{"id":8171,"date":"2017-05-15T13:06:23","date_gmt":"2017-05-15T20:06:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.psychicsdirectory.com\/articles\/?p=8171"},"modified":"2017-05-15T13:06:23","modified_gmt":"2017-05-15T20:06:23","slug":"the-psychology-of-tarot-decks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.psychicsdirectory.com\/articles\/the-psychology-of-tarot-decks\/","title":{"rendered":"The Psychology of Tarot Decks"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Tarot<\/a><\/p>\n

Some people look to the tarot cards to predict their future. Others may be more skeptical.<\/p>\n

A Gallup poll<\/a> found that over a quarter of Americans believe in some kind of fortune telling.<\/p>\n

No matter what you believe, the tarot can help you gain an understanding of yourself.<\/p>\n

Tarot decks have been used by psychologists for decades. Psychologist Dr. Carl Jung<\/a> famously studied tarot and how the cards relate to the subconscious.<\/p>\n

Are you a thinker who likes to understand the reasoning and methodology of everything? We’ve broken down the psychology of tarot decks for you.<\/p>\n

A tarot reading gives you insight into your subconscious<\/h2>\n

Are you more of a skeptic when it comes to what tarot decks tell you about the future?<\/p>\n

Dr. Carl Jung had an explanation as to why the prediction of the cards so often seems to come true.\u00a0He said these “coincidences” gave him the “impression that there is a sort of foreknowledge of the coming series of events.” Meaning the cards bring out the subconscious knowledge we already have inside us.<\/p>\n

Tarot decks help you learn more about yourself and develop your intuition. Your unconscious mind becomes conscious.<\/p>\n

This happens by taking the symbolism in the cards and applying it to our lives.<\/p>\n

Tarot decks consist of 78 cards with symbolic pictures<\/h2>\n

56 of them have “suits,” just like traditional playing cards. These are the Minor Arcana and Pip cards. These suits are:<\/p>\n

Wands<\/h3>\n

Wand cards are about energy, passion, ideas, and creativity. These cards ask your subconscious, “what makes me excited?”<\/p>\n

Pentacles<\/h3>\n

Cards in the pentacle suit relate to the material world. Pentacles tap into how you feel about finances and things that can be gained.<\/p>\n

Swords<\/h3>\n

Sword cards are all about your inner thoughts. Swords want you to seek the truth within yourself. If you’re worried or confused, swords might show up in a reading.<\/p>\n

Cups<\/h3>\n

Cups shed light on your emotional life. They represent partnerships, intuition, dreams, and love.<\/p>\n

The remaining 22 cards describe the journey of a person’s life.<\/p>\n

The 22 Major Arcana represent archetypes<\/h2>\n

They are numbered 0-21. Through the cards, you follow the Fool’s journey toward enlightenment.<\/p>\n

You can apply these symbols towards the journey of your own life.\u00a0The cards and their basic meanings are:<\/p>\n

0. The Fool<\/h3>\n

The Fool is on the beginning of his journey. He is going out into the world to gain knowledge. The Fool represents innocence and a free spirit.<\/p>\n

1. The Magician<\/h3>\n

The Magician is all about gaining knowledge through experiences. To have skills you must go out and learn by doing.<\/p>\n

2. The High Priestess<\/h3>\n

The High Priestess in the tarot deck represents feminine wisdom. She asks you to consider your subconscious and intuition.<\/p>\n

3. The Empress<\/h3>\n

The Empress is the card of fertility and abundance. This goddess brings life into the world.<\/p>\n

4. The Emperor<\/h3>\n

The Emperor is a father figure. He is strict and is committed to his duties.<\/p>\n

5. The Hierophant<\/h3>\n

The Hierophant represents religion and tradition. That could mean challenging what’s accepted or questioning beliefs.<\/p>\n

6. The Lovers<\/h3>\n

The Lovers can represent a romantic relationship in your life. It could also be about the love you have for yourself.<\/p>\n

7. The Chariot<\/h3>\n

The Chariot reminds you to consider your will power. To remember consequences if you act out of ego or desire.<\/p>\n

8. Strength<\/h3>\n

Strength is exactly as it sounds. A Strength card in the tarot deck should remind you to have courage and patience.<\/p>\n

9. The Hermit<\/h3>\n

The Hermit stays inside all day. That means you have a lot of time to think. This card asks you to have quiet time with your inner self.<\/p>\n

10. The Wheel of Fortune<\/h3>\n

The Wheel of Fortune is always spinning. Sometimes you’re on top and sometimes you aren’t. This card reminds you of karma, luck, and destiny.<\/p>\n

11. Justice<\/h3>\n

The Justice card in spread reminds you that whatever you put out will come back. For every action, there is a reaction.<\/p>\n

12. The Hanged Man<\/h3>\n

The Hanged Man was executed because of bad actions. Learn from your mistakes and don’t let them be the death of you.<\/p>\n

13. Death<\/h3>\n

Don’t be scared of the Death card! Death is the end of something, which gives birth to a new beginning.<\/p>\n

14. Temperance<\/h3>\n

Temperance is a card that reminds you to have patience. To live consciously and in balance.<\/p>\n

15. The Devil<\/h3>\n

The Devil is scary for a reason. The Devil in your life could be a person or parts of yourself. It’s anyone who brings you to your lower self.<\/p>\n

16. The Tower<\/h3>\n

The Tower card shows an actual tower on fire. This represents sudden change or the fear of change.<\/p>\n

17. The Star<\/h3>\n

The Star, The Moon, and The Sun all are related to the inner, spiritual self. The Star represents hope and tranquility.<\/p>\n

18. The Moon<\/h3>\n

The moon in the sky pulls the ocean creating tides. This card represents the forces inside that push and pulls you.<\/p>\n

19. The Sun<\/h3>\n

The Sun is your personal achievements and fulfillment. Sunshine has finally been brought into your life.<\/p>\n

20. Judgement<\/h3>\n

When you near the end of a journey, you look back on it. This card might mean a stage in your life is ending. You must look back on it and reflect.<\/p>\n

21. The World<\/h3>\n

The World card is the end of your journey. You have reached a natural conclusion that you were meant for.<\/p>\n

Did you like what you learned about psychology and tarot?<\/h2>\n

Looking to learn more about yourself and your future? Get a tarot reading!<\/p>\n

We have an entire directory<\/a> of experienced tarot readers!<\/p>\n

Interested in learning more about the metaphysical?<\/p>\n

Check out some of our other posts like, “How to Develop and Improve Your Psychic Powers.”<\/a><\/p>\n

We’d love to help you through your spiritual journey!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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