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TAROT SPREAD

Past — Present — Direction

The classic three-card spread. It shows where a situation came from, where you stand now and where it is heading if things keep moving the same way. A good start for questions about how something is developing.

3cards
~3minutes
5credits
1
2
3

What each position means

1

Past

An earlier event, influence or habit that the situation grew from.

2

Present

The main energy or problem of the moment.

3

Direction

Where things are heading if nothing changes. A tendency to notice, not a verdict.

When to choose this spread

A good choice when

  • you want to understand how a situation has been developing,
  • something is changing at work, in a relationship or in you,
  • you want a clear answer in a few minutes,
  • you ask about direction rather than a choice.

Better pick another one when

  • you are choosing between two clear options → Two Paths
  • the matter has many threads and needs wide context → Celtic Cross

Example questions

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