Have you ever had a Tarot reading that left you feeling helpless about your future? Maybe you’ve seen a card predicting financial troubles or relationship woes and thought, “Well, that’s it. Nothing I can do now.” If so, I’m here to tell you that there’s a powerful technique that can change the way you approach Tarot forever: Action Cards.
The Problem with Passive Tarot Readings
Traditional Tarot readings can sometimes feel like a glimpse into an unchangeable future. But life isn’t a predetermined path – it’s a journey we actively shape with our choices and actions. Tarot shouldn’t be about passively accepting fate but about gaining insights to make informed decisions.
Enter Action Cards: Your Tool for Change
I first learned about Action Cards from James Wanless, creator of the Voyager Tarot, at an International Tarot Conference in 1997. This concept revolutionised my approach to readings. Here’s how it works:
1. Identify the Issue: Do your regular spread and notice any concerning outcomes.
2. Clarify: Draw a card to understand the root cause of the problem.
3. Take Action: Draw an Action Card to reveal steps you can take to change the outcome.
4. Verify: Draw a Verification Card to check if your interpretation and planned action will lead to the desired result.
An Example in Action
Let’s say a spread shows financial difficulty in September (represented by the Five of Pentacles). Here’s how you might use Action Cards:
1. Clarification Card: The Chariot (possibly representing a car)
2. Action Card: Eight of Pentacles (suggests paying attention to details or repairs)
3. Interpretation: Get your car serviced soon to avoid a costly breakdown
4. Verification Card: Four of Pentacles (indicates financial stability if you take action)
By following this process, you’ve transformed a potentially stressful future into an opportunity for proactive problem-solving.
Beyond Problem-Solving
Action Cards aren’t just for averting adverse outcomes. Use them to:
– Understand what’s driving positive results in your readings
– Accelerate progress towards desired outcomes
– Gain clarity on the best path forward in any situation
Empower Your Tarot Practice
By incorporating Action Cards into your readings, you’re no longer a passive observer of your future. You become an active participant, using Tarot for personal growth and positive change. Remember, the future isn’t set in stone. With Action Cards, you can shape your destiny, one reading at a time. Try it yourself: Do a simple three-card spread, then draw an Action Card to see how you can influence your future!