Gonzo Tarot - A New Rule of Thirds

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Three cards. Three days.

Today’s technique is fun and it produces interesting results. Here’s what you do:

Think of a question as you shuffle your cards. Put the deck face down on the table and fan them out.

Now, pick three cards but DO NOT FLIP THEM OVER. Instead, take a moment to sit with the cards. You may even wish to put your hand over each one. Then, without turning them over, write down one word for each card based on what you are feeling.

Leave those cards sit for three days. (No peeking!) Notice if any other intuitive insights emerge. Write those down too.

After the third day, go ahead and turn them face up. Compare the cards to your initial impressions. Did they make sense? Were you way off the mark? Can you integrate those first vibes into an interpretation now that you can see the actual images on the cards?

Here’s an example: I was reflecting on a business conundrum that I’ve been struggling with for a while now. I picked my three cards for advice and here are the words I came up with before turning them over:

Peace
Win
Electric

When I was able to peek at the cards, I got:

Lovers
Justice
Sun

Three Major Arcanas! There’s a big spiritual lesson at play here.

Lovers/peace – this suggests to me that I need to take a loving and peaceful approach to my dilemma. No matter how I am feeling, it is best to adapt a spiritual and diplomatic attitude at this time.

Justice/win – let karma do its work and things will move towards a positive outcome. I may not know what laws are in operation at this time – the Universe will work this out and I need to trust that and remain ethical.

Sun/electric – radiate positive energy – shine brightly. This situation can generate a lot of heat. Heat can warm a whole house or it can burn something to the ground. Awareness of the energy present will allow me to choose the right path.

After reflecting on my interpretation, this was a gentle reminder that love and positive energy wins karma points. Best for me to focus on the good and let this sort itself out. In fact, divine order may already be happening – it’s time for me to trust and not let this get under my skin any longer.

So go ahead, Tarotistas – try this little Tarotcise and see what you come up with. Share your results in the comment section below!

Blessings!

Theresa