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.
Here we see the crawfish with a tough shell protecting its vulnerable underbelly. It is climbing out of the water towards a moonlit path that will take it up the mountain to a higher self.
