connection: Intuitive Tarot readings focus on building a personal connection with the cards and the querent, tapping into emotions and energies to provide deeper insights.
Fluidity and Flexibility: Unlike traditional Tarot readings, which may follow set spreads and interpretations, intuitive readings offer more fluidity and flexibility in how the cards are read and understood.
Holistic Approach: Intuitive Tarot reading often takes a more holistic approach, considering not just the individual card meanings but also the overall energy, intuition, and feelings surrounding the reading.
Incorporating intuition into Tarot reading allows for a more personalized and insightful experience, encouraging readers to trust their inner guidance and creativity when interpreting the cards.
It is also the quickest way to get started reading Tarot, because it doesn’t require memorizing the card meanings. Reading intuitively is a great way to get to know the cards naturally. You can build upon your Tarot knowledge as you go.
How to Read Tarot Intuitively
Lets get started with a sample intuitive reading. Today I am using The Light Seer’s Tarot by Chris-Anne, a beautiful deck that is easy to interpret intuitively, but also closely follows the RWS Tarot.
The Cards I have drawn are 2 of Pentacles, 8 of Swords, Page of Wands, 3 of Swords.
Start by looking at the imagery and observing how you feel. Does the image feel positive and hopeful, like the Page of Wands? Or full of fear and despair, like the 3 of Swords.
2 of Pentacles
What do you see?
Ask yourself some questions - Where is she? What is she doing?
How do you relate to the girl in the picture?
When I look at this card, I see someone standing her ground in a strong wind. She has strong balance, the wind will not knock her down.
In one hand she is holding a purse, the other is attached to a halo of energy or light. I see these symbolizing the physical realms and the spiritual. She has a firm grasp on both.
8 of Swords
What do the birds symbolize for you?
The cords, the blindfold?
What does this image make you think about?
I see someone entangled, or caught up, in their own thoughts, or their own perception of themselves.
She appears stuck, yet this is only a reflection of herself, not reality. I would suggest she needs to step away from this image and look around at reality instead. She needs to gain a fresh perspective.
Page of Wands
What is she doing? How does her posture feel?
What do you think the wand symbolizes?
How do the colors feel?
When do you feel this way?
This image feels very positive to me. A bit like the energy of The Magician. She is in control. Creating her own reality. Feeling very positive. Free and uninhibited. Full of creative energy.
Maybe she is starting out on a fresh journey, or creating something new. It feels exciting.
3 of Swords
What situation does this card brings to mind?
Have you ever felt this way?
How can you move towards healing this pain?
Can you alchemize this pain into personal growth?
This one is heartbreaking to me. The Dark Knight of the Soul.
Something very dear to her has been lost. Something important.
It feels like a part of her is shattered.
Create a story.
After considering the cards individually, look at them as elements of a story. What is the narrative playing out? What is this story saying to you? Is there an overall message, or a progression of events? Remember, this is based on personal insight and intuition. There is no right or wrong answer in an intuitive reading. You may find your intuitive insight is different from the traditional meaning, or very closely aligned.
Trust in your inner wisdom while also learning the established symbols and interpretations. This harmony will enhance the insight and guidance you provide during your readings.
Once you are able to blend your own intuition with the traditional meanings of the Tarot cards, your readings will gain even greater depth.
Embrace the blend of intuition and knowledge to unlock the full potential of your Tarot readings.
As always, have a beautiful day.