Learn Occult Science with Free Lessons & Tips

In fact, historians have described western views of the Tarot pack as "the subject of the most successful propaganda campaign ever launched... An entire false history and false interpretation of the Tarot pack was concocted by the occultists; and it is all but universally believed".

Start by getting familiar with the tarot deck and the individual meanings of each of the cards. This may take some time, so be patient with yourself! Pick a tarot spread for your reading. You could try a simple Yes/No reading, a 3-card Past/Present/Future spread, or a more complex spread, like the Celtic Cross.

The cards are laid out on a flat surface in a specific pattern, known as a spread. Each position in the pattern has a different significance, and the meaning of the card has to be read through that lens: for example, you might pull a card to signify your past, or something that's holding you back, or a hidden strength

As Waugh says, tarot in itself cannot do anything – but it can help. Even if you're skeptical about tarot reading, it can be an amazing experience to try at least once. Whether or not you believe that the cards hold the key to your future, listening to a professional tarot reader can help you learn about yourself.