How hard is it to learn to read tarot cards? How long do you think it would take. any info would be appreciate

All decks will come with a "Little White Book" -- a small pamphlet with a short description of each card. I'd suggest you don't rely too much on this -- it'll tell you the "what", but doesn't give you a feel for the "why".





First, decide which "flavor" of deck you want -- there are basically three kinds. There's a traditional "Marseilles" style -- most like playing cards, the Ace through 10 only have pip counts. I find them hard to learn from because there are no visual ques on the pip cards to help you. There's the "Rider-Waite-Smith" variety - with a static scene on the pip cards. A great help in exploring the depth and multiple meanings of the card. There're also the "Thoth" varieties -- can be easy because the card meaning is written on the card ... but can be hard because they lend themselves well to bringing Kaballa, Astrology, and other mystic schemes into play. Not bad in itself, but it means there's more you have to learn.





Next, go to a used bookstore and pick up an introductory tarot book or two. Steer away from anything by A.E. Waite! There are many good beginning books -- my favorites are by Rachel Pollack and Mary Greer. You'll find most books (but not all) will follow the Rider-Waite-Smith (RWS) imagery.





I'd go with a good RWS deck (they tend to be very friendly, too). Pull a card or two a day and try to form a "thing to think about" for the day. Maybe two cards and try to form a "subject - verb" reading. Keep a journal -- this will help you become familiar with multiple card meanings; it will also help you become familiar with linking cards together to form a logical reading.





Ignore reversals at first -- some readers always ignore them. I think they're useful, but would not complicate things at the beginning. Later, when you're comfortable with how the cards interact, I'd start bringing in reversals.





How long does this all take? Draw a two card spread a day, keep a journal ... and figure you'll feel comfortable after two or three months.

How hard is it to learn to read tarot cards? How long do you think it would take. any info would be appreciate
I think you could learn faster with a traditional deck based on the ancient cards themselves (as opposed to modern 'fun' decks that could be based on anything from angels to cats). More traditional cards will have archetypal symbols that are recognizable on a more psychological/emotional level, and will allow you to 'use your gut' and gain more quickly an appreciation and understanding of the cards. But I think it would be extremely useful and necessary to also read on the history of each of the cards, on the history of the tarot as a whole, and basic books on psychology and symbols. I suggest using a deck created by Manly Hall, but there are many others. Most decks come with an informational booklet, at least. Also, there is much free information on tarot reading available on line.
Reply:Learning to read tarot cards is not all about learning in the traditional sense: There is an element of intuition and self confidence, and indeed an element of magic... You have to be in the right mindset first and foremost - Find your groove and if you have the gift you can become an expert almost immediately after just a little study because knowledge will flow towards you just as water flows down hill and as it has done today!!
Reply:It takes regular practice. Choose a deck that really appeals to you, sit down and study each card in turn and see what it says to you.


There'll be a guidebook with the deck. You can use that to start with while practising on close friends, but as you progress, you'll make your own interpretations. It looks a bit daft using a guidebook with a "proper" client!


Do a practice reading for yourself every day and note how it relates to the day's happenings.


Start now and you'll be ok by September to read just for interest; however if you're going commercial you need a lot of hard work %26amp; dedication. You'll know when you're ready.


Remember one thing - it's only showing trends. Trends can show what is likely to happen, but can be broken by our own, or others' acts of will.


Like - if a man walks into a pub, we can predict from his age, clothes and demeanour what sort of drink he'll buy. But he might buy a strawberry alcopop, he might buy a hot chocolate, he might have come to fix the jukebox, he might just stand on his head in the middle of the floor! Don't get too vain, cos you'll come a cropper.


Be honest if a reading just won't "flow".


And - don't ever, ever cheat!
Reply:Hello Jojo





I have studied them for over 20 years %26amp; teach them via tarot course, workshops etc, even have forum. join if you wish?





It takes a long time to really get to know them, but you can have a good understanding of the basics within a few months if your really focused!





Sadhara
Reply:It is impossible to put a time period on learning such a skill. For some, months; for some, years. I have several decks that I work with. One of my decks, I have been working with for about five years and have strong results. I have another I have been working with for a much shorter time and still have good results and then there is one that really doesn't work for me. You must choose a deck wisely for yourself and experimentation is not a bad thing.





Most of all, determination, commitment are needed.





I hope you find what you are seeking


blessings
Reply:Take no notice of the idiots, they wouldn't know if their own @$$e$ were on fire.. It will take a while for you to "tune in" to your cards and understand their meanings.... You can learn from books, yes but I suggest finding a Tarot teacher and doing a course or a workshop, a course will generally take about 13 weeks @ 2 hours a week... Then you have to do your own "homework"...


In Light... )O(
Reply:it took me about a week, but i still had to refer to the book to interpret them, i guess to memorise the book would be longer, depends on how often you do them
Reply:no time at all! you've just got to pretend to read them and make sh*t up!
Reply:Is easy just bullshxt!

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