Introduction So, every now and then, we have what I call a “unicorn” week here at The Fool’s Bag. Monday’s posts are thematic, with something specific on the first, second, third, and fourth Monday of each month. This week is a unicorn week, in that it starts with a fifth Monday. Unicorn weeks are wild-card…
Month: May 2023
Using the Tarot for Decision Making and Problem Solving
Introduction Making decisions and solving problems are a natural part of life, but sometimes we can feel overwhelmed or uncertain about the best course of action. Tarot, with its rich symbolism and timeless wisdom, can be a powerful tool for accessing our intuition and gaining insight into the choices we face. Today, we’re going to…
Life Lessons from the Strength Card
Introduction Life is full of challenges and obstacles that test our resilience and determination. In times of struggle, we often seek guidance and support to help us overcome these difficulties. The Tarot, with its rich symbolism and profound wisdom, can be a valuable resource in navigating life’s challenges. Today, we’re exploring some life lessons from…
The Monthly Spread: Three Card Tarot Spreads
Introduction While the Celtic Cross is by far the most popular of all Tarot spreads, three card Tarot spreads are some of the most useful spreads to have under your belt. They’re easy to learn, easy to explain to the querent, and take far less time to lay out and interpret than larger, more complicated…
Clearing Up Some Common Tarot Misconceptions
Introduction Tarot has been a popular tool for divination, self-reflection, and spiritual guidance for centuries. However, along with its popularity comes a host of misconceptions and urban legends that can discourage newcomers or perpetuate misunderstandings about the Tarot. Today, we’re going to debunk the rumors and clear up the most common Tarot misconceptions, focusing on…
The New Moon and the Ace of Wands
The Ace of Wands This week’s Card of the Week is the Ace of Wands. Since the New Moon is on Friday, I thought we’d look at some ways the Ace of Wands can be used in working with the new moon. So, let’s take a look at the connection between the New Moon and…
The Chosen Outcome Spread
Introduction Welcome to another Magickal Monday! Today, we’re going to be talking about what I call the “chosen outcome spread.” You could also think of it as a “backwards” reading. This is an approach to tarot magick that involves consciously selecting the cards you want to manifest in your life, rather than drawing them at…
Cleansing and Clearing Your Tarot Deck
Introduction As you work with a Tarot deck, it can accumulate energy from your readings, your thoughts, and the environment around it. To ensure it remains a clear and effective tool for divination, it’s important to periodically cleanse and clear its energy. In this post, I’ll be sharing some tips for cleansing and clearing your…
The Shadow Side of the Seven of Swords
Introduction The Seven of Swords is a complex and often misunderstood card within the Tarot, representing cunning, deception, and hidden motives. The card depicts a figure stealthily carrying away five swords while leaving two behind, suggesting a secret plan or a hidden agenda. Today, we’re going to delve into the shadow side of the Seven…
Mythology and The Tarot: The Fool’s Journey
Welcome to Mythology Monday! As yet another recurring Monday theme, the second Monday of each month will be Mythology Monday here at the Fool’s Bag. Mythology is one of my favorite topics, so of course I’m all over the connections between mythology and the Tarot! For this first post in the series, we’ll be looking…
Embracing the Full Moon with Tarot: Enhancing Your Intuition
Introduction The full moon has long been associated with heightened intuition, psychic abilities, and spiritual connection. Its powerful energy is believed to amplify our innate gifts, making it the perfect time to delve deeper into our spiritual practices. In this post, we will explore how to harness the full moon’s energy using Tarot as a…
The Two of Cups and Friendship
Introduction As Tarot readers, we often think of the Two of Cups as being mostly about romantic love. Indeed, I tend to think of The Lovers card as being more about choices and the Two of Cups being the one about love and romance. But really, this card can represent any sort of important partnership,…