Okay, so I wanted to get into this whole “Yule Tarot Spread” thing. I’ve heard it called a “Winter Solstice Tarot Spread” too. Basically, it’s like a special way to do a tarot reading around the time of Yule, which is the winter solstice. I figured, why not give it a shot? It’s supposed to be all about change and renewal, which sounds pretty cool.
First, I gotta get my tarot deck ready. I mean, I just picked a standard Rider-Waite deck ‘cause it is what I am familar with. Then, I found a quiet spot in my house, lit a candle, you know, to set the mood. I spent a few minutes just chilling, taking deep breaths, trying to clear my head. You don’t want any random thoughts messing up your reading, right?

So, I shuffled the cards while thinking about Yule and the whole idea of new beginnings. Then, I laid out the cards in the specific spread I chose. It’s one that’s supposed to be good for reflecting on the past year and looking ahead to the new one. Here’s how it went:
- Card 1: What did the past year teach me?
- Card 2: What am I leaving behind?
- Card 3: What am I embracing?
- Card 4: What should I focus on during the winter months?
- Card 5: What will the new year bring?
I laid out the cards one by one, taking my time to really look at each one and think about what it might mean in the context of the question. For example, when I drew the “What did the past year teach me?” card, I got The Tower. Whoa, right? But after thinking about it, I realized it made sense. This past year has been full of unexpected changes and shake-ups, and it’s taught me to be more resilient and adaptable.
I went through each card like that, jotting down my thoughts in my journal. I use this journal for a while for my tarot readings. Some of the cards were easy to interpret, others were a bit trickier. But that’s the fun of tarot, right? It’s like a puzzle, and you get to figure out what it means for you.
The Real Deal
After I finished the spread, I spent some time just reflecting on the whole reading. I thought about how the different cards connected to each other and what the overall message might be. It was actually pretty insightful! I feel like I have a better sense of what I want to focus on in the coming months and what kind of energy I want to bring into the new year.
Honestly, this whole Yule Tarot Spread thing was way more meaningful than I expected. It’s not just about predicting the future or whatever. It’s more about taking some time to reflect and connect with yourself on a deeper level. I definitely recommend giving it a try, especially if you’re into tarot or just looking for a way to mark the winter solstice in a meaningful way. Just do it!