Everything You Need to Learn to Read Tarot Cards — Ohm Terra

0 Everything You Need to Learn to Read Tarot Cards Tarot Jul 21 Written By Julie Below are my favorite resources that helped me to learn tarot and a few recommendations on beginner tarot decks. I am a mass consumer of most things written and have found a few podcasts that help me learn tarot, not just chit chat with tarot readers (not that that’s bad) but when I wanted to learn tarot, I wanted people to go in depth about the cards. I also included some Youtube channels that teach tarot because I realize more people prefer watching to reading.

A tarot journal is one of the first things that you should create or invest in when starting your tarot journey. They are so valuable to help you learn what the tarot cards mean to you and how they show up in your life. Below is a done for you tarot journal that I made with all the things that helped me when I started my tarot journey over 10 years ago.

Dive into the realm of tarot with this beautifully crafted 110-page Tarot Journal, designed for both seasoned tarot readers and newbies alike. This journal serves as your personal guide through the world of tarot, providing ample space to record your daily readings, reflect on the messages from the universe, and deepen your connection to the tarot deck.This Tarot Journal invites you to explore the symbols and meanings behind each card. Each page is thoughtfully laid out to help you track your emotional, spiritual, and intuitive insights, fostering a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Whether you're seeking clarity on life's challenges, looking to harness your intuition, or simply wish to document your tarot journey, this journal is your perfect companion. 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And I really wasn't super impressed with it when I started. It wasn't until I had gotten a little more familiar with terms like the Kabbalah and symbolism that this book really began to shine. It gives you a brief overview of so many aspects of the tarot in bite size pieces that make it totally understandable for all levels.

This book is awesome for a full coverage of everything and anything tarot. Wen takes a very analytical approach to how she reads that cards and focuses on memorizing the meanings as well as learning how to read the card for the situation. This is a HIGHLY recommended book for anyone who reads tarot or wants to learn.

I enjoy this book because when you are learning tarot, you may be overwhelmed with the amount of stuff that you need to memorize to be ‘a good tarot reader’. This book helps break down the cards into all of the parts that we may be doing, but not really noticing what we’re doing, like looking at colors or describing the scene.

The deck of tarot tells a story of the journey of The Fool (card 0) and his/her journey through life and the major and minor challenges that they overcome. Rachel does an awesome job of really bringing the story to life with this book. It really helps you start the story telling aspect of the card instead of stating one word keyword descriptions for each card.

I haven’t picked this book up yet, but it’s definitely on my wish list. I added it here because the court cards are something that everyone struggles with and this book I have heard nothing but good things about since it came out.

This is a fun book to connect with tarot in general. This book is full of exercises to relate the tarot back to yourself and helps you get to know yourself on a deeper level using the tarot deck of your choice.

Ready to dive into the world of tarot? This beginner-friendly guide will walk you through your first tarot reading step-by-step, even if you’ve never touched a deck before! Learn how to choose your first deck, prepare for a reading, and interpret a simple 3-card spread with confidence. Discover how tarot can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and personal insight. Perfect for those who are curious about tarot but don’t know where to start!

Certain tarot cards signal that major life changes are ahead. In this post, we explore five significant tarot cards, like The Tower, Death, and The Fool, that represent transformation and upheaval. Learn how to navigate these changes with grace and use the wisdom of the cards to guide you through periods of growth and transition.

Ever wonder why the same tarot card keeps showing up in your readings? In this post, we explore the significance of repeatedly pulling the same tarot card and how to interpret the deeper message it’s trying to send you. Learn how to connect with your tarot deck and uncover what the universe is guiding you to see.

Looking for the perfect tarot deck? Discover how your zodiac sign can guide you in choosing the ideal tarot deck to complement your personality and energy. In this guide, we pair each zodiac sign with a tarot deck style and theme, offering recommendations like The Wild Unknown for Aries and The Moonchild Tarot for Cancer. Explore our tailored tarot deck suggestions to enhance your intuitive practice and align with your astrological traits.

Learn how to interpret a tarot card in multiple ways! This beginner's guide covers multiple methods for understanding the meaning of a single tarot card within a tarot spread. Discover how to use the card's picture, name, position, and your intuition to gain insights. Perfect for beginner tarot readers, this guide will help you start your tarot reading journey with confidence. Get tips on using a tarot guidebook and more.

How to calculate your tarot year cards for self development. Your year cards can help determine your life purpose and life lessons that you need to learn.

Learning the tarot court cards can be complicated for some people. Here is an exercise that you can do that can help you really get to know the tarot court.

If I were to start my tarot reading journey all over again, this is the advice that I would give to myself.

Learn how to read tarot using your intuition and not memorizing all 78 tarot card meanings. Create a deeper connection with the tarot using this method.

If you’re just getting started with your tarot journey, here is what you need to know about being a beginner tarot reader.

I’m going to be honest and say that watching YouTube is not my favorite way to learn things. I would prefer reading a physical book, but here are a few YouTube channels that have some solid info.

Benebell Wen does deck reviews and a video series to accompany her book, Holistic Tarot, as well as a whole host of different topics that she chats about her opinion on called “Bell chimes in”. Can you tell that I'm a bit of a fan girl?

Masters of the Tarot goes in-depth with some of the biggest names in tarot.

Tarot Oracle has a tarot lessons section on its page that helps you learn different aspects of tarot.

As I mentioned before, I like to learn about the cards, not just listen to people chat when I am full learning mode. Here are a few podcasts that will teach you about the cards on your commute to make it a bit less hellish.

I prefer decks that tell a story within the cards. I find decks that have one single image on the card hard to really connect with and find those decks are better for people who have worked with tarot for a while or are only interested in learning the definition in the little white book that comes with the deck.

Rider Waite Smith having at least one copy of this deck when you are first starting out is a really good idea because most books use this deck as the basis of their descriptions.

Everyday Witch Tarot I recommend this deck because it is very easy to connect with and the images are pretty straight forward. It does have a witchy touch and the cards are easy to shuffle. If you like a deck that is a little more mystical and witchy- this deck is def. for you.

Shadowscapes Tarot this was my first deck and still the deck that I have the best bond with. I know bonding with decks sound weird, but once you have a deck, you will totally understand. The images on these cards aren’t 100% a RWS clone, but are able to be interpreted easily.

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