I was looking at the categories on my Substack and noticed that I neglected the tarot one a bit, having no new post since July. Unacceptable!
I love Tarot so much! and since January this year I have learnt quite a bit about it, I have gathered a few books and a few tarot decks. So there is plenty I can write about, and in a way I quite enjoy the technicality of it.
Many people, when they think of the tarot, they think of a tarot session in a darkened room, with a bohemian reader, surrounded by soft furnishings and candles.
From the books I have read, I have learnt that tarot readers can indeed be as described above, but also they can be anyone. There is no defined way a tarot reader is, anyone willing to put in the time and learn and develop their skills can be a tarot reader.
So, if ever, you think that you would like to learn more about the tarot, but you are not sure you have what’s needed, please put that doubt aside. If anything, that doubt shows you will be a good reader, as you are coming from a place of modesty.
But revenons à nos moutons, the two card spread.
Interestingly enough, although the one card draw is quite popular, the two card spread, not so much! I looked through quite a few of my books and most jump from 1 card to 3, or more complex spreads.
I did manage to find some info on it though so I can share it with you.
The two card spread can be used when we need to make a choice and are unsure of the way to go. The cards provide insight and clarify to ourselves which way we actually want to go. Most often just the Major Arcana are used.
For example, lets say we have a querent wanting to know which job is better from two options she has. She draws two cards.
Job 1: The Devil
Job 2: Temperance
What does the Devil card tell us about the first job?
Competition
Temptation
Money
Power, but not necessarily the good kind, and it can be that is imposed on us rather than our own
Struggle to deal with influences
Bullying
Can lead to feeling of being a prisoner of the job
What does the Temperance card tell us about the second job?
Good work-life Balance
Safety
Time to grow at your pace
Support and guidance
Space to enjoy the outdoor
Peace of mind
Freedom to be our own person while also working for a living
Now. Knowing all of these, our job seeker querent can decide what is important for her in her life at that moment. Does she want to gain a lot of money while working in a very demanding, competitive environment or does she want to have a stable job that allows her to enjoy her hobbies and have a more relaxed take on life, but can be boring and not lead to explosive career growth.
It is important to notice that each situation has its pros and cons, the same with the tarot cards, they can all have lighter and darker shades.
I hope you enjoy the two card spread and it will help you clarify your choices when you are stuck!