Throughout history, many different religions and belief systems have developed around the idea of reincarnation.
Different perspectives exist on how our soul moves through different bodies over different lifetimes Buddhist cycle of rebirth Unpleasant The concept of liberation from Jainism to the Hindu process of samsara.
Some people develop clear memories of past experiences, sometimes while they are children and sometimes later in life, with intentional and focused exploration. But even if you are not deeply aware of any previous journeys your soul may have made through this world, there are several methods you can use to begin exploring possible alternate lives.
For many, working with a professional is the best place to start, such as getting a past life regression analysis or an Akashic record healing session.
Someone trained for this type of work can help you entering a deep state of meditation, guiding you through memories or experiences that you may not have known how to access on your own, and help you understand and come to terms with the discoveries you make along the way.
But if you want to start more simply and feel more comfortable working alone, the Tarot can be a useful tool for dipping your toes into the waters of past lives, and provide a framework for this kind of exploration.
Gain insights from past lives with the Tarot
Rather than attempting any form of memory regression or hypnosis yourself, this Tarot spread instead offers opportunities for simple insights into an earlier version of yourself and can help you begin to explore lessons, successes, and challenges that you face. you may have experienced.
Think about the successes and obstacles your soul has already experienced. You may be able to connect more deeply with your present and find richer meaning or fresh perspectives on what you are working through now.
Because past lives and concepts of reincarnation can be a sensitive or challenging topic for many, it is important to view a reading like this as a gentle opening of a door and not as a deep dive into potentially traumatic memories or emotional wounds. Give yourself plenty of time to get into a meditative state before diving in, and be open to whatever the cards show you.
If you experience a strong reaction or difficult emotions, give yourself permission to step away from the cards and take care of yourself. You can always return to the lecture later.
Past Lives Tarot spread
- An insight into someone you once were
- A challenge that you experienced in this previous life
- A lesson you learned in this past life
- An energy from this past life to explore
Example of Past Lives Tarot Spread
As always, this sample reading is intended to give you an example of how to work with these cards and is not a collective or community reading.
Card one: An insight into someone you once were
Knight of Pentacles (Materials)
Grounded, patient, responsible, and focused, the Knight of Pentacles shows someone who knows what he’s working toward, who is willing to put in the effort to create the kind of stable, secure life he craves.
Knights always ask us to think about how we balance some element in our lives, and the materials relate to physical health, a stable home and career, resources, pleasure, comfort and legacy.
Although this person can be stubborn at times, determined to stay the course despite challenges that may arise along the way, this knight is strong and loyal, able to keep his eyes on the prize and remember what he or she is. work towards.
Card two: A challenge you experienced in this past life
The priestess
The second advisor the Fool meets on his journey, the High Priestess, is a figure of wisdom, intuition and personal magic.
This is someone asking us to pause our movement and instead think about how our choices reflect our values, desires and experiences; to look at the opportunities before us and consider what really feels right. As a challenge, the priestess could speak to someone who was struggling with trusting themselves or struggling to fully believe in the wisdom they hold.
Learning to listen to our intuition can be a lifelong effort, so a past life may have been defined by a desire to tap more fully into the magic within or to learn to follow their own insights rather than be guided by the demands of others. others.
Card three: a lesson you learned in this past life
2 of Swords (votes)
A card of balancing positions and grappling with blockages, the 2 of Swords often explores internal conflict or indecision when we are faced with two paths forward and can only choose one.
The sword is connected to the intellectual self and the mind, and with the two we try to figure out which truth, idea or ambition to pursue. In this position, a past life might have been marked by learning to be decisive, observant, or independent. Whether big or small, the decisions made can have a huge impact on our lives and ultimately define who we are and who we are not.
This person may have found strength, magic, and courage by learning to find their own way, by determining for themselves how they would move through the world.
Card Four: An energy from this past life to discover
3 of Cups (Emotions)
Combining community, celebration and chosen family, the 3 of Cups is a card of connection and compassion.
It is here that we share our hearts with others, that we find the people who support and love us in good times and bad, who see us in all our facets, who stay by our side through challenges and victories.
Although the first three cards in this reading feel very lonely and show special figures of purpose, solitude and intention, this last card is one that unites hearts, intertwines emotions and shows shared joy.
As energy for exploration, this card reminds us that we are rarely as alone as we think and that sometimes we find our deepest magic in the connections we form and nurture with other people.
What will your past life reveal?
The Tarot has so much wisdom to offer and can be a great starting point for exploring alternate lives or past memories that you might not otherwise have access to.
If you are deeply intrigued by what you discover when you use this spread for personal readings, I highly recommend that you seek out an experienced professional who can help you dig deeper, understand what you are feeling or finding, and process new information with grace and compassion. .
What do you believe about reincarnation, cycles of rebirth and past lives? Have you used Tarot to discover ancient memories or hidden mysteries? How can the cards provide new insights about people you might once have been?
This post contains cards from The Muse Tarot.
