Okay, so the other day I decided to do a full moon tarot reading. I’d been feeling a bit off, you know, like I needed some clarity or something. It was November 15th, and I remember reading somewhere that there was a full moon in Taurus, also known as the Beaver Moon. Sounds cool, right?
So, I got everything ready. I lit some candles, because why not? It makes the whole thing feel more serious, I guess. And then I set out my tarot cards. I’ve had these cards for a while now, and I really like them. They’re just a standard deck, but I feel a connection to them. Maybe it’s just me, but I think it’s important to like your tools, whatever you’re doing.

I shuffled the cards, thinking about what I wanted to get out of the reading. I wasn’t looking for anything specific, just some general guidance. Like, what’s going on with me? What should I be focusing on? That kind of thing. I cut the deck into three piles, and then put them back together, just like I read you’re supposed to do.
Start the reading
I started by laying out the cards in a simple three-card spread, one of those spreads I saw online. Past, present, future. Easy peasy. I know there are tons of different spreads you can do, but I like this one. It’s straightforward and seems to work for me.
The first card, the past, was the Two of Cups. I kinda laughed when I saw it. It’s all about partnerships and connections. And yeah, I’ve been thinking a lot about my relationships lately, both romantic and platonic. It felt pretty spot on, like the cards were saying, “Yeah, we know what’s been on your mind.”
The second card, the present, was The Hierophant. This one was a bit trickier for me to interpret. It represents tradition, institutions, and learning. It got me thinking about where I am in my life right now and the things I’m learning. Maybe it means I’m on the right path, or maybe it’s a sign that I should seek out some guidance from someone older or wiser. I’m still not totally sure, but it’s something I’ve been pondering.
The third card, the future, was the Six of Pentacles. This card is about generosity, giving, and receiving. It made me feel hopeful. Maybe it means good things are coming my way, or maybe it’s a reminder to be generous with my time and energy. Either way, it felt like a positive sign.
My sign
- I also looked up my zodiac sign, just out of curiosity. I’m a Cancer, and apparently, the full moon in Taurus can be a pretty intense time for water signs like me. Emotional stuff, you know? It made sense, considering how I’d been feeling.
- I looked up what it said about my big three: Sun, Moon, and Rising signs.
After the reading, I spent some time just reflecting on the cards and what they might mean for me. I wrote down some notes in my journal, just to get my thoughts out. It was a good experience, overall. It didn’t magically solve all my problems or anything, but it gave me some things to think about. And sometimes, that’s all you need, right? A little nudge in the right direction.

I think I’ll do another reading during the next full moon. It’s kind of become a little ritual for me, something to look forward to. Plus, it’s just a fun way to connect with myself and maybe tap into something bigger. Who knows, maybe there’s something to this whole tarot thing after all. Even if there isn’t, it’s a good way to get in touch with my feelings and think about my life. And those are good things to do, no matter what.