Ready to face a new week? Or, maybe, not? Tarot can help! Not only do cards help start your week with purpose and clarity, but they also can set the tone for everything that you will encounter along the way. If you’re new to the world of cards, we recommend a simple yet time-tested 3-card reading. It’s quick, simple, and good for amateurs. Let’s start your special Monday ritual!
Step 1. Clear your mind and set the right scene.
It’s better to do the three card tarot reading online in a calm setting where you don’t have any distractions around. Get an assortment of accessories that will help you in the process: candles, crystals, soft music, etc. Breathe in, breathe out. Clear your deck with a gentle knock. Or, as an alternative, shuffle the deck. Keep your intention in mind and ask yourself, “What is it that I need to know or have to have the most productive week possible?”
Pro tip: The easiest question to ask is “What is the card of the week for me?” one. Based on the way you interpret it, it could mean many different things. For example, it can be something that you have to learn during this week or that you have to 100% focus on. Or perhaps, you will simply have to meditate on this card.
Step 2. Pick the spread format that works for you.
If it’s a reading to set weekly intentions, we recommend picking one of the following 3-card layouts:
- Body, mind, and spirit. This spread works well for those who need to assess their physical, mental, and emotional well-being for the upcoming week.
- Present, past, and future. This spread is great to reflect on your current energy, what influences you now, and the directions that you should head.
- Challenge, opportunity, and advice. Find out what you have to watch out for, the chances to use, and the best ways to remain grounded.
Pro tip: Use the format that may help clarify your current situation in the best manner.
Step 3. Get a journal to write down your séance.
When your Monday morning ritual is done, it’s better to write down all of your cards and impressions into a journal. Thus, you will get back to your notes again to see what patterns and themes prevail in your life. Sooner than you know, you’ll see how messages that you receive from spirits line up with your weekly experiences.
Pro tip: Put down the date, the cards that you pulled, the questions you kept in your mind, your interpretations, and add what you think of it all at the end of the week.
Step 4. Do whatever you want, but never think too much.
Overthinking ruins everything! Instead, we recommend that you follow your gut. After all, the main aim of your reading at the beginning of the week is to gain some clarity, not find answers to all of the questions. The very first thoughts that pop up in your head are the ones to trust! Later, you will look for more symbolism and deeper meanings. However, now your intuition is the key.
Step 5. Don’t just rely on cards, but do something.
When the Monday morning ritual is done, turn the message(s) you received from the spirits into actions. Ask yourself what it is that you can do differently during this week, or what things you should finally let go of this week. Or, perhaps, take some time to ponder over what you should do to stay aligned with your intentions during this week. Using the deck for a great start to the week doesn’t mean you have to try to look far into the future. Do something here and now.
Pro tip: Write down a couple of practical steps of what you can do based on your reading ritual.
Step 6. As the week goes by, make sure to revisit your Monday reading.
For example, you can do that on Wednesday or Thursday. Get back to the Monday ritual to see how the current week aligns with the messages from the cards. Perhaps, you will have to refocus and make some corrections to your routine if needed.
Pro tip: We recommend even drawing one card again to clarify where exactly you have to move.
Step 7. Create a weekly affirmation based on the Monday reading.
Why not turn your card insight into a powerful affirmation? You’ll repeat it during the week to stay on track. Just look at the cards you pulled and come up with a short and positive statement you’ll carry with you until Friday. For instance, if you see The Strengths, the affirmation based on this card may look like “I am ready to face this week with inner peace and courage.”
Pro tip: Write down your affirmation on a piece of paper and keep it somewhere on your working desk. Or, as an alternative, turn it into the phone wallpaper to look at it as often as possible.
Step 8. Stay positive!
After all, kicking off your week using tarot cards is not about predicting some kind of doom. Even if you pull out the card that seems to be too challenging, take it as if you revealed some important opportunities for growth. Be curious, don’t be afraid!
Afterall
Finally, when you take cards in your hands and are about to ask spirits for some instructions for the upcoming week, keep in mind that tarot is just a tool, not a rulebook to follow from A to Z. It’s your special support to stay on track as you navigate all the delights and challenges of life throughout the week. Let cards help you reflect on your routine and use them as one of the bases for your decisions. One Monday ritual after the other and sooner than you know, this simple weekly habit will help you finally see a well-centered and intentional person in the mirror.
