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OCT 6^TH  MERLINS MIRROR

From the brilliant work of John and Caitlin Mathews Hallowquest comes the Tarot spread of Merlins Mirror.

  This workshop will explore the placements within this extremely enlightening spread which focuses on personal direction. I am so enjoying this spread. I find its depth empowering. I love the way it is set out and the  three sections are illuminating. The deck I am working with  is the Druid Craft Deck.

By combining the study of this deck and the Hallowquest the shamanic realm of  Tarot has emerged for me inspiring me to teach in new ways.   This new understanding of Tarot will begin on Aug 18th 2011 with the workshop Major Arcana. The journey travelled in this workshop will begin with viewing the major arcana as a life path which is how I have always taught it. Then by grouping we will explore how the major arcana represents the three worlds of the shaman. The animal kingdom familiars who walk with us will be discussed in relation to the major arcana. I can’t wait to share this perspective and I thank the Druid Craft work by Phillip and Stephanie Carr-Gorman for opening it for me.

Following on from this workshop, I will present a second workshop using a spread from the Hallowquest by John and Caitlin Mathews. Merlins Mirror is a wonderful spread.  Its three components reflect three very different views of self.  Although this reading may be best for those seeking personal understanding, it is a spread which can be studied over and over.      

7-9pm  Cost $75

Tarot as my Companion  : Beginning to Read

There is no greater friend to rely on than your trusted decks of Tarot Cards. In its beautiful imagery, as defined by the artist, Tarot reflects to us the state of our inner being. The Tarot if instructed clearly will always tell us the truth. This truth is not an ultimate truth; it is a tangible truth, projected from our hearts at any precise moment. This advice guides us through process after process.

Time is required to build relationship to a Tarot Deck. This is so for every new deck you begin to work with. It is an idea to select a “guider” card with the opening ritual of each new deck. This card signifies the particular energy the deck will reflect to you as its reader. Often this card is a Court card which gives a character and element to view the deck from. The opening ritual for each deck is important to make contact with the guidance associated with that deck.

The Tarot talks in her own way to each reader. Be aware of hearing how the Tarot wants to talk to you. It is easy to override her due to your own need to be in control, or because it has to be right by someone else before it can be right by you. One of the longest lessons to learn is to back your own interpretations. They will feel “right”. Once you can put your own wisdom first you know you have formed a connected relationship to your deck.

Reading is like telling a story. One card flows into the next, a story unfolds. This is why it is good to walk and talk your Tarot reading. Don’t stop at the block, keep it fluid and create a movement in the story. The block is in you and if you stop, you stick and reach for an external aid. Tarot resides in your inner world, by creating a story as reflected in the cards we can then re-read it and reflect upon it. It shows us how the story unfolds from our inner world.

There are times when readings make no sense. Allow yourself time to see what the Tarot is trying to say. In these situations you can leave the reading sit for awhile and let your external world present situations.  If it remains unclear then pull extra cards to clarify the aspect of the reading you can’t comprehend. You can also just pack up the cards and release the meaning to the Universe. It may come back to you via some other medium, like a dream.

The Tarot is magic. Its insight is often so profound. It takes time to connect to the energy of any deck and time for the reader to trust that what she hears is truth. Truth is not static, truth unfolds like the story. When we are dealing with inner processes what was true yesterday does not automatically stand today. This is the realm of the Tarot. What is reflected in the inner world today helps us make decisions about our external world tomorrow.

Lyndall McQuinn © 2011 

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THE MAGIC OF TAROT-Beginning to Read. by Lyndall McQuinn

Lyndall has just completed her book on Tarot. This book is about learning to read Tarot . It is based on a seven unit course which Lyndall teaches and is a step by step approach to reading Tarot.

FROM MAGIC OF TAROT -BEGINNING TO READ,
In this course I have set out many exercises to unlock the Tarot’s mystery. The Tarot talks in her own way to each reader.
Be aware of hearing how she wants to talk to you and don’t override her due to your own need to be in control or because you think it has to be right by someone else for it to be right for you.

Take the time to create your relationship with these cards. If you are open they will find a way to talk to you. You can’t teach the magic of Tarot you can only create opportunities for the Tarot to reveal itself to you.

If a card says something to you then this is what stands. If a particular book hasn’t got that concept, then note your interpretation. Test it, see if when that card comes up for you, the concept stands.

As you become able to read more cards you can begin to look at the type of reading layouts you may want to use. This too takes time. You are better off doing a three card reading well and with total understanding than a nine card reading which leaves you confused.
You can find a layout that is already used. Many, many readers use the Celtic Cross.The important thing is, if you use one of these readings make sure the card placements speak to you.

Reading is like telling a story which is why I have had you walking and talking journeys. One card flows into the next. This is why we need to know how the reading is moving: from one card placement to the next card.

You may though have times when readings make no sense. Allow yourself time to see what the Tarot is trying to say.
In these situations you can pull extra cards to clarify the card you can’t comprehend. Be very clear what that card is about.
You can leave the reading sitting and come back and relook at it.

Or just pack up your cards and release the meaning to the universe. It may come back to you via some other medium, for example a dream.

The Magic of Tarot -Beginning to read is available on this site at My Products The cost of this book is $20.