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Alright, let’s talk about this here… uh… askin’ tarot open-ended questions, yeah? That’s what the young’uns call it. I ain’t no fancy card reader, but I know a thing or two about gettin’ answers, ya know?
First off, forget about them yes or no questions. They ain’t gonna get ya nowhere. It’s like askin’ a cow if it wants to be milked – it’ll just stare at ya. You gotta dig deeper, honey. You gotta ask questions that make them cards talk, really talk.
So, how do ya do that? Well, start with words like “what,” “how,” or “why.” Think of it like this: you ain’t just pokin’ the fire, you’re tryin’ to build a whole darn bonfire!
- What? Like, “What do I need to know about this mess I’m in?” or “What can I do to make things better?”
- How? “How can I get that stubborn mule of a husband to listen?” or “How can I find some peace and quiet in this crazy world?”
- Why? “Why does that ol’ hen keep layin’ her eggs in the neighbor’s yard?” or “Why do I keep makin’ the same mistakes over and over?” You get the picture, right?
See, these kinda questions, they open things up. They let the cards tell ya a story, not just give ya a thumbs up or thumbs down. It’s like when you’re makin’ a stew, you don’t just throw in one ingredient, you gotta put in all sorts of things to make it flavorful.
Let me give ya some examples. Say you’re worried about your job. Don’t just ask, “Will I get fired?” Instead, ask somethin’ like, “What can I do to make my boss happy?” or “How can I improve my skills so I’m more valuable?” See the difference? One way closes the door, the other way opens it wide.
Or maybe you’re havin’ trouble with your family. Don’t ask, “Is my son gonna be okay?” Ask, “What can I do to support my son through this tough time?” or “How can I communicate better with my daughter?” It ain’t about gettin’ a simple answer, it’s about understandin’ what’s goin’ on and figurin’ out what you can do about it.
Now, some folks say you can’t ask the same question over and over. And you know what? They’re probably right. It’s like beatin’ a dead horse, ain’t gonna get ya anywhere. If you keep askin’ the same thing, the cards are gonna get tired of ya, just like I would if you kept askin’ me the same dumb question all day long.
But here’s the thing, sometimes you gotta ask a question a few different ways to really get to the heart of the matter. It’s like peelin’ an onion, you gotta take off layer after layer to get to the good stuff in the middle. So, if you don’t get a clear answer the first time, try rephrasing your question. Maybe you weren’t askin’ it the right way.
And don’t be afraid to ask questions about yourself. Like, “What am I not seein’ about myself?” or “How can I be a better person?” or even, “What’s my biggest fear and how can I face it?” That’s the real magic of these cards, they can help you understand yourself better, and that’s the first step to makin’ your life better.
So, next time you’re sittin’ down with them cards, remember what I told ya. Forget the yes or no questions. Ask open-ended questions that make them cards sing. Ask “what,” “how,” and “why.” Dig deep. And don’t be afraid to ask the tough questions, the ones that make you squirm a little. That’s where the real answers are, I tell ya.
And one last thing, listen to your gut. The cards are just a tool, but the real wisdom is inside you. Trust yourself, honey. You got this.
Tags: Tarot, Open-Ended Questions, Divination, Self-Awareness, Guidance