I know some of you are interested in what my Tarot readings are like. Well I’ll give you a hint 
Obviously each reading differs from individual to individual but you can get an idea of how things unravel.
This is an actual reading I did for a client in a Chatroom. You will notice that I received some visions that didn’t make sense to him. Well he followed up with me letting me know when he went to the beach he met a girl and connected with her, she happened to have light hair. Reading took place 6/23/2010.
[Michael] 1:34 pm: All i ask is just be open for what needs to be said and enjoy the ride
[Trev] 1:35 pm: always am
[Michael] 1:40 pm: The card that popped out of the deck is the 2 of Swords. Swords are associated with the Air element, they stand for intellect, wisdom, bluntness, can be very dry at times and sometimes seen as lacking emotion. The two of swords speaks of choices. You have things weighing on you on either side and you hold each scenario and choice close to heart. You are tired of these energies up in your face so you’ve taken time to block them out so they cannot sway you from what you really desire to do, you are on a hold of sorts not wanting to make a decision but knowing that you must that this is truly the time to stand up and make a decision that is needed to be made
[Michael] 1:41 pm: I feel that a compromise may be made. Adjustments and agreements are taking place. Don’t expect anyone especially fate to intervene as this is all you mah friend. You must make the decision that you are currently faced with. Its time to take off the blindfold and to really see each choice for what it is and go with what you feel is in your highest and best.
[Michael] 1:44 pm: This card oversees the rest. The Page of Cups comes forth. Cups represent the water element. They are associated with emotions, fluid energy and the flow of life. Pages represent young adults who may have a lot of responsibility on them but all they really want is to just have fun. The Page of Cups can bring a message of a very special person to come into your life, someone who has water traits, I keep seeing light colored hair lol and a beach. This person comes from the recent past and it feels that you as the Page as well are holding on to this, holding this person this amazing scenario in a cup so that you will not lose sight of what experiences you’ve had, it also seems that you are in a sort of limbo not sure in which way to go to move forward or to stay in the past and keep looking at what was and not shifting into what really is and what could be
[Michael] 1:45 pm: That page interacts with the 2 of swords and makes sense that it is on hold as it does not want to make necessary decisions. The page is a bit more apt do make decisions based on his emotions and will do so but the sword the analytical aspect in you is asking you to balance your emotion with logic and to really consider all points of view before rushing into these decisions.
[Michael] 1:46 pm: I keep feeling a Move is in order or a Move is to come. I don’t know if you are considering moving or moving something in your life but there is definite movement energy in your current life things are lining up for you in order to present to you a chance opportunity
[Michael] 1:49 pm: 7 of Swords is next. Yet another swords card. The 7 of Swords Reversed tells me that you have been taking on too much from other people. You have been asked to do much more than you should ever have to, like people just like to pile things on you and you have been carrying this around for far too long, reversed means that the swords are finally dropping and you are weeding out what no longer serves you. I feel that this could represent a few heated discussions with people that you know, that may of wronged you but this card states that the law of karma is now coming into effect and that these people will definitely get their own and that your time to shine is nearing full for whats done is done but you will come out of it stronger and better
[Michael] 1:50 pm: that may of wronged you but to have no fear this card states the law of karma is coming into effect. These energies in your life will definitely be called to justice and get their own, the truth of the situation will be shown and you will come out of it a better man indeed. You are easing the load of others words and deeds that have been placed upon you
[Michael] 1:51 pm: You are also being asked to let go of this so that you can focus on your present and future moments. You keep looking to the past almost as if in a day dream and you are not quite paying attention to what needs your attention
[Michael] 1:53 pm: The Ace of Pentacles comes next. Aces represent a higher energy, the beginning of a cycle, a divine blessing. Pentacles represent the Earth Element. represent physical touch, materialistic energies, and grounding energy.
[Michael] 1:54 pm: This card states that you have listened to your inner self, that you have finally taken the blindfold off and have been able to really shed what no longer serves you and stopped listening to others opinions and started doing what you desire rather than what others desire of you. The Ace of Pentacles screams of fame and fortune by this it means that you are being given the chance opportunity for gold!
[Michael] 1:55 pm: It says that you are in the hands of the divine physically and materialistically. It says that the time to daydream is over and you are required to take action, its time to take a risk and take a giant leap but not until you’ve cleared the past up, so you will know when this time comes and presents itself for it will be something you cannot forget
[Michael] 1:57 pm: This is a period when people notice your efforts and appreciate you for who you are. This is the time to Make your dreams come true.
[Michael] 1:58 pm: You are asked to remember though not to get too greedy, to share and not to horde either, This comes with the 4 of pentacles reversed. It asks you to remember who you are and to always remember where you come from that sharing is how the universe acts in abundance and that if you keep things so guarded and close to you and think ME ME ME MINE MINE MINE you will start to lose sight of what is important to you
[Michael] 1:58 pm: remember to share your gifts with others and to express yourself fairly and be true to who you are
[Michael] 1:59 pm: Right now with your current energy patterns the cards say that you have a decision to make, That it has been weighing you for some time and that with recent events you have blocked off others because you don’t want to be influenced as to what you decide.
[Michael] 2:00 pm: You are asked to remove the blindfold and mix logic with emotion and allow for your decisions to be grounded in this. That you have had some fun times and i keep seeing linked to a beach and someone with lighter hair i dunno what that means but it is a Pisces trait. That you need to honor the adventures you have recently undergone but not to get caught up in them and lose track of who you are
[Michael] 2:01 pm: to take those adventures and keep the moving into the present and into the future as you do not want to keep something in the past for it will always be in the past then, and that you have energies and people that are in your life that would see to wrong you or have done so and it frustrates you but you are learning to see the truth
[Michael] 2:01 pm: You have been asked by many to carry their words and their thought patterns but now you’ve seen truth that you are able to release these and to let the swords fall so that you can take more time for yourself and see yourself and choose fairly for you and nobody else
[Michael] 2:02 pm: Once you are able to weed through all of this you are to be presented with a chance of the divine in abundance and your materialistic world. Doorways are opening up to you for you to shine and for you to find yourself int the physical world. Once your life starts going the way you want it and you start doing things you enjoy it will just attract more and more of this but you are reminded
[Michael] 2:03 pm: not to be selfish not to horde thing and to be scared of losing things as if you do this the energy will start to block and you may begin to be paranoid lol but all is well you have the choice and have the path laid out to follow if you so choose
[Trev] 2:06 pm: all you said makes sense apart from the lighter hair person xD
[Michael] 2:07 pm: lol I don’t know why i was, just kept seeing a lighter hair person and a beach but it could just be how im seeing things as lighter attributes tend to represent the beach and the Pisces energy therefore it could represent a psychic moment on a beach LOL a connection a link
[Trev] 2:07 pm: true
[Trev] 2:08 pm: but beach is in my future… actually tomorrow xD
[Michael] 2:08 pm: LOL well maybe you’ll see a Light haired person lmfao who knows but that is what i received and that is what they say.
[Trev] 2:09 pm: thank you so much
[Trev] 2:09 pm: it all makes sense with the opportunities I’ve been having and the people I’ve been talking to
[Michael] 2:09 pm: Mah Pleasure 
As long as it made some sense and you can use some of it to help you on your way but i see some amazing opportunities being created for you
[Trev] 2:10 pm: oh it does help
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Reading for Stephen: This reading was done when I was working with a site, perfecting my skills (always perfecting our skills yes!) and so we had a rating system to help us know if and what we needed to work on! This reading took place on 9/29/2008.
Namaste Stephen!
Before I get into the tarot reading I wanted to give you the information that I did pick up psychically before shuffling the cards. As I read your inquiry I got a few impressions.
I got a really big sensation of resistance. I feel that you are definitely excited to be moving forward but at the same time you wonder at what cost. Friends, Family, co-workers seem to be “different” and that gets to you.. You wonder if you can move forward and hold on to the past at the same time. This can definitely create a feeling of stagnancy and a possible depression feel as the energy is wanting to move forward but fluctuates between high and low because of the holding onto people, places, and things that may no longer serve you. I feel that once you are able to just let go of any judgments of what could happen, what will happen, and the perceptions of others that may have on you, you will be able to free yourself from the stagnant energy that is surrounding you.
So with the information you provided I created and simplified the question to:
How do I Address Current Challenges in my Life that are effects of my spiritual progression?
I hope that it fits your standards. I also chose to use The Leap Across the Abyss by Rachel Pollack from the Shining Tribe Tarot, as I feel this spread will really help to get your questions answered and add that little pep talk that we all need now and then.
As I was shuffling I got an impression of feeling dull in the work area. I am not sure if you are a business type but that’s the feeling I got. I also got a longing for something to do with Art, creativity, possibly painting..
1. Where do I start?
The first card is the Knight of Cups which I think is a good starting place. The Knight of cups moves forward into the future, progressing emotionally and spiritually. A bit shy/bashful but with an underlying confidence that makes a really good soul. I don’t know how you started on your path but I feel like this was a calling, you received messages or some sort of communication that may of set your search off. This card also tells of a friendship in the works. This is a good relationship card so the work you’ve done when starting out, however you came to it, I feel was a good road for you to take. It put you in contact with great people that actually you felt drawn to and connected with. Feeling more at home then before.
2. What is hidden?
The Five of Wands Rx shows the true colors of people around you. I feel that this card resonates with a highly competitive time in your life. Very sly people, who say one thing but really mean something totally different. They want to try to manipulate the way you perceive things. This card is telling me of someone who is very hot headed, very passionate about what they do, stubborn, I want to say a male as well but it could be a female with a lot of masculine qualities about her, cuthroat sotospeak as well.. This person is not playing fair and I feel that this is something you are on to. You’ve felt that energy with this person because of your spiritual progression, and its making you question if you are in the right place, if this is serving you well. This card is really trying to tell you not to doubt yourself. You know who you are, you know how this person is acting and don’t be lied to. Watch for those who would pretend to be something they are not. Do not take them for face value. Definitely trust your instincts.
3. Who helps me?
The Nine of Cups shows me a person who is a bit conservative, someone who is cautious and can be quite protective and loving to you. This person is asking you to slow down, to watch your health, to not hold your emotions inside as they see what it does to you. I am seeing someone with dark hair, a woman but alas that is just my perception. But this person definitely offers great advice, they are there to help you in your transition. There to help you cross into a new thought pattern on so many different levels. To be patient, to not over-indulge, to watch your words and not come off as arrogant or pushy. This person truly is here to teach you humility and how to be in service.
4. What do I fear?
Another roadblock card, the Three of Wands Rx tells me to relay the message to stay strong, stand tall and do not give up. What the three of wands reversed is asking of you is to take time to consider your actions. You feel you are blocked and have so many obstacles in front of you and while that may be true, it does not and will not set you back only if you choose to slow down a bit and play a waiting game. It seems that everytime you want/choose to do something for you, youreslf, your spirit, etc.. That there are unexpected demands on you and your time that require your full attention. This can actually be quite the blessing in disguise its saying that you fear regression, not moving forward, going back to the person you were but it gives you the inspiration to be able to move forward and to take the necessary time to analyze your goals and what you expect/want out of life and your spiritual self. You fear “failing” at this but in truth There is no possible way to fail at what you are doing! You seek progression and you will have it, you have the roadblocks, the energies pulling you away but see that too as a blessing. The more that things get in the way the more it says that you are on the right path, that you are making progress and these little bugs in your way are a reminder of how much progress you are indeed making. Do not fear regressing, do not fear the past or being stuck, the energy to move forward has always and will always be with you, all you need to do is claim it and change it up.
5. What must I give up?
The Five of Cups Rx tells me that you may need to give up your expectations on the future. I feel that you are too emotionally involved on what needs to be, what is in store in the future that you are not able to pay attention and experience all the blessings of the now. So the five of cups reversed is asking you to throw out your preconceived notions about what you decide to be in the future and just experience the now and let it come to you. Another thing that this card asks you to let go is a meaningful relationship. I’m not sure if you have lost or are in the process of “losing” a friend or some sort of relationship but this needs to happen. Your very progression relies upon this. It will help the energy to move forward and clear the way for your new self. I feel that you already know this, and you just are holding on to memories that are just that… Memories. You are postponing your own happiness and growth by holding on to this relationship. If indeed you are meant to be in contact with this person again, it shall happen but for the time being the five of cups reversed is asking you to let it go.
6. What must I take with me?
The Six of Wands Rx is telling me that in order to move forward, you must take with you the ability to be patient. To let the times of frustration pass. To not make rash decisions and be patient with it all. Do not be competitive at this time as its not in favor of you right now just wait it out. Use this time to experience all you have thus far. Look back on the past *do not hold onto it or get stuck in it* but just look back and evaluate your situations. How have you felt in the past before your spiritual awakening, how do you feel now, compare them. What would you like to see happen? Is there anything in your past that you need to forgive? If so then now is a good time to do that work. Use your inner worlds to create a healing spark right now as I feel the Six of Wands reversed is telling you to take some time out and use your creativity to heal. Be Passionate about your endeavors.
7. What will I experience?
I truly love the King of Cups for this position. You started out as the Knight of Cups and through everything you have battled, and competed, and progressed to you can experience greatness as the King of Cups. You will be well rounded in your spiritual sense, your emotions, and your soul will progress to a point where you will not have to worry about what others think of you, how competitive your environment may be, you will just simply be in your own world in good standing and good rule. You will experience the support and love of wise men it seems and when I say Wise men I mean people of good nature, wisdom and patience. I feel that you will come into contact with some good energies that will help you to stabalize the building blocks to your foundation of growth.
8. What will I find?
The Page of Wands is a great card in this layout as well. This says that you will find many many wonders! You will feel young in spirit again, like you’ve just been restored so much life. So many creative energies and projects in your path. It feels like great Adventure! I also see you travelling. This card just screams of Love, Passion, Fresh, New, and just Great! You are on the next phase of your journey with this card. It feels that it will be more fulfilling to you now then what your current status is since you have progressed you have changed so your past/current energies may no longer serve you and after you’ve done the necessary work you will make way for the page of wands and find what truly feeds your spirit and go for it.
All in All I enjoy what we have here. It shows your progression and is quite beautiful. You started out eager, a bit shy it seems but at the same time confidence. You started with a message/a calling and in transition may of forgotten what you were to do, you got caught up in life, in the every day to day things the rat race that is the business/working world and that made way for people who would take advantage and want to try and cheat you out of what is rightfully yours. Although I feel there are people to help you out of it, to talk you down instead of letting you get hot headed and act upon things you may regret after you cool down. You have people to keep you calm and collected and to teach you patience and humility. You are learning to be in service to spirit. You have a underlying fear of being held back, of going back to what once was, Like all the work you have done somehow from one or two small decisions may take you back to the beginning but it will not. I am told to tell you to let that go, to let your fears go and turn your fear into a positive. The things that you fear can be turned around. Your energies that get in your way that you may think hold you back or can regress you are just points in your forward moving life, it is a marker stating that you are making progress, you are growing and since you are; these energies are trying to take you down, to get in your way but don’t allow them. Laugh at them, be amused, and let them go. To move forward leave behind you any preconceived ideas that you have about spirituality, about your future, about emotions, let it all go and just experience the now. A lot of the message I am getting is to be in the now. To not worry about the past, not to worry about the future and to just experience the now aspect of who you are. Enjoy yourself. Don’t allow these people to take you down and do not feel bad if you have to separate yourself from people you love and care about. It may feel like a very hard thing to do and you may feel like your giving up on these people but you are not. Sometimes we have to let go of people in order for them to progress and in order for us to be able to progress as well. Its a good thing. Sometimes they will come back into our lives and sometimes they will not. Whatever is to happen shall happen and the gods will bless you in either way. So keep calm and collected, think before you act and don’t speak out unless you truly believe in your words and are ready to back them up right now. That is all I am getting right now but I do find it quite interesting that every other card was wands/cups. Shows that you are going through a huge fluctuating energy right now, very creative/passionate/firey and Emotional/Spiritual/Fluid. It can be quite tiresome because the two energies can definitely cancel each other out but I have faith that you will work through this and move forward and be excited for the things to come!
I hope you enjoy the reading, And the only thing that Matters is that you can get something from this reading even if it is a miniscule amount of information. I’d love to hear any feedback you are willing to share, All types of feedback are welcomed.
With Love and Respect,
Michael
I received feedback on this reading and wanted to share what Stephen had to say.
Hi Michael,
I hope you are well. As promised here is the feedback on your reading. As I said, you directly touched upon points that are important in my life at present or need close attention.
Your first comments regarding your initial psychic feelings were very precise. That is exactly where I am at present. Your advice to just let go of any judgements was also very useful and will help me move forward with more confidence. You also mentioned work. Yes I am running a business but it is slow and I may need to do something else. I am also a musician and until recently played regularly in local bands as I have done for decades.
Your choice of a Rachel Pollack spread was also interesting as she is my favourite Tarot author.
Knight of Cups – Where do I start?
Yes I am an naturally shy emotional spiritual type. I have always had the calling, from an early age, but not really pursued it with the focus that I should have done. Moving in that direction but only recently really taking the plunge. In terms of links with others of a similar mind, this is slowly growing but looks to be rewarding.
Five of Wands Rx - What is Hidden?
Very insightful. A close relationship has gone through a very difficult period in the last few years. Your comments regarding intuitively knowing that problems existed was correct. Perhaps not hidden anymore but it was for a long time.
Nine of Cups – Who Helps Me?
You seem to have painted a clear picture of my mother although she is now grey haired (but was dark haired). She told me to slow down and look after my health just a few days ago!.
Nine of Wands – What Do I fear?
Yes I fear regression and the future but the advice is not only useful but correct and supportive.
Five of Cups Rx – What Must I Give Up?
I have given up a few relationships or connections recently. Feel that the Path is being cleared for full focus.But yes there is still some stagnant energy that needs to be finally released one way or another.
Six of Wands Rx – What must I take with me?
Patience and Healing.. Yes, this resonates with me at a high level. I know it is what I should be doing. In some ways the stagnant energy has been so damaging it has left me feeling stuck at times.
King of Cups – What will I experience?
Page of Wands – What will I find?
Obviously I cannot comment on these as they are yet to happen but you give a wondereful sense of a positive peaceful future. A sense that all will be worth it. I need that now. Thanks.
Your following comments are astounding! You have described my life, my fears and a way forward with stunning accuracy. It was as though it had been written by someone who knows my life very closely maybe, no probably, better than myself.
I really dont know what else to say Michael, the reading was a great credit to your abilities as a psychic and a Tarot reader as well as natural counselling abilities. There was lots of information, advice,consideration,sensitivity, summary and hope. I will certainly take a lot from this reading and will keep a copy to consider regularly in the coming months.
I think that I have to now give a rating for various aspects of the reading. I cant see how I could give you any scores other than 10′s across the board.
Presentation and Clarity – 10
Timeliness – 10
Appropriateness – 10
Depth – 10
Inovation and Wonder – 10
Thanks again Michael
Have a great day
Best Wishes
Stephen
