I really struggled with finding something to
write about in this month's introduction.
I've never been someone who can write blog
posts or interesting emails every week. I
often have trouble with this column but
something usually suggests itself before the
deadline. But even with the grace period of
Leap Day, I was totally up against it.

I considered finding some way to connect
tarot to Leap Day but it would be a real
stretch -- not to mention, this is the March
issue and I didn't want to be writing about
something in February.

I tried drawing some tarot cards for an
idea. This has worked in the past, but this
time I just stared at the cards and got
nothing. 

Then I asked ChatGPT to suggest something.
I tried one of the sample prompts and asked
for "a fun fact about the Suit of Wands."
Perhaps a pithy statement about each of the
four suits would do the trick. But instead
of a short "fun fact," it gave me three long
paragraphs about the Suit of Wands, none of
which was new or interesting. Fail.

As a last resort, I tried bibliomancy. I opened
a large book to a random right-hand page,
closed my eyes and pointed my finger to
the word "Conference." I had considered
writing something about the upcoming
Readers Studio tarot conference but had
decided against it. So I tried it again. I
opened the book to another random page,
this time on the left-hand side and in a
different chapter. Guess what? My finger
landed squarely on....... "conference"!!!! 
Un-freakin'-believable! Wow. Just wow.

So apparently, the universe said that it's
Really Important that I tell you to register
for the 2024 Readers Studio at the end of
April if you haven't already done so. It's
Really Important that you know something
Really Important will happen for you there. 

Now I may choose to ignore ideas that come
into my head, but I have learned never to
ignore Really Important Messages from
the Universe. You shouldn't either. There's
still time to register.
https://thereadersstudio.com 


And one more thing...

Wald and I have been thinking about offering
a 4- to 6-week intensive on Practical Reading
Techniques with Birth Cards. The course would
focus specifically on readings and would not
include instruction on the Birth Card sets
themselves. (We have a written course for that.)
We'd hold it over Zoom but it would be in
addition to our weekly Tarot Salons.

Since Wald also teaches classes to students
in China, we're not sure whether we would
have the time and energy to add this third
project. If this sounds like something you'd
really like to attend, please drop us a quick
email at [email protected] and let us
know. It will help us decide whether or not
to do it. Thanks so much! 


Wishing you joy along the tarot path,

 

Diviner's Corner

KIPPER CARDS



Fin De Siècle Kipper by Ciro Marchetti


Originating from 19th-century Germany,
Kipper Cards have captivated the hearts and
minds of divination enthusiasts with their
intricate designs and profound storytelling
capabilities. 

Unlike the mystical symbols found in Tarot,
Kipper Cards depict more relatable, everyday
scenes, focusing on human relationships,
professional endeavors and social interactions.
Kipper Cards can also serve as a tool for
self-discovery, helping you to understand
your place in the world and your connections
with others.

While they have traditional spreads such as
the "Three Cards Spread" for simple
questions or the "Nine Cards Spread" for
more complex queries, Kipper Cards are
flexible, allowing you to adapt and create
new spreads that cater to your personal
questions and situations. 

Here are some things to know that will help
get you started: 

Main Characters:
Pay special attention to the Main Character
cards, such as the Main Male or Main Female,
as they often represent the querent or significant
individuals in the querent's life. The context of
these cards within the reading can offer deep
insights into personal relationships and
individual influences.

Auspicious vs. Inauspicious Card Placement:
The position of a card within a spread can
indicate whether its influence is positive
(auspicious) or negative (inauspicious). For
instance, cards falling in future positions
might suggest outcomes based on current
trajectories, whereas cards in obstacle
positions might highlight challenges or
adversities.

Directionality of the Characters:
Many Kipper Cards feature characters
looking or facing a certain direction,
which can influence the interpretation.
A character looking towards another card
can indicate focus, interest, or influence
towards the aspect or person represented
by that card.

Near vs. Far Card Placements:
The proximity of certain cards to key cards
(like the Main Characters) can affect their
impact on the reading. Cards that are closer
might signify influences or events that are
more immediate or have a stronger effect on
the querent's situation.

Combining Card Meanings:
While interpreting individual cards is essential,
the true art of reading Kipper Cards comes from
understanding how the cards interact with
each other. Look for themes or messages that
emerge from the combination of cards and how
they might weave together to form a coherent
narrative about the querent's question or
situation.

Intuition and Context:
Beyond the traditional meanings and placements,
your intuition plays a critical role in interpreting
readings. The context of the querent's life, the
nuances of their question, and the vibe you get
from the cards all contribute to a personalized
and insightful reading.

Diving into Kipper Cards is more than just
learning a new form of divination — it's
about discovering another tool for personal
development and insight. These cards are
particularly focused on the tangible,
showing their strength in deciphering the
complexities of everyday life and social
interaction.

Whether you are in search of direct answers
or broader life guidance, the Kipper Cards,
with their compelling illustrations and
narratives, offer a deeper understanding of
the tangible world. So why not give them a try?
You may find that they have just the right kind
of practical advice you're looking for.


Resources:

• Kipper interpretations, courses, video and more
from Toni Puhle, author of The Card Geek's
Guide to Kipper Cards
https://www.worlddivinationassociation.com/kippercards


• Meet the Seaborn Kipper
This is an introduction to a new deck plus
an informative interview about Kipper readings.
https://www.llewellyn.com/journal/article/3156


We’d love your suggestion or submissions
for this column! If you have an idea or would
like to contribute, please contact us at
[email protected].

 

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Unlocking the Secret Language of Tarot:
22 Keys to Understanding Its Symbolic Imagery

AUDIOBOOK EDITION!

Are you a lover of audiobooks? If so, you
may be happy to know that the new edition
of our book, Unlocking the Secret Language
of Tarot is available in that format. 

I have to say that having listened to Wald
for almost 30 years, it was a bit of a
disconnect for me to hear it narrated by a
woman but that may not matter to you. 

Here's the link to a 50-minute YouTube
"video" of the narration. Since the
recording is so long, it's probably the
whole first chapter.

https://youtu.be/Ilv6THoDkIA?si=wVztoi5BcTxO7T5T


If you want to know more about the
book first, pop over to our website for the
lowdown on what's inside. You can also
purchase an autographed copy of the
physical book here: 

https://tarotschool.com/secret_language_of_tarot.html


 

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Meet The Reader
BRANDY RACHELLE

By Sharonah Rapseik, Ph.D., CMAP



             

Brandy Rachelle is a professional tarot
reader, energy healer, spiritual guide,
writer, podcaster, and teacher.

Brandy has been studying tarot for over two
decades and began openly reading for the
general public in 2015. Up until 2017, she
worked as a crime and intelligence analyst
and used her intuitive gifts along with the
guidance of the tarot to work major crimes
cases across the country while reading for
friends, law enforcement professionals and
others who working within the criminal
justice field.

Today Brandy continues to regularly assist
local, state and federal law enforcement and
intelligence agencies on cases as a crime
analyst and forensic psychic, the vast
majority of her time is now sent reading
tarot for private clients looking for guidance
in their lives.

Brandy's background in working with people
from all over the United States and foreign
nations has helped her to become a far more
well rounded reader, allowing her to have a
better understanding of the human experience
and its challenges, and knowing the vital
importance of empathy, compassion and
professionalism. These deeper insights have
carried over into helping her serve a diverse
clientele from all walks of life, belief systems,
cultures, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic
statuses and more.

In an effort to change the way in which law
enforcement and the public view and engage
with psychics and tarot readers, Brandy
trains other tarot readers and psychics on
ways to fine tune their skills to better work
with law enforcement and the families of
missing persons as a forensic psychic.

Aside from reading tarot and assisting law
enforcement, Brandy loves to research,
write, and teach. In 2022 Brandy and
Jennifer Steidley, launched "Keepin' It
Symbol" a podcast channel dedicated to
helping others interpret signs from the
Universe through the art of symbolism.

Sharonah Rapseik:
Brandy, what makes your tarot practice
unique and how do you express it?

Brandy Rachelle: 
My tarot practice is unique because as a
crime analyst, I view tarot through the lens
of human behavior analysis. Every Major
Arcana and Court card has a motive,
something that drives why they do what
they do. 

Most readers focus on the expression of
the behavior of that card, I focus on the
motives so that I can predict with precision
what they will do or say and how they will
do it based on their triggers. This is what
we see in the Minor Arcana cards. 

Each Major Arcana or Court card has a
"Jekyll and Hyde" side, and which version
you get is predicated on the Minor Arcana
card at hand. 

For example:
What exactly does the 7 of Swords look like
for the Queen of Cups and what has to happen
to her specifically to trigger that kind of
behavior?

Sharonah:
Thank you Brandy, it’s been a pleasure
to meet you!
 

To Follow Brandy Rachelle:

Website: 
https://www.brandyrachelle.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BrandyRachelleTarot

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC30h-OyyGcH0uags_Vc8VEA

X:
https://twitter.com/BrandyRachelle_

Email:
[email protected]

About Sharonah:

 

Sharonah Rapseik is an Artist / Designer,
Author, Tarot Reader, Radio Host and
Producer for Psychic Talk Radio.

Visit her at:
https://psychictalk.net/sharonah/


 

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