In my 25 years as a tarot reader, one of the most transformative realizations I've shared with my clients is that tarot doesn't predict a fixed future—it illuminates the myriad possibilities ahead of us. This understanding not only enhances how we use tarot's guidance but empowers us to actively shape our destiny through conscious choices.
Why Isn't the Future Set in Stone?
- Every decision creates new branching paths of possibility
- External circumstances are constantly evolving
- Personal growth shifts our trajectory
- Others' choices influence our outcomes
- Unexpected factors can redirect our path
What Do the Cards Really Show Us?
1. Current Trajectories
The cards mirror the present energy flows and developmental patterns, based on:
- Choices and actions already in motion
- Established thought patterns and beliefs
- Momentum from past efforts
- Environmental influences at play
2. Emerging Opportunities
The cards illuminate potential openings and possibilities:
- New directions for growth
- Hidden options you might have overlooked
- Untapped resources and support systems
- Potential breakthrough moments
3. Potential Challenges
They warn us about possible obstacles:
- Growth opportunities disguised as difficulties
- Potential roadblocks to prepare for
- Internal limiting beliefs to address
- External resistance to navigate
"The tarot isn't a crystal ball showing an unchangeable future—it's more like a cosmic GPS, showing multiple routes to your destination and helping you navigate the journey wisely. It doesn't tell you what 'will' happen, but rather what 'could' happen, and how you might influence these possibilities."
Applying This Understanding
Real-World Example: Career Choices
Card Drawn: The Chariot
Traditional Reading: "You will achieve success and victory"
Empowered Understanding: "Your current path holds strong potential for success, but requires:
- Maintaining focus and determination
- Balancing competing priorities
- Recognizing the right moment to advance
- Preparing for potential obstacles
Co-Creating a Better Future
Understanding the malleable nature of the future allows us to:
- Actively choose beneficial pathways
- Prepare for potential challenges
- Maintain flexibility and adaptability
- Stay open to unexpected opportunities
Practical Tips from My Reading Room
- Journal about different possible outcomes
- Evaluate the ripple effects of each choice
- Create contingency plans for various scenarios
- Review and adjust your course regularly
Reading Predictive Spreads with Wisdom
The Past Position
Understand how previous events shape current possibilities
The Present Position
Analyze current energies and momentum
The Future Position
Explore potential paths and choices ahead
Advanced Reader's Note
When reading about future possibilities, I always remind my clients that we're looking at probability clouds rather than fixed events. The further into the future we look, the more these probabilities can shift based on choices and actions taken today.
Empowering Your Clients
As readers, our role is to:
- Help clients see their power to influence outcomes
- Identify key decision points that could shift their path
- Provide tools for making conscious choices
- Support them in creating their desired future