Published: October 15, 2025 at 1:33:00 PM

How to Work with Tarot Cards?

Tarot cards are not only a tool for divination but also a guide to intuition and inner wisdom. To make your readings as accurate and harmonious as possible, it is important to treat your deck with care. Let’s look at the most common questions beginners usually ask.

Do you need to cleanse new cards before use?

Yes, it is recommended. A new deck carries the energy of production, the store, and the people who may have touched the cards. To align the Tarot with yourself, you can:

cleanse with incense smoke or candlelight,
place the deck under the moonlight,
meditate while holding the cards.

This way, the cards become “clean” and ready for work.

Do you need to enchant or charge the cards?

There is no mandatory ritual. It depends on personal preference. Many readers like to “charge” their deck with their own energy: by holding it, shuffling it without asking questions, or reciting a prayer or mantra. This strengthens the connection and trust between you and the deck.

Can you let other people touch your deck?

Opinions differ. Some believe that another person’s touch disrupts the deck’s energy and connection to its owner. Others allow clients to shuffle the cards before a reading so they can put their own energy into the process.
The golden rule is to listen to yourself. If it feels uncomfortable for you, don’t allow it.

How should you store your Tarot deck?

The way you store your cards directly affects their energy. General recommendations include:

keep the deck in a separate pouch or box,
store it in a clean, safe place where no one will touch it accidentally,
occasionally take it out to “air” and reconnect with the cards.

Some readers also place a quartz crystal or protective talisman next to the deck.

What if a card gets lost or damaged?

If a card is slightly damaged, you can carefully repair it and continue to use the deck. But if the damage is serious or a card is lost, the energetic balance of the deck is broken. In that case, it’s better to replace the deck with a new one.

A retired deck is often respectfully burned, buried, or left in a sacred place with gratitude for its service.

Conclusion

Working with Tarot cards is a balance of practice and personal intuition. There are no universal strict rules. What matters most is respect for the deck, keeping it energetically clean, and maintaining a personal connection with it. When you treat your Tarot with care, it will reward you with accurate readings and wise guidance.

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