Focus is probably one of the things that our routine might lack today. In a world full of distractions of all kinds, it becomes more and more difficult to concentrate on daily tasks, keep up with the schedule, and be on time everywhere. It is not a surprise that archiving our goals becomes equally challenging. Luckily, we have tarot – an effective tool to gain clarity, self-reflect, and stay aligned with all the values and goals that matter. For you exclusively, we’ve composed a quick guide on how to use the cards to focus on things that are important.
Get Mental Clarity
If for some reason, you feel stuck or find it hard to make a decision, tarot can help you get out of the mental trap. Just shuffle the deck, pull a card, and reveal all the subconscious blocks, hidden fears, as well as distractions that keep you away from things that matter to you or your loved ones. For example, if you draw The Moon, chances are the card signals confusion while The Sun indicates renewed focus and clarity.
Identify What’s Most Important
In times when overwhelming seems to take over, tarot can become your guiding light that helps clarify priorities. For a more complex reading session, one can approach experts or any other platform. However, a one-card or three-card pull is something that you can do on your own. This quick solo reading session will provide you with an instant insight into what you have to focus on and direct your energy. Do you see the Ace of Pentacles? The card informs it’s time to focus on your financial stability. The Lovers, in turn, suggest that your relationship requires most of your attention and energy.
Set Goals & Intentions
When it comes to the intention-setting procedure, tarot does its job like no other! Start a new habit of pulling a tarot card every morning. This simple ritual will help you set the general theme for the upcoming day and plan (and focus!) your to-dos accordingly. Is your daily draw featuring The High Priestess? Follow your intuition and trust your inner voice. Is it the Knight of Wands? Bold action should be on the agenda! If you draw the Queen of Cups, this card might signal that it’s time to focus on emotional well-being.
Combat Distractions & Stop Procrastinating
The roots of procrastination go in the lack of clear direction. When you perform a tarot reading session (even if it’s just a one or three-card pull), you can get a better idea of what keeps you distracted and off track. Is it The Seven of Cups? You’re probably too overwhelmed by gazillions of choices. Using the divination tool, you can push away all the noise life throws at you and focus your energy on the things that you need most.
Get Motivated & Find Inspos
More often than not, we lack focus because the level of our inspiration leaves a lot to be desired. Tarot cards can bring your passion back by taking your strengths and hidden opportunities to the surface. To be more precise, if you pull The Chariot, the card may remind you to keep on moving and be determined while The Star might become the inspo for renewal and hope.
Hone Your Self-Discipline
Self-discipline and focus go hand in hand, don’t you think? Tarot cards can help you boost your self-discipline by serving as daily reminders of all the goals you’ve been dreaming of achieving. Shuffle the deck, pull the card, and if, let’s say, you see The Emperor, consider it the reminder of order and structure, both encouraging you to never forget about all of your commitments.
Stop Overthinking and Feeling Anxious
Anxiety might be the reason for the absence of a clear focus. Uncertainty, in turn, is often what stands behind anxiety. With a divination tool at hand, you can find reassurance and perspective you’ve lost somewhere in the middle of routine issues. As for the cards, The Night of Swords, for example, might suggest worry while Temperance may highlight peace of mind and balance, helping you to find strength to navigate your daily concerns.
Make Better Decisions
Making better and informed decisions is an essential skill that a lot of people lack. To help yourself get better at making critical decisions (especially in response to sensitive events), interpret cards on a regular basis. Not only will you learn to trust your judgment and intuition, but you’ll also get more rational. In case of better decision-making, Justice can be the signal of rational thinking and fairness, helping you consider and clearly weigh all the options.
Start with the Basic (Simple) Tarot Spreads
When in need to re-find your focus, make sure to start from the simple one or three-card spreads. Do not rack your brain over challenging (philosophical) questions but rather do the spread for here and now. Here’s how you can do that:
- Pull card #1 as the answer to the ‘What is it that I have to concentrate on at the moment?’ question. Take it as your most crucial priority now.
- Pull card #2 as the answer to the ‘What are my biggest distractions now?’ question. Consider it as something that is pulling you away from your values and goals.
- Pull card #3 as the answer to the ‘What should I do to stay on track?’ question. It is your personal guidance on how to stay focused provided by the tarot spirits.
More Than a Mystical Practice…
That’s what tarot cards are about. In addition to being one of the popular instruments to peep into the future, the deck can serve as a tool for gaining clarity, self-awareness, and a ‘roadmap’ for a more intentional living. As you make cards part of your daily life, you can finally have reliable comrades to combat distractions, be clear about what it is that you would like to achieve, and focus (finally!) on what is important for you. It doesn’t matter what you’re looking for now – inspiration, motivation, direction, or clarity – use tarot to reconnect with your inner self and your purpose to continue your journey.