Tarot For All Time - an Intuitive Guide by Sue Ellen Kolman

3-Card Reading for P.B.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
December 5, 2020December 5, 2020

P.B. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” P.B. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. If we include the summary card, there are three fives in this mini-reading, one of which is a member of the Major Arcana, so we know that this request for insight focuses on the freedom to choose and there is some connection to P.B.’s agenda for this lifetime, not just her/his everyday life. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the Ace of Pentacles, a triumph of integrity. You walk your talk, P.B., and adhere to the highest values and integrity. You are an inspiration to others and hold to a standard that requires others to raise their own vibration in order to be consistent with yours. This is the only ace in the tarot deck that does not automatically shower blessings into others’ lives. It represents the highest possible values and priorities, and those who align with it will always triumph.

The spotlight is now on the Hierophant, sometimes called the High Priest. You have access to the secrets and information contained in the higher realms and act as a source of guidance to those who come to you for help. With great power comes great responsibility, so you must choose your words carefully to be of service and give helpful advice, not just blurt out whatever you tune into. It is this ability to be a helpful advisor that allows your words to be a blessing to those who hear them.

The spotlight is moving toward the five of wands, choosing to keep on playing or to leave. You’re the one in the hat, P.B. Right about now, you are wondering if you’re getting picked on because you’re different or if the group can expand its consciousness to include you. Was this even a good idea to play with these guys? Can I/ do I fit in? Do I add something to this group? All the fives in the tarot deck speak of choosing, and this one shows up when you are super aware that you’re different, and you wonder if anyone wants to be your friend. The advice of the card is to hang in there for a bit longer because you are earning the respect of the others by being able to take it as well as dish it out. Your difference adds value to the group.

The summary card is the five of cups, acknowledging someone or something is missing. Again, the five nature of the card asks you to choose to limit your sadness by recognizing that resource is always at hand, and you still have two cups that are full. It’s time to move forward and either replace and/or refill the other cups. Do not allow your sense of loss to devolve into self-pity and keep you stuck. Taken as a whole, this reading seems to be reinforcing your integrity and your gifts and telling you not to give up.

Does this make sense? I hope it was helpful.
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3-Card Reading for A.T.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
November 28, 2020December 7, 2020

A.T. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” A.T. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. There are two cups and two tens in the first group of three cards, so we know that this request for insight focuses on A.T.’s feelings, emotions, relationships, and psychic abilities plus the need to use discernment. There is just one member of the Major Arcana, so the context for these insights is A.T.’s everyday life with a mild connection to her/his soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the four of cups, ignoring or not being aware of an opportunity that is presenting itself. This is usually one of the most frustrating cards in the deck because it tells you, A.T., that you are resting/seated with your hands crossed over your heart, and your eyes are cast downward. You are keeping your energy contained and protecting your heart. You don’t want to get hurt (again). The three cups that you already own are lined up in front of you, and there is a space saved for the fourth one that will complete the foundation you have begun to build. That’s the one that is being offered to you now, but you must raise your eyes to become aware of it and unblock your heart to feel what it is. Please don’t drive yourself crazy trying to figure out what exactly is in that cup or how well it will fit with the others, but allow yourself to be open and somewhat vulnerable so that you can at least see that it’s there, or you will remain stuck under that tree and the opportunity may pass you by.

The spotlight is now on the ten of cups, the need to use discernment as to whom you will include in the group you call “family.” With whom will you be open and vulnerable? With whom will you share the fruits of your labors? Given the first card in the reading, it would appear that someone has been available for a while. Who will be your new friend? Choose the one who is right for you.

The spotlight is moving toward the Wheel of Fortune, which is usually associated with good and bad luck, depending on where you land. Please remember that luck is often defined as where preparedness meets opportunity. This wheel keeps spinning and holds the challenges you selected to meet and overcome in this lifetime; you set these up before you incarnated, and your higher self keeps bringing you into situations that you requested so that you can master them and remove them from the wheel. If you fail to master them, they stay on the wheel, and you can have another chance the next time they come around. This is often where we find patterns of situations and/or behaviors, so it is helpful to look for “themes” that have been in your life up to this point. For example, if you seem to attract friends who like to criticize you, you may have wanted to learn how to approve of yourself instead of depending on others for approval.

The summary card is the seven of pentacles, the (heavy sigh) gardener. Although you are focused on the past when life was easier, simpler, and more fun, you are more than capable of producing the same and/or better results with the skills and materials that are in your hands today. You are being asked to be here now, be fully present, and believe in your abilities.

3-Card Reading for T.W.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
November 21, 2020November 21, 2020

T.W. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” T.W. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. All of the first three cards are cups, so we know that this request for insight focuses on T.W.’s feelings, emotions, relationships, and psychic abilities. Because there are no members of the Major Arcana in this reading, the context for these insights is T.W.’s everyday life rather than her/his soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the three of cups, the celebration card. You have come to a place in your life, T.W., where you must take a break, look back, see where you are now, and celebrate how far you have come. You have a tendency to be achievement-oriented and always feel you should be doing something to make a dent in the next item on your to-do list, but it is of the utmost importance that you acknowledge what you have completed and who you are right now instead of focusing on what is still left to do. Even if you are in the middle of challenging circumstances, if you have grown and expanded over the past year, there is reason to be grateful and happy. Be sure to invite others to participate in the celebration as well so that they will be comfortable following your example and including you in their own celebrations.

The spotlight is now on the ten of cups, the need to use discernment as to whom you allow into your intimate circle to be treated like family. With whom will you be totally honest and open? Who is entitled to your protection and friendship? Considering the first card in the reading, with whom will you celebrate? Not just anyone or everyone would be a wise choice.

The spotlight is moving toward the five of cups, feeling that someone and/or something is missing from your life. It’s all right to feel sad and acknowledge who or what is missing; then, it is in your best and highest good to remember that resource is always at hand, raise your vibration, and turn your attention to the cups that are still standing and full. It seems that the time is right to replace and/or replenish what has been in the cups that have spilled. Action on your part is called for at this time.

The summary card is the eight of swords, the helpless and hopeless victim card. Please note that the ropes holding you “prisoner” are not very tight. If you are able to shrug your shoulders, stop taking it all so seriously, stop being a victim, free yourself, take off the blindfold, and move to higher ground, you can get out of this stuck situation. That’s what the reading as a whole is saying. You have reason to celebrate. Nobody has done anything TO you; it has all been done FOR you.

3-Card Reading for J.F.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
November 14, 2020December 7, 2020

J.F. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” J.F. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. If we include the summary card, there are two ones (10=1+0=1) in this mini-reading and two members of the Major Arcana, so we know that this request for insight focuses on J.F.’s leading, controlling, and directing her/his life as it pertains to her/his soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the five of cups, the mourning card. You have recently become aware that someone and/or something is missing from your life, and this has saddened you. Please be gentle with yourself and allow yourself time to mourn. It is important to acknowledge “what is” before you remind yourself that resource is always at hand, raise your vibration to see what you still have, and take action based on that knowing.

The spotlight is now on the Ace of Swords, triumph over conflict. Your ability to figure out what you want and then go for it, ignoring everyone and everything else for the moment, is being celebrated. Single-pointed determination will see you through. Once you get what you want, you may need to address any hurt feelings that your actions have precipitated, but the situation needs your decisive action at this time in order to succeed.

The spotlight is moving toward the Empress, unlimited creativity. This is one of your gifts, J.F., and you’ve probably taken it for granted your whole life. You are easily able to put things together in new and different ways and present them to others. This makes you an exciting and insightful communicator and teacher. You may not always stick around to nurture these new patterns and ideas, but you often give birth to them.

The summary card is the Wheel of Fortune, the representation of the lessons you put on the agenda for this lifetime that you wanted to confront and master. This card shows up when there are patterns or themes that seem to appear in your life. These are the lessons that you have asked your higher self to bring you, and when you don’t master them, they stay on the wheel, and you run into them each time the wheel of life spins around and brings them to you. They are only removed when you have conquered them.

3-Card Reading for B.P.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
November 7, 2020November 7, 2020

B.P. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” B.P. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. If we include the summary card, there are two swords and two pentacles in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on B.P.’s resolving conflict and on her/his values, priorities, resources, and work. There are also two twos and two fives (king=14=1+4=5), choices and mastery. There are no members of the Major Arcana in this mini-reading, so the insights we are being given pertain to B.P.’s everyday life rather than her/his soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the two of swords, choosing to turn your back on your feelings, arm yourself and protect your heart, while you remain stuck and blindfolded to your present reality. Not wanting to get hurt (again) is understandable, but this level of defense is excessive, and not wanting to see what is actually before you is foolish. It’s time to mitigate some of the reaction to a past hurt that left you swearing you’d never_____ again. Put down at least one of the swords and remove the blindfold or you will remain stuck, not even participating in life.

The spotlight is now on the King of Swords, mastery in resolving conflict. Surely this is further encouragement to let go of the situation pictured in the first card because this king represents the ability to rise above conflict. He (you) has/have the right to cut through any and all challenges and disputes by being decisive and telling everyone what will be done. In other words, you’ve got this.

The spotlight is moving toward the five of pentacles, going within instead of going without. Resource is always at hand. All the fives in the tarot deck speak of choosing, and this one shows up to remind you that you need not continue to suffer and be miserable. Remember that whatever you put your attention on tends to attract more of the same, so it behooves you to raise your vibration and look up, so you can see what is right within your reach that can help.

The summary card is the King of Pentacles, the master of integrity, who has been able to succeed by being in the world yet not of it. You are a leader and an inspiration because you “walk your talk” and your actions are consistent with the highest and best values. Given the reading as a whole, it looks like the universe is giving you the reassurance that the challenges in the areas of conflict and values are easily handled and resolved by your expertise and mastery.

3-Card Reading for H.H.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
October 31, 2020November 2, 2020

H.H. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” H.H. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. There are two pentacles in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on H.H.’s values, priorities, and work. Also, there is one member of the Major Arcana, so this request for insight does have some connection to H.H.’s soul’s agenda for this lifetime, not just her/his everyday life. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the seven of pentacles, the reluctant gardener. You have come to a place in your life, H.H., where you have paused to contemplate all the hard work, time, and attention over the past years that have produced a thriving living thing. a testimony to your efforts. You are somewhat sentimental about the “good old days” when life seemed easier, and the path to success seemed more straightforward. Please know that whatever you did in the past that resulted in such blooming success, you are more than capable of replicating with the opportunity that now lies at your feet. Be here now, and be fully present to invest all your attention on what is.

The spotlight is now on the five of pentacles. It looks like you are facing some challenging circumstances at this time. This certainly adds to the reluctance expressed in the first card. It is important to remember that resource is always at hand, and you can “come in out of the cold” if you focus on going within instead of going without. All the fives in the tarot deck speak of choosing, and this one shows up to remind you that you need not continue to suffer and be miserable. Stop thinking about all the obstacles you will need to overcome and the messages from your own “discouragement committee.” Remember that whatever you put your attention on tends to attract more of the same, so it behooves you to raise your vibration and look up, so you can see that what you want to accomplish is within your reach, and help is available.

The spotlight is moving toward the Devil, all the reasons “why not.” This is absolutely consistent with the first two cards. You have convinced yourself that you are being held prisoner and are unable to follow any other path. In fact, you are leading a tortured existence. “I can’t do it” is the music to which you dance. Please note that the chains that bind you can easily be lifted and removed. This whole situation does require a new perspective, the decision to stop playing victim, and the need to raise your vibration so that it calibrates and attunes to the result you desire.

The summary card is the nine of wands, putting all your eggs in one basket, a fitting explanation for why you are stuck and are indulging in all this negativity. You are multi-talented but have been relying and leaning heavily on only one of your many skills and talents. This has resulted in your being wounded. It’s time to bring more of who you are and what you can do into play. Given the reading as a whole, it looks like your future path is dependent on shifting your focus and raising your vibration. You can do it. Good luck, H.H.

3-Card Reading for T.R.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
October 24, 2020October 24, 2020

T.R. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” T.R. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. If we include the summary card, there are two swords in this mini-reading and two members of the Major Arcana, so we know that this request for insight focuses on T.R.’s resolving conflict in the context of T.R.’s soul’s agenda for this lifetime rather than her/his everyday life. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the seven of swords, de-escalating the conflict. This is accomplished by “chunking down” the number of points of conflict by deciding what can be removed at once, what can be removed later, and what, even though it is by definition part of the problem, can be temporarily ignored because it cannot hurt you. By reducing the points of contention to two, you have a good chance of avoiding aggressive behavior on anyone’s part, and the odds are increased for reaching a compromise. The situation is no longer overwhelming, nor is a major battle inevitable.

The spotlight is now on the eight of swords, feeling helpless and hopeless. This card appears in a reading when you have reached the point of the greatest disconnection from both the rest of humanity and from a higher power. The blindfold temporarily keeps you from seeing a solution to the conflict. Please be aware that the bonds that restrict you are not very tight. If you can shrug your shoulders and stop taking it all so seriously, you can free yourself, stop being a victim, remove the blindfold, see what’s really there, and move to higher ground. In other words, if you can raise your vibration and remember that you create your own reality, you can calibrate and attune yourself to align with the outcome you desire.

The spotlight is moving toward the Hermit, the embodiment of wisdom and higher understanding. You have spent a lot of time and energy ascending to the top of the mountain, and you have done it carrying the light so that others may follow in your footsteps. You have done this alone, for you march to a different drummer than do most other people. Considering the first two cards, this is a wonderful way to rise above conflict. This resolution will serve as an inspiration to others.

The summary card is the Magician. You are one of the movers and shakers who can channel energies from the higher realms and make things manifest as if by waving a magic wand. On the table in front of you are the symbols representing the four suits in the tarot deck. Use some discernment to choose the best realm/environment (suit) in which to get the job done.

3-Card Reading for C.T.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
October 17, 2020October 17, 2020

C.T. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” C.T. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. There are two members of the Major Arcana and two sixes in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on C.T.’s service and healing in the context of C. T.’s soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the six of wands, the lesson of the good leader. Although you are the one, C.T., wearing the crown of laurels and carrying the wand that holds the symbol of victory, this has clearly been a group effort, and it behooves you to acknowledge this by getting off the horse every once in a while and letting other members of the group have a turn at riding. In other words, don’t let your ego take over, and put some effort into strengthening the group identity.

The spotlight is now on the Devil, giving away your power and blaming someone or something else for your not doing, being, and having everything you desire. Here are all the excuses and reasons “why not,” but you will notice that the chains around the prisoners’ necks are loose enough that they can just be lifted off. This card shows up to remind you that you create your own reality, and there is no need to play victim.

The spotlight is moving toward the Tower, the sudden crumbling of all you have built up. It can be as simple as an AHA moment that changes your thinking all the way up to and including the loss of a close relationship and/or a job. The exciting part is realizing that you are no longer being held back from rebuilding in a new direction, realigning with a higher, truer purpose.

The summary card is the two of swords, being immobilized by the fear that something hurtful that happened a long time ago might show up again. You are guarding your heart, but you are blindfolded and have turned your back on the waters that represent your feelings, emotions, relationships, and psychic abilities. This degree of protection is excessive. Please put down at least one of the swords, remove the blindfold, and see the situation as it really is, not what you’re afraid it might be.

3-Card Reading for S.C.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
October 11, 2020November 21, 2020

S.C. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” S.C. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. If we include the summary card, there are two swords in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on B.F.’s resolving conflict. Because there are no members of the Major Arcana, the context for these insights is B.F.’s everyday life rather than her/his soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the seven of wands, the wish card. You have come to a place in your life, S.C., where you have earned the right to have what you want. The only drawback to this position is that now you must decide what that is. You could easily go into overwhelm; all the offerings look good, fame, wealth, knowledge, power, riches, status, secrets. It is important to remember that there are no right or wrong choices here. The only mistake you could make would be NOT to choose or to choose in order to fulfill someone else’s expectations. Also, you are always entitled to change your mind. Ask for guidance in choosing what is most consistent with your highest and best vibration and which one(s) bring you the greatest joy. Nowhere is it written that you are limited to only one.

The spotlight is now on the three of swords, time to heal the hurts from the past. We know these are old because the points of the swords have been blunted and the heart has absorbed the hurts, growing scar tissue around them. It is important to be gentle and take time to withdraw each as slowly as you can. It is only by labeling and acknowledging each one that the heart can attune to the right frequency to heal the trauma and dissolve the scars. Forgiveness of self and of others is a huge help.

The summary card is the ten of swords, the nightmare card, one of the timing cards in the deck. This is like the experience of waking up at 2 A.M. and remembering that the car needs an oil change. You feel so much anxiety, like it’s all up to you, and you need to get it done NOW. Nobody’s open at this hour. It will all go much more easily and smoothly if you wait until the sun comes up and the timing is better. You will be better served by getting a good night’s rest at this time. Given the reading as a whole, it looks like the insight into your future path and the resolution of the heartaches may just happen while you are asleep. Get some rest; it will all resolve when the timing is right. Good luck, S.C.

Reading for B.F.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
October 6, 2020October 11, 2020

B.F. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.” B.F. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. If we include the summary card, there are two wands and two threes in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on B.F.’s skills and talents and the way (s)he expresses them. Because there are no members of the Major Arcana, the context for these insights is B.F.’s everyday life rather than her/his soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind-or-more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the four of swords, the foundation of conflict. The key to this card is contained in the small window seen in the upper left corner of the card. B.F., you have led most of your life up to this point judging people as either takers or givers and seeing yourself in one or the other of those positions. You have also accepted the labels that others have put on you as belonging to one side or another as well. Now, you have withdrawn because you are tired of the conflict. It is time to view all humanity as connected to each other, and realize we are parts of a larger whole; nobody can give unless there is someone to receive and vice versa. It’s time to stop competing and giving away your power. A wise friend of mine once said, “What someone else thinks of me is none of my business.”

The spotlight is now on the King of Cups, mastery in the arena of feelings, emotions, relationships, and psychic abilities. You are at the top of your game here and can ride the ups and downs of the watery realm without even getting your foot wet. You are balanced and consistent, in touch with your gifts, and able to function as an authority figure.

The spotlight is moving toward the three of wands, a level of completion. You have recently finished a project or phase of your life, have let go of it, and are looking at it from a higher perspective. You have hopes and wishes but not direct control any- more. You may very well be wondering what to do next. This card shows up to remind you that you have developed new skills and talents in the most recent phase of your life, and it’s time to make use of them now and not just settle for the “same old thing” you used to do in the past when you had free time.

The summary card is the Knight of Wands, who is at the full-blown expression of her/his skills and talents but wonders if (s)he has enough energy to complete the journey to mastery. This card shows up to reassure you that you’ve got plenty of energy to spare, and you can move beyond doubt toward your stated goal. Taken as a whole, it looks like you are well-situated to begin the next project and/or phase of your life with a new appreciation for the value and connectivity of humanity. You are an uplifter and a leader. Good luck, B.F. Does this make sense? I hope it was helpful.

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