Above / Below / Right Here Tarot Spread
This spread connects three perspectives: higher wisdom (above), foundational support (below) and the present moment (right here). It helps you ground spiritual insights into practical actions, understand what underpins you and stay mindful of the present. This awareness encourages you to integrate intuition and reality.
Why This Spread?
Use this spread when you seek alignment between your spiritual guidance, practical foundation and current situation. It clarifies what supports you, what you are being called to from above and how to ground that wisdom in the here and now to move forward.
3 Card Tarot Card Spread
Above / Below / Right Here Tarot Spread Breakdown:
Card 1: Above – Connect with your higher self and recognise the guidance offered from above.
Card 2: Below – Identify the support systems and resources that ground and sustain you.
Card 3: Right Here – Ground your insights in the present moment and take practical action.
When To Use Guidance Spread
Turn to this spread when you feel unanchored or caught between ideals and reality. It’s helpful for balancing dreams with practical steps and for integrating spiritual insights into daily life. Use it to focus your energy on what matters now and what supports you.
Questions For Grounded Guidance
Affirmations For Grounding
Journaling Prompts For Grounding
Reflection Tips For Guidance
Why Card Guidance Helps
Cards offer a way to bridge spiritual ideas and practical reality. This spread makes invisible support visible, highlighting what guides you, what grounds you, and how to use both. It fosters trust in your intuition while ensuring you act in the present.
Understanding Above And Below
This spread examines the relationship between higher guidance, foundational stability and present reality. It reminds you that spiritual insights are grounded by practical support and made meaningful by what you do right now. Recognising these connections helps you stay centred and purposeful.
Key Focus Areas For Guidance
The Above card represents spiritual guidance, inspiration and your higher self. It prompts you to listen to intuitive messages and to recognise what universal wisdom is being offered. This awareness helps you align your actions with your highest aspirations and values.
The Below card symbolises your foundation: support systems, resources and grounding practices. It encourages you to recognise who and what keeps you steady. Strengthening this foundation helps you carry spiritual insights into the physical world with confidence and resilience everyday.
The Right Here card anchors you in the present moment. It asks you how you can apply the insights from above and the stability from below in practical ways today. Focusing on now prevents procrastination and turns guidance into tangible action.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Above / Below / Right Here Tarot Spread
What is the Above / Below / Right Here spread for?
This spread is designed to connect spiritual insight with practical reality. It reveals what messages are coming from your higher self, what supports you, and how to apply both in your current situation. It’s ideal for integrating intuition and action.
When should I draw this spread?
Draw this spread when you feel spiritually ungrounded, confused about your next move, or torn between dreaming and doing. It’s useful after receiving inspiration or messages from meditation, as it will show you how to ground those insights into tangible steps.
Do I need a question to use this spread?
A question isn’t necessary. You can use the spread to explore general guidance from your higher self and support systems. However, if you have a specific situation, focusing on it while shuffling can yield more targeted insight into how to act in the present.
What does the Above card represent?
The Above card symbolises your higher self, spiritual guidance or intuition. It can also represent ancestors or universal messages. Look at the card to see what wisdom is being offered and how it aligns with your current path. Consider meditation or prayer for deeper understanding.
What if the Below card shows weakness?
A challenging Below card may indicate that your support system or resources aren’t as strong as you thought. Rather than worry, treat this as encouragement to build your foundation. Reach out to trusted allies, strengthen daily routines and invest in what truly grounds you.
How can I act on the Right Here card?
The Right Here card guides you to focus on immediate action. Look at the card’s symbolism and message for practical steps. It may suggest mindfulness practices, conversations, or changes to your routine. Acting on it bridges the gap between inspiration and real-world results.
How does this spread differ from the Unconscious / Conscious / Superconscious spread?
Unconscious/Conscious/Superconscious dives into hidden psychological layers, while Above/Below/Right Here connects spiritual guidance, practical support and present action. Use the first to explore inner psyche and the latter to link intuitive messages with grounded steps in the here and now effectively.
Can this spread support career decisions?
Yes. The Above card may offer insight into your vocation or calling, the Below card shows whether you have the resources and support to pursue it, and the Right Here card suggests practical steps. This structure makes it effective for aligning career choices with your values.
What if I only get one clear message?
Sometimes one card stands out because that area needs attention now. If above guidance is clear but below and right here feel uncertain, focus on grounding that insight with small actions. Over time, drawing the spread again can show how the message evolves as you act.
How can I integrate this spread into my daily practice?
Pull the spread regularly during meditation or journaling. Write down the guidance from each card and note steps you can take in the moment. Over days or weeks, review your notes to see how your guidance, support and present actions align, building trust in your process.
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