Cleanse and shuffle the deck
Focus on a clear question or topic
Cut the deck or spread the cards
Choose a reading method or spread
Identify each card’s upright or reversed position
Note the card’s suit, number, and imagery
Recall the card’s core meaning
Consider the card’s position in the spread
Look for patterns, repeats, and contrasts
Read the cards together as a story
Relate the message to the question asked
Trust intuition alongside traditional meanings
Record the reading for later review