The Hit List - The free tarot reading request

Every so often, a free tarot reading request lands in my inbox. Sometimes the person is direct (“please give me a free tarot reading”). Other times, it’s sneaky (“can you interpret this ten card reading I just did for myself”). 99% of the time, it’s a reading about a troubled romantic relationship.

I never honor these requests. I simply do not have the time. Plus, I don’t want to encourage this trend. My assistant usually deletes them because answering leads to another email either demanding an explanation, begging, a sob story, or a nasty note (you would not believe how cruel some people get when you say no).

If these folks bothered to read my site, they’d notice that I stopped reading for the public four years ago. They’d also see there are no mentions of free tarot reading services. But when you lead with your need, the details don’t matter I guess.

I do understand why folks would attempt to get a free service. Like any business, these requests are par for the course. Folks love a deal! I am not going to fault them for that. However, most businesses will make announcements for special deals, so it doesn’t take much effort to find the freebies and sales. The world wide web is filled with all sorts of goodies like that.

But for those who do not have the time, inclination, or wherewithal to search for free or discounted tarot reading services, I have a few suggestions that might help.

1. There are many Facebook groups that offer free tarot readings. Most of these are folks who are learning – and they appreciate the practice.

2. You can find local meet-ups of tarot enthusiasts in your area. Some of them encourage people to join in for practice.

3. Many readers are on social media offering free readings (I do readings for all the zodiac signs on Instagram Mondays and Fridays). Look around and you might catch someone doing live on-the-spot readings.

4. Organizations like TABI and ATA offer free readings on their sites. They have skilled members ready to throw cards.

As you can see, there are plenty of free options! I hope this list steers you in the right direction the next time you need tarot guidance and don’t have the bread to pay a professional.

xo,

Theresa

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