I’ve always been curious about tarot cards, especially the 10 – card spreads. So, I decided to do some hands – on exploration to figure out which ones are really good.
First off, I gathered all my tarot decks. I had a few different ones, each with their own unique art styles. I sat down at my small table, cleared away the clutter, and laid out the cards. I started by shuffling them vigorously, like I was mixing up a big bowl of magical ingredients.
Then, I began to try out different 10 – card spreads. The first one I tried was the Celtic Cross spread. I carefully placed the cards one by one according to the pattern. As I laid each card, I was thinking about what it might mean in the context of the spread. I read the cards, looking at the images and trying to connect them to my current life situation. But I found it a bit confusing. There were so many cards and different positions, and it felt like I was trying to solve a really complicated puzzle all at once.
Next, I moved on to the Horseshoe spread. This one seemed a bit more straightforward. I shuffled the cards again and started placing them in the horseshoe shape. It was easier to follow the flow of the spread. The cards seemed to tell a more linear story, like a little journey. I felt like I could understand the overall message better with this spread.
After that, I tried the Wheel of Fortune spread. I was excited about this one because the name sounded cool. I laid out the cards in a circular pattern, imagining it as an actual wheel turning. But when I tried to interpret it, I found that it was a bit too abstract for me. It was hard to make sense of how the cards related to each other in that circular arrangement.
I also gave the Tree of Life spread a go. I shuffled the cards for the umpteenth time and placed them according to the tree – like structure. This spread was interesting because it seemed to cover different aspects of life, like roots, branches, and fruits. It was like getting a comprehensive view of my life from different angles.
As I was going through all these spreads, I realized that different spreads work better for different people. Some people might like the complexity of the Celtic Cross, while others, like me, might prefer the simplicity of the Horseshoe. According to some tarot experts, about 60% of beginners find simpler spreads like the Horseshoe or the Three – Card spread (a variation of the 10 – card spread with a different focus) more accessible and easier to interpret.
In the end, after trying all these different 10 – card spreads, I found that the Horseshoe spread was my favorite. It just clicked with me. It was easy to set up, and I could easily understand the story the cards were telling. So, if you’re new to tarot and trying out 10 – card spreads, maybe give the Horseshoe spread a shot. You might find it as helpful as I did!
