You don't need to know the difference between a three-card and a Celtic cross spread to get the most out of a tarot card reading. All you need: your Sun sign! Here's what I do: Shuffle my tarot deck and pull out the cards in order from Aries to Pisces, plus one general card for everyone so that you can get specific advice around your personality. Let’s go!
A GENERAL CARD FOR EVERYONE: NINE OF WANDS
Time always wins in the end, and sometimes time actually works for us. We gain experience, wisdom, intuition, and knowledge over time, without even realizing it. The Nine of Wands is a reminder of this. You can trust yourself to overcome something your inner critic has been telling you that you can’t handle. The Nine of Wands assures you that you can handle it. You can do this! You have everything you need, it’s all there waiting to be used. Go prove it to yourself.
ARIES: SEVEN OF SWORDS
You don’t owe anyone an explanation an excuse. When people start questioning you, go silent and walk away. I know that might sound harsh, but it’s better than getting into a no-win shouting match with someone who doesn’t actually care what you say. They just want an audience and a drama to share with others. Don’t let that happen at your expense. The Seven of Swords gives you permission to spot the haters and swerve them. Adios.
TAURUS: QUEEN OF WANDS
When you have a goal, you feel invincible and empowered. It’s like a secret superpower. You know what you’re up to, where you’re headed, and what you’re about… but they don’t! Seize upon a new goal this week, Taurus, and embrace a purpose that inspires you. The Queen of Wands suggests travel, education, creativity, or a lifestyle change. This is an activity you can do daily, and it will yield fast results. This is a win/win!
GEMINI: TWO OF SWORDS
Some people think Geminis are bad at making up their minds. I don’t agree with that. I DO think Geminis know how to CHANGE their mind, but that’s another story. This week, though, you need to both make up your mind and stick to whatever you decide (for at last the next two weeks)! Procrastination is not the answer; it only makes the situation worse. There are no wrong answers. You can’t predict the future. Just get on with it and pick an option.
CANCER: ACE OF PENTACLES
You're ready to play the long game. You have a long-term goal in mind. You know there are no shortcuts to get there; it’s simply going to take hard work and, frankly, that’s okay with you. In fact, it helps shape your year ahead and gives you something to aim for. This is a purpose you can use as a guiding light when you’re met with new opportunities. The Ace of Pentacles asks you to take at least a year-long perspective. Focus this goal on health, wealth, work, or home. You are building a strong foundation.
LEO: THE HERMIT
Cancel your plans, seek solitude, and be alone. This isn’t a punishment or something negative, Leo. In fact, you should think of this week as a time-out from the chaotic world around you. The Hermit wants you rested, relaxed, rejuvenated, and ready for hard work. This is the hiatus. It’s not just about deep rest, though. There is something you can be researching, pressure testing, and designing this week. Maybe it's your strategy or plan of attack. Reflect on what you’re doing and where you’re heading. Create a revamped plan. Then, come out of hiding and be ready to make waves!
VIRGO: PAGE OF CUPS
Be gentle with yourself this week, Virgo. You're always on top of your commitments and to-do list. You like to show up in the right place at the right time to do the right thing. Take a load off this week with the childlike Page of Cups. He sees the world with enchanted eyes. Everything is fun and special. Every experience has potential. Be like him and take a break from your schedule. Just have fun.
LIBRA: ACE OF WANDS
Time to turn the page and start a new story, Libra. The Ace of Wands brings a fresh start. This is something inspiring and exciting, something you might have dabbled with before but didn’t get chance to really explore fully. Well, the time has come! This might be linked to travel, creativity, or education. You might want to start learning a language, taking art classes, joining a psychic circle, booking a summer vacation, signing up for a hiking or running challenge, or committing to cooking from scratch all week. Whatever it is, make it fun.
SCORPIO: THE WORLD
Every success is a "little death" because something has been achieved, and therefore, it's over. There’s nothing sad about this; it’s just the cycle of life, the ebb and flow of endings and beginnings. The World asks you to look at where you’re nearing completion and to consider what comes next. Is this the end? Or just a stage in the longer quest? Are you ready for a new mission? Or are you putting something off because you’re not sure what comes after?
SAGITTARIUS: THE HIGH PRIESTESS
You are a deeply philosophical and worldly person. You love to theorize and read up on the big-picture ideas about life, the universe, the future, etc. The High Priestess sees you enjoying a week of truly enlightening thinking and discussion. You feel attuned to the energies around you, the unseen forces of the world, and the true stories of people you meet. You want to soak it all in, ruminate on the meaning, and find new truths. Enjoy!
CAPRICORN: STRENGTH
Others think of you as being strong because you’re stoic and resilient. They see your tough outer shell, your determination, and your fortitude. But they don't know the true depths of your strength: Your compassion, wisdom, mercy, and humility. You are much more sensitive than anyone realizes, and this week, you might like to share a little of that vulnerability. Maybe someone who is struggling needs to hear that you sometimes struggle too. You are more of an example than you know. Go share your wisdom and help someone in need, just by telling them your story.
AQUARIUS: THE EMPRESS
Focus on the people, places, and pets closest to your heart. The Empress reminds us that our relationships make our world go round. Don’t lose sight of the people you love and like; don’t take their presence for granted. Lean closer to home this week and make time, space, and commitments to spend time with loved ones (especially family members). This will be healing, joyful, insightful, and restoring.
PISCES: SEVEN OF CUPS
Your vivid imagination is probably your greatest cosmic gift, so use it! The Seven of Cups sees you in full flow this week. Ideas and fantasies are flying in, creative insights and approaches come naturally, and out-the-box inventions and innovations emerge out of nowhere. Don’t pretend to be rational, logical, practical, and conventional, like all the others. Show them your imagination, Pisces! You are unique and they need to see it.
Kerry Ward
Tarot Reader
Kerry Ward has been reading and teaching tarot for over 25 years, and alongside her work as Horoscope contributor for Cosmopolitan UK, has worked for Cosmopolitan US, too. You can book a personal, written tarot reading with her, which comes as a beautifully illustrated brochure, while she is also the published author of Power Purpose Practice, Card of the Day Tarot and The Good Karma Tarot. She also created the Crystal Magic Tarot deck. Follow her on Instagram @mytarotbella for weekly forecasts, insights, and tarot teachings, or find her on LinkedIn.
