In a previous post, I discussed the significance of The Fool card in my personal life and how it’s unfolding right now. But I thought it might be helpful for those of you interested in tarot to see how I use the imagery to read the cards.

Each card’s meaning is influenced by the traditional meanings, my intuition, and the imagery depicted on each card. Let's dive into a behind-the-scenes look at how I interpret the imagery of The Fool card.

The card portrays a person standing at a cliff's edge, gazing over a valley with mountains in the backdrop. In the original illustrations, they carry a bindle and have a dog by their side. The scene speaks of new beginnings and adventure, capturing the moment before The Fool takes a leap of faith into their next chapter.

Within the overall illustration, there are key images that can contribute to the card's meaning:

• Bindle: Symbolizing the importance of retaining one's essence and wisdom while embarking on a new journey.
• Dog: Representing companionship and support throughout the adventure. This could be Spirit, your Higher Self, a person, or even the playful and innocent nature with which you start this venture.
• Cliff's Edge: Signifying the courage and belief in taking a Leap of Faith when embarking on any new path.
• Mountains: Speaking to the long journey ahead, with its inevitable ups and downs, challenges, and successes.
• White Rose: Reflecting the purity of intention or desire that shapes your journey.
• Zero: Signifying the unlimited possibilities that lie ahead.
• Sun: Indicating the optimism and positivity that accompany your initial steps.

What’s truly amazing about the tarot lies in how the interpretation of any card can vary based on the question asked and the specific imagery that captures one’s attention. This approach is known as intuitive tarot.

For instance, if the card appears when someone asks about starting a business, it would convey positive and optimistic energy surrounding that option. However, if the mountains draw my focus, I'd suggest that perseverance will be essential despite the challenges ahead, as it will ultimately pay off. If the white rose catches my eye, the reading would emphasize the need for clarity in intentions before embarking on the journey. And if the dog stands out, it would prompt a reminder to co-create and stay connected with Spirit along the way.

As a tarot reader, I take the interpretation a step further by connecting with Spirit Guides, Angels, and your Spirit Team for deeper messages, actionable insights, and more profound guidance. This form of tarot reading, which I call Soul Tarot, unlocks a higher level of communication.

Tarot is like building layers of understanding. You can use the traditional meanings, incorporate the imagery and your intuition, and even use mediumship skills to converse with Spirit. The card serves as a key to unlocking the doors to your higher self and to Spirit, and you have the freedom to mix and match these elements based on what resonates with you at any given moment.

How do you read The Fool? I would love to hear your interpretation of this card showing up in your life–send me an email and let me know.