Tarot for the Modern Reader

S02 Ep023 - I have a question in my facebook group, Tarot for the Modern Reader that asks "What is your BIGGEST struggle with reading Tarot cards?" With over 1000 responses, I have gotten the same 4 over and over and over again. One of them being, "How to tell the story in the cards"- how to weave the narrative that plays out by relating what all of the cards mean together as a symbiotic whole. If this is something you struggle with too, or just want to hear what the other 3 Biggest Struggles are, then I hope you will join me on this week's episode where I share what this issue really stems from, and how tackling this, will ultimately help you overcome each of the other biggest struggles that were reported as well!https://www.tarotliza.com/s02-ep023-how-to-tell-the-story-in-the-cards

S02 Ep022 - Jupiter, the planet of abundance is about to leave spiritual Pisces and dive head-long into powerhouse Aries! This is the sign ruled by the Emperor. Our lives are all about to get a lot busier! So this week, let's talk about how we can use the Emperor's energy to be the BOSS in our own lives.The kings in the tarot are really the personification of the Emperor in 4 domains of our daily lives. I'll show you how to use the Emperor and his kings as your guide to help you achieve the life you are meant to live! You'll uncover how each king shows up in your life (and where!) and learn how to take that king's energy and embody it as your own! I include 4 card spreads (straight out of the Master the Court spread vault) to work DIRECTLY with each king!*What will it be like to get a handle on your finances rather than having THEM control YOU?*What about your most important relationships? How can you show up for them and feel good in return?*Where are you a true leader? Maybe this is hidden from you right now- Uncover your true gifts you're meant to share with the world!*How can you create a stable life that supports you without leaving you and those around you feeling as if life is all rules and no fun?https://www.tarotliza.com/s02-ep022-how-to-be-the-boss-of-your-life-by-embodying-your-inner-tarot-kings

S02 Ep021 - Have you never noticed how many cards in your deck feature animals? Spoiler alert- in the RWS deck, it's 33! That's nearly half the deck! What does this mean? In the artwork of our decks, the animals are seen as symbols, they represent more than just something cute or interesting to look at. As a matter of fact, every animal has it's own attributes that make it unique, and it's own spiritual meaning as well. Nearly none of the animals on your cards are placed there by accident or just to improve the artwork of the card or give you something interesting to look at.Like all of the symbols on your cards, they have meaning. From the larger-than-life horses of the knights, to the smallest or most obscure (do you happen to know which RWS card features a bunny?), they all have great meaning and insight into our cards, and ultimately our readings, to offer us. Listen in to this episode where I share about all of the animals featured in the RWS deck, what they mean, and how you can interpret the animals in whatever deck you choose to read with!https://www.tarotliza.com/s02-ep021-animal-symbols-and-their-meanings-in-the-tarot

S02 Ep020 - So you've heard me say that metaphysical systems do not exist in a vacuum once or twenty times right?? ​In this week's episode, I share what Taurus season brings, how it differs and builds upon the season of Aries that we just left, and what cards I expect to see more of in my readings (besides the two in the title)!I also share how you can work with this season and these cards constructively- how to take ownership of the cycle we are in, and actively use it in your life to accomplish more. The world is cyclical, and there is a season to everything. No need to try and swim against the current. In this episode I share the current themes of the season, how you can best swim WITH the current to achieve more, and how to truly enjoy Taurus season- because enjoyment IS a major theme of Taurus season!https://tarotliza.com/s02-ep020-taurus-season-with-the-empress-and-the-hierophant

S01 Ep019 - Did you know there are astrological symbols hiding in plain sight in the tarot? Each card in the Tarot is associated with a corresponding astrological sign, planet, or both.This likely isn't a surprise to you, after all, metaphysical disciplines rarely exist in a vacuum. As a matter of fact, with a slower, second look, we can see evidence of all kinds of other disciplines throughout our tarot decks, from astrology to numerology, Kabbalah to Christianity and more. In this episode, I'll show you how to find new meaning in your cards, by uncovering fresh insights into the symbols, glyphs and icons, that have been there all along.https://tarotliza.com/s01-ep019-astrological-symbols-hiding-in-plain-sight-in-the-tarot

S01 Ep018 - Astrology is a big part of the Tarot. Metaphysical disciplines don't exist in a vacuum. Each is related to, and intertwined with many other disciplines. In today's episode I want to share with you a little about how astrology and tarot can work together, and specifically, the Major Arcana. There are 22 Major Arcana. There are also 12 signs and 10 planetary bodies- again 22. This is no coincidence. Using the astrology of the tarot major arcana is a great way to read for timing. A card can indicate a time of year (such as a Taurus season) or a transit of that particular associated planet. Join me in this episode to learn which cards go with which signs or planets, and add another layer of meaning to your cards.  Be prepared to take your readings to another level!https://tarotliza.com/s01-ep018-astrology-of-the-tarot-major-arcana

S01 Ep017 - Tarot birth cards are the cards that correspond to your birth date. They utilize your birthdate the same way numerology does to help you understand the unique patterns and blueprint of your life. With Tarot, we take that one step further, and relate your number to its corresponding Major Arcana cards. This matters for all of us, because our cards, are a major clue about how we approach life, problem solve the issues that our tarot readings uncover, and teach us about the major lessons we are here to learn in this lifetime. Do you know yours? You also have a new personal year card that acts as a focal card of lessons and opportunities for the year for you each and every year as well! In this episode we are going to cover what Tarot birth card constellations are and how to calculate your own!https://tarotliza.com/s01-ep017-tarot-birth-and-year-cards

S01 Ep016 - The Wheel of Fortune, The World and the tetramorphs. How often have you, as a reader, noticed the similarities between the Wheel of Fortune and The World cards? And what exactly ARE tetramorphs? As it “turns” out, these two cards are far more similar than we may have originally taken much notice of. Join me in this episode where I share the similarities of these two cards, as well as uncover everything you could ever want to know about the fantastical beasts, the tetramorphs, that grace the four corners of both of these cards!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep016-the-wheel-of-fortune-the-world-and-the-tetramorphs

S01 Ep015 - The Four Cardinal Virtues. We've all heard that term, but how familiar are you with what they are and how we practice them? The four cardinal virtues were first proposed by Plato in The Republic and were used to describe the qualities that would make a good city. Today we think of the four cardinal virtues as the bedrock of good character. But did you know that you can also find these four cardinal virtues in the tarot? Of course, because the Major Arcana seems to hold the mysteries and wisdom of life. Join me in this episode where I draw the relationship between 4 seemingly unrelated cards,  uncover where our 4 cardinal virtues are hiding in plain sight in the tarot, and what this means in our readings today!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep015-the-four-cardinal-virtues-in-the-tarot

S01 Ep014 - Do you use Tarot Significators? If so, how? Well that's what today's topic is going to cover, we're talking all about the 5W's (and the how!) of tarot significators.  If you're fairly new to tarot, you may have read about tarot signficators in your books. This is a topic that doesn't get discussed as much these days, but I consider it important to understand, since much of the older literature references them. I also have one important reason I like to use tarot signifcators, and I'll share it with you in this article. Join me in this episode where I'll share with you exactly how I've upgraded the practice of using significators in my readings, and why I think it's an invaluable tool in a modern day reading practice!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep014-tarot-significators-the-who-what-where-when-and-why

S01 Ep013 - To Reverse or Not to Reverse? In Tarot, THAT is the question. This is a hot topic in the world of Tarot!  When learning to read the Tarot, one of the very first questions we find ourselves asking is, "Do I read reversals, and if so, HOW??" With 78 cards and meanings that already encompass lots of "sub-meanings" each, it can be extremely daunting to think about learning 78 more!  But is that REALLY the case? Join me in this episode where I share the different ways to read reversals, and why it does NOT include memorizing 78 additional card meanings!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep013-to-reverse-or-not-to-reverse

S01 Ep012 - Tricky cards come up in our tarot readings time and again. This episode is going to cover 3 specific tricky card situations you will find yourself dealing with, and help you navigate each of them with ease. To clarify, I don't believe there are "good" or "bad" cards. There are simply 78 cards, each representing different energies, that we may PERCEIVE as good or bad. But ultimately, energy just IS. And ANY of those energies could be the right one in a given situation, regardless of how we perceive it. So let go of the idea that a card is good or bad, and join me to learn how to navigate some of the trickier scenarios that will pop up in your readings!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep012-3-tricky-cards-and-how-to-confidently-read-each

S01 Ep011 - Using and creating the right spreads is not as tricky or daunting as it sounds. As a matter of fact, by the time you reach the end of this episode, I think you'll be ready and excited to create your own! Whether you find the right spread to use, or you create one yourself, depends on a few factors. Join me to learn when to use a tried-and-true, versatile spread you keep in your back pocket for nearly any occasion, and when to create something new, unique and completely hand-tailored to the exact situation. It's not as hard as you might think!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep011-using-and-creating-the-right-spreads-for-every-reading

S01 Ep010 - We all want to give the best readings ever right? We want to be so spot-on with our insights, delivering genius answers that wow our querent and stuns them with our accuracy! We want every reading to be an EPIC reading, with the sitter saying "how did you KNOW that?!?" Giving a great reading is about knowing what's important in a reading, and knowing how to set yourself up for success to begin with. It starts with all of the things you do BEFORE you ever even shuffle the cards!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep010-5-fail-proof-tips-every-reader-needs-for-an-accurate-reading

S01 Ep009 - When it comes to Tarot, the cards are deep, the imagery is rich and the symbolism is plentiful! A reading consisting of even just one card can yield such a depth of nuanced information. Yet there will be those readings, many times in your practice, when someone will ask you a specific question and will be looking for a one word answer. Just one word. Yes. Or No. Join me to learn a few strategies to effectively answer Yes, or No, without second-guessing the answer!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep009-3-ways-to-give-an-accurate-yes-no-reading

S01 Ep008 - Free readings. Should you give them as a tarot reader? There is no right or wrong answer, and there is a place for everything. There are times when readers will give a free tarot reading, and there are times when it might be better not to give a free tarot reading. Let's explore these and see what's right for you! Just to note, most readings are never truly "free".https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep008-free-readings-should-you-give-them

S01 Ep007 - What kind of reader are you? Are you reading for prediction, or are you reading for empowerment? Some people will claim that Tarot is fortune-telling, a fun party trick. That reading Tarot is all about reading for predictions. Others will take a serious tone and tell you that the real gold lies in reading for empowerment, meaning, for advice, or self-development. Join me for an in-depth look at both reading styles and to learn how and why BOTH are important and deserve a role in your readings!https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep007-reading-for-prediction-vs-reading-for-empowerment

S01 Ep006 - Have you ever gotten a reversed court card? Reading court cards successfully is hard enough for most tarot readers. What do you do when you receive a Court Card in a reading, but it's in reverse? Assuming you read reversals, then this post is for you. Although court cards can be challenging, in this episode I break it down to be as easy as possible. This one is like a mini-training, with LOTS of specifics for you. I reveal how I read each rank, based on where it's located in the spread along with what it means if it's me (the seeker) someone else in the seekers life, or a situation. Bring a pen and paper and get ready to up your court card game!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep006-reversed-court-cards

S01 Ep005 - Typically, Court Cards are some of the most difficult cards for many readers to understand and interpret. Why? Because there are so many and they can be very similar. We have 16 cards that fall into a 4x4 matrix, where every card is similarly related to 3 other cards in one way (by Suit), and then to 3 other cards in another way (by Rank). All of a sudden, your head starts to spin a little and everything starts to look the same. Join me in this episode where I break down the many meanings for each of the ranks. Learn the exact differences between the Pages and Knights or the Knights vs. the Kings, so you can identify what they are  there to tell you when one (or more!) shows up in your readings!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep005-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-court-card-ranks

S01 Ep004 - Turn to the back of any tarot book, and the go-to spread is the Celtic Cross. But this spread is a beast with ten cards and, while it may be the most common spread, it doesn't mean it's best suited to beginners! We want more info than a basic past/present/future 3 card reading, but ten is just too much for most everyday situation. Introducing, the Mini Celtic Cross! Listen in as I share with you my GO-TO SPREAD that has been time-tested and sitter approved, with hundreds if not thousands of readings. With 5 cards, it's a hands-down favorite, hitting that sweet spot of getting all of the important information, and none of the fluff. Card overwhelm and reading paralysis avoided! Add this gem to your arsenal now!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep004-why-the-celtic-cross-is-not-for-beginners-and-what-to-use-instead

S01 Ep003 - With 78 cards, how many times have you tried, and found it daunting, almost impossible, to memorize EVERY meaning for EVERY card?  You don't want to have to keep referring back to a BOOK during your readings. Yikes! Nothing says, "I'm totally new at this", or "I don't know what I'm doing" then having to hold a book in one hand while you flip cards with the other! Have no fear- my Keyword method is here! Have a listen now to learn how keywords can help you become a more confident reader, and how to quickly and easily steal my chart, or create your own!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep003-keywords-how-to-jumpstart-your-intuition-and-gain-confidence-in-your-readings

S01 Ep002 - In this episode for newer readers, we do a deep-dive on how to get started with tarot reading. I break it ALL down and leave NOTHING out. I share how to choose your first deck, and care for it, including my favorite methods for cleansing your deck, as well as how to charge, bless and store your deck properly, along with getting to know your deck, including doing a deck interview. I also cover how to shuffle and lay the cards, how and why to use spreads, how to choose a question (and should you use questions?), how and where to derive your meanings from, and lastly what to do after your readings. If you're a new reader, listen now to learn my start-to-finish beginner tarot tutorial!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep002-so-you-want-to-be-a-tarot-card-reader

S01 Ep001 - It's officially Spring! Spring is the time for birth and renewal. The Spring Equinox ushers in this fresh exciting new energy. It also ushers in the Wands energy in the Tarot. Wands are represented by Fire energy, which burns away the old and brings in the new. Listen to this episode to understand how and why you'll likely see more Wands cards in your readings, and what that means! We also take a deep dive through the suit of Wands!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://www.tarotliza.com/s01ep001-spring-and-the-suit-of-wands

S01 Trailer - Tarot for the Modern Reader is for aspiring or seasoned tarotists who want to learn the tips and tricks for great readings. Whether you're reading for yourself or others, you'll learn actionable steps so that you can confidently read tarot in today's modern world. Come behind the scenes in this first episode and meet Liza, nursing school drop-out turned professional tarot reader and teacher who will teach you practical techniques you can use in your readings to not only help you understand the tarot better, but to also help you interpret your readings more accurately, so that you can get real answers, for real people, including yourself, in real life situations.  Come along as we take your tarot reading skills, and your confidence, to the next level, so you can read for yourself and others with ease. Hit subscribe now and get ready to become the best tarot reader you know!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://tarotliza.com/s01-ep000-introducing-the-tarot-for-the-modern-reader-podcast