Today, I tried out the Tree of Life tarot spread, and let me tell you, it was quite an experience. I’ve done a few readings before, but this one was different. It felt like a deep dive into my soul, you know?
First off, I set the mood. I lit some candles, put on some chill music, and made sure the room was quiet. No distractions allowed. Then, I grabbed my tarot deck – it’s a bit worn out, but I love it – and shuffled the cards while thinking about what I wanted to learn about myself.
The Tree of Life spread uses ten cards, each one placed in a specific spot that represents a different part of your life. It kind of looks like a tree, hence the name. Anyway, I laid out the cards one by one, following the pattern. This took a bit of time, as I wanted to make it clear.
- The first card, at the bottom, is about your foundation – what grounds you.
- Then there are cards for your past, your present situation, and your hopes and fears.
- Up at the top, there’s a card that shows your potential, your ultimate goal.
As I turned over each card, I took my time to really look at it. What did the images mean to me? How did they connect to the position in the spread? It wasn’t just about reading the textbook definition of each card. It was about feeling into them, seeing what they stirred up inside me.
I jotted down some notes as I went, writing down my first impressions and any thoughts that popped into my head. It was like having a conversation with myself, but with the cards as the go-between. Some of the cards were pretty straightforward, but others were more mysterious, more like puzzles to figure out.
Once I had looked at all the cards individually, I started to see how they related to each other. What was the overall message? Where were the connections and the contradictions? It was like putting together a jigsaw puzzle, only instead of a picture, I was building a story – my story.
The Big Picture
The reading gave me a lot to think about. It showed me some things I already knew about myself, but it also brought up some surprises. It highlighted areas where I’m strong and areas where I need to work on myself. It kind of felt like the cards were holding up a mirror, showing me my true self, warts and all.
By the end of it, I felt like I had a better understanding of where I am in my life right now and where I want to go. It wasn’t just about predicting the future – it was about gaining clarity and insight. The Tree of Life spread is definitely something I’ll try again. It’s a powerful tool for self-discovery, and I feel like I’ve only just scratched the surface.
