Blind Spot Spread

Difficulty: Varies

This tarot spread is used to enhance self-awareness. Questions about learning something about oneself or things that are hidden work very well with this tarot spread, although no question is necessary.

1. This tarot card displays the obvious identity, the part of oneself that is consciously known and projected to others.
2. This card indicates unconscious driving forces that neither the reader nor others are aware of about them, the great unknown. Nobody knows what this tarot card means, at least not yet...
3. The part of oneself that is concealed, to keep others from discovering, is apparent in this card.
4. This is the Blind Spot. This is what was asked about, that which this reading should bring awareness of. The reader may wish to pay close attention to these mannerisms.

Your Blind Spot Reading

	What you know	What you don't know
What others know	Seven of Cups	Ten of Stakes
What others don't know	Six of Swords	Three of Swords

Symbolism:
An unfortunate vampire has run out of the “good stuff” and must now rely on less desirable means. The card hints at illusions and unattainable desires, emphasizing the fantasy of having everything.

Meaning:
The Seven of Cups is a card of illusions, choices, and confusion. It represents the overwhelming number of options or fantasies that may lead to unrealistic expectations. This card calls for discernment and clarity, urging you to focus on what truly matters rather than being distracted by distractions or fleeting desires.

Keywords:
Upright: Illusions, choices, confusion, unrealistic expectations, desire.

Symbolism:
Three swords pierce a heart, set against a backdrop of dark, foreboding clouds. The heart bleeds, symbolizing the deep pain of betrayal and heartbreak. The ominous sky reinforces the emotional intensity and the sorrow attached to this card.

Meaning:
The Three of Swords is a card of emotional pain, heartbreak, and grief. It represents suffering from loss, betrayal, or separation. The heart pierced by swords highlights the emotional wound, urging you to confront the pain to begin healing.

Keywords:
Upright: Heartbreak, sorrow, grief, emotional pain, loss.

Symbolism:
Six swords impale a young female from every direction, capturing the grim tragedy of a life prematurely lost. The scene evokes a visceral sense of waste, portraying the haunting consequences of decisions or unavoidable circumstances.

Meaning:
The Six of Swords represents transition, movement, and the pursuit of peace or resolution after difficulty. It often signals leaving behind a painful situation, not without scars, but with the hope of finding clarity or refuge. The imagery highlights the weight of such transitions, emphasizing the emotional toll of moving forward.

Keywords:
Upright: Transition, journey, resolution, moving forward, healing, clarity.

Reversed
Symbolism:
Amidst a sea of blood and carnage, a corpse is barely discernible, overshadowed by the horror of the scene. The sheer brutality suggests the weight of betrayal, excessive burdens, or a struggle too great to bear.

Meaning:
The Ten of Stakes signifies the culmination of challenges and the weight of responsibilities. It warns of being overburdened or taking on too much. This card serves as a reminder to reassess priorities and delegate tasks when necessary. While it reflects exhaustion, it also suggests that an end to the struggle is near.

Reversed, the card warns of oppression, excessive force, or bad luck. It may also indicate that you are holding on to burdens that could be released.

Keywords:
Reversed: Oppression, brutality, bad luck, overextension, relief.