A friend gifted host Jillian Anthony (freelance writer and author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) her first Tarot deck when she was 31 — and it changed her life. Today, it’s her most nourishing personal and creative habit. She shares how Tarot helped her move through heartbreak, get to know her highest self, and tap into her intuition. She explains the basics of Tarot, shares some beginner spreads, and discusses how to start exploring Tarot as a way to connect with yourself and your creativity.

Jillian’s favorite part of Tarot is that there is no magic in the deck — the magic is in you. Are you ready to embrace it?

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Resources mentioned:

Rider-Waite Tarot deck

Mystic Mondays Tarot deck

BiddyTarot.com

Modern Witch Tarot deck

Cat Tarot deck

OK Tarot: The Simple Deck for Everyone by Adam J.K.

Chani Nicholas astrology app