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Reading for oneself.

May 3, 2022 by Anna

Reading for oneself.

Reading for oneself.

I often hear that reading for oneself should be avoided.
I would like to know why.

If you are a dress maker should you not make your own clothes and alterations?

If you are a painter should you hire someone else to paint the walls in your house?

I personally don’t think so.

I read for myself all the time because I appreciate the wisdom I get from the cards.

Also, reading for myself regularly gives me accurate and reliable feed back.
By comparing the cards and my interpretation of them with what actually happened is extremely helpful.
It goes well beyond bolstering my confidence when I got it right, it helps me learn from my mistakes. There are times when in retrospect I can see how the cards were spot on, but their message were lost in translation.

Tarot readers know that each card has many meanings and that we have to find the one that correctly applies to the question and in the contest of the surrounding cards. It is not an easy job.
Consider that what is taught about the cards is often very spiritual, but what we ask of them is often quite mundane.

It is by regular practice and feed back that we become more accurate at interpreting the everyday wisdom we seek.

I always encourage and appreciate clients feed back, but I cannot learn from it to the same degree. I am happy when I hear a client say that I helped them assess a situation wisely, but by then I have forgotten the cards and the ideas and feelings that accompanied them.

There are times when I seek the advice of another reader.
When my questions are about situations that will affect me or my family in a profound way and for a long time, I book an appointment with someone who has no knowledge of my personal situation and has no skin in the game. In other words, I look for someone who can be objective.

Don’t misunderstand me. I am not saying that in those situations reading for oneself is wrong. I simply suggest you seek a second opinion.

Filed Under: Pondering Tagged With: Anna Tasselli Kocher shares her experience with Tarot, learn Tarot in Guelph

Halloween Reflections.

October 27, 2021 by Anna

I woke up in a reflective mood this morning.

At this time of the year, when the change of season is all around us, it becomes easy for me to feel the need to slow down and ponder.

November 1st growing up was the time when my family and I would go to the cemetery to pay respect to the loved ones we had lost.

There we would run into plenty of relatives and our bonds would be re energized.

Around this time of the year, I like to remember those I loved and miss.

During my Halloween reflections I like to ponder on how I have changed and grown through the years.

Today I tried a new Tarot spread I found on http://www.interrobangtarot.com

It is called The Samhain Tarot Spread.

It only requires six cards, but I found it very effective.

What is your favorite spread to use at this time of year?

Filed Under: News

Summer 2021

July 21, 2021 by Anna

Hi everyone.

It has been a while since I last posted. As you can see from the photo of my garden, I have been spending a lot of time outdoors.

Here we are, Summer 2021, things are better than last year, but there is still a lot of uncertainty. I, for one, am trying to decide if it is safe to go to Italy this Fall. I want to see my family and friends, rejuvenate at the seaside, reacquaint my self with Florence, my hometown. I am following the ever changing numbers in Europe, I guess I will decide what to do at the last minute.

Here in Guelph the numbers of cases are very low, the rate of vaccinated people is high. I feel fairly safe.

I have started to offer Tarot readings in person again. I am still taking precautions, reading at a safe distance, clients not touching the cards. I am currently not using the office, because we could not keep a safe distance there. I am reading on the deck and at the dining room table.

I am not offering Reiki yet, I am sorry.

I must say it has been nice to see clients in person again. A few told me they had been hesitant to book on line. They did not know if distance would have affected the quality of the reading. Let me assure you that it does not. Your voice carries your energy and that is all I need.

So, to sum it up, I remain available for Tarot readings on Messenger, Face Time, What’s App and on the phone, plus you can now come to see me in person.

I hope you get to make the most of your Summer, it will be gone before we know it.

 

Filed Under: News

My review of the Giant Rider-Waite Tarot deck.

April 24, 2021 by Anna

My review of the Giant Rider-Waite Tarot deck

The Fool from the Giant Rider-Waite deck and the regular size.

My review of the Giant Rider-Waite Tarot deck.

I have bought my Giant Rider-Waite Tarot deck because I thought it would come in handy when teaching Tarot classes.

What I had not anticipated it is how helpful this deck is when studying, reflecting or meditating on the cards.

Given the size of this deck the pictures are much bigger therefore it becomes easy to notice details that had not caught my eyes before.

I highly recommend it.

Filed Under: Pondering Tagged With: learn Tarot in Guelph, My reviews of books and decks

My review of Gilded Tarot Royale

March 1, 2021 by Anna

I Recently started to work with the Gilded Tarot Royale by Ciro Marchetti.

It is a lovely deck and I like that it is small and easy to shuffle.

It is borderless, which in my opinion is a plus. In the presence of a border I feel like I am looking at the image from the outside. Without it I feel like I am right in it.

I also like the back of the deck, which is pretty, not too busy, and it can work with reversals too.

I also own the Gilded Tarot deck and I find the Royale to be somewhat familiar, but not entirely.
Many of the Gilded Tarot Royale cards are completely different and those that remain true to the Gilded Tarot have also been revisited.

The images are beautiful. The colours are vibrant and there are lots of details.

I like the court cards. They are not traditional, but their associations to the elements are still clear and the figures are relatable.

I am a big fan of Ciro Marchetti and I own several of his Tarot decks.

I am not a collector. I use my decks all the time and I am enjoying getting to know the latest addition to my tool box.

I would not recommend the Gilded Tarot Royale to a beginner, because some of the cards do not contain the well associated symbols found in the RWS deck that most Tarot books refer to.
The Emperor, for example, is depicted standing and missing his cubic throne.

The Hierophant is by himself.

The Lovers shows no angel, trees or snake.

The four of Pentacles is totally different. It shows a lady standing and holding a box or tray in her hands.

I believe that most people familiar with the RWS deck will have no problem reading with this beautiful deck.

To absolute beginners I would suggest to learn with a more traditional deck and then move on to this one if they like.

Last but not least, the deck comes in a small box with a very basic little white book, containing two Tarot spreads.
I am testing the Daily spread, which requires five cards and I like it.

 

Filed Under: Pondering Tagged With: My reviews of books and decks

My review of Tarot No Questions Asked

February 21, 2021 by Anna

Review of Tarot No Questions AskedTarot: No Questions Asked:
Mastering the Art of Intuitive Reading
By Theresa Reed.

I love this book! Let me tell you why.

It is a great resource for beginners as well as experienced readers. I will definitely recommend it to all my students.

Tarot: No Questions asked is a nice size, not too tall, not too thick, very easy to handle.

It covers everything you need to know and without feeling heavy.
Theresa explains numbers, elements, Majors and Minors, even reversals!

She goes through the meaning of each card and provides a Rider Waite Smith image for each. She also gives you exercises to truly familiarize yourself with the cards.

The second part of the book explains the basic of intuition and why it is so important in everyday life.

Theresa teaches you how to recognize the voice of intuition and how to work with it. She provides lots of funny exercises to strengthen yours and grow confident using it.

Theresa also touches on the importance of meditation and suggests a few ways to give it a try.

In Tarot No Questions Asked you will also learn three spreads:
One – Card Draws
Past Present Future
The Celtic Cross

The reading examples show you how Theresa thinks and they are very helpful.

The book is filled with valuable, practical tips. There is even a section for those who are thinking to go pro.

All in all the book flows beautifully. Theresa generously shares her decades of experience as a full time reader. Her tone is friendly, confident and to top it all, she is funny!

I have an extensive Tarot library, Tarot: No Questions Asked, makes a valuable addition.

I only have one complaint. I believe this is one of those books designed to be used frequently and for a very long time, but the cover is already falling apart.  I have had the book for only three days. There is some kind of plastic film on it and it is separating from the cover.

Filed Under: Pondering Tagged With: My reviews of books and decks

Hello again.

January 14, 2021 by Anna

Hello again.

I have kept a very low profile for the past several months.

2020 was stressful for everyone and I was no exception. Some personal health issues drained my energy and I had to focus on me. I am now doing fine and I am eager to reconnect with my readers, students and clients.

Due to the pandemic we are all forced to do things differently and remotely.

I am old school and and low tech.

I am familiar with face book Messenger, WhatsApp and face time. We can do Tarot readings on those platforms and of course by phone. 

I have used Zoom, but I need to do more research before feeling confident enough to offer classes and Tarot Meet Ups on that platform, but I am working on it.

Please tell me what you would like to learn. 

Reversals?

Elements?

How to pose a good Tarot question?

Would you like to learn specific Tarot spreads?

Would you like to learn how to build your own?

Are you interested in taking Tarot 1, 2  and 3 ?

Would you like to focus on the images in the cards and let them speak to you?

 

I am all ears! Talk to me and I will know which courses I should prepare and when I am ready I will announce them.

I have read so many books in 2020, I have learnt so much that I am eager to share

Filed Under: News

Good news.

July 11, 2020 by Anna

Tarot readings on the porch.

Hello everyone!
It has been a while! During this crazy times I have kept a low profile and I stopped my in person readings and Reiki sessions.

Months have passed, we have a better idea of what we are dealing with and the situation in Guelph is fairly good, therefore I have good news.

I am offering Tarot readings in person once again. In order to comply with safety guidelines I am not working from my office. The room is too small to keep the two metres distance.

Tarot readings on the deck.

According to the weather and where the sun is at the time of the appointment, I will be reading from my deck in the back, my porch in the front or in my dining room.
Also for safety reasons I will be the only person touching the cards.

Of course I remain available for readings on Messenger, Face time and by phone. You can book me for a 30 or 60 minute Tarot reading.

In person readings are one hour.

I hope to see you soon, be safe, enjoy the Summer and contact me if you have any questions.

Anna

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Tarot readings in Guelph.

Mother’s day and the Queens.

May 11, 2020 by Anna

In honour of Mother’s day I am going to reflect on the personalities of the Queens.

They are first of all women.
As representations of human beings the queens are multi faceted, but here we will keep it simple.

Mother's day 2020

Celebrating Mother’s day with my kids.

Every woman contains traits of all the queens, but will identify more with one or two of them.
Since life is full of surprises we all end up playing many characters at different stages of our lives.

Let’s start with the Queen of Wands.
She is the most confident. She is the life of the party. She is very active and knows how to live intensely. She is ambitious, warm and affectionate. She is a born leader who goes after what she wants. She works hard but knows how to have fun.
As a mother she is a great role model. She will drive her kids to sport activities and tournaments. She may even be a coach or instructor. She will inspire her kids to dream big and work hard to make their dreams reality.
Her passion is her biggest asset, but she needs to keep it in check to avoid becoming an overbearing prima donna, too arrogant to consider her children’s own needs and desires.

The Queen of Cups is an extremely loving woman.
She likes to feel connected and at peace. She is a good listener and very observant. She likes beauty and harmony. She is creative, sensitive and intuitive. She wants to get along with everyone.
Conflicts drain her and she avoids them as much as possible. She is a very caring and sweet mom. Her kids feel loved and heard. She raises loving, sensitive and compassionate children.
Since she wears her heart on her sleeve and cares so deeply, she easily gets hurt and disillusioned.
By nature she is not likely to directly confront who has done her wrong. She is more likely to get depressed, moody, passive aggressive or manipulative.

The Queen of Pentacles is the most practical queen.
She enjoys simple pleasures. She will cook healthy and tasty meals. She will surround herself with things that look nice and make her life easier. Her home is her castle. It will look nice, warm and welcoming. She loves a full house. She will do her best to give her children love and a stable, comfortable life. Her door is always open to family, friends and pets. She is a beacon of light when life gets stormy. Her favourite sound is laughter.
She needs stability and security and therefore she appreciates a safety net. She will occasionally lose a good, but risky opportunity. She prefers to play it safe. She may appear stingy, too set in her ways, stubborn and reluctant to try new things. She will adapt when she needs to, because she is resilient, but she will fight it first.

Last but not least we have the Queen of Swords.
She is fiercely independent and extremely smart. She is curious, open minded, values logic and fairness. She knows how to communicate effectively. She is not afraid to ask the tough questions or make the difficult choices. She does not need to be a mother to feel fulfilled. She is very ambitious and driven and she can easily dedicate her life to a career she loves or a cause she believes in. As a mother she will raise kids that know how to think for themselves. Who will not be afraid to question authorities, or the way things are done. Human beings that will study hard and search for ways to improve life for everyone. People that know how to stand on their own two feet.
She may lack warmth and sometimes be a tad too harsh and critical.

In my opinion the world needs all these queens and all women should be free to express or try traits of all of them when they see fit.

Let’s celebrate all mothers, but also all the women in our lives.

In conclusion, I apologize for not writing the card of the week for quite some time. We are going through strange times and I find it too hard to guide many with just one card. I hope you understand.
Please stay safe and be well.

Filed Under: Pondering Tagged With: interpretations by Anna Tasselli Kocher, Tarot cards meanings

Nine of Swords

April 6, 2020 by Anna

Nine of Swords from Everyday Witch Tarot.

The Nine of Swords guides us through the week of April 6 to 12, 2020.

The image clearly reflects how many of us feel, and perhaps look right now.

During times of uncertainty it is harder to find the strength and motivation to begin another day.

It is easy to give up, let fears and sadness take over.

This week will most likely give us ample reasons to despair, especially if we keep the news on as background noise.

Let’s remember that the darkest time comes just before dawn.

So concentrate on the sunrise and if you can, soak up some sun in the back yard or on your deck.

Get up, take a shower, get dressed, and tidy up your environment. You will be surprised by how such little steps can lift your spirit.

This too shall pass.

Let’s be grateful for our health, our loved ones and even the time we now have to be present and talk to each other.

Something else we can be grateful for is the advance of technology, which is helping us in so many ways.

Many are able to work from home.
We can order what we need and have it delivered.
Thanks to Cable, WiFi, Netflix and so on hours can fly by.

Imagine how much harder the situation would have been with the technology we had in the 60’s.

So get going!
If you are one of those who can work from home, consider yourself very lucky.

To those who still go out to work everyday I say thank you!
You have good reasons to feel tired, scared and discouraged, but your actions help everyone.
So please be strong. Do everything you can to protect yourself and know that you are appreciated.
You are making a difference and don’t let a few idiots here and there make you think otherwise.

To those who have let fear overcome good judgement and compassion, I say “Wake Up!”
Fear is no excuse to stock pile and leave empty shelves to others.
There is no excuse to be rude to those still working with the public. None.

So let us be kind to ourselves and to others.

We are all a bit scared and confused, but if you are reading this it means you are alive, so let’s be grateful for that.

Call your loved ones, forgive and forget.
Express your affection.
Revisit your priorities.

May love prevail over fear and selfishness.
May the lucky ones find the strength to support and comfort the others.
Rise, get dressed and find reasons to smile throughout the day.
I will try to do the same.

Filed Under: News, Pondering Tagged With: interpretations by Anna Tasselli Kocher, Nine of Swords

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Reading for oneself.

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Halloween Reflections.

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