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TAROT: Choosing a Significator for a Tarot Reading 

September 3, 2026

Major Arcana cards and Court cards are usually used as significators. Photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell SIGNIFICATOR: Tarot card INTENTIONALLY SELECTED to represent the person asking for advice or guidance from the Tarot. Some Tarot readers find it valuable to choose a significator for every querent. Some do not. Some Tarot spreads require a significator. Court cards are most commonly used as significators, followed by Major Arcana cards. Minor Arcana cards are rarely used; however, they are

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TAROT: Choosing a Tarot Reader 

August 19, 2026

Michelle Crandell gives Tarot readings at private parties in character as Madame Zara.  By Michelle Crandell Receiving a Tarot reading can be a very intimate experience, even when the reading takes place in public, like at a party or a Renaissance Festival.  Some seekers regularly consult the same Tarot reader. They often form a special bond, similar to the way clients in therapy connect with one counselor instead of another.  Other

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TAROT: Tarot and Astrology 

July 6, 2026

In Tarot, each Major Arcana card is linked to a specific astrological influence.  — Images from TAROT by Jane Lyle. Photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell The Tarot has synchronicity with Astrology. Each sign of the Zodiac is connected to a Major Arcana card. Aries is associated with The Emperor card, Taurus with The Hierophant, Gemini with The Lovers, Cancer with The Chariot, Leo with Strength, Virgo with The Hermit, Libra with Justice, Scorpio

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TAROT: Choosing An Appropriate Spread  

June 3, 2026

In Tarot, this is the Celtic Cross Ten-Card Spread.  —photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell There are many Tarot spreads, specific configurations of Tarot cards. Each spread provides insight into a particular problem or situation the seeker has in mind. The message a reading gives is determined by how many cards get used, where they are placed and the focus/intention of the reader and seeker  Some typical spreads include:  ONE CARD DRAW: Gives a

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TAROT: Preparing for a Tarot Reading  

May 7, 2026

Tarot readers usually develop their own rituals to prepare for a reading.  —photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell, Whether reading Tarot for yourself or another person, it is important to be physically relaxed and mentally focused when you do. Prepare to give a reading by eliminating mental, emotional, and physical distractions first. “Grounded,” “centered,” and “mindful” are terms used to define the state evoked when reading Tarot. This state is also called a

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TAROT: The Lessons of the Fives in 2026 

April 3, 2026

Michelle Crandell explores Tarot in 2026. Fives represent obstacles encountered when you attempt to actualize dreams and desires. —photo by Steve Bonner.   By Michelle Crandell 2026 begins with endings (tens) and ends with beginnings (ones). Fives are the midpoint. Fives represent obstacles encountered when you attempt to actualize dreams and desires.  At TEN: Reflect upon how you handled challenges, “the fives” presented along the way.  At ONE: Anticipate obstacles. Problem-solve; avoid, or accept them as part of the journey.  FIVES: Situations you did not create, not under

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The Next Step is a One: Aces in 2026 

March 7, 2026

Michelle Crandell explores Tarot in 2026. Aces – your life experiences have brought you to this moment. —photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle CrandellEvaluate and grow from your 2026 completions because The Wheel of Fortune turns. Ten becomes one, symbolizing the ability to use awarenesses, learnings, positive emotions, and energy in new directions. Fresh starts are possible.   The ACES:  SWORDS: Your beliefs and attitudes are simply conclusions you have drawn

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TAROT: 2026 = TEN, The Completion of a Cycle 

February 9, 2026

Michelle Crandell explores Tarot in 2026. Ten is the place to witness how far you have come. —photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell Minor Arcana cards, Ace through Ten, are like a set of stairs carved into a mountain. Ten is a summit, a place to stop, pondering the meaning of your most recent journey. Take a breath, look around. Witness how far you have come. Meditate…consider…  What have I

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Tarot:  2026 – The Year of the Wheel of Fortune 

January 1, 2026

Michelle Crandell explores Tarot in 2026, the Year of the Wheel of Fortune. —photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell In numerology, 2026 reduces to the number 10 (2+0+2+6=10), the Major Arcana Card: Wheel of Fortune. This card represents change, destiny, and the cycles of life; what happens and how we are with it. The Wheel indicates endings (10) and beginnings (1+0=1), completions and initiations in our thoughts, feelings, passions, and

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TAROT MINDSET #9: Part 2 Using Tarot to Recognize Major Life Lessons and Challenges  

November 1, 2025

This month’s Mindset represents challenges to a person’s perceptions, beliefs, identity, and emotions. Photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell Major Arcana cards beginning with The Devil (XV) and ending with The World (XI) represent challenges to a person’s perceptions, beliefs, identity, and emotions. Mastery of each card brings a person closer to becoming more spiritually evolved. The risk is getting stuck in the card’s lesson for a long time.  THE

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Tarot – Mindset #9: PART 1: Using Tarot to Recognize Major Life Lessons & Challenges 

September 29, 2025

This month’s Mindset represents universal, life-changing experiences that humans encounter. Photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle Crandell Major Arcana cards starting with Wheel of Fortune (10) and ending with The World (21) represent universal, life-changing experiences that humans encounter; events that challenge people and provide opportunities for personal growth.  Conversely, these experiences can affect us in harmful or limiting ways, depending on how we understand and cope with them. This is

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Tarot – Mindset #8: Using the Tarot to Understand Patterns in Other People  

September 6, 2025

This month’s Mindset reflects positive patterns humans demonstrate. Photo by Steve Bonner.  By Michelle CrandellMajor Arcana cards Magician (card 1) through Hermit (card 9) represent patterns we encounter in others throughout our lives. Cards one through nine also reflect positive and negative patterns the Fool may develop through imitation. The Fool (card zero) represents you on your journey toward understanding and coping with other people. Positive patterns humans demonstrate include: 

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