Deep Questions to Ask Your Tarot Deck That Aren’t About Your Crush

If you’re getting into tarot because you’re nosy and want to know what your crush is thinking about you, you’re not alone. You’ve been there: you buy a deck, whip out the guidebook, and jump into asking questions about your love interest.

You want to know how they feel about you, whether you’ll be soulmates or twin flames. You keep your eyes peeled for the Lovers, the 2 of Cups, and the 10 of Cups. It’s what pop culture has taught you that divination is all about, and beyond that, it’s human to yearn for love.

Your Crush Is Only the Beginning

Love readings are valid, and you may very well pull cards that help you get the answers you need about your crush. But once you’ve gotten that out of your system, there’s a quieter curiosity that pulses beneath the surface, beckoning you.

The ultimate adventure with tarot is rooted in your relationship with yourself. Tarot guides you to see the bigger picture.

When you see the story from a bird’s-eye view, from the perspective of the Fool’s Journey, a light bulb moment goes off, and you realize there’s something profoundly spiritual about this craft.

Now that you’re ready to get to the good stuff, here are some deep questions you can ask your deck that will blow your mind.

Ask About the Life You Want to Make

1. What Am I Meant to Be Sharing With the World?

This question goes beyond what will make you the most money or bring you the most attention. When you focus on what you’re supposed to be sharing with the world, you can see the power of your gifts on a larger scale.

Life isn’t purely about what you can produce or how far up the ladder you can climb. Your impact on the people in your life, and in society at large, is your true legacy. People will forget what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel.

For example, if you pull the 6 of Cups, you might be creating from a place of nostalgia. You want to help people tap into the pure creativity of a child’s mind.

Stories from your upbringing, the good and the bad, can help people to feel less alone. You know how to transform your early experiences into impactful lessons. Around you, people feel connected to their youth and optimism.

2. What Am I Really Good At?

Simple yet impactful, asking your deck “what am I really good at?” gives you a chance to zoom out and see your strengths from a more objective standpoint. You’re your own worst critic. It can be difficult to see your own positive traits at times.

Especially when you’re not sure what you want to invest yourself in, study, or explore, asking “what am I really good at?” reminds you of what comes naturally and easily to you. Recognizing your own talent allows you to feel grounded and confident.

Let’s say you pull the Queen of Wands in response. This could be an excellent hint that you’re meant to lead a passionate, creative life. This queen is reflective of deep personal power. She knows who she is. She lets inspiration lead the way.

She’s really good at seeing things in a way that others don’t. She brings an electric energy to wherever she goes. She’s innovative, kind, empowered, funny, fashionable, sincere…and so are you.

3. What Am I Meant to Achieve in This Life?

This question has the power to clue you into your own highest potential. In life, you have a purpose. In the vast distance of your life, there’s a goalpost waiting for you, and if you pay attention, you can feel its magnetic pull.

Asking your deck what you’re meant to achieve in this life gives you insight into what you’re capable of and what you’re here to do.

If you pull the Emperor, you have some deeply innate leadership qualities. You’re meant to have substantial influence in the fabric of society.

Your path might lead you to being the mayor, CEO, or a parent. People trust your insights and see you as strong-willed. They put a great deal of power in your hands to direct them through chaos.

More Deep Questions to Ask Your Tarot Deck

Here are a few more questions to play around with if you want to go beyond surface level.

Start with “What is the biggest lesson I am meant to be learning right now?” or “What signs am I missing from the Universe?”

If you feel stuck, ask “Who can help guide me through my current obstacles?” and “How is the past playing a role in my present life?”

When you’re ready to dig into what’s holding you back, try “What am I holding onto that is ready to be released?” and “How am I getting in my own way?”

Then turn it toward care with “How can I love myself better?” and, finally, “If the Universe could give me one piece of advice today, what would it be?”