Tree of Insight Tarot Spread

The "Tree of Insight" Tarot Reading

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How to Do A
"Tree of Insight"
Tarot Reading

Similar to the famous Tree of Life tarot reading, the Tree of Insight is perfect for complex questions requiring insight from multiple perspectives.

This spread is worth trying if you're looking for a newer, more modern take on the Tree of Life.. The Tree of Insight is an advanced 10-card reading recommended for experienced readers. It is typically used for insight into non-romantic issues.

Below is a step-by-step walkthrough of each position in the "Tree of Insight" spread:

Card Positions in the "The Tree of Insight" Tarot Spread
Position	Meaning
1.	The Treetop: Aims & Ideals	The card in this top position provides insight into the goals and ambitions of the querent. What issues or forces affect these goals? What drives and desires are at work?
2.	The Upper Branches: Influence	The card in this position illustrates external forces. What outside forces are arrayed around this situation? These forces could be a person, or a more conceptual or spiritual force.
3.	The Upper Branches: True Nature	This second card in the upper branches gives insight into the true nature of the situation. Despite what is wanted, by the querent or those surrounding him or her, this card defines the reality of the situation.
4.	The High Trunk: The Unseen	In contrast to the card in position 3, this position represents forces of which the querent is unaware. These unseen forces affect the situation invisibly.
5.	The East Branch: The Present	This position indicates the forces in the present which are bearing on the question. These forces may be people, states of mind, ambitions or setbacks
6.	The West Branch: The Future	This position indicates forces in the future which will come into play is the situation unfolds. What people, states of mind or events will rise to prominence in the days ahead?
7.	Lower Branches: Effects	This position gives insight into how the querent may affect the situation. What will he or she add to the mix? What will be brought to bear? Or perhaps: What should one avoid bringing?
8.	Lower Branches: Surroundings	This position represents immediate influences on the querent. These are weaker forces, but due to their proximity to the querent may have considerable effect.
9.	Hopes & Fears	This position illustrates aspirations and worries held by the querent about this situation. What forces could fulfill hope? What forces could threaten the outcome?
10.	The Root	This is the root of it all. A card in this position represents the core of the reading. What will the final outcome look like? What is the ultimate message? Is this a vision of the future? Or is it a warning?

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Reading Tips for the "Tree of Insight" Tarot Spread

As with the original Tree of Life tarot reading, it's important to understand the relationships between the cards in this spread.

Pay close attention to the the relationship between cards 5 and 6: Is there a relationship between Present and Future?
Also pay close attention to the first card and the last card. Are the aims and ideals in line with the core of the reading, at the root?

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The "Tree of Insight" Tarot Reading

How to Do A "Tree of Insight" Tarot Reading

Reading Tips for the "Tree of Insight" Tarot Spread

How to Do A
"Tree of Insight"
Tarot Reading