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Blogs covering foundational tarot topics like tips, spreads, meanings, and practical advice to support your tarot journey.

Why I Quit Collective Tarot Readings on Social Media

Why I Quit Collective Tarot Readings on Social Media

12 January 202613 January 2026
9 min read
I quit collective tarot readings on social media when I saw how algorithms target vulnerable people. Here's what's really happening on TikTok and Instagram.

What to expect in a tarot reading: person receiving cards in atmospheric reading room

What to Expect in a Tarot Reading: The Honest Truth

31 December 202520 January 2026
12 min read
Wondering what to expect in a tarot reading? Here's a real example from my reading room - no BS, no predictions, just honest clarity about patterns and choices.

Somebody sitting meditating with the text "Why I Use A Grounding Meditation Before A Tarot Reading" on the screen.

Why I Use A Grounding Meditation Before A Tarot Reading

28 December 202531 December 2025
8 min read
I (almost) always start with a grounding meditation before a tarot reading. It’s optional, takes 2 minutes, and helps you settle, so the reading lands clearly.

How To Do A Tarot Reading For Yourself: 8 Honest Ways

19 December 202531 December 2025
19 min read
Learn how to do a tarot reading for yourself with eight honest ways to use daily pulls, three card tarot spreads and monthly check ins for real life clarity.

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4 Signs of a Bad Tarot Reader: How To Spot a BS Tarot Reader

8 December 202520 January 2026
8 min read
Learn the signs of a bad tarot reader so you can avoid scams, spot red flags early, and choose someone ethical. Protect your money and your peace

A gold pendulum swinging against a dark background with the title How To Use A Pendulum For Real Life Clarity in bold orange text.

How To Use A Pendulum For Real Life Clarity

2 December 202531 December 2025
8 min read
Learn how to use a pendulum with simple grounded steps, clear yes or no pendulum questions, and practical guidance from my own experience.

How To Read Tarot Without A Spread

26 November 202531 December 2025
14 min read
Learn how to read tarot without a spread using 3 card chunks, conversation, and patterns in the cards so your readings feel grounded, clear, and flexible.

8 Myths About Online Tarot Readings Totally Busted

19 November 202519 November 2025
10 min read
Busting the biggest myths about online tarot readings, how they actually work and why they can be just as powerful as in-person sessions.

Text reads “The 5 Most Explosive Tarot Cards: Lessons from Guy Fawkes” over an image of people watching fireworks and a bonfire at night.

The 5 Most Explosive Tarot Cards: Lessons from Guy Fawkes

26 October 202531 December 2025
10 min read
Discover the 5 most explosive tarot cards and the fiery lessons of Guy Fawkes Night on chaos, truth, and transformation.

The Star Tarot Card: On Being Your Authentic Self

The Star Tarot Card: On Being Your Authentic Self

8 October 202531 December 2025
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7 min read
The Star Tarot Card reminds us to love ourselves without masks or achievements and to embrace authenticity after everything falls apart.