When it comes to tarot card readings, the question of how often you should seek guidance is a personal one. As someone who has been reading tarot for years, I, Dr. Abhishek Kumar Keshari, often get asked this question, and my response is always, “It depends on your needs and where you are in life.” There’s no universal answer, but understanding how tarot works and what it can do for you can help you decide the best timing for your sessions.
Tarot Is a Tool for Reflection
Before diving into how often to get a tarot reading, it’s important to understand that tarot is a tool for reflection and guidance. It’s not about predicting the future in a fixed way, but rather about exploring possibilities, uncovering hidden aspects of your situation, and gaining clarity. Life is ever-changing, and tarot helps us navigate these changes with more awareness.
Each reading provides a snapshot of your current path, the energies around you, and potential outcomes based on your present choices. The cards are there to offer guidance, not to dictate how you should live. They allow you to reflect on your choices, behaviors, and emotions, giving you the power to change what doesn’t serve you.
Factors That Influence How Often You Should Get a Reading
There’s no rule that says you need a tarot reading once a week, once a month, or even once a year. The frequency really depends on a few key factors, and I’ll go through them so you can better understand what’s right for you.
1. Life Changes and Transitions
If you’re going through a significant life change, such as a new job, a move, a relationship shift, or even a period of uncertainty, a tarot reading can be helpful to gain clarity. During times like these, people often seek readings more frequently—perhaps every couple of weeks or once a month. These sessions help you to stay grounded and navigate through the changes.
It’s important, though, to avoid becoming dependent on readings. Tarot is there to support your decisions, not make them for you. If you find yourself needing constant reassurance, it might be a sign to step back and reflect on why you feel that way.
2. When You Feel Stuck
There are moments in life when you feel stuck or unsure about your next steps. Maybe you’re not sure whether to stay in a relationship, change jobs, or make a big decision. In these cases, a tarot reading can offer insights that help you see things from a different perspective.
Sometimes one reading is all it takes to bring clarity, but in more complicated situations, you might benefit from regular readings over a period of time. In this case, you could space them out—every few weeks or even every few months—as you work through your situation.
3. Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
Some people use tarot as a regular part of their self-care or personal growth routine. In this case, you might get a reading monthly, or even seasonally, to check in with yourself. These types of readings focus less on specific questions and more on your overall journey, helping you stay connected to your goals and your inner self.
For example, a monthly reading might help you reflect on what you’ve learned, what you need to focus on, and how you can continue to grow. It’s a gentle way to stay aligned with your intentions and to keep yourself moving forward.
4. Big Decisions
Another common reason people seek tarot readings is when they’re facing a big decision. Whether it’s a career move, a relationship question, or a personal goal, a tarot reading can help shed light on the options available to you and the potential outcomes of each.
For major decisions, one or two readings can be enough to give you the clarity you need. After that, it’s up to you to take action. Tarot can guide you, but it’s your choices that shape your path.
5. For Confirmation or Reassurance
Sometimes, people come to tarot readings for confirmation or reassurance about a decision they’ve already made. This is especially common when you’re already moving forward with something but want to check in to see if you’re on the right track. In these cases, a reading can provide that extra confidence to keep going.
But, like I mentioned earlier, be mindful not to overuse tarot for reassurance. If you find yourself constantly seeking validation, it might be time to reflect on your self-trust and intuition.
When Is It Too Much?
There’s such a thing as too many readings. Tarot is meant to be a guide, not a crutch. If you’re finding that you can’t make any decisions without consulting the cards, it’s possible that you’re relying too much on external guidance and not enough on your own inner wisdom.
Tarot works best when used in balance. It’s there to offer insights, but it’s your job to integrate those insights into your life and make decisions based on what feels right for you. If you feel like you’re getting stuck in a loop, receiving similar readings over and over again, it might be a sign to take a break and trust yourself to move forward without a reading for a while.
My Approach to Tarot Readings
When I do readings, I always emphasize the importance of personal responsibility and self-awareness. My goal is to empower you, not to make you dependent on tarot for every choice in your life. I often suggest that my clients use tarot as a way to check in with themselves rather than as a decision-making tool.
For some, this means getting a reading every few months or only during periods of major change. For others, it might mean integrating tarot into a monthly or quarterly reflection process. The key is to use tarot as a mirror, reflecting your current situation and helping you see more clearly, rather than as a source of answers from outside yourself.
How to Know If You Need a Tarot Reading
If you’re not sure whether you need a reading, ask yourself a few simple questions:
Am I feeling confused, stuck, or unsure about something in my life?
Am I facing a big decision and unsure which direction to take?
Do I want to check in with myself and reflect on my personal growth?
Am I curious about the energies surrounding a particular situation?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, a tarot reading could be helpful. However, if you’re just looking for reassurance or if you’ve been getting frequent readings and not feeling more clarity, it might be time to take a step back and reflect on what you’re truly seeking.
Frequency
In the end, the best frequency for tarot readings is what feels right to you. Some people find that one reading a year is enough to give them guidance and clarity, while others benefit from more frequent check-ins. It’s about finding a balance that works for you, where tarot can support your journey without becoming something you rely on too much.
If you’re new to tarot, I recommend starting with a reading when you’re facing a specific question or challenge. From there, you can decide how often to get follow-up readings based on how helpful you find them. Remember, tarot is a tool for empowerment, not dependency. The answers you seek are always within you—the cards just help you uncover them.
I hope this helps you understand how often you should consider getting a tarot reading. It’s all about finding what works best for you and using the cards as a guide to navigate your path with more confidence and clarity.
Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions or if you’re ready for your next reading.