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

3-Card Reading for Y.C.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
June 25, 2021June 25, 2021

Y.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 __________.” Y.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 knights in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on Y.C.’s being well on her/his way to mastery in her/his chosen field, and the examination of her/his self-concept is a part of that mission. There is one member of the Major Arcana as the summary card, so there is some connection to Y.C.’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 Ace of Pentacles, a triumph of integrity. You are truly aligned with your values and priorities, Y.C., and serve as an inspiration to others as you walk your talk and consistently align yourself with the best and highest good. This is the only ace in the tarot deck that does not shower automatic blessings on those who come into its energy; it is for them to choose to raise their vibration and act accordingly. This card appears when there can only be the highest ideas and ideals involved in what’s going on.

The spotlight is now on the Knight of Swords, the need for focus. It is here that the manifestation process breaks down. The first card has affirmed the alignment, but the second step of focus has not been met. By riding around at top speed in all directions, this knight is squandering his effectiveness. He is clearly in a reactive mode. There is a need to shift from letting the situation have power over the individual to the individual’s taking charge, strategizing, and directing his energies at a precise target.

The spotlight is moving toward the Knight of Cups, another affirmation that you, Y.C., are on the right path, but you are still in a reactive position. This card is an over-reaction to the second card. You are afraid of making a mistake, being called a failure, and have become over-cautious, not wanting to spill any of the cup’s contents that you are carrying. Do you realize that the people who have gone the farthest in their lives have been the ones who have made the most mistakes and have learned from them? There has to be a happy medium here. You have to believe that resource is always at hand, and it’s time to let go of the need to please others and/or the tendency to beat up on yourself.

The summary card is the Hermit, the archetype of wisdom and higher understanding. It looks like you will be successful in shifting the motivation to an internal, balanced, and calm perspective, for you have reached the top of the mountain. You have carried the light along the way so that others may follow if that’s what they choose to do. You have become an energy master. Good work, Y.C.

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

by Sue Ellen Kolman
June 18, 2021June 18, 2021

S.S. 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.S. 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 in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on B.F.’s skills and talents. There is one member of the Major Arcana, so there is some connection to S.S.’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 swords, trying to be of service and healing in a conflict situation. You, S.S., are the one moving the boat from the rough water to the smooth. You do this by keeping things light, slow, and steady. You do not bear down on the points of conflict, for that would sink the boat. You do not speak of the “problem,” but focus only on moving the boat. As the saying goes, “If you’re going through hell, keep going.”

The spotlight is now on Death, allowing the old form, the old way to die because it has outlived its usefulness. This is not a card of physical death; the new day and the new way are rising with the sun. It is time to let go. Please understand that letting go will leave a space; be sure to fill it with the hope, expectation, and enthusiasm for the new foundation, the new jumping-off point.

The spotlight is moving toward the eight of wands, one of the timing cards in the tarot deck. The effort that you launched a while ago to reach the next higher step is getting ready to land, so be prepared to “hit the ground running.”

The summary card is the nine of wands, putting all your eggs in one basket. You are being warned about ignoring your other skills and talents and leaning heavily on the one you’re used to. This has already taken a toll on your well-being. By turning your back on your other skills and talents, you have placed yourself in a defensive position, which ironically invites attack. Don’t give up on what works for you, but augment those efforts with one of your other skills and talents as well. This will allow you to operate more peacefully and successfully.

3-Card Reading for C.H.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
June 12, 2021June 12, 2021

C.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 __________.” C.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. If we include the summary card, there are two eights and two members of the Major Arcana in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on C.H’s calibrating, attuning, and harmonizing with the vibration of what (s)he desires. Because there are two members of the Major Arcana in the first group of three, the context for these insights is C.H.’s soul’s agenda for this lifetime rather than 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 ten of swords, the need to use discernment in choosing when, how, and to whom you give your blessings. As you can see from the right hand of the central figure, he walked into this situation to bring it a blessing, but he forgot to check first to make sure that those to whom he was bringing it were open to receiving it. They weren’t, and he got “knifed in the back” instead of a thank you, Please note, the red color in the card is his cloak; it is not blood. He will arise and go on his way, sadder but wiser. The message of the card is to make sure before you offer what you think is a blessing that it will be received as such by those with whom you share it. If, for any reason, you suspect that that is not the case, you are to “pick up your toys and go play somewhere else.” Do not throw it away.

The spotlight is now on the Fool, a leap of faith. You can see, C.H., that the next logical step forward will take the Fool right off the cliff. What you don’t see is that the universe has assembled all the cooperative components to support him as soon as he takes that first step. He steps off the cliff, and the sleeves of his garment turn into wings, and he soars. The rest of your life and the best of your life are just waiting for you to commit to taking that next step.

The spotlight is moving toward Strength, the card of harmony, attunement, alignment, and manifestation. As soon as you align and focus your vibration to match that which you wish to manifest, you will embody the strength to merge with it, and you will attract it. This is the universal law of attraction, and it always brings you a match to the vibration you are projecting. Therefore, it behooves you to keep your vibration high and make sure you are coming from a perspective of abundance and gratitude rather than one of lack and negativity.

The summary card is the eight of cups, and this is the perfect match to what we have just found in the other eight, Strength. In the summary card, you have turned your back on the treasures you already have, feeling dissatisfied, and going off looking for what you feel is missing. This means that you are most certainly experiencing a focus on what you don’t have, and you are coming from a position of lack. The old saying, “You can’t get there from here.” applies. You must shift your vibration to align, focus, and take the other necessary steps to get what you want. I heartily recommend Christy Whitman’s book, The Desire Factor, which spells out the whole process, step by step.

3-Card Reading for A.T.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
June 2, 2021June 2, 2021

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 members of the Major Arcana within the first group of three, and there are two sixes in the reading if we include the summary card. This means that the context for these insights is B.F.’s soul’s agenda for this lifetime rather than just her/his everyday life. Six is the number of service and healing. , so this is on your agenda for this go-round. There are no other two-of-a-kind or more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the Queen of Cups, blocked and/or repressed emotions. This queen is very much in touch with her emotions except for the so-called “negative” ones that she has collected in the covered cup. She is staring intensely at this cup, which is so heavy it requires both her hands to hold it. She has been so absorbed in this task that her foot is turning blue. This card shows up when it is time to lift the lid and process what’s in that cup because it is keeping you blocked. You can only heal what you’re willing to feel, and there are several easy helpers available. I usually use a combination of Bradley Nelson’s Emotion Code and Theta Healing or Jimmy Mack’s Liquid Fish to release/resolve these trapped emotions.

The spotlight is now on the World, sometimes called the Graduation Card. It’s as if you’ve done all the work, passed all the exams, and hold a diploma in each hand. You’ve got what it takes; now, you have to decide where you’re going to take it. The symbols in the four corners of the card represent the fixed signs of the zodiac, the ones that speak about managing your life.

The spotlight is moving toward the Lovers, a card that stands for the gift of healing. That gift is yours, A.T., and it means that you are capable of holding the space that gives permission for someone to heal her/himself. Notice that it is the angel that links the two people; it is their relationship to the angel rather than a commitment to each other. You don’t do the healing; love does.

The summary card is the six of pentacles, the giving card. There are three pentacles over the head of the beggar who seems better off than his counterpart who only has two. This speaks to helping those who are willing to help themselves. However, the most important pentacle is the one over your head, A.T. You must take care of yourself first, or you will have nothing left to give.

3-Card Reading for E.M.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
May 29, 2021May 29, 2021

E.M. 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 __________.” E.M. 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 pentacles and two swords in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on E.M.’s values, priorities, and work as well as her/his feelings, emotions, relationships, and psychic abilities. Because there are no members of the Major Arcana present, the context for these insights is E.M.’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 nine of pentacles, sometimes referred to as the “nobless oblige” card. As a nine, it represents wisdom and higher understanding. When this card shows up, it reflects a split in your energy because there is probably a discrepancy between what you really want to do and what you can/will do because of the position you hold. Even though some adults behave like children, not many can get away with throwing temper tantrums. Wisdom dictates that you refrain from just letting it “all hang out” and behave in a mature and helpful way. Keep the falcon hooded, but find an environment where you are free to express all of who you are and move any energies that are stuck.

The spotlight is now on the four of pentacles. You are to be congratulated for having spent a great deal of time and energy figuring out what you think, how you feel, and where you stand. The only problem with what you have chosen is that all those values lie outside of you. Until you understand and believe that YOU are valuable, your position is as vulnerable as a “Fiddler on the Roof.” Also, holding onto values outside yourself has locked up all your energy and left you stuck in place. Four is the number of foundations, and this foundation is based on inaccurate and unhelpful energy.

The spotlight is moving toward the eight of cups, being dissatisfied with what you have, turning your back on your assets, and moving farther away from your center to find more. Do you sense a theme here? Are you really “looking for love in all the wrong places”?

The summary card is the five of cups. mourning a loss. Wow, when you do it, you really do go all the way! You have recently experienced someone or something having gone missing, and as long as you dwell on what you don’t have, you keep yourself in a lower vibration of lack that forbids your having what you want. The message of the card is gentle–go easy on yourself, get out of judgment and name-calling, See if you can focus on what you do have and experience gratitude for it. Good luck, E.M.

Would you like to have a personal reading live online or on the phone with the author? You can schedule either a half-hour or one hour reading and choose your date and time from those available. A half-hour is $40, and a one-hour reading is $75. Both 3-card and 11-card readings are available in the time requested. Click the link below for more information and scheduling.
https://tarotforalltimereadings.as.me/

3-Card Reading for P.L.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
May 21, 2021May 21, 2021

P.L. 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.L. 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 P.L.’s resolving conflict. Because there are no members of the Major Arcana, the context for these insights is P.L.’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 wands, the build-a-new- foundation card. This is a card of joyous celebration, for you have moved your skills and talents outside the walls of the castle and have planted them in fertile soil so they may continue to grow from this new foundation. You are bringing garlands to embellish your new jumping-off point, and the message is clear that your skills and talents are good enough, strong enough, and alive enough to sustain their new independence.

The spotlight is now on the two of pentacles, the “but” card. You are laboring under the illusion that the two things you want are mutually exclusive and you have been stuck dancing between them. It is only when you change the “but” to “and,” lower your arms, and embrace both of them that you can expand your reality, stop dancing, and have both. It is the limitation in the word”but” that is causing all the problems. It keeps your attention on what you do not have and holds you in a state of lack.

The spotlight is moving toward the Knight of Swords, scattered energy. By acting in haste, you sacrifice any chance of examining options and perhaps enlisting help. By expending this much energy, you take yourself out of the flow. You lose your focus and will soon exhaust yourself. Better to pull back a little, plan some strategy, and proceed at a reasonable pace.

The summary card is the nine 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 anxious, 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 is heavily dependent on your focusing on what you do want and planning some strategy for getting it.

3-Card Reading for L.F.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
May 15, 2021May 15, 2021

L.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 __________.” L.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 pentacles and two members of the Major Arcana in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on L.F.’s values, priorities. resources, and work in the context of 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 Ace of Pentacles, a triumph of integrity. This is the only ace in the deck that does not carry automatic blessings to others. Although you, L.F., are the epitome of integrity and an inspiration to others, they must desire and choose to emulate you. This card appears when there is a deliberate choice of calibration and attunement to all that represents the best and highest good available. Your life is testimony to what is possible to manifest.

The spotlight is now on the Lovers, the gift of healing. which is yours in this lifetime. It is also a gentle reminder that by holding the space and permitting others to heal themselves, you affirm your commitment to both the relationships, human and angelic, and allow the angelic realm to work through you.

The spotlight is moving toward the seven of pentacles, focusing on the past and becoming somewhat wistful and nostalgic about it. Please understand that whatever you did in the past to help that fully blooming plant in front of you thrive, you are more than capable of achieving with the new growth at your feet. You are being urged to “be here now” and focus on the present.

The summary card is the Moon, the reappearance of one of your agenda items that was on your list of challenges to meet in this lifetime. You may have thought you handled this already and wonder why it is showing up again. The answer is a reassurance that you are not the same person who tried to handle it in the past; you have changed and grown and are now far more capable of mastering it and crossing it off the list at this time.

3-Card Reading for F.S.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
May 8, 2021May 8, 2021

F.S. 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 __________.” F.S. 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 fives in this mini-reading (king=14=1+4=5), so we know that this request for insight focuses on F.S.’s freedom to choose. There is one member of the Major Arcana, so the context for these insights is primarily F.S.’s everyday life, but there is a slight 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 five of pentacles, the “misery loves company” card. These folks are so absorbed in their misery that they are unaware of the help and respite that is right next to them. They commiserate with each other, thus feeding and attracting more misery. Getting out of this situation requires a conscious choice to lift their perspective, lift their eyes, raise their vibration, and take advantage of the resource that is at hand.

The spotlight is now on Judgement, the false perception that a mutually exclusive choice must be made between helping others and helping oneself. You cannot do one without the other. If you do what’s best for yourself, you automatically inspire others and show them what’s possible, and someone who is in the flow and is attuned to her/his best and highest good can raise the vibration of those around her/him more quickly and more powerfully than anyone being negative and limiting. Sounding the vibration of love awakens EVERYONE and rises above all the polarities.

The spotlight is moving toward the Page of Cups, the beginning of a new relationship that involves your feelings, emotions, and psychic abilities. This can be a relationship with one or more other people, with a process or idea, or with parts of yourself. In any case, your feet are planted firmly on solid ground and you are in perfect balance to accept what is being offered, even if it is a fish jumping out of one of the cups. This is but one of the goodies being offered to you.

The summary card is the King of Swords, mastery over conflict. This card appears when you have earned the right to decide what, where, why, when, and how something will happen. The sword you bear allows you to cut through any difference of opinion or disagreement. It enables you to be. do, and have the authority to decide what’s best. Enjoy using it, F.S.

3-Card Reading for E.A.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
April 30, 2021May 1, 2021

E.A. 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 __________.” E.A. 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 members of the Major Arcana in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on E.A.’s skills and talents as part of 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 wands, the “Shall I stay or shall I go?” card. Like all the fives in the tarot deck, this one reminds you that you have the freedom to choose. You have come to a place in your life, E.A., where you are well aware that you are different. The rest of the group that you have chosen to play with are bareheaded, yet you wear a hat. You may question your choice to interact with this group and wonder if you belong and are making a difference; should I stay or should I go? This card appears to assure you that you have earned the respect of the others, and there may even be some of them who will emulate your behavior. You need only stick around a bit longer to prove that you can take it as well as dish it out. The diversity that you add is valuable, for it broadens the perspective of those who participate and raises the vibration of the group.

The spotlight is now on the Knight of Wands, who wonders if he has the energy and endurance to complete the journey. The answer is a resounding “Yes!” You have more than enough energy and stamina to make it to mastery; keep going. Do you see how these first two cards work together in your favor?

The spotlight is moving toward the Hermit, the template or archetype of wisdom and higher understanding. You have made it to the top of the mountain, and you have done it carrying the light so that anyone who chooses to follow you has been shown the path. The only drawback to this position is that it is sometimes lonely at the top because you march to a different drummer. See how well this fits with the first two cards.

The summary card is the Emperor, the gift of wisdom, a gift you have earned and are being reminded that you possess. This is the card of passive male energy in the tarot deck. He is the template or archetype of all the fours in the tarot deck. He is frequently consulted for his opinion and has found a way to let the truth speak for itself instead of taking sides. This is the wisdom of the Biblical King Solomon, who, when faced by two women each claiming to be the mother of the same infant, declared, “Cut the child in two.” The real mother instantly gave up her claim, and everyone could see she was indeed telling the truth. Using this gift, you sometimes say and do things that seem outlandish only so that the truth reveals itself. You remain in power by not taking sides but by rising above the situation.

3-Card Reading for S.F.

by Sue Ellen Kolman
April 23, 2021April 23, 2021

S.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 __________.” S.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 members of the Major Arcana in this request for insight, so this reading is focused primarily on S.F.’s soul’s agenda for this lifetime rather than on her/his everyday life. There are no other two-of-a-kind or more in suits or numbers.

The spotlight has been on the ten of cups, the need to use discernment in deciding whom you will treat like family. Who will be privy to your secrets? Who deserves your trust to share your fears and your dreams? Who is “there for you” and for whom do you feel responsible? Please remember that “responsible” means “able to respond,” not necessarily volunteering to take the heat if it doesn’t work out. You have achieved success; with whom will you share the happiness and the rewards? Put some thought into this and don’t just give it all away to anyone who shows up.

The spotlight is now on the nine of swords, the nightmare card, one of the timing cards in the deck. When this card appears, it means that the timing of the issue at hand is not best suited to its resolution. This is like 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 now instead of staying awake and worrying.

The spotlight is moving toward the Fool, the only card from the Major Arcana to make it into the deck of playing cards we use today. He became the Joker and still carries some of the magic properties from the tarot deck. As the picture indicates, his next logical step will take him off the cliff. His gaze is fixed on the higher realms. The universe has gathered all the positive contributing components so that as soon as he makes the commitment of taking that first step, the sleeves of his garment will turn into wings, and he will fly. This card represents following your dream. It’s up to you to take action; it’s a necessary factor before the universe can support you. There is strong evidence of encouragement and support here

The summary card is Justice, and she is not blindfolded; she sees everything. However, if she hears of a matter in the nearby village that needs to be resolved, she does not gather her sword and scales and take off after it. She waits for it to come to her to be judged. When this card appears, it tells you that there is more going on in the situation that you asked about in this reading than you can possibly understand at this time, so you are again being told to wait. Justice will be done, only not this very minute. It’s going to take a little time before a just ruling can be made. Patience may not be your long suit, but it is the best and highest use of your energy at this time.

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