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Tasters If you're uncertain of the accuracy
of Tarot, why not reassure yourself by having a Taster. These can be done
over Zoom or by telephone (payment in advance though please). When current restrictions are
no longer in force, Tasters can also be done at psychic fairs or charity
venues such as school fund raising events where a Taster is often offered
at a reduced rate. Alternatively make a social evening of it and invite
a group of your friends to your own home. Reduced rates will apply here
too. I do not presume to have the insight
or knowledge of the origins of Tarot. The history of Tarot goes so far
back that I am not going to attempt to cover it. Nor will I make any guesses
as to when or how this form of divination began. I only know through the
feedback I have received that it works. What I try to do is to give you
an insight into Tarot cards deck and their use. Everyone has readings
when the time is right. That's just the way it works. (In my soon to be
finished book Tarot, You and Me, I've given several examples of
readings I've done where this has been proven beyond doubt - at least
to me and the person concerned.) There are many different Tarot decks
available. The one I use is the Ryder Waite deck which is one of the most
popular. Experience of working with Tarot
cards has shown me that they work but we may not immediately understand
what they are telling us. The sometimes bad reputation the cards have
earned is not the fault of the cards. It's the fault of negative readers.
Sadly many Tarot card readers don't always interpret cards in a positive
way. In the hands of the right person, Tarot cards can fulfill the purpose
for which they were intended and be used to help people. There are 78 cards in the Tarot deck,
which is divided into two separate sections: the Major Arcana and
the Minor Arcana. You can do readings with just the Major Arcana.
However, I use the full deck as I think that doings so gives a fuller
picture of the story the cards are telling. The Major Arcana cards can be considered
as the skeleton of a story, whilst the Minor Arcana cards are the flesh
covering it. The Major Arcana contains 22 cards,
each of which is unique.They are numbered from 0 for
The Fool to 21 The World. The sequential
progress of the cards of this part of the Tarot deck can be equated to
a person's journey through life. All Major Arcana cards are strong,
so it is fair to say that the more of them that there are in a Spread,
the more important that reading is to the person concerned - they are
at a major point in their life. The Minor Arcana contains 56 cards,
which are structured in the same way as a regular deck of cards, except
there are 14 cards to each suite instead of 13. The suites correspond to those with
which most people are familiar: There are many different ways to
read Tarot Cards. A certain number of cards are chosen from the deck and
the rest are put to one side. Some readers choose the cards themselves,
others, including myself, prefer them to be selected by the client (the
person for whom the reading is being done.) However, due to the current
situation, for readings I do, I will shuffle the cards and will ask the
client their preferred way of choosing those to be used for the reading. Once chosen, the reader will lay
the cards out in in whatever way they understand for that type of reading.
These layouts are known as Spreads. Different spreads will need differing
numbers of cards depending on the reader and the purpose required of that
spread. Whatever level of talent you have,
you can always learn more about what you are doing. Tuition, and learning
from your lessons, will improve any natural talent you may have, whether
it be drawing, playing a musical instrument or a sport or reading Tarot
cards.
Tuition and learning are only the
beginning. What REALLY makes the difference between a talented novice
and someone with experience in any discipline, whether it be painting,
music, athletics or psychic abilities is practice. When you learn something
new you'll only improve by practising what you've learned. Musicians practice
scales until they are bored stiff. Artists keep drawing or painting to
become aware of perspectives and the way colours change when they mix.
Runners keep running to improve their times. You'll have to practice doing readings
as much as possible because the psychic talent also needs to be constantly
exercised to improve. (See Naomi & Tarot
for the way I did it.) Each reading you do will make you feel more confident
as you learn that your readings are accurate. The more readings you do,
the more feedback you'll get. And that will give you even more confidence
that you can do it. Also, don't just read for people you know. Readings
done for strangers are more useful because you know nothing about their
backgrounds. Recommendation is obviously the best
way of choosing a reliable teacher. But if you don't know anyone who can
give you that advice, ask if your potential teacher would be prepared
to give you the names of past students. Anyone who's genuine shouldn't
worry about doing that. Alternatively, go with your 'gut'
feeling. Obviously you may be wrong, but everything which happens will
be a learning experience. Due to the current situation, classes
are only available online through Zoom at present. Once restrictions are lifted I will
resume running in-person weekend Workshops and Introduction sessions.
Unless you or a friend wants
to host a workshop, tuition is usually held in, or near to, my home in
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. (See Current
Courses for the latest details of what's on offer or Training
to find out costs of courses.) You can have a half-day Introduction
session which will give you more information about Tarot. In this you'll
be introduced to the Tarot deck and will see a variety of readings to
demonstrate how versatile the cards can be, Again, these are currently
only available online. At the end of the session you will
have the opportunity to ask any questions which may still be bothering
you. With in-person tuition, Tarot and
Astrology Introduction sessions are held on the same day. You can attend
both for a reduced price. (See Current Courses
for the dates and more about these sessions. See Training
to find out costs. These are currently only available
online. A first reading usually includeds
a Past, Present and Future spread, then your choice of questions, next
four weeks or next year predictions or a reading of your own choice. Zoom is the preferred method for
online readings as they can be recorded easily. For in-person readings,
two recording options are available - audio tape or digital. The normal cost of a Tarot Taster
is £12.50. Tasters for a Tenner are
offered for fairs, fetes and charity events. Contact
Naomi for more information. Readings are currently only available
online. When restrictions are lifted, readings
will normally take place at my home in Berkhamsted, Herts. Providing it's
not difficult to get to you, if you want to host a group session for a
minimum of four people, I can do readings for you and your friends at
a venue of your choice. You can contact me through this link
to discuss or make an appointment. Contact
Naomi
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Prices of my readings are
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Read on to find out more about
Tarot.
The
following is a brief explanation of the Tarot deck followed by some answers
to some more commonly asked questions.
The Tarot Deck
The Major Arcana
The Minor Arcana
Reading Tarot Cards
Do you need to be psychic to read
Tarot cards?
I believe
psychic ability is a talent which is no different to a talent for art, music
or running. But all talents vary from one person to another. Anyone can
draw a matchstick man, press the keys on a piano or play a sport or game,
but some people are just better at what they do than others.
Will going to a class make you into
a Tarot card reader?
How can you get feedback?
Discuss the cards with
the person for whom you're reading.. Don't be afraid to admit you're just
learning. Interpreting the meanings of Tarot cards is the same as interpreting
a foreign language. The only difference is that this language comprises
symbols on cards instead of words. Tell clients that you're an interpreter
so you'll discuss the cards with them: You know the language. They know
their lives. Together you can work out what the cards are trying to tell
you.
How do you get a reliable teacher?
Do I run classes?
Can you
find out more without attending a full workshop?
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Cost of Readings
Full Tarot readings cost £45.00
and take about an hour.
Where can you get a reading?