Tarot with Mars

How to Read Tarot: A Friendly Guide for Beginners Welcome! If you’ve ever felt curious about tarot but didn’t know where to begin, you’re in the right place. Starting can feel a little overwhelming with all those beautiful cards, but it’s really about connecting with your own intuition. Let’s walk through the basics together, step by step. A Little Bit of Tarot History Tarot cards, as we know them today, evolved from playing cards in 15th-century Europe. It wasn’t until later that they became associated with mysticism and divination. The classic Rider-Waite-Smith deck, created in the early 1900s, is the foundation for most modern decks. Its detailed images tell stories, which is why it’s such a wonderful deck to learn with. Remember, tarot’s history is rich and varied, but what matters most is how you connect with it here and now. The Heart of the Deck: Major and Minor Arcana Your deck is split into two main parts: The Major Arcana  are the 22 “big picture” cards. They repres...

  About Me! Hello! I’m Mars, and I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. This blog is a cosy extension of my Etsy shop, TarotwithMars. I’m a full-time tarot reader and a Norse pagan living in the UK. My own journey with the cards started when I was 14. Over the years, tarot has become my trusted language and a way to navigate life’s questions with a little more clarity and heart. After a difficult period that led me away from university, I turned my lifelong practice into my path forward. Creating readings for others is my way of connecting and offering a grounded, intuitive perspective to those who seek it. Being autistic has shaped how I experience the world and, in turn, how I read tarot. I approach each reading with respect and a genuine desire to help. Here on the blog, I’ll be sharing tarot insights, personal reflections, and simple ways to bring a little magic into your everyday. Think of this as a friendly space for curious souls. Thank you for letting me be a part of ...