Yesterday I've read my first square of nine with the Piatnik Lenormand. This little deck is my main practice deck. I like the pictures and it's classic look and also because I have two copies of this deck so if I'll ruin it, I still have a spare one left. This little deck is living in my purse so I can practice my combinations where ever I go.
I've seen how Chloe from Inner whispers has tackled her square and I thought her approach was clear and structured, which is wonderful way for a beginner to learn this spread :
To add something personal to the reading I decided to turn the center card first, in order to determine the topic of the reading: Moon - intuition , creativity. These keywords jumped out to me for this reading.
Then I turned over the other cards....
First I've read the corners.
Cross + Key + Heart:
Open your heart to lighten you burden. The solution to your emotional setback is to be found in your heart.
Cross + Fish + Heart:
Setbacks are asking for abundant love. An abundant rich spirituality is the solution to your problems
The Action Cross has the following cards:
Bouquet + Moon + Sun: talent and intuition will lead to success
Lily + Moon + Whip : Practice frequently until you are satisfied and content. Don’t beat yourself up but be gentle for yourself
I like it how the corners clearly state the problem en the action cross contains a practical advice: it is not only talent you need but also practice, practice, practice. And not to forget a kind and gentle attitude towards your efforts. It is also good to notice the first card was the burden (Cross) and the last card is love (Heart).
J
Wow, I am very impressed! I don't have a clue how to read Lenormand cards in this way, but it sure looks like you do. :) And I agree - your beginning and end cards make it appear that things will work out in a positive way.
ReplyDeleteWell to be honest it takes more practicing than I thought it would. Who would think after finally being comfortable with a deck of 78 tarot cards I would feel so overwhelmed by this tiny deck of only 36 cards :)
DeleteJust a little test, Ellen. Having terrible trouble commenting :(
ReplyDeleteA lovely reading, Ellen! As Sycamore says, you are doing beautifully :) I might also read the corners as 'ethical (Cross) emotions (Heart) flow (Fish) to a solution (Key)' a variant on: stay true to your heart, and you will find that flow of creativity you desire. As for the action cross, how about: 'creative (Bouquet) harmony (Lily) comes from energy (Sun) and repetition (Whips)' - so like your reading, it's about both inspiration and practice :) I like the way you created triplets for each part - a nice touch!
ReplyDeleteCross has a much more positive meaning this way. I like that and also how you read the four cards of the action cross together. I feel like you are my own private teacher and I just earned a star!:)
DeleteI like this method of issue and action. I will have to give this a try in a reading of my own. Add this into the other methods for a 9-card square and one would have plenty thing think over. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Cher, I am glad you like it!
DeleteIn this learning stage I think I will stick to this method, because otherwise it will get to overwhelming for me. Perhaps later I can add some other techniques too.:)