What Next Step Do I Need to Take? - Tarot Spread

A simple tarot spread for when you’re feeling stuck.

We’ve all had those days (or weeks) where everything feels a bit off. You might be feeling a little lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next. That’s where this next step tarot spread comes in.

This six-card spread is designed to give you gentle, practical guidance on the next step to take, so you can shift the stuck energy and start moving forward with clarity and ease.

How to read this next step tarot spread:

Start by looking at cards 1 and 2 together. The reason these cards are placed this way is that one is affecting the other. Your current situation (card 1) might not feel totally clear until you’ve considered what’s blocking you (card 2). If card 1 is reversed, it might be pointing to something you’ve been avoiding or overlooking, so card 2 can help reveal what’s clouding your view.

Card 3 reflects the past. It’s at the back of the spread for a reason, as it’s something you may be carrying with you. This can be a belief, an experience or habits. If it’s reversed, ask whether it’s a pattern that’s still helpful, or one that’s holding you back more than you realise.

Card 4 goes deeper, as suggested by its position. These are your underlying beliefs or unconscious thoughts. If this card is reversed, it might be highlighting where you’re feeling stuck the most. This could be something about your identity or self-worth that needs some attention.

Then we move into action.

Card 5 is your suggested next step. This is the heart of the reading. What is it nudging you toward? In reverse, it might feel a bit confronting or challenging, so go gently.

Card 6 shows the direction this step could lead you in. This is where you get to visualise change. What could this look like in your day-to-day life? How does your next step support that?

Hopefully, this spread helps illuminate where you've been feeling stuck and how you can move forward with ease and purpose!

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