Will You Know it When You See It?
“Will I know him when I meet him?” People at the tarot table often ask this when they receive a prediction for a new relationship. They are wondering if, at first meeting, they will have an intuitive sense of recognition that something important has happened.
When I go dress shopping, I often do not know what I am looking for, but I know I will know it when I find it.
Sometimes we feel that way about new jobs, or new houses. When we find the right thing, we just know it.
With relationships, that sense of knowing is less reliable. It can take time to figure out if something is truly going to work.
Most people are searching for something most of the time. Maybe most importantly, for many people there is an overarching search for a sense of purpose or destiny.
Many of us are lucky enough to live long lives. I like to think that, over the course of many years, we can serve many purposes, and fulfill many destinies. I also think that sometimes, ‘destiny’ is what we make it.
When a new opportunity presents itself, we often wonder if this was given to us as part of a destiny. We try to feel a sense of intuition about it. We may perform divination about how the opportunity might unfold.
The truth is, though, very often we can only see the path destiny has laid out for us in the rear-view mirror. Divination is helpful in telling us to steer clear of something, or in encouraging us to pursue an opportunity. Yet very often there will be twists and turns in the road ahead.
Sometimes we will think something is a perfect opportunity, and it will not pan out. Other times we will think something is not going to turn out well, and it has a spectacular outcome. It can happen that something goes badly, but then, later, we see the important purpose that chapter played.
When any sort of opportunity knocks, the way we feel about it may not indicate the ultimate truth about the role it will play in our lives.
When we seek a sense of purpose and destiny in our lives, we are often disappointed. The search for meaning and spiritual fulfillment is a complex thing. We often wonder what we are ‘supposed’ to be doing, and when we will feel like we are living the life for which we are destined.
Sometimes there will be a very real sense of spiritual calling regarding a particular career, endeavor, or relationship. Sometimes we will not have that sense of knowing, but the thing we are doing may still be important and meaningful.
We spiritual people are taught to trust our intuition. That is very necessary. Yet not everything can be immediately felt or understood. No matter how intuitive or psychic a person is, life can still have a sense of mystery. Sometimes that mystery is delightful. Sometimes it is frustrating.
Sometimes we know the truth when we see it, sometimes it takes us a while to figure things out.
The StaarCorner
The countdown to StaarCon is on! Before I tell you about our most recent StaarCast episode, here is a reminder about some important StaarCon facts.
First, all ticket holders, whether in person or online, will have access to the same classes included in their ticket. All ticket holders, whether in person or online, will have access to the online StaarCon Afterglow, which includes the ability to access recordings of classes for thirty days after the conference ends.
In person attendees have the option to purchase meals through the StaarCon meal plan, including the Saturday evening banquet.
Tickets are available now. If you are planning to attend in person, it is especially important to get your ticket as soon as possible, as in person tickets are limited. Ticket prices range from $50 to $450, so there is sure to be a ticket that works for you.
StaarCast is our podcast which features interviews with StaarCon presenters. Our most recent episode features an interview with Erika Robinson, who works with the Lenormand cards.
My conversation with Erika was enlightening. I learned things I had never considered about the depth of this simple system.
You can watch our conversation on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
Tarot Communication for Clarity and Depth Hybrid Class
Our next ‘Zoom and Room’ tarot class will be Tuesday, November 30, from 7 pm to 9 pm ET.
Tarot is a tool of communication. With tarot, we can communicate and understand our feelings. We can build our relationships. We can brainstorm our projects. We can understand the needs of our body. We can connect with Spirit.
Whether we are reading for ourselves or others, the secret to clarity and depth in tarot readings is to understand how tarot communicate with us, and how tarot helps us communicate with others.
In this class you will learn solid techniques for using tarot to communicate your own feelings, understand what is going on with your body, work well within a group, communicate with spirit, and connect with your creativity. You will also learn how to do these things effectively when reading for others.
Class fee is $40. Sign up now!
Tarot to Help You Know It When You See It
When you are making a big “Is this the right one?” sort of decision, it is time to see what tarot has to say.
You can start by simply asking that question of the cards.
Sometimes yes/no questions can give direct answers, other times the cards offer information that is helpful but not definitive. When that happens, you can ask cards questions such as the following.
What happens if I take this path?
What happens if I do not take this path?
Is there a spiritual significance to this opportunity?
Is there something I need to know about this opportunity?
What is the best way for me to consider this next step?
What do I need to know about problems that may arise from this decision?
Members-Only Livestream on YouTube: Incoming!
All members of my YouTube channel, Christiana Gaudet Tarot, are welcome to join us for a special livestream event on Tuesday, November 16, at 7 pm ET.
We will work together to help each person design and perform a magical tarot spread. This tarot spread will give insight, energy, and direction for 2022.
The replay of this event will be available to all present and future channel members.
You may become a member of this channel at any time.
To attend, simply be a current member and join us on November 16 at 7 pm.
The Week in Review
November Tarotscopes are ready for you on my YouTube channel. Check out what we see for your sun, moon, and rising signs for the month.
From Around the Web
I was excited to see this interview with tarotist Jessica Dore in the Guardian this week!
Tarot stuff is happening on college campuses as well. Check out the “Decolonizing Tarot” exhibit at the University of Oregon!
New York Magazine has compiled a list of the best tarot and oracle decks!
Cards for Your Consideration
In the search for personal truth and correct decisions on one’s life path, the Ace of Swords can be a powerful tool to help us discern truth and right action.
The Ace of Swords can represent a fact, a truth revealed, or a directive from the Universe to take a particular action.
Use the Ace of Swords in meditation to get clear on your path. When you perform divination to help you make an important decision, the Ace of Swords will often appear to point the way.
Upcoming Events and Tours
Card and Craft Academy
Classes presented by Christiana are available right now at Card and Craft Academy!
Christiana’s Candle Magick
Christiana’s Eleven-Card Celtic Cross
Finding Meaning in the Minor Arcana
The Major Arcana, Magical and Mundane
Practical Tarot Techniques
Psychic Tarot
Personal Tarot: Reading for Yourself
Sharing Wisdom: Reading for Others
The Meaning and Magic of Tarot Reversals
Journey Through the Major Arcana
Your Journey Through the Minor Arcana: Numbers, Elements and Truth
Tarot Beyond the Veil
Your Journey Through the Tarot Court
Tarot Stories, Trends, and Blends
Tarot Readings for Personalities and Relationships
Clarity in Every Tarot Card
Tarot Flow Workshop
Making Magick with Tarot
Fearless Wisdom Tarot Workshop
Tarot Keywords and Interpretations Workshop
Tarot Spreads Tools and Techniques Workshop
Tarot for Magic and Mediumship
Catch up on your missed Zoom webinars and more!
cardandcraftacademy.com
About Christiana Gaudet
Card and Craft, Inc.
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Tarot Topics Newsletter
Volume 4 Issue 44
November 3, 2021
