Tarot readings can be a powerful and insightful experience, providing guidance and clarity in various aspects of your life.
As you prepare for a reading, it is essential to consider psychic self-protection.
This ensures that you maintain a balanced emotional, mental, and energetic state throughout the reading process, safeguarding against any potential negative influences.
Before diving into a tarot reading, take some time to ground yourself and set the intention of protection. This can involve visualization techniques, prayer, or even calling upon your spirit guides for support.
You may also want to incorporate protective elements from the tarot deck itself, such as cards from the Suit of Cups to shield against emotional impacts, or Sword cards to protect from judgement and criticism during the session. Some use their favorite tarot card as a talisman or shield… or to give more more confidence 🙂 ( of course you would use another deck for the reading haha)
By taking these precautionary steps, you can create a safe space in which to gain the insights and guidance you seek from your tarot reading.
Importance of Protection Before Tarot Reading
Energy Management
As a tarot reader, it’s crucial that you learn to manage your energy effectively.
One reason is that when you’re dealing with the spiritual realm, there’s always the chance that you could attract negative energy.
By practicing psychic self-protection techniques, you can ensure that you’re always surrounded by positive energy.
Another aspect of energy management involves grounding yourself before and after tarot readings.
To maintain a healthy balance, you need to have a strong connection between the heavens and Earth.
When you open up psychically, you open your connections to the spiritual realm, allowing energies to penetrate through your Crown Chakra. It’s essential to ground yourself before and after each reading to maintain your wellbeing.
Maintaining a Safe Space
Creating and maintaining a safe space is important for both you and the person you are reading for.
To do this, you can start by performing a cleansing ritual in your reading area. ( ah cleansing, you probabbly guessed I am a bit too obsessed with cleansing…. I keep writing articles about cleansing with Sage, cleansing with Palo Santo.., cleansing with essential oils…. it definitely helps me feel safer and more serene… and make sure my cards are ready to deal with my next reading without any residual energy from the previous reading…)
This may involve smudging sage, using incense or essential oils, or even ringing a bell to clear the energy.
Cleansing rituals help create a positive and calming atmosphere for your tarot readings.
In addition to cleansing the space, it’s also essential to set your intention for protection.
You can do this by visualizing a bubble of white light surrounding you, the cards, and the person you’re reading for. This acts as a barrier, blocking any negative energies from entering your space and influencing the reading.
Remember, taking precautions and prioritizing protection before tarot readings not only enhances the quality of your readings, but also preserves your mental and emotional wellbeing. By incorporating these practices into your tarot reading routine, you can continue to provide insightful and powerful readings while staying grounded and protected.
Cleansing Your Tarot Deck
Before using your tarot deck, it’s important to cleanse it to ensure the accuracy of your readings and keep it free from any negative energies. Here are a few methods I already covered in previous articles and that you can try for cleansing your tarot deck:
Sage and Palo Santo
One popular method of cleansing a tarot deck is by using sage or Palo Santo. To do this, simply:
- Light your sage or Palo Santo stick and let it smolder for a few moments.
- Hold your tarot deck in your non-dominant hand and use your dominant hand to fan the smoke around the cards.
- As you cleanse, visualize any unwanted energy being carried away by the smoke.
- Once you feel the energy has been cleansed, carefully extinguish the sage or Palo Santo stick.
By using sage or Palo Santo, you can effectively clear any unwanted energies from your deck, leaving it ready for your tarot readings.
Knocking
I like to knock 3 times on my deck of cards before using it. I am so used to it that I often do it even without thinking, so much so that sometimes, I don’t remeber if I did it…. and I need to do it again just to be sure hahah.
When we knock on the cards, we basically reset their energy.
For me, this will guarantee that they are prepared for a new tarot reading and that I removed any energy related to the previous reading. So, in doing so, I feel my readings are more accurate… ( well I hope so haha)
Using Crystals
Another powerful method for cleansing your tarot deck is by using crystals. Certain crystals, such as clear quartz or selenite, are known for their strong cleansing properties.
To cleanse your tarot deck with crystals, you can:
- Place a crystal on top of your tarot deck to charge and cleanse it.
- Lay your tarot cards on a flat crystal slab or cluster, to allow the crystal energy to envelop the cards.
- Keep your tarot deck in a pouch or box with a small crystal to continuously cleanse it.
Remember to cleanse your crystals regularly to keep them energetically charged and ready to help with your tarot deck’s cleansing process.
By incorporating these methods, you can ensure that your tarot deck is cleansed and protected, ready for your next insightful and accurate reading.
Preparing the Reading Space
Preparing the mind
When preparing your space for a tarot reading, it’s essential to take some psychic precautions.
By doing this, you create a safe environment that promotes positive energy and keeps negative influences at bay.
So we already cleansed the space with a sage smudge stick or incense to remove any lingering negativity.
Next, you could light a candle to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. This helps to calm your mind and connect with the spiritual realm more easily. While selecting a candle, choose a scent that has meaning to you or that makes you feel good :).
Also, consider saying a small prayer or setting an intention for your reading. This can help you stay focused and maintain a positive mindset throughout the session.
Setting Boundaries
It’s also mportant to set boundaries for your space to ensure your privacy and maintain the integrity of your tarot reading.
Creating a dedicated space for your readings can help you concentrate on the cards and their messages.
Find a quiet, comfortable area in your home, away from distractions and interruptions.
Cover the surface where you will conduct your reading with a meaningful cloth or scarf. This distinguishes it as a special area for your tarot sessions.
Surround the cloth with items that hold personal or spiritual significance, such as photographs of ancestors, crystals, or sacred symbols.
Before you begin the reading, take a few deep breaths to center yourself. This practice allows you to enter a more receptive state of mind and helps to establish connection with the spiritual realm. If you’re reading for others, you could also request that they also take a moment to relax and ground themselves in the space.
Self-Protection Techniques
Before you start your tarot reading, it’s essential to protect yourself from negative energies and create a safe space for spiritual guidance. In this section, we’ll go over some self-protection techniques I like to help you achieve this peace of mind.
Grounding
Grounding is a vital in my opinion to protect your energy.
Sit comfortably with your feet flat on the floor and take a few deep breaths to connect with your environment.
Visualize your energy flowing through your body, connecting with the earth beneath you, and creating a protective shield around you.
This practice helps to keep you present and focused during the reading.
White Light Visualization
One powerful method for shielding yourself is through the practice of white light visualization.
To do this, simply close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Then, imagine a radiant white light surrounding your body, forming a protective barrier against any negative energies. This white light can also represent healing and positivity, which will enhance your tarot reading experience. it could also be a white bubble…. the idea is to get in your comfort zone….and feel protected.
Chakra Balancing
Balancing your chakras is another method in protecting your energy during tarot readings.
Chakras are energy centers in your body that can influence your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
When your chakras are balanced, you’ll be better equipped to interpret the cards and maintain your energy levels throughout the reading.
Here are some simple practices to balance your chakras:
- Focus on your breath: Take slow, deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth. This will help to calm your mind and balance your energy.
- Visualize the chakras: Starting with your root chakra at the base of your spine, imagine a swirling red light, and move up through the chakras, visualizing the corresponding colors: orange for the sacral chakra, yellow for the solar plexus, green for the heart, blue for the throat, indigo for the third eye, and violet for the crown chakra.
- Use affirmations: Speak positive affirmations that resonate with each chakra. For example, “I am grounded and connected to the earth” for the root chakra or “I communicate clearly and confidently” for the throat chakra.
Meditation and Deep Breaths
One another effective way to prepare yourself is through meditation. Find a quiet and comfortable space where you can sit for a few minutes.
Close your eyes and take deep breaths.
As you inhale and exhale, focus on clearing your mind and opening yourself to receive divine guidance and wisdom.
Meditating in this manner enhances your connection to the spiritual realm, ensuring a more accurate and insightful tarot reading. Additionally, deep breaths promote relaxation, allowing you to be more present and receptive to the messages that will come through during the reading.
Prayers
Another effective self-protection technique is to call upon the assistance of spiritual beings, such as angels, archangel Michael, or your personal spirit guides.
These celestial beings can provide you with guidance, protection, and energy during your reading.
To connect with your spirit guides, you can start with a simple prayer or invocation. Express your gratitude for their presence and respectfully ask for their help during the reading. You may also want to envision a protective white light surrounding you. This light represents the divine and serves to safeguard you from negative energies.
Here are some quick steps to connect with your spirit guides:
- State your intention – Clearly express your desire to connect with your spirit guides.
- Visualize – Picture your spirit guides and the white protective light surrounding you.
- Listen – Quiet your mind and be open to any guidance or messages that may come through.
For example, you might say:
- “Angels, I ask for your protection and guidance during my tarot reading. Please surround me with your loving energy, and help me connect to my spirit guides and higher self.“
- “I am protected during my tarot reading by the power of love and light. Any unwanted energies are dissipated and transformed into positive energy.”
After the Reading
Clearing Negative Energies
After completing your tarot reading, it’s important to clear any negative energies that may have emerged during the session.
Smudging again is an effective method to achieve this. Light some incense and allow the smoke to cleanse the space around you and your tarot cards.
Remember also to cleanse your tarot deck after the reading, especially if you felt the presence of negative energy or if the reading involved difficult emotions or negative cards.
Shuffling your cards with intention and focusing on positive energy can assist in clearing any lingering negativity. You can also knock on your cards again as we did before the reading.
Offering Thanks
At the end of a tarot reading, I also find it important to express gratitude to our spirit guides and the divine forces that assisted us during the session.
Reciting a ritual prayer or just saying thank you is a thoughtful way to show appreciation and acknowledge the guidance received.
As you offer thanks, try to reflect on the insights gained from the reading, and consider the advice provided as you move forward. It is important not to let fear or apprehensions weigh you down; instead, use the knowledge acquired during the reading to empower your own growth and personal development.
Conclusion
In conclusion, taking protective measures before a tarot reading is essential for maintaining your emotional and psychic well-being. When preparing for a tarot reading, you can follow simple rituals to ensure safety and positive energy during the session and after the session.
Remember that your mental and emotional health is of the utmost importance, so take care of yourself and enjoy a deeper, more fulfilling tarot journey.
