Sangeeta Karia : Tarot Card Reading is Science as w ell as Art

I have seen Sangeeta Karia with many different kind of hats. The beauty is whatever she does, it is with hard labor, devotion and due diligence. She has worked as freelance writer and journalists since long and wrote for many prominent news papers and magazines. Her write ups were appreciated by readers as well as envoy  her own writer community.

She travelled to USA and worked in New York's Manhattan area for many years. It was during her stay in NY that she fell in love with Tarot as a science. She learnt through Gurus, attended Tarot Workshops, started practicing  meditation, which is one of the key to be a successful tarot readers. And finally started predictions based on tarot reading.

She narrates me few instances, when people could not believe her predictions but came back to her quickly after seeing her predictions turned out to be correct.

Life  was always been challenging for her be it occupation, finances or personal life. She has seen agony of her father as he had suffered due to cancer. Sangeeta did not marry because she had a fear that after her marriage she may not be able to look after her father.

When asked what Tarot is all about. She says it is a form of fortune telling or predicting events, that has been used for many centuries to provide guidance and help people  understanding the emotional issues influencing one's life. It can be used to bring inside and understanding to personal and professional situations. The cards tells her a lot about her subject, she truly try to share that but if it is about bad health, death or accident she tells in positive way that includes how to get thoroughly examined by doctor, avoid road journey etc etc.

She says if you trace history of Tarot, you may find in India, the Ganjifa cards are the pre runners of Tarot. In Europe it seems to be 14th century - to the days of Marco Polo. The original teachings of the  
Tarot are believed to be based on 22 pewter plates, which made up the Major Arcana. A reading of these was used to decide when to plant a crop, or to make decisions for a nation such as to go for a war ! many years later the Minor Arcana cards were added to the Tarot. The Minor Arcana consists of 56 cards, which are the basis of playing deck we use today for card games. It is also believed that it was Roman Gypsies who introduced Tart to western world. Gypsies have their roots in Thar Desserts in India.

How she reads the cards ? She says, she clears her mind from all thoughts before her reading session. Then, voila, something flow from inside freely !

This is Sangeeta Karia helping distressed people to live life in a more positive way. She can be reached : +91-9029410091 sangeeta.karia@gmail.com

I give brief attribute of each card for my readers : 

Basic Tarot Card Meanings                                        

The Major Arcana
The Fool	Upright: New beginnings, new adventures, new opportunities, unlimited possibilities,  pleasure, passion, thoughtlessness, rashness Reverse: A bad decision, indecision, apathy, hesitation, a faulty choice
The Magician	Upright: Originality, creativity, skill, will-power, self confidence, dexterity, sleight of hand Reverse: Weakness in will, insecurity, delay, no imagination
The High Priestess	Upright: Wisdom, knowledge, learning, intuition, purity, virtue, a lack of patience, a teacher Reverse: Ignorance, lack of understanding, selfishness, shallowness
The Empress	Upright: Action, development, accomplishment, mother/sister/wife, evolution Reverse: Vacillation, inaction, lack on concentration, indecision, anxiety, infidelity
The Emperor	Upright: Accomplishment, confidence, wealth, stability, leadership, father/brother/husband, achievement, a capable person Reverse: Immaturity, indecision, feebleness, petty emotions, lack of strength
The Hierophant	Upright: A need to conform, social approval, bonded to the conventions of society Reverse: Unconventionality, unorthodoxy, an inventor or Upright: Mercy, kindness, forgiveness, compassion, conformity, a sense of historical importance, inspiration Reverse: Foolish generosity, errors are repeated, impotence, vulnerability, frailty, unorthodoxy
The Lovers	Upright: Love, harmony, trust, honor, the beginning of a romance, optimism, a meaningful relationship/affair Reverse: Unreliability, separation, frustration in love, fickleness, untrustworthy
The Chariot	Upright: Perseverance, a journey, a rushed decision, adversity, turmoil, vengeance Reverse: Unsuccessful, defeat, failure, last minute loss, vanquishment
Strength	Upright: Strength, courage, conviction, energy, determination, action, heroism, virility Reverse: Weakness, pettiness, sickness, tyranny, lack of faith, abuse of power
The Hermit	Upright: Counsel, inner strength, prudence, caution, vigilance, patience, withdrawal, annulment, a loner Reverse: Imprudence, hastiness, rashness, foolish acts, immaturity
The Wheel of Fortune	Upright: Destiny, fortune, a special gain, an unusual loss, end of a problem, unexpected events, advancement, progress Reverse: Failure, bad luck, interruption, outside influences, bad fate, unexpected events
Justice	Upright: Harmony, balance, equality, righteousness, virtue, honor, advice, a considerate person Reverse: Bias, false accusations, intolerance, unfairness, abuse
The Hanged Man	Upright: Suspension, change, reversal, boredom, abandonment, sacrifice, readjustment, improvement, rebirth Reverse: Unwillingness to make an effort, false prophecy, useless sacrifice
Death	Upright: Transformation, making way for the new, unexpected change, loss, failure, illness or death, bad luck Reverse: Stagnation, immobility, slow changes, a narrow escape, cheating death
Temperance	Upright: Moderation, temperance, patience, harmony, fusion, good influence, confidence Reverse: Discord, conflict, disunion, hostility, frustration, impatience
The Devil	Upright: Ravage, weird or strange experience, downfall, unexpected failure, controversy, violence, disaster, an ill-tempered person Reverse: Divorce, release, handicaps are overcome, enlightenment
The Tower	Upright: A sudden change, abandonment of past, ending a friendship, unexpected events, disruption,  bankruptcy, downfall, loss of money or security Reverse: Following old ways, a rut, entrapment, caught in a bad situation, imprisonment
The Star	Upright: Hope, faith, inspiration, optimism, insight, spiritual love, pleasure, balance Reverse: Unfulfilled hopes, disappointment, dreams are crushed, bad luck, imbalance
The Moon	Upright: Deception, trickery, disillusionment, error, danger, disgrace, double-dealing Reverse: Deception is discovered before damage can be done, trifling mistakes, taking advantage of someone
The Sun	Upright: Satisfaction, accomplishment, success, love, joy, engagement or a happy marriage Reverse: Unhappiness, loneliness, canceled plans, broken engagement or marriage, a clouded future, a lack of friends
Judgment or Rejuvenation	Upright: Awakening, renewal, a well lived life, better health, a quickened mind Reverse: Fear of death, failure, possible loss, ill health or Upright: Atonement, judgment, the need to forgive, rejuvenation, rebirth, improvement, development, promotion, efforts are rewarded Reverse: Delay, disappointment, indecision, procrastination, theft, worry
The World	Upright: Completion, perfection, recognition, honors, the end result, success, fulfillment, triumph, eternal life Reverse: Imperfection, lack of vision, disappointment

The Minor Arcana
Wands	Usually predict energy, growth, enterprise, animation, and glory.
Ace of wands	Upright: A creative beginning, a new business venture, a profitable journey, an inheritance, a new career, a birth in the family Reversed: Selfishness may spoil the venture, setbacks for a new enterprise, a journey may be put off, a lack of determination
Two of Wands	Upright: A kind and generous person, an interest in science, patience, creative ability, courage, good things to come Reversed: Caution is advised against impatience, a possible domination by others
Three of Wands	Upright: A cooperation in business affairs, trade and commerce, success brought by a good partnership, practical help may come from a successful person Reversed: A tendency to scatter energies, mistakes are made through carelessness, disappointment, caution against pride and arrogance
Four of Wands	Upright: The beauty of the harvest home, perfected work, prosperity, peace, celebration after labor, end of romance in marriage, happy holidays to come Reversed: Learning to appreciate the little things in life, beauty of nature, peace, harmony
Five of Wands	Upright: Competition, possibility of a lawsuit or quarrel, obstacles, courage Reversed: Harmony, new opportunities, generosity
Six of Wands	Upright: Good news, victory, success after labor, helpful friends, leadership during journey Reversed: Rewards are delayed, postponed trip, bad news, an insolent winner, pride in riches/success
Seven of Wands	Upright: The ability to "hold one's own" against adversaries, stiff competition in business, a fight won, a fight one may have to face soon, victory, energy, courage Reversed: The threat will pass by, don't let others take advantage, caution against indecision, patience
Eight of Wands	Upright: A Goal is approaching, new ideas, a journey by air, love will find its mark, love of open air, gardens, meadows Reversed: Jealousy, violence, quarrels, domestic disputes, a force of courage or boldness is applied to suddenly
Nine of Wands	Upright: Preparedness, eventual victory, good health, strength in reserve, tendency to obstinacy Reversed: Unpreparedness, refusal to fight, weakness in character, ill health, bending over adversity
Ten of Wands	Upright: An oppressive load, pain, all plans or projects ruined, complete failure Reversed: Strength, energy, a desire to ruin the happiness of others, a clever person
Page of Wands	Upright: Brilliance, courage, beauty, sudden anger or love, great enthusiasm, a messenger Reversed: Superficial, theatrical, unstable, a broken heart, bad news to come
Knight of Wands	Upright: An impetuous nature, generous friend, a lover, haste, a journey, the coming or going of a matter is of much concern Reversed: Discord, work interrupted, jealousy, narrow-mindedness, suspicion, the journey is delayed
Queen of Wands	Upright: A woman, fondness of nature or of the home, attraction, command, someone who is well liked or honorable Reversed: Strict, domineering, a jealous and revengeful nature, deceit, infidelity
King of Wands	Upright: A gentlemen, father, passionate, generous, noble, a good leader Reversed: Severe, unyielding, strict, intolerance, prejudice, quarrels
Cups	Usually predict love, happiness, fertility, and beauty.
Ace of Cups	Upright: The beginning of love, joy, beauty, or good health Reverse: Hesitancy to accept the things that come from the heart, love under a selfish grasp, egotism
Two of Cups	Upright: A new romance, a well balanced friendship is beginning, harmony, cooperation Reverse: A loss of balance in a relationship, a violent passion, love turning bad, a misunderstanding
Three of Cups	Upright: A good fortune in love, a happy conclusion, unknown talents are discovered, a sensitive and sympathetic person, hospitality Reverse: Pain, gossip, unknown talents remain hidden, overindulgence
Four of Cups	Upright: Reevaluation, a dissatisfaction with success, kindness may come from others Reverse: New relationships possible, new goals, new ambitions, action
Five of Cups	Upright: Sorrow, loss of a loved one, a broken marriage, disillusionment, vain regret Reversed: Return of hope, new relationships are beginning, return of a loved one, courage is summoned from within
Six of Cups	Upright: A gift from a childhood acquaintance, happiness and pleasure brought from the past, good memories,  a new friendship, a gift from an admirer, new opportunities Reverse: Living in the past, outworn friendships, disappointment
Seven of Cups	Upright: A long-worked imagination, unable to choose one's direction in life, illusory success Reverse: A good use of determination, will-power, a definite path will be chosen
Eight of Cups	Upright: An abandonment of one's current path in life, disappointment in love, misery and repining without cause, desire to leave on'e success for something higher Reverse: Search for pleasure, seeking joy or success, a new love interest
Nine of Cups	Upright: An assured future, physical well-being, a wish may come true Reverse: A lack in money, overindulgence, illness, a wish may not come true
Ten of Cups	Upright: A happy family life, true friendships, lasting happiness Reverse: A family quarrel, loss of a friendship, children may turn against their parents, waste
Page of Cups	Upright: Gentleness, sweetness, kindness, an interest in poetry or art, news Reverse: Selfishness, little desire to create, a poor imagination
Knight of Cups	Upright: Intelligence, romantic dreamer, the coming or going of an emotional matter Reverse: Trickery, fraud, sensuality, idleness, an untruthful person
Queen of Cups	Upright: Imagination out-ways one's common sense, a good wife or loving mother, happiness, gentle, a good natured person Reverse: An over-active imagination, perverse, pleasure and happiness may turn bitter
King of Cups	Upright: A business man, a man of law, kindness, a considerate person, a willingness to take on responsibility, and enjoyment of the arts or sciences Reverse: A powerful man but a double-dealer, crafty, violent, scandal
Swords	Usually predict aggression, force, ambition, courage, strife, misfortune
Ace of Swords	Upright: Beginning of a victory, ability to love and hate with ardor, a valiant leader may be born Reverse: Caution when trying to use power to gain an ending, obstacles, tyranny
Two of Swords	Upright: Well balanced emotions are needed, indecision, trouble ahead, in need of direction Reverse: Release, beware when dealing with the unscrupulous
Three of Swords	Upright: Affections may experience "stormy weather", lovers separated, possible civil war Reverse: Disorder, confusion, loss, sorrow due to loss
Four of Swords	Upright: Rest after strife, retreat, temporary exile, a change back to the "active life" Reverse: Renewed activity, social unrest, labor strikes
Five of Swords	Upright: Failure, defeat, cowardliness, cruelty, an empty victory Reverse: A lesser chance of loss or defeat, an empty victory, unfairness in dealings
Six of Swords	Upright: A journey, passage away from sorrow, harmony will prevail Reverse: Journey will be postponed, no way out of present obstacles or difficulties
Seven of Swords	Upright: An unwise attempt, unreliability, betrayal, insolence, spying, possible failure Reverse: Excessive help is given, good advice, counsel, stolen items are returned
Eight of Swords	Upright: Restricted action, indecision, censure, temporary illness, weakness, a prisoner Reverse: Relaxation, new beginnings possible, freedom
Nine of Swords	Upright: Suffering, doubt, desolation, illness, injury, death of a loved one, suspicion, cruelty, misery, loss, dishonesty, pitilessness, slander Reverse: Healing over time, unselfishness, patience, good news of a loved one
Ten of Swords	Upright: Sudden misfortune, ruin of plans, defeat, failure, pain and tears Reverse: Evil forces are overthrown, courage, some success, better health
Page of Swords	Upright: Dexterity, grace, diplomacy, understanding, an upsetting message Reverse: A cunning person, an imposture, ill health, unexpected events
Knight of Swords	Upright: A headlong rush into life, a strong man, bravery, a skillful and clever person, an unexpected coming or going of a matter Reverse: Tyranny, a troublemaker, a crafty and secretive person
Queen of Swords	Upright: A quick and confident decision, a widow, one who can bear their sorrow Reverse: Cruelty due to keen observations, a sly and deceitful person, narrowmindedness, a gossip
King of Swords	Upright: A judge, a powerful commander, a firm friendship holder but often overcautious, a wise counselor Reverse: Evil intentions, an obstinate person, decisions or judgments may seem unfair
Pentacles	Usually predict money, industry, and material gain
Ace of Pentacles	Upright: A new business venture, the beginning of prosperity, beginning of happiness or pleasure Reverse: Possible greed or misery, money may not be everything
Two of Pentacles	Upright: The ability to handle multiple situations, harmony is maintained during change, new projects may be difficult, expect a helpful message Reverse: Difficulty with handling problems, expect a discouraging message
Three of Pentacles	Upright: Reward for skills or abilities, approval, success through effort Reverse: Quality in workmanship is neglected, good work is expended due to a preoccupation with money, common place ideals or ambitions
Four of Pentacles	Upright: Love of power or money, a lack of give-and-take, miserly or ungenerous nature Reverse: Some earthly possessions may be lost, obstacles or delays in business affairs, a spendthrift.
Five of Pentacles	Upright: Loneliness, destitution, loss of possessions, poor health, despair due to spiritual impoverishment Reverse: New employment, revived courage, a new interest
Six of Pentacles	Upright: Sharing of prosperity, one will soon receive what is rightfully theirs, charity, gifts, philanthropy, three-fold Reverse: Bribes, unfairness, prosperity is threatened, jealousy, miserliness
Seven of Pentacles	Upright: Effort and hard work will cause growth, a pause during development, reevaluations Reverse: Little progress, impatience, anxiety, investments may be unprofitable
Eight of Pentacles	Upright: Learning a trade or profession, employment is coming soon, skill, handiwork, small money gain Reverse: Skills are not being used properly, a dislike of hard work, ambition is void
Nine of Pentacles	Upright: Well-being, things in life are enjoyed alone, solitude, a green thumb Reverse: Loss is possible, danger from thieves, caution
Ten of Pentacles	Upright: Stable family, gain in wealth, property is acquired Reverse: Family misfortune, caution, mind is dull, slothfulness
Page of Pentacles	Upright: Scholar, generosity, kindness, a careful person, learning new ideas/opinions Reverse: Wastefulness, luxury, rebellious, opposing ideas/opinions, bad news
Knight of Pentacles	Upright: Trustworthy, a heavy and dull outlook, patience, accepting of responsibilities, an animal lover, a nature lover, the coming/going of a matter Reverse: Irresponsible, impatience, timidness, carelessness, a standstill in affairs
Queen of Pentacles	Upright: Intelligence, thoughtfulness, a creative person, talents are used well, melancholy Reverse: Too much dependence, neglected duties, mistrust, suspicion, not a very creative person
King of Pentacles	Upright: A chief of industry or a banker, a reliable person, a married man, solid, steadiness Reverse: Materialistic, slow to anger, 'head is on the ground", bribes