Meanings tarot cards well-being and health
What are the meanings of tarot cards in terms of wellbeing and health? Of course we would like to know if we are doing well physically, but... can we ask the tarot? The answer to this question is 'yes'. It is indeed possible to ask the tarot certain questions related to our health.
At this point, however, I would like to clearly emphasise that it is absolutely not responsible to diagnose or use the advice the cards give in this field as an alternative to medical care!
I have deliberately kept the descriptions of the cards as brief as possible; the ultimate goal is for both the image and the (short) text to stimulate one's subconscious, causing a certain penny to drop, making it clear what is important to pay attention to right now.
Nevertheless, I always do explicitly advise everyone to always consult a doctor as well! The tarot is definitely not intended for diagnosis or as an alternative to regular medical treatments!
The texts below have previously appeared in the book The Intuitive Tarot.
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Explanation
Regarding health issues, ask the question you would like an answer to and then look up the corresponding meaning of the card you drew.
Methods:
- Sit with your cards in a place where the atmosphere is good, light a candle and/or incense if you feel comfortable doing so.
- With eyes closed, shuffle the cards as you ask your question.
- Spread the cards (blind) on the table.
- Open your eyes and choose the card that 'jumps out' for you.
- Grab this card and look up its meaning in the chart below.
- Look at the card, read the short description and see what feeling it triggers in you - in relation to your question. Don't think about it too long; your first reaction contains the answer!
Major Arcana
0. The Fool
You may be a bit restless, not sure what to do and open to everything. Nervous complaints may rear their head.
- The Magician
You may be a bit nervous or indecisive or both at times. Don't confuse yourself, which can sometimes lead to nervousness or uncertainty, which in turn can lead to physical discomfort.
- The High Priestess
Possibly your health is stable, just as your mind is balanced. After all, body and mind are interrelated. If you are a woman: Perhaps you suffer from some menstrual complaints or other discomforts related to your monthly cycle.
- The Empress
You may be feeling fine and in good health. Since the Empress is the fertility card par excellence, there is a chance of pregnancy.
- The Emperor
There may be stability, a good foundation, even in terms of health. However, stress can make you prone to allergies or if you are predisposed to this; skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and other rashes.
- The High Priest
You may be experiencing aching or stiff muscles in shoulders or neck or cramps in the stomach or abdomen. Ask yourself if it is a physical issue or if it has a psychological cause.
- The Beloved
You may be a little nervous about one thing or another, causing your heart rate and/or blood pressure to rise slightly. Stay as calm as possible. Is it really necessary for you to get so worked up sometimes? First and foremost, choose for yourself and your health.
- The Zegewagen
You may not have anything to worry about in terms of health, except that you have to be careful not to overestimate yourself. Disappointments can 'bite' you pretty hard as can rash actions.
- The Force
Possibly you feel good and are comfortable in your skin. You have a good amount of body strength and your health is good or improving. Sometimes this card also represents fertility!
- The Hermit
It may be important to take some time for yourself to calmly sort everything out and check for yourself whether you are really living a healthy life. Try not to look for something bad behind every little pain, but rather see a doctor before you scare yourself unnecessarily.
- Wheel of Fortune
You may be in good health, but you need to make sure you keep drinking enough (water/tea). Your liver has many tasks to perform and you make it easier for it when you keep your fluid levels up. Avoid nicotine, alcohol and drugs and watch out for too much cholesterol. Your liver is busy enough purifying your blood without having to filter all those harmful substances out of your system first.
- The Justice
You may be prone to rheumatic diseases or joint pain due to other causes. Keep drinking enough water/tea so that your body can get rid of all waste products optimally. Pay attention to your posture to avoid stiffness and (back) pain.
- The Hanged Man
You may feel listless and/or depressed. Also, keep trying to see the positive things, otherwise your depressive feelings may also cause actual physical exhaustion.
- Death
A particular physical problem may be coming to an end precisely because this card is associated with liberation and renewal.
- The Moderation
You find that you will find a certain calm when you do everything a bit more in moderation and bring a certain balance to your life. This card is traditionally a good harbinger in connection with health questions.
- The Devil
You may be dependent on certain stimulants like coffee, nicotine, and sometimes in worse cases medicines, drugs or alcohol. Also, this card may relate to other addictions like gambling, computing, gaming, sex, food, etc. or a certain mindset that negatively affects your daily life.
- The Tower
Possibly you are gloomy or even really depressed. This can affect your physical health in a negative way. Try to get to the root of the problem and remember that there is certainly plenty to go on for. After every winter, no matter how long, spring always follows in the end
- The Star
Possibly you are in good health and in case you had some health complaints, most likely an improvement in the situation occurs and will continue.
- The Moon
Fears, insecurities, phobias can play tricks on you. Attachment anxiety, fear of making choices, or fear of the unknown also occurs when the Moon appears. Make sure you do not lose your stability and become unstable as a result. Listen to your feelings, your intuition will tell you what is best to do now or not to do. If necessary, ask for help while confronting your (unconscious?) fears.
- The Sun
Possibly there is enthusiasm that increases your life force, makes you feel energetic and healthy. Both mentally and physically, you feel good about yourself and... sometimes this card even represents fertility!
- The Verdict
You may be experiencing a sense of a figurative 'rebirth'. As if you are developing a 'new you'. You are the same, with the same foundation, but with better physical fitness and mental well-being. Balance seems to have been found and you can now take advantage of it!
- The World
You may have good immunity and ditto health. You are well grounded which makes you feel strong and well balanced. Probably 'your real age' is younger than you really are because of your good shape and zest for life. You are as young as you feel and that surely applies to you.
Minor Arcana, Rods
Rod Ace
Risk of overheating, palpitations, (also possible due to intense exercise) excitement, as well as fertility.
Rod two
You are probably not completely comfortable in your own skin, but don't really suffer from anything either. Go for a walk and get plenty of fresh air. Nature will do you good.
Rod three
Possibly recovering from illness or injury, your health seems to be improving!
Rod four
Enjoy parties and socialising with others, but keep a tight rein on fatty foods and alcohol. A (short) holiday will do you good.
Rod five
You probably over-demand, are overtired, and/or suffer from nervousness or muscle pain. Nerves can also flare up, including in the teeth!
Bar six
You may get the right help from a competent doctor, feel better after a period of illness or weakness partly thanks to your own fighting spirit and/or positive thinking.
Rod seven
You possess a lot of energy, are strong enough to face adversity and your resistance and health are slowly but surely improving!
Rod eight
The dangers of stress lurk, which can leave you feeling tired and exhausted. Take more rest, and in addition, try doing some sport, a healthy way to relax.
Bar nine
Your resistance will get stronger and little by little you will feel better. Old wounds heal, both literal and figurative, take your time to recover and try to do some exercise in addition.
Bar ten
Possibly you are overtired or you are too rushed which can cause you to hurt yourself. Probably you are suffering from stress and in need of rest!
Bars Squire
This card indicates good health and strong resistance.
Rod Knight
'Haste is seldom good', because of this, an accident is in a small corner. A fiery card that can represent the risk of injury, inflammation, but... also fertility!
Rod Queen
The likelihood of fertility is high, as this is a health-related card associated with sexuality and pregnancy.
Rod King
You may have good health and a strong body. Try not to overestimate yourself. Fine, you can handle a lot, but everyone has their limits, including you.
Minor Arcana, Swords
Swords Ace
Chance of injection or (keyhole) surgery.
Swords two
Try to care less about what others might think of you. Constantly taking others into account only creates stress and makes you feel insecure, which results in you feeling less at ease....
Swords three
There is a risk of cardiovascular disease (perhaps figuratively a 'broken heart'?), get checked out by a doctor if you have any symptoms.
Swords four
You may be overtired or need to recover at home or even in a hospital or spa to prevent overtiredness or stress from causing (further) physical discomfort.
Swords five
Arguments and recriminations almost literally eat you up inside.
Swords six
After a period of not feeling good about yourself, things slowly but surely improve.
Sifting swords
Certain physical symptoms are likely to be temporary and transient. Provided you don't fall back into old habits.
Swords eight
Anxiety and/or depression can be a source of real physical complaints and/or the cause of physical weakness, lack of energy or accidents. Don't place unnecessary restrictions on yourself.
Swords nine
There is a risk of insomnia and/or hypertension.
Swords ten
You probably have low immunity (due to overtiredness) and are prone to flu, colds, infections or inflammations. Acupuncture might offer a solution for certain physical complaints.
Swords Squire
Possible skin hypersensitivity due to stress, certain foods, chemicals or make-up. Chance of rashes, eczema or acne.
Swords Knight
Risk of injury from a fight or accident. Try to slow down!
Swords Queen
Sometimes this card indicates (temporary) infertility or stabbing pains in the abdomen, head or other parts of the body. If in doubt, get an examination by a doctor.
Swords King
Nervousness or a hypersensitive nervous system may be troubling you. Sometimes this card points to the possibility of surgery, but mostly to clear medical advice.
Minor Arcana, Cups
Cups Bait
Cups Ace represents good health or healing! For those who want to get pregnant, this card is a good harbinger!
Cups two
Health is good or is improving, there are no significant problems (anymore).
Cups three
There is progress, growth, recovery, healing or... pregnancy!
Cups four
Problems with the digestive system and/or nausea are among the possibilities. Do not drink too much alcohol and pay attention to the expiry date of perishable foods.
Cups five
Keep an eye on your blood pressure, which may be on the low side. Depressed feelings can have an adverse effect on your health (lethargy, fatigue, insomnia).
Cups six
Health is not quite right, there may be complaints that you once had before too. In that case, you may be able to fall back on remedies or (operations) that also helped you back then. If you have problems with your eyes, visit a doctor just to be sure.
Sifting cups
Sometimes this card involves a flight into alcohol and/or drugs, or a distorted view of reality due to medication.
Cups eight
It is important to unlearn certain habits that are not conducive to your health or break them with a situation that has the same effect. Delve a little more into the concept: moderation.
Cups nine
Also called 'the nine months card', this card indicates pregnancy. In other cases, it is a warning of an excessive lifestyle and/or obesity.
Cups ten
You have good health, make sure you maintain it by continuing to eat responsibly, getting enough sleep and exercising well.
Goblets Squire
Sometimes this card indicates sleep deprivation, an operation under anaesthesia or... a birth!
Goblets Knight
This card usually represents recovery or good health and being as young as you feel!
Cups Queen
Possibly you feel a bit weak and lack energy. Here, too, spirituality(and/or homeopathy, other alternative medicine) can offer good help.
Cups King
Possibly you are not feeling quite right in your own skin, but it is difficult to figure out exactly what is wrong with you. You may need to consult a doctor. In addition, sometimes a natural remedy works wonders!
Minor Arcana, Pentacles
Pentacles Ace
Health is good or getting good (again). Strength, well-being, growth and even fertility are the key words associated with this card. Sometimes this card represents a (new) good working medicine.
Pentacles two
Your health leaves something to be desired here and there. Stability is lacking, making you feel better some times than others. This can also cause mood swings or melancholy. Try to get more rest and relax with a good book.
Pentacles three
When body and mind are well balanced with each other, there is proper balance. You are capable of bringing this about!
Pentacles four
Problems with the heart or joints are possible.
Pentacles five
A vitamin or mineral deficiency is possible. With a good, healthy balanced diet and regular lifestyle, you are likely to recover.
Pentacles six
Possibly, your health will improve. Chances are that the medicines you may benefit from will not be reimbursed by your health insurance.
Pentacles seven
You may have to be patient for a while until any treatments will bear fruit. Don't worry, you will be fine, but it will take time. Stay positive, get plenty of fresh air and exercise if possible.
Pentacles eight
You may be working too hard and not taking enough rest. As a result, you may suffer from stress or overtiredness. Or be inattentive in an unguarded moment and an accident is just around the corner. Don't be rushed and stay alert in everything you do, especially at work.
Pentacles nine
Possibly good health and a chance of pregnancy!
Pentacles ten
Possibly good health and an old age can be reached. Apart from some family ailments, all seems well.
Pentacles Tawny
Possibly strong resistance and constitution. In case of medical results: good news!
Pentacles Knight
Possibly your resistance is not very high at the moment and you would do well to take some extra care of yourself.
Pentacles Queen
Possibly some overweight (or caused by pregnancy). Try to do a little more exercise. Be careful what you do or eat; due to hypersensitivity, an allergic reaction may occur.
Pentacles King
You may be in good health and have nothing to worry about in this area. However, keep watching your weight; you like to enjoy life and all the beauty it offers you, but... every pound goes through the mouth!
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