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10 must-try 3-card Tarot spreads for beginners (easy & insightful!)

Ten powerful and unique 3-card tarot spreads that will help you unlock insights and make better decisions.

Feb 22, 20253 min read

How to prepare for your Tarot reading: A client’s guide

So, you’ve booked your first tarot reading—exciting! Whether you're seeking clarity, insight, or guidance, your first tarot session can be an enlightening and transformative experience. To help you get the most out of it, here’s a guide on how to prepare both mentally and energetically for your reading. 1. Set Your Intention Before your session, take a moment to reflect on why you're seeking a tarot reading. Are you looking for answers regarding a specific situation—career, r

Jun 12, 20233 min read

Using Tarot for shadow work and emotional healing

Tarot can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and emotional healing, especially when used for shadow work.

Jun 12, 20233 min read

Uncovering Tarot myths: What Tarot is (and isn’t)

Tarot has captivated people for centuries, but along the way, it's gathered a few myths that misrepresent what tarot really is. These myths can cause confusion, skepticism, or fear around tarot readings. In reality, tarot is a tool for introspection, guidance, and personal growth. Let’s uncover some common misconceptions and clarify what tarot is—and isn’t. Myth 1: Tarot Predicts the Future with Certainty? Reality: Tarot isn’t about set-in-stone predictions. Instead, it offe

Jun 12, 20233 min read

What energy are you stepping into this week?

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

Knight of Pentacles

This week brings grounded and intentional energy. Work smarter, not harder. Every step you take should be solid, practical, and purposeful. Move methodically and take firm action that brings you closer to your goals. It is important to materialize what is in your mind—don’t leave it as only an idea.

Justice

This week calls for honesty, accountability, and balanced decisions. Look at the facts clearly and consider the consequences of your choices. Make sure your actions align with what you say you want. Justice reminds you that the energy and effort you put into a situation will influence what comes back to you.

Nine of Wands

This week calls for resilience, perseverance, and strong boundaries. You may feel tired, but you are closer than you think, so now is not the time to quit. Protect your energy, learn from what you have already experienced, and keep moving forward.

✨ Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Comment your card below

#pickacardreading #tarotguidance #weeklyenergy #intuitivemessage #spiritualgrowth

People often ask me if our loved ones can send us signs.

I can’t prove it with science, but I can share my own experience.

One morning, I was dropping Gabriel off at daycare, and I was feeling incredibly sad. As I drove, I quietly asked my grandfather,

“If you’re around, can you send me a sign?”

When we got to daycare, Gabriel did something completely out of the ordinary.

He usually went straight to the toy box to look for dinosaurs.

But that day, he reached in, picked up a gorilla, walked over, and handed it to me.

My grandfather’s favorite animal was a gorilla.

In that moment, my heart knew exactly what it meant.

Could someone else call it a coincidence?

Of course.

But sometimes, signs aren’t about convincing everyone else. They’re about bringing comfort to the person who needed it most.

Have you ever had a moment that felt too meaningful to ignore? I’d love to hear your story. ❤️

#SignsFromSpirit #MediumshipDiary #GriefHealing #LovedOnesInSpirit #EvidentialMediumship

✨ What energy are you stepping into this week? ✨

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

Three of Cups

This week is all about connection and celebration. Spend time with the people who lift you up and don’t forget to celebrate your progress. No step is too small to acknowledge. Every step forward is bringing you closer to your goals.

Ace of Cups

This week your heart may be guiding you toward something new. An idea, opportunity, or inspiration that genuinely excites you could appear. Don’t dismiss it just because it feels too ambitious or unrealistic. Follow what lights you up and see where it leads.

The Emperor

This week is about focus, discipline, and strong boundaries. Get clear on what truly matters and commit to following through. At the same time, be mindful of how you show up with others. The Emperor is confident and structured, but if taken to the extreme, he can become too rigid or emotionally distant. Lead with confidence while leaving room for compassion and understanding.

✨ Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Comment your card below 👇

#pickacardreading
#tarotguidance
#weeklyenergy
#intuitivemessage
#spiritualgrowth

One of the biggest misconceptions about the Spirit World is that people suddenly become completely different after they pass.

In my experience, they don’t.

The quiet person is often still quiet.
The joker is still a joker.
The loving mum is still incredibly nurturing.

Their essence, the things that made them them, is still there.

In this reading, a husband came through and reminded his wife about the signs he had been sending her. Spirit showed me a glass of water… and then I saw an animal jumping into it.

I confidently said, “I think it’s a frog.”

She laughed and said, “No… it was a lizard!” 😂

It was exactly the kind of unexpected, quirky sign he would send her.

Moments like these always make me smile because they remind us that love doesn’t disappear, it simply finds new ways to communicate.

Sometimes those signs are beautiful.
Sometimes they’re funny.
And sometimes they’re so oddly specific that only you would understand them.

Have you ever received a sign from someone you love that made you stop and think, “That had to be you.” ❤️

#mediumship #signsfromlovedones #spiritcommunication #griefhealing #evidentialmediumship

✨ What energy are you stepping into this week?

⚡ Knight of Wands
This week is calling you into action. There is momentum available to you, so don’t let it go to waste. Take charge of the goals, dreams, and projects you’ve been putting off. Progress doesn’t come from waiting, it comes from moving. Use this energy to take the next step.

🌟 The Fool
A new beginning is waiting for you, but it requires courage. You don’t need to have every step figured out before you begin. You only need to take the first one. The first step is often the hardest because it feels uncertain, but this week is inviting you to do the thing that scares you. Trust yourself and begin.

🗡️ Ace of Swords
Expect fresh ideas, moments of clarity, and new perspectives. At the same time, be mindful of becoming overwhelmed by too many possibilities. Cut through the noise, think logically, and focus on what truly aligns with your goals. Clarity comes when you simplify.

✨ Overall message:
This week’s energy is all about moving forward. Take the leap, trust yourself, and let clarity guide your next steps instead of fear.

Which card resonated with you the most this week?
#WeeklyTarot #TarotGuidance #TarotCommunity #IntuitiveGuidance #PersonalGrowth

Most people don’t book a tarot reading for the wrong reasons on purpose.

They simply don’t know what tarot is meant to do.

Tarot isn’t about handing your power to the cards.

It’s not about fortune telling, yes-or-no answers or someone making your decisions for you.

A good reading gives you something much more valuable: Clarity.

It helps you recognize patterns, understand your current energy, and explore the possibilities in front of you.

What you do with that information is still your choice.

Because your future isn’t fixed.

Every decision you make shifts the path ahead.

That’s why I believe tarot is one of the most powerful tools for personal transformation, when you’re ready to listen, reflect, and take responsibility for your life.

Which of these surprised you the most?

I’d love to hear your thoughts.

If you’re looking for honest guidance rather than easy answers, my readings are always available through the link in my bio.

#TarotReading #TarotCommunity #SpiritualGrowth #SelfDiscovery #MariaThorne

One of the questions I hear most often is:

“If my loved one had Alzheimer’s or dementia, are they still confused in the Spirit World?”

In my experience as a developing medium, the answer is no.

Alzheimer’s and dementia affect the physical brain. When I have connected with loved ones who experienced these conditions, they have come through as themselves: clear, aware, and often with the personality their family remembers before the illness.

For many people, that thought brings immense comfort. ❤️

If you’ve cared for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia, you know how heartbreaking it is to watch the disease change their memory, communication, and personality. But in my mediumship experiences, those qualities are not what define them.

They come through with love, recognition, and the essence of who they truly are.

Have you ever wondered about this? Let me know in the comments. 👇

This reflects my personal experience and understanding through mediumship. Every reading is unique, and no two experiences are exactly the same.

#Mediumship #evidentialmediumship #LifeAfterLoss #SpiritCommunication #HealingJourney

✨ Collective Guidance ✨

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

Two of Cups

This week calls for balanced and meaningful relationships. Take time to appreciate the people you love and let them know how much they mean to you. Sometimes the smallest gestures strengthen the deepest connections.

Temperance

This week calls for balance and moderation. Remember that nothing in excess is healthy. Organize your time in a way that allows you to nurture your relationships, enjoy life, and take care of your responsibilities. You don’t have to choose one over the other, you can create harmony between them.

Seven of Pentacles

This week calls for patience, consistency, and dedication. Growth doesn’t happen overnight, but it also doesn’t happen without effort. Plant the right seeds today and continue to nurture them with intention. The work you do now will determine what you harvest later.

Take what resonates and leave the rest.

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One of the hardest things to explain about mediumship is this:

I can’t guarantee who will come through.

People often book a session hoping to connect with a specific person, but spirit has its own wisdom. Sometimes the person we expect doesn’t step forward first. Sometimes someone completely unexpected arrives.

Recently, I had a sitter receive a message from someone she never imagined would come through.

He came with an apology.

She had been waiting more than 30 years to hear those words.

Neither of us expected it. There was no way I could have planned for it or predicted it. But in that moment, something that had remained open for decades found a little bit of peace.

That, to me, is the beauty of this work.

Mediumship isn’t about controlling the conversation.

It’s about creating space for healing, trusting what unfolds, and being open to receiving what your soul may need, even when it’s not what you thought you came for.

#Mediumship
#evidentialmediumship
#LifeAfterDeath
#HealingJourney
#MessagesFromSpirit

✨ Collective Guidance ✨

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

Queen of Swords

This week calls for effective communication and truth. Use your intellect and communication skills to avoid misunderstandings. Lead with facts rather than emotions when navigating important situations. Be clear, honest, and direct. Don’t leave anything open to interpretation.

Four of Wands

This week brings stability and grounding. Things may feel calm, and while you might not see major progress, remember that not moving backwards is progress too. Take a moment to appreciate what you have built and enjoy the sense of peace around you.

Three of Wands

This week invites you to think about the future and your next steps. Bring passion, vision, and excitement to what you are creating. Use the momentum and determination you feel to start planning and planting seeds for what comes next.

✨ Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Comment your card below

#pickacardreading
#tarotguidance
#weeklyenergy
#intuitivemessage
#spiritualgrowth

I am Venezuelan, and my heart is with my people.

For those we have lost, those still missing, and those waiting for a miracle beneath the rubble.

Fuerza, Venezuela. 🖤🇻🇪 #Venezuela

Did you know your birthday has a Tarot Birth Card attached to it?

Some people are drawn to The Star.
Others carry the energy of The Hermit, Strength, The Lovers, or even The Devil.

Your Birth Card can reveal:
✨ The lessons you’re here to learn
✨ Your natural gifts
✨ The challenges that help you grow
✨ The deeper message your soul is trying to express

I walk you through how to calculate yours in this post.

Once you’ve found your number, tell me your card below 👇

And if math isn’t your thing, just comment your birthday and I’ll tell you your card.

I read every comment. 🤍

#TarotBirthCard
#TarotCommunity
#SpiritualGuidance
#TarotReader
#MariaThorne

✨ Collective Guidance ✨

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

Four of Pentacles

This week you may feel like things in your material world are not moving forward as quickly as you would like. Take a moment to look at where you may be holding on too tightly or trying to control the outcome. Sometimes the more we grip, the less room we leave for new opportunities to enter. Release what you can and allow the Universe to meet you halfway.

King of Swords

This week your intellect and communication skills are your greatest allies. Be fair, truthful, and direct. Use facts rather than emotions when navigating important conversations. Stay ahead of communication, don’t be ambiguous, and don’t leave room for unnecessary misunderstandings.

Judgement

This week may bring an important realization or “aha” moment. Something you’ve been avoiding, questioning, or postponing becomes clear. Trust what you already know deep down. The time may be coming to make the decision you’ve known you needed to make.

✨ Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Comment your card below 👇

#pickacardreading
#tarotguidance
#weeklyenergy
#intuitivemessage
#spiritualgrowth

If your spirit guides could send you a text message right now…

What would it say?
The very first thing that came to mind.

Sometimes the messages we need are surprisingly simple.

I’m curious…

If your spirit guides could send you a text message right now, what would it say?

Drop it in the comments.

#SpiritGuides #SpiritualJourney #TarotCommunity #IntuitiveGuidance #SelfReflection

The first time I got a name in a reading, I thought I was making it up.

I was practicing with a sitter and things were going well. I had the personality of the woman in spirit, details about her life, and enough evidence that I felt comfortable.

Then I asked for a push.

I wanted to stretch myself and see what else I could get.

So my sitter said:

“Maria, give me her name.”

I started laughing.

“I’m asking for a gentle push, not for you to throw me out of the window!”

But once I had asked for it, there was no backing out.

“Maria, I believe in you. Give me her name.”

Suddenly my mind started doing that thing old airport boards used to do, where all the letters spin and change.

Letters were flashing through my mind.

I had no idea if any of it was real.

Then one name landed.

Dolores.

I laughed again and told him:

“Listen, I’ll give you the name, but I have absolutely no idea what’s about to happen.”

At that point I was convinced I had made the whole thing up.

So I took a breath and said:

“Her name is Dolores.”

Without missing a beat, he smiled and said:

“Good job, Maria. That’s Dolores.”

I remember staring at him thinking:

WHAT?!?!?!

I couldn’t believe it.

That moment didn’t just teach me something about mediumship.

It taught me something about trust.

Sometimes the difference between a message coming through and a message being lost is simply being willing to say the thing you’re afraid to say.

Have you ever had a moment that completely changed your confidence in yourself?

#MyMediumshipDiary
#MediumshipDevelopment
#EvidentialMedium
#SpiritCommunication
#mediumship

✨ Collective Guidance

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

Knight of Wands

This week there is a force within you that is pushing you forward. Take advantage of this momentum and move ahead with passion, determination, and confidence. Trust your instincts, take action, and don’t be afraid to pursue what excites you.

8 of Swords

This week your mind may be working overtime, keeping your focus on the problem instead of the solution. When you’re in the middle of it, it can feel like there is no way out of your current situation. The truth is that staying stuck in that perspective is a choice, and shifting your perspective is a choice too.

What are you going to choose?

Queen of Wands

This week you will be reminded of your own power. Use your charisma, authenticity, confidence, and leadership to move forward. The Queen of Wands is unapologetically herself. She doesn’t wait for permission to shine, and neither should you.

✨ Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Comment your card below 👇

#pickacardreading
#tarotguidance
#weeklyenergy
#intuitivemessage
#queenofwands

This was one of the hardest readings I’ve ever done.

Not because spirit didn’t come through.

Not because the evidence wasn’t there.

But because my sitter wasn’t ready to hear the messages her parents wanted to share.

As mediums, we don’t choose the message.

Our job is simply to deliver it with honesty, compassion, and as much love as possible.

In that moment, all I could do was trust spirit and trust that the message was being given for a reason.

Sometimes it needs time.

And sometimes the messages we resist the most are the ones that have the power to change us.

That’s one of the many things mediumship continues to teach me.

#MyMediumshipDiary
#MediumshipDevelopment
#EvidentialMedium
#SpiritCommunication
#MediumshipJourne

When people think of scary tarot cards, most people immediately think of The Tower.

I don’t.

The cards that make me the most uncomfortable are the ones that keep us stuck.

The 10 of Wands reminds me of what happens when we carry too much for too long.

And the 4s? They remind me how easy it is to stay in situations that are comfortable but no longer aligned.

Relationships that are “fine.”

Jobs that are “fine.”

Lives that look stable from the outside while a part of you quietly wonders if there’s more.

At least The Tower brings change.

At least The Tower gives us the opportunity to rebuild.

And sometimes that’s exactly what we need.

I’m curious…

Which tarot card scares you the most?

#TarotForRealLife
#TarotReader
#TarotCommunity
#SpiritualGrowth
#tarotofinstagram

✨ Collective Guidance ✨

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

Queen of Pentacles

This week calls for productivity, organization, and practicality. Be the CEO of your life. The Queen of Pentacles is the one who has all the balls in the air and knows where they are going to land. She works smarter, not harder, and understands that consistency creates results. Focus on what truly matters and trust your ability to manage it all.

6 of Wands

This week calls for persistence. Celebrate your achievements, no matter how small they may seem. Progress is still progress. Keep moving forward with confidence, determination, and drive. You are closer than you think.

The Hanged Man

This week may feel slower than expected, as if nothing is moving or changing. Instead of forcing outcomes, surrender to the pause. There is wisdom in waiting. Use this time to look at things from a different perspective and trust that clarity will come when the timing is right.

✨ Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Comment your card below 👇

#pickacardreading
#tarotguidance
#weeklyenergy
#intuitivemessage
#spiritualgrowth

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What stood out to me in Rachel’s review wasn’t the kind words (although I’m incredibly thankful for them).

It was the part where she talked about recognizing a pattern that was affecting her life and decisions.

Because honestly?

That’s what happens in so many readings.

People come looking for answers, and instead they end up seeing themselves in a completely different way.

The cards have a funny way of doing that.

They don’t just tell a story.

They show you what’s been sitting underneath the surface all along.

Rachel, thank you for trusting me and for sharing your experience.

And to everyone who’s been following along quietly, wondering if a reading is right for you…

Maybe this is your sign to stop trying to figure everything out on your own. 🤍

#TarotReading
#PsychicReading
#Mediumship
#MediumshipReading
#TarotReader

The first time I felt spirit outside of a reading, I genuinely thought I was making it all up.

Someone had asked for a reading, and I knew nothing about him.

Later that day, I was driving to pick up my kids with my music blasting when I suddenly became aware of a presence.

And let’s just say… he was not a fan of my playlist. 😂

The next song that came on was Beethoven, and I felt him instantly relax.

That was when things started getting really interesting.

I began receiving impressions about his personality, his interests, how he carried himself, and even how he had passed.

The entire time I kept arguing with myself:

“You’re imagining this.”

“You’re making this up.”

“This can’t be real.”

That night, I sat down with my sitter and shared everything.

One by one, he confirmed it all.

That was the first time I realized spirit communication didn’t only happen when I was intentionally doing a reading.

And honestly? It completely changed the way I understood mediumship.

Have you ever had an experience you couldn’t explain?

#MediumshipDiary #MediumshipDevelopment #EvidentialMedium #MediumshipJourney #SpiritCommunication

✨ Collective Guidance ✨

Take a deep breath and pick your card.

King of Swords

This week your intellect and communication skills will be your greatest assets. Remember not to leave anything open to interpretation. Some conversations require facts, not emotions. Communicate in a truthful, clear, and eloquent way to avoid misunderstandings and unnecessary conflict.

Knight of Wands

This week brings a surge of motivation, determination, and fire. You may feel inspired to take action and move things forward. Use this energy wisely. Start the project, have the conversation, take the first step, and trust your momentum.

Judgement

This week may bring an important realization or “aha” moment. Something that has been unclear may suddenly make sense. Pay attention to insights, patterns, and intuitive nudges. This clarity is here to help you make decisions and move forward with greater confidence.

Take what resonates and leave the rest.

Comment your card below 👇

#pickacardreading
#tarotguidance
#weeklyenergy
#intuitivemessage
#spiritualgrowth

Feeling stuck?

Whether it’s a relationship, career decision, life transition, or simply a feeling that something needs to change, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

A tarot reading won’t make your decisions for you.

But it can help you see what you’re not seeing, understand the energy around your situation, and move forward with more clarity and confidence.

✨ Relationships
✨ Career & Business
✨ Life Transitions
✨ Self-Trust & Direction

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to book a reading, this is your invitation.

📩 DM me or book through the link in my bio.

#TarotReading
#TarotReader
#PsychicTarotReading
#SpiritualGuidance
#LifeTransitions

I was in the middle of a mediumship practice and my mind kept going:

“Girl… you’ve been watching too much 911 and Chicago PD.” 😂

I was seeing a man who worked in a factory.
There had been an explosion.
His arm and throat were the most affected.

And honestly?
I almost dismissed the whole thing.

The woman I was reading for couldn’t validate any of it.
No factory. No explosion. Nothing.

But then she asked her mother.

And her mother said:

“Yes. That was your grandfather.”

He worked in a factory.
There was an explosion.
His arm and throat were the most affected.

Every single detail.

Moments like this remind me that mediumship doesn’t always come through in ways that make logical sense to me.

Sometimes the evidence feels random. Sometimes my mind doubts it immediately.

But I’ve learned not to dismiss what comes through just because my human brain doesn’t understand it yet.

#mediumship #developingmedium #evidentialmediumship #psychicmedium #mediumshipdevelopment

Some readings bring comfort.
Some bring clarity.
Some remind you that your loved ones are still closer than you think.

And sometimes… a reading helps you finally see what your soul has been trying to tell you all along.

I’m deeply grateful for every person who has trusted me with their stories, questions, grief, healing, and hope. 🤍

If you’ve been feeling curious, pulled, or like there’s something you need clarity on… this might be your sign to explore it.

✨ Tarot
✨ Mediumship
✨ Psychic guidance
✨ Honest, grounded support

DM me or book your session through the link in my bio. 🤍

#tarotreader #mediumship #psychicmedium #tarotcommunity #spiritualguidance psychicreading

Hi, I’m Maria. 🤍

I’m a tarot consultant, intuitive guide, and developing evidential medium.

But more than that…

I help people reconnect with themselves when life feels heavy, confusing, overwhelming, or emotionally loud.

My approach to tarot and mediumship is grounded, honest, and focused on clarity, not fear.

I’m not here to tell you what to do or create dependency.

I’m here to help you:
• understand what’s really happening underneath the surface
• recognize emotional patterns
• reconnect with your intuition
• and feel a little less alone while navigating life

I guide, you decide.
You are always in your power.

And if you’re here, I’m really glad you found me. ✨
#tarotreader
#intuitiveguidance
#mediumship
#spiritualguidance
#evidentialmediumship

Most people don’t book a reading because they want predictions.
They book because life feels heavy.

Because they’re overwhelmed.
Stuck in their head.
Emotionally exhausted.
Trying to hold everything together while quietly feeling disconnected from themselves.

Sometimes you don’t need someone to “tell your future.”
You need a different perspective.
A moment to pause.
Someone in your corner helping you see what you can’t see when you’re in the middle of it.

That’s what I hope my readings feel like. 🤍

If life has been feeling heavy lately, the link in bio is there when you’re ready.

#tarotreader #tarotreading #spiritualguidance #selfdiscovery #tarotcommunity

The first time I saw Spirit, I asked my teacher if I needed to mix the leg of a frog with the eye of a bat.

I had no idea what I was doing. I thought mediumship required something dramatic a ritual, a process, something different from just… being still.
But I got quiet. And then my whole body went into goosebumps.
A man came forward. He pushed his face close to mine, I could see his eyes so clearly. Light. Almost transparent.
He showed me his heart attack. He let me feel his personality, the heart attack, his way of discipline the kids
Five minutes later my teacher stopped me.
“Maria, how are you feeling?”
I was in complete disbelief. Is this real?
She looked at me and said
“Yes. You are a medium.”
I’ve never forgotten that moment. Not because it was perfect. But because nothing in my life had ever felt that true.

This is My Mediumship Diary, real stories from real readings and the honest journey of becoming a medium. Follow along.

#MediumshipDevelopment
#EvidentialMediumship
#MediumshipStories
#DevelopingMedium
#MyMediumshipDiary

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