Two-Card Tarot Draws

[balsamandash]

I've been sort of not doing anything for a while now, and while there's reasons for that, it's beginning to eat at me. I may try and put up a post for prompts at some point, but for now, have a Tarot post, since it's been a while. Fair warning: My responses may be slow -- I will try and get to anything posted by the end of next weekend at latest, to give you an idea how slow -- so you may not want to ask about anything super time-sensitive.

So: Comment and receive a two-card reading. Why two cards? Because honestly, interpreting based on some kind of rough spread is easier on me than interpreting one standalone card. If you really have your heart set on a single card, though, I can do one-cards too, just let me know. I can choose the deck or you can; I can do a specific option you'd like for the spread (see below) or figure out what's best myself; I can go general or you can pick a focus/question. I am happy to PM you if you'd like to receive your reading privately instead of publicly; let me know, because the default will be public. (You can also PM me if you'd rather not ask or reveal details publicly.)

All readings are free this time around, and I am not offering options for extra cards or paid readings right now. (Though if you really want to tip, you can go through my partner's paypal into our moving fund. Also, feel free to signal boost if you'd like.) Also, some background, if you're new or unaware of it: I have sixteen years of experience with the Tarot, and I've read frequently for people over the internet, both professionally and for fun, especially in the last five years or so.

Decks: Links go to website for the deck or to Aeclectic so you can see the art style if you'd like.I default towards the middle three unless the situation really seems to call for G&S or WTNV, or they're specifically requested.

• Ghost and Spirits
  
• Linestrider Tarot
  
• Omegaland
  
• Raven's Prophecy Tarot
  
• Welcome to Night Vale Tarot

Some examples of two-card spreads:

• Heart of the Situation/Challenge (The "Two-Card Cross", the first two cards of the Celtic Cross)
  
• Do/Don't
  
• Pro/Con
  
• Short Term/Long Term
  
• Keep/Let Go Of
  
• Now/Later
  
• Yesterday/Tomorrow
  
• Strength/Weaknesses
  
• Pay Attention To/Ignore
  
• Stop/Start
  
• Stop/Continue
  
• Start/Continue
  
• Help/Hinder
  
• Internal Influence/External Influence
  
• Conscious Influence/Unconscious Influence
  
• Worst Case Scenario/Best Case Scenario
  
• Outcome of Option #1/Outcome of Option #2 (for choices)
  
• What You Want/What You Need
  
• What Should You Know/What Should You Do (best for a specific situation)
  
• What to Work For/What to Leave Behind
  
• What's Causing a Block/How to Resolve It
  
• What You Know/What's Hidden From You
  
• What You Can Change/What You Can't Change
  
• What Needs to Change/What Needs to Stay the Same

Comments

[teaotter]

Linestrider, please. I have a difficult conversation I've been putting off, and I'd like the What to Know/What to Do about it, I think.

[balsamandash]

What Should You Know: Ten of Pentacles. I will be honest here: without knowledge of the situation, it's hard for me to be sure exactly what the message is here. My first thought, however, is to keep in mind that the person you need to speak to isn't out to harm you (regardless of whether or not they are, I don't necessarily think that is their intent); if they're aware of the situation, they want it to be resolved in a way that benefits you both, and if not, I don't think they have ill will towards you.
If that doesn't sound appropriate to the situation, in general, the Ten of Pentacles represents harmony and happiness, a stable home, and financial security; if the conversation has something to do with your home or financial situation, keep in mind what it is you want or your driving motivation behind bringing things up.

What Should You Do: The Hierophant. The Hierophant can be a card of traditions and hierarchy, so if there is some sort of institution in place, I'd say the message is to try and fit what you have to say inside those values and use it in your favor, rather than working against it. I think it's also worth noting that the Linestrider depiction of this card has a bear on it, specifically because, as stated in the book, it "brings strength and confidence and is associated with standing against adversity, taking action, and leadership" -- strength and confidence can be hard to find in yourself sometimes, but do your best to tap into your strength and do what you need to do.

[teaotter]

That makes sense with the situation, thanks!