The “Actor Out On Loan” Life-Purpose Spread
AUTHOR’S NOTE: I sometimes see online requests for “life-purpose” spreads. (For example, “What should I do with my life at this particular moment in time?”) Here is my latest attempt to answer the call. (In retrospect, because the Lenormand deck includes cards that are distinctly positive, negative and neutral, it may be worthwhile to work this spread with it rather than with tarot cards, but the “quintessence” step would not apply and the “Critique” card would be drawn at random.)
During my morning treadmill sessions I listen to classic-rock mixes on my iPod and today it was The Doors’ Riders on the Storm that grabbed my attention. In one verse, Jim Morrison waxes philosophical about earthly incarnation with the odd but vivid lament: “Into this world we’re thrown . . . An actor out on loan.” This seemed like good fodder for a new layout focusing on one’s elusive goals and all-too-evident obligations in life. Even if you don’t believe in destiny, karmic burden or reincarnation, the premise behind this spread — that we all have a role to play with both an upside and a downside — should offer valuable insights. (All spread guidance is in the graphic. If you need help in deriving the “quintessence” card, take a look at the visual presentation below.)
Originally published at http://parsifalswheeldivination.wordpress.com on August 5, 2023.
