Introduction

When you’re learning tarot, one of the hardest parts isn’t memorizing the meanings — it’s getting enough realistic practice. Reading for yourself is helpful, but eventually, you want to stretch your skills on questions that feel like they’re coming from actual people. And yet, finding volunteers who are willing to be read for — without judgment or “testing” you — can be a challenge.

That’s where these practice exercises come in. They’re designed so you can work through them any time, at your own pace — no sign-ups, no gatekeeping, no waiting for someone to say “yes.” Just you, your cards, and a realistic scenario.

Here’s how it works: you’ll receive a mock email from a fictional querent, crafted to sound like the kinds of requests professional readers get. (Every detail is invented — I never share real client stories.) Your job is to step into the role of the tarot reader and answer their question as if this were the real thing.

You can read however you like — pull a single card, create a spread, or improvise entirely. But for the structure of this course, we’ll first imagine you’ve drawn the Page of Wands on its own. Then, we’ll explore the reading again as if you’ve drawn the Page of Wands plus two other specific cards, which I’ll give you.

In both cases, you’ll find my own sample answer tucked away under a spoiler. These aren’t “correct” answers — tarot doesn’t work that way — but they’ll show you how one professional might handle the reading.

Even though the situations are fictional, they mirror the tone and complexity of questions paying clients bring. That means you’re not just practicing — you’re training for the real work.

Dive in, enjoy the process, and let each practice run make you just a little sharper, more confident, and more comfortable in your reader’s voice.

Exercise 1

Fictional client email:

Subject: Tarot Reading — I Want to Learn Music But I’m Too Old

Message: Hi,

This might sound silly, but I’ve always wanted to learn to play guitar. I’m 64 now, and I keep telling myself it’s too late — that I should have started as a kid, that I’ll never be any good, that it’s a waste of time at this point.

But the desire won’t go away. Every time I hear someone play, something lights up in me. I’ve even looked at beginner guitars online a few times, but I always close the tab and talk myself out of it.

I guess I’m wondering if the cards have any insight. Is this just a silly fantasy I should let go of, or is there something here worth pursuing? And if I do start, how do I get past the fear of being bad at it?

Thanks, Ted

🎯 Your Exercise: For this reading, you draw the Page of Wands.

Now imagine you’re writing back to Ted as a professional tarot reader. Let your tone be warm but honest — the Page of Wands is all about the courage to begin, even when you feel unqualified. Speak as if Ted is sitting across from you, waiting to hear that it’s okay to try something just because it calls to him.

Once you’ve written your version, open the spoiler below to see how I approached it. There’s no single “right” answer — but my example will give you a feel for how I’d channel the Page of Wands’ energy while still adapting to his personal situation.

Exercise 1.2

🔮 Let’s Turn Up the Challenge

That last reading was warm and encouraging — the Page of Wands made the message feel clear. So let’s add some complexity.

This time, imagine you pull two extra cards alongside the Page of Wands: Seven of Pentacles and Five of Wands. Now the story shifts. These new cards add layers — maybe impatience, maybe external friction, maybe something else entirely.

Take a moment to sit with the trio. You’re welcome to come up with your own interpretation before you peek at mine. When you’re ready, open the spoiler below to see how I’d read it.

Exercise 2

✨ From Hobby to Heart

In questions about learning or creativity, the Page of Wands often feels straightforward — it’s about curiosity, courage, and the willingness to begin. But what happens when the Page of Wands shows up in a relationship spread? The message can be more layered. Is it about bringing fresh energy into a connection? About someone who’s still figuring out what they want? Or is it pointing to restlessness that might destabilize things?

That’s exactly what we’re exploring in this next exercise.

Fictional client email:

Subject: Is this relationship going anywhere?

Message: Hi,

I’ve been seeing someone for about four months now. Things are fun — we laugh a lot, we have great chemistry, and I genuinely enjoy spending time with him. But I’m starting to wonder if this is actually going somewhere or if we’re just… playing.

He’s a bit younger than me and still figuring out his career. Sometimes I feel like he’s really into me, and other times I feel like I’m just one of many exciting things in his life. I can’t tell if he’s serious about building something with me or if I’m just part of his “adventure phase.”

I don’t want to pressure him, but I also don’t want to waste my time on something that’s never going to deepen. Can the cards give me any clarity on where this is heading — and whether I should keep investing in it?

Thank you, Danielle

🎯 Your Exercise: For this reading, you draw the Page of Wands.

Take a moment to think about how you would interpret the Page of Wands in Danielle’s situation. If you want, you can also shuffle your own deck and pull different cards, treating this as your personal practice round.

When you’re ready, open the spoiler below to see my answer for Danielle if I drew the Page of Wands as a single card.

Exercise 2.2

Now we move into the second part of the exercise. This time, the Page of Wands is joined by two extra cards: Two of Cups and The Fool.

You’re welcome to come up with your own interpretation of this combination. Take your time — explore how these cards might interact in Danielle’s situation and what they could reveal about where this connection might be heading.

When you’re ready, open the spoiler to read my take on this three-card pull.

🔥 Closing Thoughts

The Page of Wands is one of those cards that can seem “simple” at first glance — all enthusiasm, curiosity, and beginner’s courage. But as you’ve just seen in these exercises, context changes everything. A question about starting something new and a question about a relationship both brought out different sides of this card, and adding clarifiers shifted the message even further.

The more you work with these practice scenarios, the more naturally you’ll start seeing those layers when you pull cards in real life. Remember: you’re not aiming for perfection here — you’re building a feel for how the Page of Wands speaks in different situations, and you’re learning to trust your own interpretations along the way.

Keep your practice playful, keep your mind open, and most of all, keep showing up for the cards. Every reading you do is sharpening your craft — and you already have everything you need to begin.

✨ Support & Continue Your Journey

If you enjoyed working through these Page of Wands exercises and want to deepen your tarot practice, you can book a personal tarot reading with me at www.empowering-tarot.com — tailored guidance for your own questions and life path.

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Thank you so much for spending your time here and practicing with me today. Whether you’re here as a beginner or a seasoned reader, your curiosity and dedication make the tarot world richer. Keep going — your spark, your intuition, and your confidence will only grow from here.