Many memorable events end with a grand finale, kind of like dessert. While it is hard to imagine exactly what a full-blown tarot finale might be, we can still end our readings with something special. The following practices have several benefits. First, they provide something concrete that can be taken away from the reading. Second, if you are reading for a querent, they help signal to the querent that the reading is drawing to a close. As you are ready to close the reading, you can:
Ask one final question and draw one card as the answer.Draw one card for one piece (or one more piece) of advice regarding the situation. Draw one card and use it to create an affirmation. Draw one card for a special message from the Divine.
For this final card, you can use the same deck you used for the reading or you can use a different deck entirely. You can use another deck but only draw from the Major Arcana. You can use an oracle deck; oracle decks are similar to tarot decks in that they are used for divination or inspiration. However, they do not follow the structure of a tarot deck. Many readers prefer a tarot deck for most questions but do like the variety of using an oracle deck as part of the reading. With the wide variety of decks available, it would be easy to find one that either appeals to you or complements your tarot deck (in art style or theme), or both.
Even after the actual reading is over, there still may be some loose ends to tie up. Just as we signaled our minds that a reading was about to begin, we should also bring a sense of closure when the reading is over. Just one or a series of small rituals can be used. Here are some examples of simple actions that can be used as closing rituals:
Blowing out a candle. Ringing a bell. Gathering the cards into a pile and tapping the pile three times with your index finger. Putting the cards away in a box or bag or wrapping them in a cloth. Closing your eyes and taking three deep breaths. Centering and grounding. Saying a prayer or blessing.
Eating something grounding, such as a piece of chocolate or bread.
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TAROT FOR BEGINNERS BY BARBARA MOORE
Misterio / SuspensoTarot has been a part of Barbara Moore's personal and professional lives for nearly twenty years. Right from the start, tarot intrigued her with its marvelous blending of mythology, psychology, art, history, mystery, and magic. She has studied under...
