<\/span><\/h2>\nShuffling the cards is a powerful and simple ritual that allows us to transcend from everyday thinking into the mystical world of the Tarot, which facilitates an emotional, physical and spiritual interaction with the cards.<\/p>\n
In simple terms, by shuffling the cards you establish a connection with the tarot and its images, you begin to share energy with the cards. It is at this moment that a kind of dialogue with the cards is established, and that is why it is often asked at this time.<\/p>\n
In addition, mixing the tarot cards well is very important, because we do not want a previous reading to influence the current reading. Sometimes, the same cards come out even in the same order, something that can and often does happen, so we want to be sure that this did not happen because we did not shuffle the cards correctly.On the other hand, one of the most important reasons is that, by shuffling and shuffling the cards after a spread, we are cleansing the energies and connecting with the tarot again.
\nTake the opportunity to concentrate on the question and let yourself be carried away by the cards, this is the moment to connect with your deck, with your feelings and with your intuition.<\/p>\n
In conclusion, shuffling is a simple but important ritual that will help you in this process of spiritual connection with the tarot.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Methods and ways of shuffling tarot cards<\/span><\/h2>\nWhile it may seem obvious or easy, it is important to know how to shuffle tarot cards, and there are different methods because there are different reasons, some of practicality and use.
\nOn the one hand, some tarot readers prefer that no one touches their cards, and others seek a more participatory experience or consultation, where the querent is the one who mixes or chooses the cards.<\/p>\n
The truth is that there is no single method or correct way to shuffle, as long as the cards are well mixed and we are not conscious of an order. And finally, the most important reason is that we can damage the cards, and if we want the deck to last or not to be damaged, it is important to know the ways to shuffle correctly.
\nIn conclusion, we must look for the method that allows us to connect with the tarot.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How to shuffle tarot cards?<\/span><\/h2>\nLet’s look at the different ways to shuffle and shuffle the cards:<\/p>\n
<\/span>Traditional shuffling:<\/span><\/h3>\nThis is the most commonly used and easiest method of shuffling Tarot cards. Simply divide the deck into two parts and then shuffle the halves together, making the cards interleave with each other. Do this several times, making sure to shuffle the cards at the ends, both inside and outside. This is a widely used method, because besides being easy it is used when you don’t want someone else to touch your deck. The downside of traditional shuffling is that over time the cards tend to wear down the edges as they rub against each other during shuffling.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Bridge shuffling:<\/span><\/h3>\nIf you want to add a sophisticated touch, you can try bridge shuffling. While this way of shuffling may take some practice when handling Tarot cards, it turns out to be one of the quickest and easiest techniques for shuffling cards. The downside of bridge shuffling is that the cards suffer a bit and can be damaged or hurt over time as they bend.
\nTo do this separate into two piles, while holding the cards with your hands, fold the cards with your thumbs making them interleave both stacks of cards.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Scatter and Collect:<\/span><\/h3>\nThis method offers a more visual and tactile approach. Spread the cards out on a flat surface, in whatever arrangement seems appropriate. When picking up the cards, try to do so in a different order or pattern than you spread them out to make sure they are well mixed.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Pick a card:<\/span><\/h3>\nA variant of this shuffle, is usually to spread and shuffle the cards on the table, then choose and pick the cards to be used for the spread, usually by running your hand over the cards feeling which one calls to you to grab. This is usually a good method if you want someone else to participate in choosing the cards or if you are a bit clumsy or have trouble shuffling.
\nThe disadvantage of this spread is that when you spread the cards you need a large and clean space, sometimes they can be bent if not done carefully, they can get scratched or dirty, or even fly, so a cloth or tablecloth is usually used. This method is also known as pick a card, as it allows the querent to choose the same one.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Card Stacking:<\/span><\/h3>\nDivide the deck into small groups or stacks of cards. Then rearrange these stacks in a different order. Another option is to shuffle each stack of cards before stacking them, or even shuffle them once all the cards are already in the deck. This is another shuffling that is often used to involve third parties. The disadvantage is that sometimes the cards are often left in similar order or not very well shuffled.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Shuffling in the Hands:<\/span><\/h3>\nThis is a particularly simple and meditative method. You hold the deck with your left hand and split the deck with your right hand and place the cards in different parts of the deck, from the front, from the back. Then you remove another pile, for example from the back or from the middle and shuffle the cards back to the front, dropping them into the left hand. This is one of the safest ways of not hurting or damaging the tarot cards since you do not force them to be shuffled.<\/p>\n