A walk in the cold fires up my powers of observation… I went for a walk in the cold, cold weather today…believe me, this is not something that comes naturally to me (the cold, not the walking part). But, as I have mentioned before, when you work at home it’s really important to get yourself […]
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Learning Tarot: The Importance of Grounding and Centering Yourself
Very atmospheric space to read Tarot in at my recent corporate event! Staying Centered, Staying Grounded Over the weekend I read Tarot at two events, one corporate, one a private holiday party. I love working these events…I get the chance to read Tarot with people who have never had a reading, would probably never think […]
Getting to know your Tarot deck – A Meditation to Learn Tarot Card Reading
Building your personal connection with your Tarot Cards: A Meditation to Learn Tarot Card Reading When you are new to Tarot, sometimes it can feel intimidating…taking that new deck off the shelf, opening the Tarot book, learning a spread…you might feel that you can’t put aside the necessary time in your busy life, so that […]
Today’s Tarot Message for Nov 17, 2014: The Star
Today’s Tarot Message for Nov 17, 2014 The Star A gentle healing energy to start the week. If you have been going through a difficult time, let the light of the Star rekindle a feeling of hope, faith and optimism. Open your heart and share your gifts generously. Be the star of your own life […]
What Does a Tarot Reader Look Like?
What do most people see in their mind’s eye when you say the words “Tarot reader”? For many, I think there is an immediate flash to the gyspy, the crone, the goth, someone slightly exotic and slightly sinister. Awhile back, there was a discussion on the Facebook page of Biddy Tarot about just this topic, […]
How to Welcome Autumn with Tarot in Toronto & Beyond
Autumn is Coming I am one of those people who wears sandals until the last possible moment. I will sit on a patio with heat lamps and a coat on until I can’t feel my fingers anymore. I’d rather be cold than admit defeat and bring out my serious winter coat. Let’s just say, despite […]
Why Would I Want a Tarot Reading? 5 Things I’d Like You to Know
Tarot is my passion! I usually start my day by asking the cards what I most need to be aware of today, and they are my constant and trusted companion until I close my eyes at night. Because I am so immersed in Tarot, I tend to think that EVERYONE is familiar with the […]
Looking to the Queen of Wands for Confidence and Guts
The Customer is Always Right I just had a rotten customer service experience. Not the end of the world, not important in the grand scheme of things, I know, but this minor experience led me to examine how I feel about myself and how I interact with the world on a deeper level. To make […]
Funny Girls and Dynamic Divas
Back at the end of May I was happy to have the opportunity to volunteer my Tarot skills in support of Sistering, at their 12th annual fundraising event, Funny Girls and Dynamic Divas, held at the Jane Mallett Theatre. Who could resist a party with a name like that? And the promise of, “laugh, smile, […]
Do your best! Ganbatte!
“When I was living in Japan…” – this is a phrase that brings the most profound glassy look to my friends’ eyes, causes polite yawns, or provokes the hilarious reply, “Oh wait a minute! Did you live in JAPAN? I didn’t know that! Really?”. I totally understand this reaction, and accept the teasing as 100% […]