Introduction
We’ve all been there. That horrible, gut-twisting feeling when you’re faced with a decision, and every option feels wrong. Or worse, you’ve got so many choices, and you’re paralysed because you don’t want to pick the wrong one. It’s exhausting. And sometimes, you just want someone to swoop in and tell you what the hell to do.
This is where tarot can be a game changer. If you’ve ever wondered how tarot can help with decisions, it’s not about predicting the future – it’s about clearing the mental fog and helping you hear your own inner voice. A tarot reading can offer clarity, shift your perspective, and show you the path you couldn’t see because your brain was doing that anxiety loop thing.
I’ve recently been re-watching The Good Place, and Chidi’s indecisiveness hit me hard. If you haven’t seen it, Chidi is the philosopher who literally makes himself sick trying to make decisions. It’s funny, but it’s also painfully relatable. Honestly, I found myself watching it thinking, “Mate, I need to get my tarot deck out for you.”
Whether you’re in Eccles, Salford Quays, or even The Good Place, tarot can be the tool that gets you moving again. If you’re curious, you can book a tarot reading and see how it works for you.
Why Decisions Feel Overwhelming
When Every Choice Feels Wrong
Sometimes it’s not the choices themselves that are the problem; it’s the pressure we put on ourselves to get it right. We’re scared of messing up, so we freeze. When I do a tarot reading for someone like this, it often becomes clear that they’re not actually stuck – they’re just terrified of moving.
Fear of failure can paralyse you. It’s not that you don’t know what you want; it’s that you’re scared that choosing wrong will ruin everything. The truth is, most decisions are reversible, but anxiety convinces us they’re not. Tarot can help you break through that fear and see that taking any step is better than none.
Cards like The Hanged One often show up in these readings. That card’s all about pausing and surrendering when you’re stuck – not rushing, but allowing a shift to happen. It’s uncomfortable, but it gets you out of panic mode. If you’re deep in that liminal, in-between space, my Liminal Lobotomy Spread is designed to help you find direction when it feels like there’s none.
Spotting the Real Issue Beneath the Surface
Sometimes the problem isn’t the decision at all. You think you’re deciding between two jobs, but what you’re actually wrestling with is your self-worth. You think it’s about ending a relationship, but underneath, it’s the fear of being alone.
Tarot has this uncanny way of showing you what’s really going on. I’ve had clients in Eccles or Salford Quays ask about work, only for the cards to highlight exhaustion or burnout instead. The reading redirected the focus to what actually needed attention.
Cards like The Moon often pop up here – it’s the card of uncertainty and hidden fears. It can feel unsettling, but it’s asking you to look at what’s being avoided. When the Ace of Swords comes up, it’s often a sign that clarity is available – but you need to cut through the mental fog to get there.
When You Already Know the Answer
This is the thing I love most about tarot. Half the time, the cards don’t tell you anything new – they remind you of what you already knew but were too frazzled to hear.
We get tangled in “what ifs” and worst-case scenarios that drown out our gut instinct. Tarot brings you back to yourself. I’ve had so many clients leave saying, “I knew that, didn’t I?” And I’m like, “Yep, you just needed the cards to confirm it.”
When The High Priestess appears, she’s basically saying, “You already know.” She’s the ultimate nudge to trust your inner voice. If you’re looking for gentle guidance to help you reconnect with your intuition, I love using decks like the Spirit Junkie Oracle, which focuses on affirmations and inner wisdom.
How Tarot Can Help With Decisions
Tarot Guidance to Move Forward
When you’re stuck, tarot doesn’t hand you the final answer, but it gives you the next step. That’s often all you need. It’s like the cards say, “You don’t need to know the end result, but here’s what you can do today.”
I once read for someone in Manchester who was torn about their partner. The cards didn’t say, “Dump them.” They said, “Have the conversation.” That was the step forward. Tarot often shows you what’s immediately in front of you – the action that will create momentum.
Seeing the Bigger Picture
Big decisions can feel impossible because we’re zoomed in on the tiny details. Tarot helps you zoom out. It asks, “How does this decision fit into your wider life?”
I once had a client from Salford Quays who thought they needed a career switch for more money. The cards revealed that what they actually craved was freedom. They took the lower-paying job that offered flexibility, and it transformed their whole quality of life.
Cards like The Empress often point towards nurturing something new, while the Queen of Pentacles can highlight building stability in a way that feels good.
Making the Most of Your Tarot Session
Reflect After Your Reading
Don’t just walk away from a reading and forget about it. Sit with it. Journal about what came up. Sometimes the insights click days later.
I tell clients to take a photo of their spread and revisit it. Seeing the Four of Swords again later can remind you that rest is part of progress, not a setback.
Pull a Daily Card
One of the best ways to build trust with your intuition is to pull a tarot or oracle card every morning. It’s like checking the weather – not to predict your day but to check in with yourself.
In my readings, I often give clients a choice between two oracle decks – the Rebel Deck, which is brutally honest and sweary, or the Spirit Junkie Oracle, which offers softer, more affirming messages. That’s the great thing about oracle cards – you can choose what you need. Something blunt to give you a kick up the arse, or something gentle to remind you you’ve got this. Tarot tends to deal in archetypes and big themes, but oracle cards can meet you right where you are.
Conclusion
Life can feel like a tangled mess of choices, but tarot can cut through the noise. It won’t make your decisions for you, but it will remind you that you already have the answers. Sometimes you just need a little help finding them.
Whether you’re in Eccles, Salford Quays, or even The Good Place, tarot can help you get unstuck and start moving forward – one card at a time. Ready to see what the cards have to say? Book a tarot reading at Transcend.
