Okay, so I’ve been messing around with Tarot cards lately, and today I decided to really focus on the 10 of Hearts. I’ve got this new deck I’m still getting used to, so I figured a deep dive into one card would be a good way to, you know, bond with it.
Getting Started
First thing I did was clear my space. I’m a big believer in having a clean area to work in. So, I wiped down my table, lit a little incense (lavender, my favorite!), and put on some chill background music. Nothing with lyrics, just some instrumental stuff to help me focus.
Then, I shuffled the deck. And I mean, really shuffled. I wanted to make sure the cards were good and mixed up. I did the riffle shuffle, the overhand shuffle, even that messy pile shuffle where you just spread them all over the table. Felt like a kid again, haha!
Pulling the Card
Once I felt like the deck was sufficiently shuffled, I fanned them out face down on the table. I closed my eyes for a second, took a deep breath, and just let my hand hover over the cards. I wasn’t thinking about anything specific, just trying to be open to whatever card wanted to pop out. And wouldn’t you know it, my fingers landed on one, and I flipped it over. Boom. 10 of Hearts.
My Impressions
- The Imagery: Right away, I noticed the image on the card. My deck has a pretty traditional design, so it showed a happy family, a cozy home, and a rainbow overhead. It just screamed “domestic bliss,” you know?
- The Feeling: The overall vibe I got was super positive. It felt warm, loving, and secure. Like a big, comfy hug. Definitely a good card to pull!
- Intuition Kicking In: My first thought was, “This is about contentment.” Not just fleeting happiness, but that deep-down feeling of satisfaction with your life and relationships.
Journaling and Reflection
After staring at the card for a good while, I grabbed my journal. I always like to jot down my thoughts and feelings about the cards I pull. I wrote about what the 10 of Hearts traditionally means (stuff like happiness, fulfillment, family harmony), but I also wrote about what it meant to me in that moment.
For me, it was a reminder to appreciate the good things in my life. My family, my friends, my home… all that stuff we sometimes take for granted. It also made me think about how I can nurture those relationships and keep that feeling of contentment going strong.
Wrapping Up
I spent a good hour just meditating on the 10 of Hearts, reading about it in different books, and scribbling in my journal. By the end, I felt like I had a much better understanding of the card, and also a renewed sense of gratitude for all the blessings in my life. It was a really good session, and I’m definitely going to keep exploring this deck!
