Philosophy And Ethics of Tarot
PHILOSOPHY OF TAROT
It may surprise you, but I don’t give advice.
So, what, you ask, is the point of consulting the Tarot, or at any rate, of consulting with me?
The answer is, “It depends”. Do you see yourself as the passive recipient of whatever Fate has in store for you? Is the universe (or God, or Source, or whatever term you prefer) some kind of cranky teacher who tells you what’s what, and won’t stand for any back talk? “Because I said so, young woman, that’s why!” If this is how you see it, I’m not the right Reader for you…and that’s okay.
Or do you see yourself as someone with control and choices? Someone who would prefer to be empowered to make the choices that will shape your future? If so, I could well be the right Reader for you.
While I don’t believe the cards will reveal your fate, I know that they are terrific at helping you clarify your thinking, at encouraging and inspiring, and at lifting the veil on your unconscious. They certainly can suggest possibilities of future outcomes. They are absolutely brilliant at giving insight! Together — you, me, and the cards — we’ll explore your motivations and desires, we’ll uncover the best questions to ask.
And then, when we’ve gathered the input from the cards and your own spirit, YOU get to make the choices that will move you towards the future you desire.
Isn’t that better than just being told what’s going to happen?
Let’s explore, let’s delve, let’s create something absolutely tailor-made to you!
ETHICS OF TAROT
By purchasing a reading, you acknowledge that you have read and accept these principles.
Empowerment and Autonomy: As explained above in my Philosophy of Tarot, I will not tell you want to do, nor declare your future for you. Your future is not set in stone, and you are the one responsible to make decisions for your life. I can help, by giving insight and perspective, but I will never dictate your actions. When you purchase a reading, you acknowledge and agree that I am not responsible for any actions or events which may take place following this reading.
Majority: You must be at least 18 years old to receive a reading. (I assume there aren’t many teenagers hanging out in a website aimed at menopausal-ish women, but we’ll put it in writing just the same!)
Third-party readings: While sometimes readings on relationship questions will involve another person, I will not tell you what a person is thinking, feeling, or planning. We may need to talk about interactions and dynamics with other people, but the focus will always be on you, your choices, your possible actions.
Area of expertise: I am not a doctor, a lawyer, or a financial planner, and so do not give advice in these arenas. My readings are for entertainment and clarification purposes only. If you need medical, legal or financial advice, your best bet is to consult the appropriate professional.
Inclusivity, and good manners: Everyone is welcome, regardless of gender, orientation, sexuality, age, ethnic origin, religion…or whatever other category people have used to divide and exclude.
You are welcome so long as you are open, polite, and respectful, that is – which describes the vast majority of my clients, you lovely people, you! Rude, disrespectful, and/or aggressive people of any stripe will be banned. I will always treat you with respect; if this is not reciprocal, I will respectfully refund your money and you may seek elsewhere for help.
Confidentiality: Your information will always be kept confidential, unless you have given me written permission to share all or part of your reading, or to quote our correspondence. When I do ask permission to share, I will be very clear about exactly which parts I would like to use, and for what purpose.