The Tarot Process: Part One

This is Part One of a new series about the Tarot Process - how to read cards and not just try to remember possible meanings that you then attempt to fit with the question. AFter some general points, we consider the 7 of Swords.
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[@dunguyen1372]

i am from vietnam. I am learning English through learn meaning of tarot. So i found your chanel. and i really grateful. Thank you "my grandfather "

[@rebeccalupe6696]

I think your sense of intuition and self awareness and honesty is something I deeply aspire to. It’s beautiful to hear someone say “I probably won’t read the comments, it’s not that I am rejecting you, it’s just that I am kind of lazy!”

[@crystal.水月]

Incredible, I've been looking for a mentor or guide of some sorts for my tarot journey, and somehow came across John Ballantrae's videos. I'm usually quite selective about how and who I learn from, and with John's videos I feel right at home and in the right direction. Thank you for the videos, John !! They mean a lot.

[@johnballantrae001]

Thanks for your comment. I'm going to try a solution for comments and follow-ups. I am setting up a site where I can give (maybe longer) replies to Comments here and on FaceBook so additional information is in the same place and searchable. I am hoping to have it up and running in a couple of weeks and will mention it in videos.

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[@bearahumada3147]

I love him so much. "Leave a comment, I probably won't respond. I'm not rejecting you, I'm just lazy." And in the last video I watched, he ended with something like "So yeah, that's it. See you next time..." I just appreciate that he doesn't mince his words, ya know?

[@TheModernMystic]

absolutely love this guy! Whether you read this or not, you have such a lovely brilliance about you

[@TheModernMystic]

@Angeliz Angeliz exactly! Kind of like Rumi poems, no matter how I'm feeling or what I'm in the mood for, I turn on a random KZbin of his and it's exactly what I need to hear that day.

[@TheModernMystic]

Omg, yes! He's definitely my Rumi of modern times 😆

[@ariccalabrese9935]

This is the Trifecta video: 1 part Gentle Gandolf Figure 1 part Real good Life Advice 1 part Real good Tarot Advice Exceptional!

[@benedictaww2513]

So glad you are back. I can be lazy, too. My spirit guides tell me being “lazy” in the material world when, if fact, you are busy about many things may be a sign you are working hard in the non-material. Ever heard of night school? Your “process” sounds like expansive intuition. I love watching the KZbin readers who lay out their cards so I may interpret them intuitively while hearing their wooden, formulaic interpretations. You are an excellent teacher, thank you. (If you read this!)

[@joannaoconnor9418]

Even though you may not read this, it’s lovely to see you back 🙏. I’m always torn between following the prescribed meanings of cards or going purely on my own intuition. I’ve settled on traditional meanings as a starting point, coupled with my own intuitive interpretation. It seems to work well but I do worry if that’s ok to do.

[@neilanthonyhaywardlewis8978]

I have just come across John on youtube, he is absolutely spot on, i never learnt specific meanings for the Tarot , it is much easier to look at the "Symbolism" of the cards and interpret exactly what you see, the four of swords, she has her head in her hands, the card of "depression" .... i have a high rate of success by not following specific meanings and that way i feel one can engage more and easier with the client.

[@joannaoconnor9418]

@@neilanthonyhaywardlewis8978 I agree, I interpret the cards via the knowledge I’ve gained throughout my life and how the symbolism makes me feel because I believe the messages are coming in from my connection to the Devine. Therefore, the messages must make sense to me personally so that I may impart the Devine knowledge. John appears to also draw on knowledge he has gained throughout his life, books he’s read, interviews he has watched, songs he has heard and life experiences etc it is a creative process and not a scientific one, so the Devine speaks in a language only we, the individual reader, can understand 🙏 .....in my humble opinion 😉

[@KarenAndradeEspinoza]

Hahaha! You're awesome!! I love how you stopped yourself and said "I probably won't read them...." you are so awesome. Thank you

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

YESSS the process is just always almost always left out of learning how to read tarot cards. So much of it is “tarot card meanings”

[@heberey2986]

Hi John, I’ve recently just started reading Tarot and your videos have been not only highly informative but also so clear, engaging and inspirational. Thanks for coming back I was worried you had stopped posting!

[@cristina494]

What a beautiful painting of the sunshine there ☀️ I'm very thankful for your teachings Sir 💛 Much love from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@Luisa_san]

os vídeos dele são muito bons né?

[@cristina494]

@@Luisa_san Oi Luisa, sim, ao mesmo tempo que ele é simples e descomplicado é profundo e filosófico, transmite muita calma também 🙌

[@Lishm28]

This is probably one of the best and most beautiful videos I´ve ever seen related to Tarot and how to read cards. Thank you John!

[@sumedhranade4569]

Hi John, this is Sumedh from India. Your videos are so insightful.. I have learnt a lot from them... Great to see you again and learn from you!🙏🏼

[@heatherbenge182]

Thank you for your wisdom. It did not go unheard. You are a really smart and sensitive individual.

[@kambo_m9108]

I’m delighted to have found you. I have been struggling for years to learn tarot and finally! Someone speaks my language. Bless you.

[@dolphins3291]

Been a while since we checked in, and kudos, man! you never fail to make us smile, even laugh heartily sometimes (as at 13:40 ). Jamaican fam here; always enjoy hearing your delightful accent and phrasings! Along w/appreciating your knowledge and insights on interpreting Tarot cards, we truly enjoy your being so charmingly candid, authentic and endearing. Also lovely hearing your story about how your new video series was inspired through a conversation w/your daughter. 👏🏾 Blessings to you and your dear family. ✨💖🌻

[@yolandagabriellemusic]

That's great! Thanks... "I'm not rejecting you, I'm just kind of lazy" 😂💫 haha!

[@bobo21D]

I did not expect this This man is lexical af, I can learn from him

[@nicoledyer605]

John is my Tarot teacher, very amazing teacher! I am very lucky 🍀 to have come across his video’s that led me to his website and Tarot Course.

[@rebekahhogg9528]

Your clarity and generosity is very engaging. Thank you

[@kaysea7221]

**words matter** Thank you for your guidance and inspiration.

[@gracealexandrea2150]

Im learning how to read cards. I've always thought about it and finally started. I appreciate you posting things. I have never been a big money person. It is needed for things but it's not something I need nor want to see in the cards. I like the idea of not having to interrupt the cards for money.

[@rachelericsen5175]

This is so much more then tarot card reading instructions... thank you 😊

[@jonnihopson5560]

I've been reading for 13yrs and really getting into your videos and I really appreciate your wisdom ty for sharing I feel like I'm always learning and this was wonderful ❤

[@KaePx3]

First thing: I love the hair 😂 Second thing: I’m ticked pink at the fact you are soo honest...”I probably won’t read them”

[@lyricaldon9045]

This was very clarifying..i truely appreciate your direct sugesstions ....using what you perceive spontaneously and being mindfull of your words!🕯✌☄

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I really am pleased I found your channel. Obviously what has been missing from my life. Thanks for it! ✌️

[@madjo13]

I am so happy you decided to do this series, I am excited to learn and grow with your guidance, thank you!

[@Misasanta]

🌈 Nice to see you back, Professor! Also, thank you for all your guidance! 🙇🏼‍♀️ Looking forward to Part Two. I love this quote from Vinnie Colaiuta: "You can't be everything. Nobody is everything. You just do what you do, and you try to do that as well as you can. And if somebody doesn't like it, too bad." ♣️♥️♠️♦️ Lots of love and appreciation from Portugal! 🇵🇹

[@alicefantoni8252]

Leaving an comment just for his honesty at the end hahahah. These videos are helping me a lot, thanks :)

[@SuzieHQ72]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@Lynelle67]

Great teaching!Made me laugh!!...leave comments...I may not read them. I'm kind of Lazy!! Can't wait to watch more!

[@pinkgoddess]

I’ve recently taken up Tarot and found your video catalogue on here an absolute education and hugely thought provoking. I hope tomorrow You Tube will have enabled subtitles on this one so I can catch up. It really is lovely to see you again. 😊

[@pinkgoddess]

Ps watched it and loved it, thank you. Have to say your enthusiasm for part two made me smile 😊

[@nefertirilsm3406]

Welcome back. Nice to see you and looking fwd to enjoying this lessons

[@TarotgirlLive]

Hi John is this a new series. I am up for watching. Thank you.

[@johnballantrae001]

Yes. I have the first four parts figured out so I'll record and relase them over the next couple of weeks. It hsould go longer than that.

[@URish]

I literally lol'd when you said I'm lazy. Thank you for a great video.

[@jamesburwash5635]

Thanks for the video John! I swill say just before a reading May my client take the helpful messages and put them to action and discard any messages that are not helpful at this time! Cheers from Vancouver Island.

[@ageoflistening]

Really looking forward to this series. Love your calm approach.

[@bakedbuddhist]

We love you and appreciate your honesty - You can leave comments if you want but I'm probably not going to read them because I'm lazy. Most funniest and honest line ever. Xoxo

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So glad i found you!!🌍🙏thank you for all your teaching👑

[@lamourstrong9837]

Thank you for taking the time to create this series, appreciate your efforts throughout your KZbin channel - THANK YOU 💕💕💕

[@catherinemagrath]

Excellent content, as always. Great to see you back John :)

[@kyherymer4107]

Learning life lessons while learning Tarot. Amazing. So happy. Thank you old wise man❤️❤️🧡🧡💛💛💚💚💙💙💜💜

[@energylove442]

Get out of my head, I have been ruminating on this for weeks! Bravo!

[@global_serenity]

Please continue with your videos, you have great insight and I have just discovered your teachings.

[@studio_farrago]

So wonderful, thank you for your sharing! Can't wait to see part two.

[@MsKaiaDee]

So excited to have stumbled across this content ❤️ looking forward to all part

[@renategriese6089]

I'm loving your videos. As a newbie to tarot this is so useful! I know you may not read this but I wanted to share with whomever reads it! ::)

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So relatable and genuine! You make concepts very approachable!

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[@Demoiselle21]

This is really exciting, thank you for taking the time and effort.

[@TarotGrasshopper]

I just noticed this series tonight, a few hours after you posted episode 22. I held off watching that and started with this first part. I watched it twice already. I'm going to enjoy this series! Thank you for posting it.

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So glad to see you back! Hope you are well.

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Me too. Happy you’re back. Love and blessings to you and yours.

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Thank you! I love the way you suggest an approach to understanding Tarot. I look forward to more of your videos!

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I am happy that you are back posting Tarot videos! You are the best 🌞

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New here but so pleased to have found you 😇

[@anthonydmorse]

Tarot has been calling me and I’ve been looking to educate myself. What wonderful guidance for the beginner, and to apply to life in general. Thank you 🙏

[@madjo13]

This makes so much sense, I can truly relate...

[@agani5218]

Yes... Finally you're back john! Been waiting ur video for long time. Thx for uploading.

[@georginaevans6631]

just watching part one of your video really enjoyed it you give a good understanding of the cards i did not look at them in that way i have trouble with connecting with the cards i have been learning for 5 years i have learnt the meanings of the cards but the way you talk about the cards it gives me fresh ideas with the cards thank you MR ,JOHN BALLANTRAE georgina u.k.

[@anafigueiras693]

Thank you very much!! You are lovely! Hugs from Portugal and thank you to share your wisdom

[@zamin911]

Last few seconds..U r so honest.. 😀 but i also understood what u explained in a deep. I m just a beginner of learning tarot.

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I have just discovered your videos and I am so happy for this! Thank you so much! 🙏

[@elizabetz8115]

Very nice to see you, John. Thank you for the insight.

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Your perspective is very helpful! Thank you for sharing your wisdom

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Glad to see you back

[@tarotdescomplicado]

Thank you

[@johnballantrae001]

Ok, and thankls for watching.

[@ForSkittsAndGiggles]

your videos have really been helping me to interpret tarot thank you!!!

[@morganarodrigues4715]

Thanks for all the info; your videos are super entertaining, as always. And the cackle I had for your last comment was great. Have an amazing time, sir.

[@Tanahmera]

Thank You John. I am definitely very interested.

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It's such a Treat to have you back! 💥💜

[@husoi6498]

watched 2 videos previously, now I'm hooked and starting to watch the whole series :)

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Great to see you back.love your viddeos, , keep up the great videos. Thanks

[@LazumiQ]

This was a awesome video thank you so much I needed to hear that "Don't wonder if it will work make it work" I love how you talk about the cards and explain things.

[@Heather_J]

🙏 Thank you!

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I’m a big fan and this is my second video!

[@faelencrepe]

I am suddenly feeling like I've "seen" this video before but the truth is that I've never seen it. How funny....

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[@DianaRedlin]

oh my, I had been thinking of how to say things lately-i had to write a letter to my best friend and it was one of those times when you write and then ball up the paper and throw it away and start over, repeat x 10 or 20 and it was interesting how it finally ended up and it was very important to convey my thoughts accurately. great process here and i can't wait for part two thank you very much.....

[@7spiritualcompass706]

It's a pleasure to see that you have created a process that I can follow and review over and over again. I was worried about you for a while there. Good to see you. I have a pad and pen ready for notes, as I often do when listening to you. On to part 2.

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New video! I'm excited 👀

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So insightful 💗 happy to have found your channel !