Tarot Spreads
Discover various tarot card layouts and spreads for different types of questions and situations
What Are Tarot Spreads?
Tarot spreads are specific layouts where each card position has a designated meaning. The arrangement helps structure your reading and provides a framework for interpretation.
Popular Spreads
Single Card Draw
Daily guidance, quick answers
Perfect for daily guidance or when you need a quick answer to a simple question. Draw one card and reflect on its message.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"What energy should I focus on today?"
Three Card Spread
Past, Present, Future
A versatile spread that can represent past/present/future, mind/body/spirit, or situation/action/outcome.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"How can I improve my relationship?"
Celtic Cross
Comprehensive life reading
The most popular complex spread, offering deep insight into a situation with multiple influencing factors.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"What should I know about my career path?"
Love Relationship
Relationship dynamics
Explore the dynamics between you and another person, whether romantic, friendship, or family.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"How can we strengthen our relationship?"
Decision Making
Choice between options
When facing a difficult decision, this spread helps you understand the potential outcomes of different choices.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"Should I take this new job opportunity?"
Year Ahead
Annual forecast
A comprehensive yearly reading with a card for each month plus an overall theme card.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"What can I expect in the coming year?"
Shadow Work
Self-discovery and healing
Explore hidden aspects of yourself and work through personal challenges and growth.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"What do I need to heal within myself?"
Career Path
Professional guidance
Get insight into your career direction, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
Card Positions:
Example Question:
"How can I advance in my career?"
Spread Reading Tips
Choose the Right Spread
Match your spread to your question. Simple questions need simple spreads, complex situations benefit from detailed layouts.
Set Clear Intentions
Before drawing cards, clearly formulate your question and set your intention for the reading.
Consider Card Relationships
Look at how cards interact with each other across positions. Do they support or challenge each other?
Take Your Time
Don't rush through complex spreads. Allow time for reflection and deeper interpretation.
Ready to Try These Spreads?
Practice makes perfect! Start with simpler spreads and gradually work your way up to more complex layouts as you build confidence in your reading abilities.
Start Simple
Begin with 1-3 card spreads before attempting complex layouts
Keep Records
Document your readings to track patterns and improve
Practice Regularly
Regular practice builds intuition and reading skills