How to Prepare for Your Tarot Reading | What to Expect
A tarot reading isn't about having all the right questions or knowing exactly what to expect. It's simply a space to gain clarity, explore possibilities, and receive guidance. The more present and open you are, the more meaningful the experience can be.
Think About What You'd Like Guidance On
Before your appointment, spend a few minutes thinking about what brought you here. Is there a relationship, career decision, spiritual path, or life transition you'd like insight on? You don't need to have everything figured out. Even a general direction is enough.
Write Down Your Questions
It's easy to forget important questions once the reading begins. Writing them down beforehand helps you stay focused and ensures you leave with the clarity you were seeking.
Come With an Open Mind
Tarot doesn't always tell us what we want to hear, but it often reveals what we need to understand. Try to approach your reading with curiosity rather than expectations.
Get A Good Night's Rest
If possible, arrive well rested and hydrated. Being mentally and emotionally present allows you to engage more fully with your reading.
There's No Need to Be Nervous
You don't need any experience with tarot or spirituality. Whether this is your first reading or your fiftieth, you're welcome exactly as you are. There are no right or wrong answers.
Bring a Notebook
Many clients find it helpful to write down key messages, insights, or action steps. If your reading is recorded, you can always revisit it later, but taking notes can help important details stand out.
Be Honest
The more open you're willing to be, the more personal and practical your reading can become. You're never required to share anything you're uncomfortable discussing, but honesty often leads to deeper insight.
Remember, You Have Free Will
A tarot reading is meant to provide guidance, not determine your future. The cards highlight possibilities, patterns, and opportunities, but your choices are always your own.
Stay Hydrated
Please drink plenty of water before your appointment. Being well hydrated can help you feel more grounded, focused, and relaxed throughout your session. We also encourage you to continue drinking water after your reading as you take time to reflect on the guidance you received.
I like this because it frames the reading as something people actively prepare for instead of just showing up. I'd present it as optional, not required, since different traditions approach preparation differently.
Optional: A Three Day Spiritual Reset Before Your Reading
While this is not required, some people choose to spend the three days leading up to their reading intentionally preparing themselves spiritually, mentally, and physically. Think of it as creating space for greater clarity rather than trying to "earn" a better reading.
For three days before your appointment, consider simplifying your routine. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, eat lighter meals when possible, and avoid foods or habits that leave you feeling sluggish or mentally foggy. Fresh fruits, vegetables, nourishing soups, and whole foods can help you feel more grounded and present.
You may also choose to abstain from alcohol, recreational drugs, and other substances that alter your state of mind. Many people find it helpful to reduce excessive caffeine during this time as well, allowing the nervous system to settle so they arrive feeling calm rather than overstimulated.
Some traditions also encourage refraining from sexual activity for a short period before receiving spiritual work or divination. The reasoning varies from tradition to tradition, but many believe it helps conserve and stabilize your personal spiritual energy so you arrive more centered and focused.
During these three days, spend a little time in quiet reflection. Journal your thoughts, meditate, pray, or simply sit with the questions you hope to explore during your reading. Rather than trying to predict the answers, focus on becoming honest with yourself about where you are in your life and what guidance you're truly seeking.
Most importantly, come with an open mind. A reading is not about hearing only what you want to hear. It's an opportunity to receive insight, confirmation, perspective, and direction. The more present, honest, and receptive you are, the more meaningful the experience can become.
This preparation isn't about perfection. It's about creating a clear, quiet space within yourself so you can fully receive the guidance that's meant for you.
What to Expect During Your Reading
If you've never had a reading with me before, you may be wondering what the experience is actually like. Every session is different because every person brings a unique story, energy, and set of questions. My goal is simply to create a comfortable, welcoming space where you can relax and receive whatever guidance Spirit has for you.
If you're coming in for an in person reading, arrive a few minutes early and come with an open mind. Depending on the session, I may light incense, play soft music, or offer you a cup of tea or water while we settle in. If you're comfortable with it, I may also do a brief energetic cleanse or a quick chakra scan before we begin. This isn't required, but sometimes it helps me get a better sense of where your energy is and helps you relax into the session.
Think of it less like sitting down for an interview and more like having a conversation that includes Spirit. There is no pressure to know exactly what to say or have every question perfectly prepared. Some people come with one specific concern they want to focus on, while others simply ask Spirit to lead the entire reading. Both approaches are completely welcome. We'll begin wherever you feel most comfortable and allow the session to unfold naturally.
If you've scheduled a prerecorded video reading, your reading will be completed around your scheduled appointment time. I will record the session privately, interpreting the cards and sharing any messages, impressions, and guidance that come through. Once the reading is complete, you'll receive an email containing a private link to your video, a brief written summary of the reading, and any additional notes that may help you reflect on the messages afterward. Please allow up to 72 hours for Delivery.
To give you time to revisit your reading, prerecorded videos remain available for a limited time. Standard readings are typically available for approximately thirty days, while yearly readings remain available for up to four months. I strongly recommend downloading your video once you receive it so you'll always have your own personal copy.
If you've selected an email reading, you'll receive a written interpretation of your cards along with photographs of your spread. Many clients enjoy this format because they can revisit the messages whenever they like and reflect on them over time.
If you've booked a FaceTime, Zoom, or phone reading, we'll meet at your scheduled appointment time. These sessions are conversational and interactive, allowing you to ask questions as the reading unfolds. I always encourage clients to keep a notebook or journal nearby so they can write down names, dates, symbols, advice, or important messages that stand out during the session.
While I do my best to record live readings whenever possible, recordings cannot always be guaranteed because of technical limitations or platform restrictions. The only readings that are guaranteed to include a recording are the prerecorded video readings that are booked specifically for that purpose.
Above all, give yourself permission to simply be present. You don't have to perform, impress, or have everything figured out before you arrive. This is your time to slow down, listen, ask questions, and receive guidance. My role is simply to help facilitate the conversation between you, Spirit, and the messages that are ready to come forward.
After Your Reading
Give yourself time to reflect. Journal about your experience, revisit your notes or recording, and pay attention to how the guidance unfolds over the coming days and weeks. Sometimes the most meaningful messages continue to reveal themselves long after the session has ended.
Whether you're seeking answers, confirmation, or a new perspective, your reading is an opportunity to reconnect with your intuition and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.