Tarot: The Ancient Wi-Fi for the Soul (And Why You Should Be Using It)
The Latest Issue of SoulTech Magazine, The Healing Issue
By Shaman Isis
Spiritual Teacher | Consciousness Advocate | Lover of Divine Truth
Beautiful souls, let’s talk tarot, that deck of mysterious cards your great-aunt swore could summon the devil but that your favorite witchy friend now uses to pick brunch spots and life partners. Tarot has been called everything from “the Devil’s picture book” to “a psychological mirror,” but in truth, it’s neither diabolical nor delusional. It’s divine pattern recognition, a cosmic game of intuition, and it’s been around far longer than your favorite influencer’s latest moon manifestation ritual.
A Brief (and Bewitching) History
Let’s start with the facts before we get too mystical. Tarot began in 15th-century Europe as a card game, yes, a game, played by nobles who had way too much time on their hands. It wasn’t until a few centuries later that the esoteric crowd realized, “Hey, these pictures actually say something.” Mystics and philosophers began to see the cards as mirrors of the human journey, from The Fool’s first step to The World’s divine completion.
By the 18th century, tarot had evolved from a parlor pastime to a spiritual practice, thanks to visionaries like Antoine Court de Gébelin, who, in a stroke of inspired imagination, linked tarot to ancient Egyptian wisdom despite lacking evidence. The rest, as they say, is mystical history.
Busting the Big Myths
Let’s clear up a few things right now, because tarot has gotten more bad PR than a celebrity politician on social media.
Myth 1: Tarot is evil or summons dark forces.
Nope. Unless your dark forces are unresolved trauma and repressed intuition, in which case, yes, the cards will bring them up. The spooky vibe comes from centuries of misunderstanding. Tarot doesn’t summon demons; it invites truth, and sometimes truth looks a little spooky before it sets you free.
Myth 2: You must be psychic to read tarot.
Also false. Tarot is a tool to train intuition, not prove it. Think of it as a conversation starter between your higher self and your human self. The cards speak through symbols, colors, and archetypes that whisper, “Hey, pay attention, your soul is texting you.”
Myth 3: The cards predict the future.
Tarot doesn’t predict; it reveals possibilities. The future is fluid, thank the goddess, and the cards are more like Google Maps than a prophecy scroll. They show you your current route and all the alternate roads if you’re willing to change course.
How to Use Tarot in Daily Life (Without Turning Into a Fortune Teller)
You don’t need velvet robes or incense smoke thick enough to summon a fire department to use tarot. You just need presence, curiosity, and a deck that feels good in your hands. Here are a few ways to weave it into your spiritual routine.
1. Morning Card Pull
Pull one card each morning and ask, “What energy do I need to embody today?” Watch how that archetype plays out. You’ll be amazed at how often The Magician shows up when you’re finally ready to take action, or The Tower when you’re overdue for change.
2. Journal Dates with Your Deck
Ask a question like, “What am I not seeing clearly?” Pull three cards and free-write whatever comes up. Tarot and journaling together are like therapy with a sparkly twist.
3. Decision-Making Partner
Tarot won’t make your choices, but it will illuminate what’s driving them. Before a big move or project, ask, “What does my higher self want me to understand?” The cards will show you what your logic is too loud to hear.
4. Shadow Work Buddy
If you’re ready to face the hard stuff, tarot is your compassionate mirror. The Death card, for instance, doesn’t mean physical death; it means transformation, rebirth, and letting go. It’s basically saying, “Drop the baggage.”
5. Gratitude or Reflection Practice
At night, pull a card and ask, “What lesson did today bring?” You’ll start seeing patterns, and life will begin to feel less random and more like a beautifully orchestrated conversation with the universe.
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Why Tarot Still Matters
In a world that worships data, tarot reminds us that the unknown is sacred. It’s an antidote to algorithmic living, a soulful pause button in an age of perpetual scrolling. The cards speak the language of metaphor and myth, the same language our souls have always understood.
Tarot, my beautiful souls, is the oldest spiritual Wi-Fi network in existence, connecting you directly to Source, no password required. It’s a way to remember that you are not lost; you’re just learning the map of yourself.
So go ahead. Shuffle the deck, breathe deep, and pull a card. You might just find the universe has been waiting for you to ask a better question.
Reader’s Ritual: The Three-Card Soul Check-In
Ready to start? Here’s a simple spread to bring tarot into your daily rhythm.
1. The Energy Card
Ask, “What energy am I embodying right now?” This card reflects your current emotional and spiritual frequency.
2. The Lesson Card
Ask, “What am I meant to learn from this energy?” This card will reveal the deeper meaning or theme at play in your day or week.
3. The Action Card
Ask, “How can I best move forward?” This one gives you practical wisdom for navigating your next step with clarity and intention.
Pull your three cards, sit quietly, and reflect. Notice what symbols draw your attention, what emotions arise, and how the story of the cards mirrors your inner landscape. You are, after all, the storyteller, the cards simply remind you how magical your story already is. As a reader of my newsletter, I'm pleased to share the latest issue of SoulTech Magazine with you at no cost. Please visit this link to access the PDF.
With light and love,
Cynthia
Shaman Isis
