Tarot Pathworking

Affirmation - A declaration of truth that strengthens the belief in oneself

The Origin of Pathworking

Poets and philosophers, astronomers, priests and priestesses have contemplated the esoteric meaning of life since the first moment of consciousness. Hidden deep within religious texts, songs and oral traditions are similar accounts of our rich, primordial beginnings. While the ancient mythologies of Egypt, Greece and Rome form the basis of the Judaic Christian tradition, quite similar legends are rooted in cultures and religions native to nations, tribes, civilizations and sacred sites around the globe. We are ALL ONE family who share a humble, yet noble story. Through our remembrance of this bond, we honor the spiritual link between all faiths and fully acknowledge our perfect union with Spirit. Thus, the origin of Pathworking lies within our cosmic memory, and as such, it becomes the lifeline of the human experience.

Understanding the Tarot Connection

Tarot is a universal language. The four suits of the Minor Arcana correspond to the four elements (fire, wands; water, cups; air, swords; earth, pentacles), the four seasons and the four directions. These are all sacred points in the natural world. Likewise, the archetypal figures we encounter in the Major Arcana are representative of significant teachers whose paths cross ours on a daily basis.

Think of the Tarot card as a key. The position of the card in the spread represents a door or a gateway into the symbolic lesson of the card. Through the Tarot keys, we access the energy of the card and literally reveal the power hidden within. We can then bring the mystery of life into the light of day, rediscover our potential, explore our life path, and develop our skills and abilities with focus and intention. As we fully own our life purpose, we reconnect with our Source. In this manner, the wisdom of the Tarot enhances and enriches all religions, philosophies and belief systems.

So What Is Tarot Pathworking?

In Qabalah, The Tree of Life consists of 22 paths which correspond to the 22 Tarot keys of the Major Arcana. The paths connect and become The Tree as we journey from one point to the next, opening gateways along the way. When we focus on a specific Tarot key and truly work with the wisdom of the key, the experience of the Tarot Card Reading becomes much more than a lighthearted amusement or an intellectual exercise. Instead, the goal of the Tarot seeker is always to gain wisdom and inner peace, to create forgiveness in our personal relationships and to learn to be more loving, accepting and kind. Often it can be a struggle to overcome the desires and the resistance of the ego, but the beauty of the effort gives life its awe-inspiring majesty as we calm the dark forces of fear and create true meaning in our lives. This is the passion of poetry, art and music. This is Tarot Pathworking.

The Importance of Affirmations

Words have power. Like prayer, chanting or a mantra in meditation, the sound of Tarot's universal language, spoken out loud in the form of an affirmation, can create very real and positive change. Moreover, by daily affirming the truth of a Tarot key, we can strengthen or confirm the insights of the Tarot message. Therefore, the affirmation is the facilitator which reawakens our cosmic memory and guides our psyche to accept this wisdom with every cell of our being. In this manner, we can more fully unify sacred knowledge with ordinary experience.

Always keep in mind that the Tarot Card Reading expresses understanding and knowledge acquired directly from our Higher Self. When we cite an affirmation, it is important to recognize that we are making a solemn vow to our Self. Therefore, we must be open and truly listen to the words that we are speaking.

Please note: Although all Tarot spreads are suited to Tarot Pathworking, I especially recommend the use of affirmations with the following spreads: The Celtic Cross Spread, The Aura Spread and The Predictive Spread. You can create your own affirmation based on your journal notes and on the information I give you during your reading, or for an additional $10.00 fee over the cost of your chosen spread, I will compose a personalized affirmation integrating all the wisdom of your Tarot Card Reading. All affirmations are written as a first person narrative.

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To facilitate a greater understanding of Tarot Pathworking, I have written a brief

interpretation and lesson for each of the 22 cards of the Major Arcana.

To learn more, please go to: Tarot Wisdom and the Major Arcana

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