The Tarot Connection » James Wanless http://tarotconnection.net The Tarot Podcast dedicated to the traditional, historic and modern Tarot. The Tarot Connection is a boutique publisher of tarot decks, books, courses, audio, and Web content located in Portland Oregon. Our primary goal is to identify and promote the innovative and provocative works of authors and artists in the Tarot Community. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 11:37:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 2006-2007 leisa@tarotconnection.net (Leisa ReFalo) leisa@tarotconnection.net (Leisa ReFalo) Tarot 1440 http://www.tarotconnection.net/TarotConnection144.png The Tarot Connection http://tarotconnection.net 144 144 The Tarot Podcast dedicated to the traditional, historic and modern Tarot. Leisa ReFalo Leisa ReFalo leisa@tarotconnection.net no no Episode 74: Tarot for Business & Creative Projects with James Wanless http://tarotconnection.net/episode-74/ http://tarotconnection.net/episode-74/#comments Fri, 14 Mar 2008 04:36:33 +0000 leisa http://tarotconnection.net/episode-74/ From a class in Portland, Oregon on February 25th 2008.

Hero’s Journey Layout

M.Y.T.H. Make Yourself The Hero of your life. A proactive reading which shows how to create the future of our choice. Breaking the card into sections allows for very specific answers.

First decide on the Quest.

Divide your deck in to 5 Stacks

Stack 1: Remainder Cards, those not used in the 4 other stacks.

Stack 2: Major Arcana 0. Fool – 10. Wheel of Fortune

Stack 3: Negative Cards: 5 of Wands; 5 of Crystals (Swords), 6 of Crystals, 7 of Crystals, 9 of Crystals, 10 of Crystals; 4 of Cups, 5 of Cups, 6 of Cups, 7 of Cups, 8 of Cups; 5 of Worlds (Pentacles). (If you are using a deck other than the Voyager Tarot you might want to look through your deck and see which minors you feel are negative.)

Stack 4: Court Cards

Stack 5: World Cards except 5 of Worlds. (Pentacles)

Card 1: Present

Where are you now in relation to your quest. Shuffle and draw a card from Stack One (Remainder Stack).

Card 2: Gift or Power

This is your magic, your gift. The gift that you have to archive the quest that you are on. Shuffle and draw one card from Stack Two (Majors 0-10).

Card 3: Obstacle

The noble adversary, the demon, the challenge, the obstacle, that which could stop you. Shuffle and draw one from Stack Three (Negative Cards)

Card 4: Ally

The helper, that which can help you from within, or other people in your life who can assist. Shufle and drew from Stack Four (Family/Court Cards)

Card 5: Action

Earth cards – Pentacles or Disks. All about action. I Do. What action can you take? Shuffle and draw from Stack Five (Worlds-Actions)

Card 6: Outcome

Put the rest of the deck together. Shuffle and draw one card. Where does it take you where do you go?

James Wanless

James Wanless, Ph.D. is the noted creator of Voyager Tarot, and also the author of Way of the Great Oracle, Strategic Intuition for the 21st Century, New Age Tarot, Wheel of Tarot and his latest book, Intuition@Work.

He has often been called “Mr. Tarot” or the “Tarot Revolutionary” because of his enormous contribution to the field of tarot. With his magical blend of personal charisma, humor and pragmatic enthusiasm, he is thought of as a “corporate shaman” and an internationally known authority on intuition.

He keynotes, trains, and consults with organizations throughout the world. He has also developed a groundbreaking technique for using the tarot as a proactive tool for “Life Coaching.”

New Edition of Voyager

Fair Winds Press has published a new edition of voyager tarot. This replaces the previous version and is 10% Smaller.

Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 4.9 x 1.9 inches

Experience the power of the symbols. Pick a card a day and change your life! Voyager Tarot shows you how to achieve your visions and dreams, creating the success you desire. Use the deck as an intuitive guide to forecast your future, reveal secrets of you subconscious and provide spiritual inspiration. This excellent decision-making tool can help you navigate life, enhancing business planning, relationship building and self-discovery.

Intuition Into Action Podcast

Intuition Into Action is a lively and entertaining podcast dedicated to exploring the ways and wonder of Intuition. Dr. James Wanless, author of the books: “Intuition at Work” and “Voyager Tarot”) is your host, and opens each program with a Theme for the week, followed by a compelling question for Ask the Oracle. The program ends with an Intuition Tip that listeners can use daily to develop their Intuition. Co-Hosted by Linda Woods (producer of Windows to Wellness podcast).

Visit us online at www.intuition-blog.com and www.ahealingvoice.net

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]]> http://tarotconnection.net/episode-74/feed/ 6 0:00:01 From a class in Portland, Oregon on February 25th 2008. Hero’s Journey Layout M.Y.T.H. Make Yourself The Hero of your life. A proactive reading which shows how to create the future of our choice. Breaking the card into sections allows for ver[...] From a class in Portland, Oregon on February 25th 2008. Hero’s Journey Layout M.Y.T.H. Make Yourself The Hero of your life. A proactive reading which shows how to create the future of our choice. Breaking the card into sections allows for very specific answers. First decide on the Quest. Divide your deck in to 5 Stacks Stack 1: Remainder Cards, those not used in the 4 other stacks. Stack 2: Major Arcana 0. Fool – 10. Wheel of Fortune Stack 3: Negative Cards: 5 of Wands; 5 of Crystals (Swords), 6 of Crystals, 7 of Crystals, 9 of Crystals, 10 of Crystals; 4 of Cups, 5 of Cups, 6 of Cups, 7 of Cups, 8 of Cups; 5 of Worlds (Pentacles). (If you are using a deck other than the Voyager Tarot you might want to look through your deck and see which minors you feel are negative.) Stack 4: Court Cards Stack 5: World Cards except 5 of Worlds. (Pentacles) Card 1: Present Where are you now in relation to your quest. Shuffle and draw a card from Stack One (Remainder Stack). Card 2: Gift or Power This is your magic, your gift. The gift that you have to archive the quest that you are on. Shuffle and draw one card from Stack Two (Majors 0-10). Card 3: Obstacle The noble adversary, the demon, the challenge, the obstacle, that which could stop you. Shuffle and draw one from Stack Three (Negative Cards) Card 4: Ally The helper, that which can help you from within, or other people in your life who can assist. Shufle and drew from Stack Four (Family/Court Cards) Card 5: Action Earth cards – Pentacles or Disks. All about action. I Do. What action can you take? Shuffle and draw from Stack Five (Worlds-Actions) Card 6: Outcome Put the rest of the deck together. Shuffle and draw one card. Where does it take you where do you go? James Wanless James Wanless, Ph.D. is the noted creator of Voyager Tarot, and also the author of Way of the Great Oracle, Strategic Intuition for the 21st Century, New Age Tarot, Wheel of Tarot and his latest book, Intuition@Work. He has often been called “Mr. Tarot” or the “Tarot Revolutionary” because of his enormous contribution to the field of tarot. With his magical blend of personal charisma, humor and pragmatic enthusiasm, he is thought of as a “corporate shaman” and an internationally known authority on intuition. He keynotes, trains, and consults with organizations throughout the world. He has also developed a groundbreaking technique for using the tarot as a proactive tool for “Life Coaching.” New Edition of Voyager Fair Winds Press has published a new edition of voyager tarot. This replaces the previous version and is 10% Smaller. Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 4.9 x 1.9 inches Experience the power of the symbols. Pick a card a day and change your life! Voyager Tarot shows you how to achieve your visions and dreams, creating the success you desire. Use the deck as an intuitive guide to forecast your future, reveal secrets of you subconscious and provide spiritual inspiration. This excellent decision-making tool can help you navigate life, enhancing business planning, relationship building and self-discovery. Intuition Into Action Podcast Intuition Into Action is a lively and entertaining podcast dedicated to exploring the ways and wonder of Intuition. Dr. James Wanless, author of the books: “Intuition at Work” and “Voyager Tarot”) is your host, and opens each program with a Theme for the week, followed by a compelling question for Ask the Oracle. The program ends with an Intuition Tip that listeners can use daily to develop their Intuition. Co-Hosted by Linda Woods (producer of Windows to Wellness podcast). Visit us online at www.intuition-blog.com and www.ahealingvoice.net Music Credits Opening Music: The Oracle Speaks by William Wilde Zeitler from Elegy for Atlantis Closing Music: Creative Energy by Charlie Bobus (Podsafe Music) Play or Download the Episode ~Episodes Leisa ReFalo no no Episode 69: Become Your Own Oracle with James Wanless http://tarotconnection.net/episode-69/ http://tarotconnection.net/episode-69/#comments Tue, 08 Jan 2008 05:05:20 +0000 leisa http://tarotconnection.net/episode-69/ Intuition, symbols, synchronicities and tarot to create your future.

From the Class on Friday November 30th 2007 in Portland Oregon

Experience modern, progressive tarot with tarot master, James Wanless, Ph.D. No longer a medieval fortune telling game, tarot is a spiritual and psychological tool that gives you a holistic map for how to create the fortunes you desire. Rather than a passive, deterministic old world process, tarot is an empowering, proactive compass for navigating your life in this changing, complex world.

In this hands on tarot evening, you will pick take-home cards and symbols from the Voyager Tarot Deck, and find your path and action to manifest your visions and dreams.

About the Presenter:

James Wanless, Ph.D. is the noted creator of Voyager Tarot, and also the author of Way of the Great Oracle, Strategic Intuition for the 21st Century, New Age Tarot, Wheel of Tarot and his latest book, Intuition@Work.

He has often been called “Mr. Tarot” or the “Tarot Revolutionary” because of his enormous contribution to the field of tarot. With his magical blend of personal charisma, humor and pragmatic enthusiasm, he is thought of as a “corporate shaman” and an internationally known authority on intuition.

He keynotes, trains, and consults with organizations throughout the world. He has also developed a groundbreaking technique for using the tarot as a proactive tool for “Life Coaching.”

Hermit’s Journey with Bonnie Cehovet – the Star and the Moon

Let’s complete our journey through the symbols of the Sun, Judgement and the World.
Welcome to the Hermit’s Journey. My name is Bonnie Cehovet, and today we will be continuing on our journey through the symbols in the Major Arcana. As I noted in the first Pod Cast of this series, that of the Fool, the imagery and symbolism in the Tarot is what connects us to its archetypal qualities and wisdom. It acts as a gateway between our conscious and our unconscious worlds. Each deck carries with it its own unique brand of imagery and symbols. For the purposes of this discussion, I will be referring to the Waite-Smith Tarot (also known as the Rider-Waite Tarot), as it is a traditional reference, and quite often used for teaching purposes. Interpreting the imagery and symbols is done in two ways: through the intent of the author/illustrator (and here we need to remember that the background for the Rider-Waite deck is that of the Golden Dawn), and how the Seeker sees it through the veil of their own personal life experiences.

Let’s continue our journey through the final cards of the Sun, Judgment, and the World. The major theme for the Sun is that of renewal. The energy of the Sun is intense masculine energy (as opposed to the feminine energy of the Moon).

The Sun itself symbolizes life force, and its twenty-one rays symbolize the twenty-one cards of the Major Arcana, with the center representing the Fool.

The four Sunflowers, sacred to the Sun, represent the four elements.

The wall indicates a boundary of some sort – the child being outside of the wall indicates that he is beyond limitations.

The white horses are solar symbols, as well as symbols of our inner self. In “The Heart of the Tarot”, Sandra Thomson also indicates that the white horses represent force subdued by reason.

The naked child riding the horse has nothing to hide. The red banner symbolizes action and intent. The red feather goes back to the card of the Fool, showing that the Fool has been transformed through a mystical death and is now an innocent child.

When the Sun appears in a reading, the Seeker may be bringing a childlike innocence tot he situation. Take a look at the surrounding cards to see if they need to balance this by paying closer attention to their environment. The force of the Sun’s energy also represents the potential for unbounded creativity – the thought here is that the Seeker not burn themselves out….

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]]> http://tarotconnection.net/episode-69/feed/ 1 0:00:01 Intuition, symbols, synchronicities and tarot to create your future. From the Class on Friday November 30th 2007 in Portland Oregon Experience modern, progressive tarot with tarot master, James Wanless, Ph.D. No longer a medieval fortune telling g[...] Intuition, symbols, synchronicities and tarot to create your future. From the Class on Friday November 30th 2007 in Portland Oregon Experience modern, progressive tarot with tarot master, James Wanless, Ph.D. No longer a medieval fortune telling game, tarot is a spiritual and psychological tool that gives you a holistic map for how to create the fortunes you desire. Rather than a passive, deterministic old world process, tarot is an empowering, proactive compass for navigating your life in this changing, complex world. In this hands on tarot evening, you will pick take-home cards and symbols from the Voyager Tarot Deck, and find your path and action to manifest your visions and dreams. About the Presenter: James Wanless, Ph.D. is the noted creator of Voyager Tarot, and also the author of Way of the Great Oracle, Strategic Intuition for the 21st Century, New Age Tarot, Wheel of Tarot and his latest book, Intuition@Work. He has often been called “Mr. Tarot” or the “Tarot Revolutionary” because of his enormous contribution to the field of tarot. With his magical blend of personal charisma, humor and pragmatic enthusiasm, he is thought of as a “corporate shaman” and an internationally known authority on intuition. He keynotes, trains, and consults with organizations throughout the world. He has also developed a groundbreaking technique for using the tarot as a proactive tool for “Life Coaching.” Hermit’s Journey with Bonnie Cehovet – the Star and the Moon Let’s complete our journey through the symbols of the Sun, Judgement and the World. Welcome to the Hermit’s Journey. My name is Bonnie Cehovet, and today we will be continuing on our journey through the symbols in the Major Arcana. As I noted in the first Pod Cast of this series, that of the Fool, the imagery and symbolism in the Tarot is what connects us to its archetypal qualities and wisdom. It acts as a gateway between our conscious and our unconscious worlds. Each deck carries with it its own unique brand of imagery and symbols. For the purposes of this discussion, I will be referring to the Waite-Smith Tarot (also known as the Rider-Waite Tarot), as it is a traditional reference, and quite often used for teaching purposes. Interpreting the imagery and symbols is done in two ways: through the intent of the author/illustrator (and here we need to remember that the background for the Rider-Waite deck is that of the Golden Dawn), and how the Seeker sees it through the veil of their own personal life experiences. Let’s continue our journey through the final cards of the Sun, Judgment, and the World. The major theme for the Sun is that of renewal. The energy of the Sun is intense masculine energy (as opposed to the feminine energy of the Moon). The Sun itself symbolizes life force, and its twenty-one rays symbolize the twenty-one cards of the Major Arcana, with the center representing the Fool. The four Sunflowers, sacred to the Sun, represent the four elements. The wall indicates a boundary of some sort – the child being outside of the wall indicates that he is beyond limitations. The white horses are solar symbols, as well as symbols of our inner self. In “The Heart of the Tarot”, Sandra Thomson also indicates that the white horses represent force subdued by reason. The naked child riding the horse has nothing to hide. The red banner symbolizes action and intent. The red feather goes back to the card of the Fool, showing that the Fool has been transformed through a mystical death and is now an innocent child. When the Sun appears in a reading, the Seeker may be bringing a childlike innocence tot he situation. Take a look at the surrounding cards to see if they need to balance this by paying closer attention to their environment. The force of the Sun’s energy also represents the potential for unbounded creativity – the thought here is that the Seeker not burn them[...] Leisa ReFalo no no Episode 5: Card of the Day http://tarotconnection.net/episode-5/ http://tarotconnection.net/episode-5/#comments Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:50:54 +0000 leisa http://tarotconnection.net/episode-5/ Archived
This Podcast Episode has been archived. It is available for purchase at shop.tarotconnection.net in the Year One Archive mp3 DVD.

The card of the day is a very common Tarot practice. Simply draw a card for guidance for the day. You can be very specific in the focus of the card. The Fairytale Tarot: For a Happy Ever AfterI have two spectacular guests who discuss how they do this practice and what it means to them. This episode is full of practical techniques to bring a daily card practice alive.My husband Paul & I use the Fairytale Tarot for bedtime card of the day readings.

JAMES WANLESS, Ph.D., creator of the best-seller, Voyager Tarot Deck, has been called Mr. Tarot . He is the author of Way of the Great Oracle and Strategic Intuition for the 21st Century, and his latest work, Intuition @ Work. Dr. Wanless is internationally acclaimed as a master of symbols, creativity and intuition. An empowering and delightful mentor and speaker, Dr. Wanless is an ideal guide for your entry into the world of magic and mystery. His website is Voyager Tarot .

James Wells is a Toronto-based Tarot consultant with an international clientele. Since age 12, he has lived, worked and played with the Tarot and its rich symbolism. James is also a Reiki Master, publisher of The Six-Rayed Star, musician, explorer of divination systems, weaver of rituals, and workshop facilitator. His job as a Worker of Oracles is to create sacred space for constructive feedback and soul work – a place where dreams, goals, imagination, intuition and magick, have full sway so that you can enjoy insight, support and healing. His website is Worker of Oracles.

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This Podcast Episode has been archived. It is available for purchase at shop.tarotconnection.net in the Year One Archive mp3 DVD.

Episode 2: Symbols, Syncronicity and Oracles with James Wanless

The Moon from the Voyager TarotAudio from a class held at Spirit Feathers for the Portland Tarot Study group on July 10, 2006

Where do you want to go today?
Who are you becoming tomorrow?

Let the power of Synchronicity and Symbols be your guide.
Explore the Mystery and Trust your Intuition.

Learn the oracular art of using metaphor and the quantum magic of synchronicity to see and create your future. We will explore the intentional practice of synchronicity by your intuition and the power of Tarot visual symbols and archetypal imagery. You will take home a Voyager card for navigating your life journey.

James WanlessJAMES WANLESS, Ph.D., creator of the best-seller, Voyager Tarot , has been called Mr. Tarot . He is the author of Way of the Great Oracle and Strategic Intuition for the 21st Century, and his latest work, Intuition@Work. Dr. Wanless is internationally acclaimed as a master of symbols, creativity and intuition. An empowering and delightful mentor and speaker, Dr. Wanless is an ideal guide for your entry into the world of magic and mystery. His website is Voyager Tarot .

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This Podcast Episode has been archived. It is available for purchase at shop.tarotconnection.net in the Year One Archive mp3 DVD.

Episode 2: Symbols, Synchronicity and Oracles with James Wanless

Explore the Mystery and Trust your Intuition with James Wanless. Class participation and interpretation.

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