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Monthly Review Spreads: Reflect and Reset with Tarot

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Use these powerful tarot spreads to review your month, celebrate growth, and set intentions for the month ahead.

As each month draws to a close, it's natural to want to pause, reflect, and prepare for what's ahead. Monthly tarot spreads offer a beautiful way to honor your journey, acknowledge your growth, and set conscious intentions for the future.

Why Monthly Reviews Matter

Regular reflection helps you:

  • Recognize patterns and progress you might otherwise miss
  • Process experiences and emotions
  • Celebrate achievements, both big and small
  • Learn from challenges and setbacks
  • Set aligned intentions for the future
  • Stay connected to your personal growth journey

The Complete Monthly Review Spread (7 cards)

This comprehensive spread covers all aspects of your monthly reflection:

  1. Theme of the past month - The overarching energy or lesson
  2. What I accomplished - Achievements to celebrate
  3. What challenged me - Difficulties that promoted growth
  4. What I learned about myself - Personal insights gained
  5. What to release - What no longer serves you
  6. Energy to embrace next month - Qualities to cultivate
  7. Guidance for moving forward - Practical wisdom for the path ahead

The Simple Three-Card Review

For a quicker reflection:

  1. Past Month's Gift - The main blessing or lesson received
  2. Present Moment Wisdom - What you need to know right now
  3. Next Month's Focus - Where to direct your energy

The Seasonal Transition Spread (5 cards)

Perfect for months that mark seasonal changes:

  1. What I'm harvesting - Fruits of your recent efforts
  2. What needs tending - Areas requiring continued attention
  3. What to plant - New seeds of intention to sow
  4. Seasonal wisdom - How to align with natural rhythms
  5. How to honor this transition - Ways to mark this passage

Working with Your Reading

During the Reading

  • Create a calm, reflective space
  • Light a candle or play soft music
  • Take your time with each card
  • Notice your immediate emotional response
  • Trust your intuition over memorized meanings

After the Reading

  • Journal about your insights
  • Look for connections between cards
  • Identify concrete actions you can take
  • Set 1-3 specific intentions for the coming month
  • Take a photo of your spread for future reference

Questions for Deeper Reflection

As you work with your cards, consider:

  • How do these cards reflect my actual experiences?
  • What patterns do I notice across multiple months?
  • Which insights surprise me the most?
  • How can I honor both my struggles and successes?
  • What support do I need to manifest my intentions?

Creating Your Monthly Ritual

Consider making your monthly review a special ritual:

Timing: Choose the same time each month (new moon, full moon, or last day) Space: Create a dedicated space with meaningful objects Preparation: Review your calendar, photos, or journal from the past month Integration: End with a concrete action step or commitment Gratitude: Always include appreciation for your journey

Sample Reflection Questions by Card Position

For accomplishments: What am I most proud of? What progress did I make toward my goals?

For challenges: How did I grow through difficulty? What strength did I discover?

For lessons learned: What do I now understand about myself that I didn't before?

For releasing: What beliefs, habits, or situations am I ready to let go of?

For future focus: What deserves my attention and energy next month?

Tracking Your Journey

Keep a monthly tarot journal to:

  • Record your spreads and interpretations
  • Track recurring cards or themes
  • Note how your readings evolved over time
  • Celebrate your growth and insights
  • Identify your personal card meanings

Monthly reviews with tarot aren't about predicting the future - they're about consciously participating in your own growth story. Each month offers new opportunities to align with your authentic self and create positive change.

What themes are emerging as this month comes to a close? What intentions want to be born for the month ahead?

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