I remember my very first Tarot reading. I was probably about twelve, and it was at a Renaissance fair. My friend and I nervously went up to the Tarot booth. I sat down in front of a very ordinary looking woman (surprise—we Tarot readers look like everybody else!) and asked my question: “Will Paul ask me to the dance?” The reader looked at me and said, “You can’t ask the Tarot yes/no questions.” I was so stunned that I couldn’t even think of another question, and my friend and I went away in a pre-teen huff. Wasn’t that what fortune-telling was for? Giving you the answers you wanted?

Who knew that I would grow up to be a Tarot reader? In my first years of reading cards, I also did not answer yes/no questions. But then I began to rethink this rule. If you can Your insights can be enhanced by using a yes or no decision wheel to clarify your thoughts, why not come up with a “program” for yes or no with the cards? The solution I discovered was so simple I had to laugh. And now I happily do yes/no spreads for my clients and myself—with some guidelines.

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How to Ask the Yes or No Question

It might seem obvious—yes or no, right? But sometimes it helps to let the wheel decide. But I’ve found that you do need quite a bit of clarity about what you are asking.

The cards aren’t going to tell you about the free-will choices of another person. So, “Will Paul ask me to the dance” is still out, but, “Should I go to the dance with Paul if he asks me” is okay.

Tarot cards aren’t meant to tell you the exact unfolding of your future. That isn’t possible; you have free-will, and the future is not a fixed plan. So, that being said, what are the types of yes/no questions that the Tarot can address using a yes or no decision framework?

• Should I go to Bermuda or Hawaii?

• Should I take the job?

• Should I call him/her?

• Should I take this class?

You get the idea. Questions that involve simple choices about your life are appropriate to ask. You must be clear. If you ask, “Are there any men out there?” when you mean, “Are there any men who are romantically interested in me right now?” you will get very different answers.

Ways to Ask the Yes or No Question

Because we are talking about programming your cards for yes/no readings, there are a few ways to approach this type of question.

The simplest is to shuffle your deck so that there is a roughly equal number of reversed and right side up cards. Ask the question, and draw an uneven number of cards. You can draw one, three (my favorite), or more, depending on what else you want to accomplish in the spread. For example, if you really just want a quick yes or no, then draw one card. If it’s reverse, the answer is no, and if upright, yes. Or, if you are choosing between options—like Bermuda or Hawaii—then choose one card for each.

If you want to layer in insight about the issue in addition to the yes/no answer, then pull three cards from the spinner. Set your intention for the spread; you are asking, “Should I _______?” along with reading the mind, body, and spirit energy about the issue. I use this technique often, and it is a great 5-15 minute guide when I just can’t make up my mind about something.

I was curious about whether or not I should offer my beginning Tarot class again, considering using a button to make the decision. I also wanted to know what guidance the cards had for me in terms of my unconscious desires mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, possibly using a picker wheel for deeper insights. So I did a three card yes/no spread.

I pulled the Hermit reversed, the Four of Cups, and the Four of Swords reversed. I read reversed cards as no and upright as yes. I got a no answer because two of the three cards were reversed, and then I looked at the next layer of meaning.

The Hermit reversed indicated that I would be leaving my current path of self-inquiry and learning if I was going to teach again. Mentally, I saw that I wasn’t ready to do that. In terms of emotions, the Four of Cups is a bit neutral.

It can mean a stable, pleasurable state, but there’s always a hint of boredom there, too, which is why I might use the yes or no wheel for guidance. So, offering the class would not be difficult, but it wouldn’t be exciting either. The Four of Swords reversed showed that if I chose to teach, I’d be moving into a more active phase again spiritually, and what I really wanted was to continue my break from teaching, perhaps using a decision maker for clarity. I chose not to offer the class at that time and felt relieved when I let myself off the hook.

Another way to program your cards is to determine that yes is the Major Arcana and no the Minor (though keep in mind that there are more Minor than Major cards). Or that yes is Cups or Wands and no is Swords or Discs—working only with the Minor Arcana in this case. You see that it is really up to you to choose how yes and no show up, and then trust the cards to fall as they should.

Modern Tools for Yes or No Decisions: Using Picker Wheels

In our digital age, many people turn to online tools like a spinner wheel when facing decisions.

You might find yourself spinning a virtual wheel or using an online generator for quick answers. While these tools offer speed and simplicity, they miss the profound guidance that spiritual practices like tarot can provide.

Think about the last time you needed to make an important choice. Perhaps you found yourself clicking through various decision-making tools, hoping for clarity. These digital aids serve a purpose – they can help with simple choices or add an element of chance when needed. However, when it comes to life’s meaningful decisions about relationships, career paths, or personal growth, you deserve more than a basic yes or no response.

Decision Wheel Spinners: A Modern Approach to Getting a Yes or No

Need a quick answer? Many seekers start with a decision wheel. Click, spin, and watch as the wheel decides your next step.

These interactive tools offer different ways to find guidance. A simple yes/no wheel helps with basic choices. Number picker wheels select between multiple options. Some people create custom wheels with their own choices, trusting the spin to guide them.

Decision wheels work well for simple questions:
* Which movie should we watch tonight?
* Where should the team go for lunch?
* Who goes first in the game?

But life’s meaningful choices deserve deeper wisdom. When you spin a wheel, you’re trusting random chance. The wheel gives you an answer without context or understanding.

It can’t see the energies surrounding your question or offer spiritual guidance about your path forward, unlike a wheel to decide a random outcome.

Think of it like this: a decision wheel is a quick flip of a coin. Tarot opens a channel to universal wisdom. For those everyday choices, let the wheel decide. But when your heart seeks true guidance about love, career, or spiritual growth, trust in the profound insights that tarot provides.

Why Tarot Gives You an Answer to Your Yes or No Question

Unlike random generators that give surface-level answers, tarot creates a bridge between your question and universal wisdom.

When you work with a skilled reader, each card adds layers of meaning to your yes or no question, enhancing the experience like a wheel to decide. The cards reveal patterns, highlight hidden influences, and offer guidance about timing and potential outcomes.

Consider a question like “Should I accept this job offer?” A digital tool might give you a simple yes, but a tarot reading examines the energies surrounding the opportunity, while a decision maker can offer a quick answer.

\Your reader might reveal cards that suggest professional growth while highlighting potential challenges to prepare for. This comprehensive guidance helps you make informed decisions aligned with your highest good, whether through Tarot or a spinner.

Getting Yes or No Readings Online

Technology now allows us to connect with spiritual guidance from anywhere, letting the wheel decide our paths. When you’re seeking answers, you can connect with a trusted reader through chat or call in a private, comfortable setting. This convenience doesn’t diminish the power of the reading – in fact, many people find they can open up more freely when receiving guidance from home.

Before your reading, take a moment to center yourself in a quiet space.

Have your question ready and keep an open mind about the insights that may come through, just like using a spinner wheel for random decisions. Your reader will guide you through the process, helping you understand not just the yes or no answer, but the deeper wisdom the cards reveal.

Remember, while simple tools might offer quick answers, your important life decisions deserve the depth and wisdom that spiritual guidance provides. A thoughtful tarot reading goes beyond basic yes or no responses to illuminate your path forward with clarity and understanding.

Practice reading for different types of yes/no questions. You’ll find what system you like best, so stick with that if you read for other people. And remember, though it is tempting to pull cards for what actions other people will take, you can’t accurately read for another’s future choices.

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