Intuition is a gift we all have. We are all capable of slipping into a reverie or dreamlike, meditative state; and it is in this state that we make connections with the tarot card meanings as represented by their images.

Some of us access our intuition easily and for some it takes practice.

In self-development work, using the Tarot, you consciously identify with a particular card or cards, chosen at random or by visual selection. If you go with visual selection, choose a card that you feel particularly drawn to – or even one you particularly dislike!

Study the card for a while, letting your mind go into neutral. This can take practice, so take your time, relax and breathe slowly – close your eyes if you wish. Be open to anything, however illogical or tentative, that comes into your head: images, sounds, sensations, colours, words, feelings, anything.

You may find it helpful to record your reactions in a notebook, to refer to later, as these intuitive messages will almost certainly have some relevance to you even if the meaning is not obvious to begin with.

Example: Let’s say I’ve drawn the Three of Rods from The Intuitive Tarot. I might begin: ‘Concentration, energy, beautiful colours, velvet smoothness. Peace. Excitement at holding this beautiful egg.’ I might then ask the figure in the card what its story is, or describe myself as if I am the figure in this particular card (this is called ‘dialoguing’ with the card.

I am staring intently at a beautiful egg-shaped object. A double helix of energy is rising from it. Have I made it? I get the sense that it is humming. It is alive! This is some miraculous, alchemic secret.

My subconscious has informed me directly that I have access to a wonderful, living secret. It is my message; another person would probably ‘see’ something quite different. I don’t have to work out intellectually what this amazing secret could be, although I know it has something to do with the feeling of connection to my soul; all I need to do is to fully experience the wonder of it, and thank the universe for having granted it.

Working with the Tarot for Intuitive Guidance and Self-Development (Part 1) is a post from: Tarot Card Meanings - How They Can Help You Today

Working with the Tarot for Intuitive Guidance and Self-Development (Part 1) is a post from: Tarot Card Meanings - How They Can Help You Today