Tarot cards use symbols and archetypes to express ideas in a language that we all recognise. It is the language of myths and fairy tales; of songs and stories; of movies and dramas; of poetry and fable.
There's no getting away from it, the lack of diversity in the older tarot decks including the most commonly used Rider Waite and Thoth decks can be an issue for many people - understandably.
It's been said many times but it really is the best way to learn how the cards relate to daily life: pulling a daily card is one of the best exercises in learning the language of tarot.
Sometimes, finding the right question is incredibly difficult. Some people might be confused or upset or just unhappy. Or perhaps none of those things but just plain curious about how the direction in which their life is going or taking them.
Judgement came up at the end of the reading. It occupied no space or placement. It was just there, and it loomed over the rest of the cards. It felt important and we contemplated it for a while.
