Ep 17: Practical Tips for Getting Started with Tarot

In this episode of From Root to Crown, I am joined by Sharon Blue, from Blue Empress Tarot. During our conversation, we delve into the world of Tarot, exploring its history, structure, and the misconceptions surrounding it. We discuss how Tarot can be a powerful tool for self-understanding and personal development, emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions. Our conversation also highlights the differences between Tarot and Oracle cards, practical ways to work with Tarot, and how to integrate it into daily life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tarot and Its Origins 05:48 The Art of Questioning in Tarot 13:13 Tarot vs. Oracle Cards 18:07 How to Work with Tarot Cards 27:03 Practical Tips for Tarot Beginners 31:44 Personalizing Tarot Interpretations 37:40 Unique Approaches to Card Selection 43:02 Navigating Fear in Spiritual Practices 48:46 The Personal Nature of Tarot 54:08 Using Card Combinations for Deeper Insights 58:38 The Freedom of Personalization in Tarot About Sharon Sharon Blue graduated with her BA in English/Psychology and her MS in School Counseling from Drake University. She worked as a Professional School Counselor and Intervention Coordinator with Support Services. As a mom and entrepreneur, Sharon learned through personal and professional experiences how to create sustainable self-care even in the busiest of lives. Sharon has dedicated her life to helping people overcome obstacles and fulfill their potential by utilizing self-care techniques and self-development tools like tarot. She has over 20 years of experience working with tarot in various ways, including in her work with mental health, self-care & conducting readings for clients. Sharon is the author of Self-Care is NOT a Bubble Bath: The 4 F’s of Sustainable Self-Care that WORKS & teaches courses on self-care as well as tarot. She is currently the owner and founder of Blue Empress Tarot, LLC helping clients across the world as a Tarot Coach. If you liked today's episode, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! It truly helps new shows find new listeners, so it is greatly appreciated. ************************ ⁠Book a Discovery Call here⁠ If you're interested in booking a Reiki or Breathwork session with me, please head to my website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.rebegoebel.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more and find my booking calendar. Find me on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@rebegoebel⁠⁠⁠ PS: "Rebe" sounds like "Debbie" with an R.