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Topic: which spread for readings
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poochycat Knowflake Posts: 224 From: Registered: Jun 2013
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posted February 07, 2014 11:18 AM
Hi all,I have started doing some readings using a 5 card spread (cross of truth) with mixed results. VERY much a newbie but I will try. I have noticed most of you pull 3 cards. So what spread? I hope someone can help. I do want to learn. poochycat. IP: Logged |
LoadedPistil Knowflake Posts: 29 From: NJ, USA Registered: Feb 2014
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posted February 07, 2014 11:21 AM
3 Cards for the quick answer Celtic Cross for deeper answers 12 Houses for general readingsI don't use any other spreads. ------------------ Leo ♌️ Sun Scorpio ♏ Moon Cancer ♋ Rising Svātī Nakshatra IP: Logged |
poochycat Knowflake Posts: 224 From: Registered: Jun 2013
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posted February 07, 2014 11:26 AM
Do you just fan the cards after cutting then choose 3 cards? poochycat
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beccathelion Knowflake Posts: 713 From: CA Registered: Jun 2009
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posted February 07, 2014 11:50 AM
I mostly use the Celtic Cross (or I did when I was learning) because the positions helped reinforce the card meanings for me. This was helpful, because each card can be so nuanced in its message. I personally like a 5 card spread for quick questions, with the middle being the present as it's happening right now. Distant past, relevant past, present, near future, outcome. 3 cards are fine, but for me, I like a more verbose picture That said, you can create your own layout if it feels right for you. The big thing is to make sure you are consistent. IP: Logged |
poochycat Knowflake Posts: 224 From: Registered: Jun 2013
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posted February 07, 2014 12:05 PM
Thanks guys,I will probably ask more questions as I go along from the professionals like yourself as I get a bit better. Thanks again. IP: Logged |
LoadedPistil Knowflake Posts: 29 From: NJ, USA Registered: Feb 2014
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posted February 07, 2014 12:27 PM
quote: Originally posted by poochycat: Do you just fan the cards after cutting then choose 3 cards? poochycat
Absolutely not. I shuffle and pick from the top. Cards that fall out go off to the side and are read independently. Never understood the point of shuffling AND fanning, but I'm a computer person who thinks random is random and shuffling can't change random. :-) ------------------ Leo ♌️ Sun Scorpio ♏ Moon Cancer ♋ Rising Svātī Nakshatra IP: Logged |
vesta Knowflake Posts: 2013 From: Colorado Registered: May 2009
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posted February 07, 2014 01:21 PM
quote: Originally posted by LoadedPistil: Absolutely not. I shuffle and pick from the top. Cards that fall out go off to the side and are read independently. Never understood the point of shuffling AND fanning, but I'm a computer person who thinks random is random and shuffling can't change random. :-)
I shuffle and then pick what stands out to me almost like saying this is the one. If I don't quite understand what is being said I will choose a clarification card. Letting spirit guide me. Poochycat,
But honestly Becca's way is the best. 5 cards When you draw three you might not get all the facts You don't want to answer the question and read it wrong for yourself or someone else. And the celtic cross is the best to start with. IMO
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poochycat Knowflake Posts: 224 From: Registered: Jun 2013
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posted February 07, 2014 03:54 PM
O.K. I've been doing five cards and feel comfortable with that. Thanks for your advice everybody.IP: Logged |