You may choose any of the various decks that appeal to you, I recommend the use of the “Rider Waite Tarot Deck”. named after the world-famous occult scholar and author, Dr. Arthur Edward Waite, who produced the deck in 1910. The designs were drawn and colored under his supervision by Pamela Coleman Smith, an American girl who was a fellow member of the occult society, the Order of the Golden Dawn.
I have found the Waite Deck to be the most suitable for beginners. Its beauty and simplicity stimulate students and allow them to learn at a faster pace.
After purchasing your deck, handle the cards as often as you can, when they are new the cards feel very different from a deck that has been infused with your own vibrations over a long period of time.
Once you “season” your deck you must not allow another person to handle it, as this will disturb your vibratory bond to the deck mixing different vibrations with yours. If possible carry your cards with you and wrap and protect them in a silken cloth or in a pouch made for your deck.
You can sleep with the cards under your pillow which helps to impregnate the cards with your vibration. When you watch TV take your cards and shuffle them. You don’t need to focus on them, your Higher Self will be subconsciously preparing the cards for your work with the Tarot.
Don’t be concerned if you notice the cards falling in reverse positions – let them fall naturally into any position. This is necessary in order to season the deck correctly. Handling the cards must continue until you become aware that your vibrations have thoroughly permeated the deck. How long this will take depends on how serious you are about learning the Tarot. The more you manipulate the deck, the sooner you will begin to receive you first esoteric impressions, which will be a signal that you are ready to proceed.
Tarot Magic in your day,
Josiane
