Newsletter of The Tarot School
http://TarotSchool.com ISSN: 1529-0565 Vol. 15 #1 January 1, 2023
In this Issue: - Welcome
- Tarot Tip: New Transitions Spread - Wald's Words of Wisdom - Diviner's Corner: Kinemancy - Kickstarter: Bard's Arcana - Meet the Reader: Joe Monteleone - Upcoming Events Welcome to a new issue of Tarot Tips!
And a special welcome to our new subscribers.
This month you came from: Australia, Brazil, India, the United Kingdom, and the United States. We're glad you're here! There are as many different ways to say Happy New Year as there are languages. For instance, Feliz Año Novo, Bonne Année, Kia hari te tau hou, and Buon Anno are ways to say it in Spanish, French, Maori and Italian. We are always saying that Tarot is a language, too. So it got me thinking about how each of the Major Arcana cards would encourage us to have a Happy New Year in their own particular dialects. Here is what they said: The Fool: "Here's to starting the new year with a clean slate and an open mind! May we embrace the unknown with courage and curiosity." The Magician: "Let's use the power of our intentions and creativity to manifest a bright and abundant new year." The High Priestess: "May the mystery and intuition of the new year guide us towards deeper understanding and self-discovery." The Empress: "May the abundance and prosperity of the new year nourish you and those you love." The Emperor: "May the new year bring stability, order, and success as we take charge of our lives and achieve our goals." The Hierophant: "May the tradition and spirituality of the new year bring you inner peace and understanding." The Lovers: "May the love and connection we share bring us joy and fulfillment in the new year." The Chariot: "May the determination and ambition of the new year drive you forward on your path." Strength: "May we draw on our inner strength and courage to overcome any obstacles that come our way in the new year." The Hermit: "May the new year be a time for solitude, reflection, and inner growth as we seek wisdom and understanding within ourselves." The Wheel of Fortune: "Wishing you a new year filled with luck, abundance, and positive change as the wheel of fortune turns in your favor." Justice: "May the new year bring balance, fairness, and a sense of rightness as we strive for justice and integrity in all that we do." The Hanged Man: "May the surrender and perspective of the new year bring you enlightenment and growth." Death: "May the transformation and renewal of the new year bring you new beginnings and a fresh start." Temperance: "May the new year bring balance, moderation, and harmony as we find ways to integrate and align our various aspects and goals." The Devil: "May the liberation and release of the old year bring you freedom and empowerment in the new year." The Tower: "May the upheaval and change of the new year bring you new perspectives and growth." The Star: "May the new year bring hope, inspiration, and a sense of possibility as we look towards the future with optimism and faith." The Moon: "Wishing you a new year filled with mystery, imagination, and intuitive insights as we navigate the unconscious and the unknown." The Sun: "May the warmth and light of the new year bring you joy and positivity." Judgement: "Wishing you a new year filled with self-reflection, accountability, and a sense of purpose as we make choices and decisions that align with our values and goals." The World: "May the new year be a time of completion, wholeness, and celebration as we embrace the interconnectedness of all things and find our place in the world." If you enjoyed this and are up for a challenge, see what you can come up with for the Minor Arcana cards. In the meantime, we wish you a happy, healthy and prosperous year ahead. May it be filled with love, laughter, and all the good things in life. Happy New Year!" And one more thing...
On January 23rd, we'll be teaching our
100th Tarot Salon! It's a real milestone for us. The class will be on the Moon-Hermit Birth Card pair, which is mine, so that makes it extra-special! We'll be back from our holiday break on the 9th. See Upcoming Events for the schedule. Wald and I look forward to starting the new year with some great classes. We hope you'll join us! Wishing you joy along the tarot path, Ruth Ann, Wald, Gina and Sharonah
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NEW TRANSITIONS SPREAD
In modern times, January is commonly associated with new beginnings and fresh starts. It may seem strange that January is seen as a time of beginnings, considering that in the Northern Hemisphere it is cold and many plants are dormant, with new life not appearing until Spring. The Roman calendar originally had 12 months, but only 10 of those months had official names. January and February were added later. January was named after the Roman god Janus, the deity of new beginnings, transitions, and portals. Janus was said to have the ability to see the past, present, and future, given to him by Saturn. In honor of Janus, this is a great time to use a spread that is particularly suited for January, but which can also be used during any time of transition in your life. To make the experience even more interesting, try using a deck that you are not familiar with or one that you haven't used in a long time. The Layout: The spread consists of 4 cards in a square at the center, with 4 rows of 3 cards each around the perimeter. The Positions: Cards 1-2-3: Primary Influence or Issue (Position horizontally at the bottom) Cards 4-5-6: Past (Position horizontally to the left) Cards 7-8-9: Present (Position horizontally to above) Cards 10-11-12: Future (Position horizontally to the right) The Central Cards are laid out in a square: Card 13 (right): Doorway or Transition to Spring Card 14 (bottom): Doorway or Transition to Summer Card 15 (left): Doorway or Transition to Fall Card 16 (top): Doorway or Transition to Winter Alternatively, all four cards can be used to give insight into a single season if that's when you wish to focus your attention. Wald's Words of Wisdom Diviner's Corner KINEMANCY
Kinemancy is a lesser-known form of divination that involves interpreting the movements of objects or substances in order to gain insight into the future or to gain insight into oneself. This practice is believed to have roots in ancient civilizations, where people would observe the movements of natural elements such as the wind or the tides in order to predict the future or gain insight into their own lives. In kinemancy, a diviner will typically focus on the movement of a specific object or substance, such as a feather, a piece of paper, or a handful of water. Here are a few examples: • The direction in which a feather falls or is blown: A feather falling to the left may be interpreted as a sign of negativity or bad luck, while a feather falling to the right may be interpreted as a sign of positivity or good luck. • The way a piece of paper twists or turns as it falls: A piece of paper that falls in a spiral pattern may be interpreted as a sign of change or transformation, while a piece of paper that falls in a straight line may be interpreted as a sign of stability or consistency. • The way water ripples or flows: Large, circular ripples may be interpreted as a sign of change or upheaval, while small, concentrated ripples may be interpreted as a sign of focus or determination. Some more familiar forms of divination also fall under the category of kinemancy. They include: 1) Psychokinesis: Psychokinesis, or PK, is a form of kinemancy that involves the use of mental power or energy to affect the movement of objects or substances. This may involve moving objects with the mind or altering the patterns or movements of an object or substance through intention or focus. 2) Automatic writing: Automatic writing is a form of kinemancy that involves allowing the hand to write automatically, without conscious control, in order to receive messages or insights from the spirit world or to gain insight into the future. The movements of the hand and the words or symbols written influence the interpretation. 3) Tea leaf reading: Tea leaf reading, or tasseography, is a form of kinemancy that involves interpreting the patterns and movements of tea leaves in a cup or bowl after drinking. The diviner may interpret the shapes and symbols formed by the tea leaves. 4) Pendulum dowsing: Pendulum dowsing is a form of kinemancy that involves using a pendulum to communicate with the spirit world or to gain insight into the future. The movements of the pendulum, such as swinging in a particular direction or at a specific speed, may be interpreted as a way to gain insight or make predictions. The interpretations of patterns and movements in kinemancy can vary greatly depending on the individual diviner and their own methods and techniques. Here are a few things you can try: • Incorporate other divination techniques, such as tarot reading or astrology, to supplement the interpretation of the movements. • Use a crystal ball or mirror. • Use your intuition and natural abilities to interpret the movements and patterns of the object or substance. • Combine kinemancy with other forms of divination or spiritual practices, such as meditation or energy work, to enhance the insight gained. Experiment with different objects or substances to see which ones provide the most accurate or meaningful insights. It can also be helpful to keep a journal or record of the movements and patterns observed, as well as the insights and predictions you gain. This way you can track your progress and improve your accuracy over time. We’d love your suggestion or submissions for this column! If you have an idea or would like to contribute, please contact us at tarot@tarotschool.com. Kickstarter BARD'S ARCANA The Tarot of Shakespeare The writings of William Shakespeare and the images of A.E. Waite and Pamela Coleman Smith's Tarot offer two of the most evocative, enduring, and intuitive symbol systems in European history. Rich in metaphor and dense with meaning, each body of work presents its own pathways towards a deeper understanding of ourselves, each other, and what it means to be human in this world. Taken together, the light (and shadow) they cast on each other can spark whole new blazes of insight. The venerable 78-card deck illuminates themes, characters, and moments from the Shakespearean canon. Bard's Arcana: The Tarot of Shakespeare is grounded in the structure of the Waite-Smith Tarot deck: a 22-card Major Arcana and a 56-card Minor Arcana divided into the 14-card suits of Wands, Cups, Swords, and Pentacles. Inspired by the iconography and composition of Pamela Coleman Smith's original art, each Tarot image has been lovingly paired with a character or scene from the Shakespearean canon that illustrates, illuminates, or complicates the themes and meaning of that particular card. Every image evokes surprise, whether it invites delight or deliberation. This beautiful deck is perfect for lovers of tarot and Shakespeare! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gregtaubman/bards-arcana Meet The Reader JOE MONTELEONE By Sharonah Rapseik, Ph.D., CMAP Joe Monteleone is, according to the Huffington Post, a "one-man-band" of magical thinking made reality. He is a Tarot master teacher, certified coach, energy healer, occult performer and modern mystic. Joe has over 20 years experience in Tarot reading, teaching, and performing, which have brought him to every possible environment. His notable appearances include Esotoracle Magazine, Facebook Headquarters, the New York Renaissance Faire, the World Divination Association, the Readers Studio, and more. Joe created the Tarot Mysticism Academy after a life-changing mystical experience. Sharonah Rapseik: Joe, what makes your tarot practice unique and how do you express it? Joe Monteleone: What makes my Tarot practice unique is the way I utilize the Thoth Tarot deck with mystical philosophy. My goal is to end suffering which sounds ambitious, but I believe it is the most practical goal a human could have. I curate the common denominators of various mystical traditions and present them with the Tarot and other spiritual technologies in the Tarot Mysticism Academy. It allows me to jailbreak reality and have the coolest friends from around the world. Sharonah Rapseik: Thank you Joe, it’s been a pleasure to meet you! To follow Joe Monteleone: Sharonah Rapseik is an Artist / Designer, Author, Tarot Reader, Radio Host and Producer for Psychic Talk Radio. Visit her at: https://psychictalk.net/sharonah/ Upcoming Events: Tarot Salon on Zoom! 7:00 - 9:00 pm EST Our popular Monday night classes are now online so you can attend no matter where you live. Classes are recorded and all levels of experience are welcome! January 2023: 2 - NO CLASS: Holiday Break 9 - The Hanged Man 16 - Death 23 - Birth Cards: Moon-Hermit 30 - 4 States of Awareness Get on the notification list to see what we'll be teaching each week. Find the form and register here: https://tarot.salon Readings with Ruth Ann Running The Tarot School with Wald keeps me pretty busy, but I still love giving readings! My specialty is using your Birth Cards and Elemental Array (techniques Wald and I have developed) in conjunction with random draws to give you an extremely personalized and powerful reading. I excel at giving Readings for Readers so if you're always giving readings to others, let me help you with some self-care for a change! Click Here to book your private reading with me over Zoom. Do you have a question or comment on anything tarot?
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