I’m so sorry my little Witchies!! I’ve been totally M.I.A. I was firstly so busy with work and mom life. And then we went on vacation to the beautiful island of the Dominican Republic where my family is from and where I spent most of my summers growing up. I have just gotten back today. And I’m back and ready to delve right into some witchiness! I missed it so much. I didn’t really want to practise while out there because I’m not skilled in my craft just yet and being on that island you can really feel the powerful magical energies that brujas for centuries have been using. And I really didn’t want to stir the pot (pun fully intended) and conjure up some stuff I was not ready to handle.

Anyways I’ve come back refreshed and motivated to really start honing in on my craft and magical abilities. So please stay tuned for hopefully some original content!!

Bless be witchies!

Rules: answer 21 questions then tag 21 people you want to get to know better

Nickname: Well on here I go by Astria, irl i people call me Bri or Bri Z

Zodiac: Sun: Taurus, Moon: Gemini, Ascending: Scorpio

Height: 5’8”

Last Movie I Saw: Love, Rosie (they just put it on Netflix!)

Last thing I googled: lol my zodiac 

Favorite musician: at the moment Ed Sheeran

Song stuck in my head: surprisingly i dont have one right now

Other blogs: eeessshhh.... so i have one other one that i completely gave up on. i had it for YEARS but its @every-mans-best-nightmare

Do I get asks: nope, but im open to them!

Blogs following: only 209. i obviously need to start following more blogs

Amount of sleep: no enough

Lucky number: 13

What I’m wearing rn: tank top and basketball shorts

Dream job: Pediatric Nurse

Dream trip: i really want to just travel the world period but i have to definitely go to Ireland

Favorite food: im a total foodie. but i LOVE pasta

Play any instruments: nope

Languages: English and spanish

Favorite songs: i guess my go to is Titanium by Sia

Random fact: I have a daughter

Describe your aesthetic: witchy, pastel, crystals.... i guess

Tbh this was the most pointless day/lesson for me. I totally understand the importance of it and why its added but none the less its boring. Aaaaaaaany ways here it is!

Chapter 1, Day 4 Invest in 2-3 Good Tarot Books

So basically day 4 was pretty much giving recommendation of books you should invest in as a reference until you eventually develop your own interpretations.

What you want to look for when choosing you books

Do I connect with the author’s writing style and interpretation of the cards?

For the types of readings I plan to do, will this book help me interpret the cards?

Does the book explain the Tarot card meanings in depth, or does it just use keywords or key phrases? What is most helpful to me?

Does the book include practical advice on how to read the cards, use Tarot spreads, connect with the client, etc.?

Does the book use the same (or similar) Tarot deck that I use?

Recommendations

The Ultimate Guide to Tarot Card Meanings eBook by Brigit Esselmont

provides over 330 pages of in-depth Tarot card meanings, tips and techniques to help you learn the Tarot

Aides in drawing together many different interpretations of the Tarot cards, including upright and reversed Tarot card meanings and interpretations for specific types of readings (e.g. relationships, career, spirituality, etc.). This is a ‘must-have’ for Tarot beginners and professionals alike.

Learning the Tarot by Joan Bunning

provides practical interpretations of the 78 Tarot cards and 19 lessons on how to read the cards.

Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom by Rachel Pollack

AKA “Tarot Bible”

draws on both the traditional symbolism of the cards and the more modern psychological aspects of the cards to help the reader truly appreciate the deeper meaning of the Tarot.

Tarot for Your Self by Mary K Greer

Somewhat like a workbook or Tarot journal which includes meditations, rituals, spreads, mandalas, visualizations, dialogues, charts, astrology, numerology, affirmations and healing all designed to allow you to experience Tarot for yourself in a hands-on way.

The Tarot Revealed: A Beginner’s Guide by Paul Fenton-Smith

provides practical interpretations of the Tarot cards with real-life examples

Where to purchase tarot books

Online

amazon

Llewelly.com

Local Stores

Book stores

Esoteric shops

Local library (free)

Activity

4.1. Choose 2 to 3 Tarot Books

Either visit your local store or get online and flick through a couple of Tarot books to get a feel for them.

Select 2 or 3 books that resonate with you and your learning goals.

Familiarize yourself with the information that each book provides.

A: Okay so my tarot deck came with a book that explains in detail what each card means. At the moment I don’t have the money to go buying tarot books because I’m an adult with responsibilities and priorities. Lol Soooooooo being the millennial that I am I went to my best friend Google!  Where i found this website that is a completely free on-line course! So i will be reading this along with the book I already have. If i do end up buying books i promise to let you guys know which ones!

Thanks for joining my journey into Tarot! #Astrias Tarot Journey

Hey guys! Sorry I’ve been not posting and not doing Astria’s tarot journey. I’ve been a little off lately and I’m just trying to recenter myself. Self care is super important especially in your craft. The energy that you put into your craft is important, which means that you also have to check in with yourself and make sure you’re okay. It’s okay to take a few days to center and ground yourself.