Yes or no tarot
A yes or no tarot reading draws one card for a clear question and reads it as leaning yes, no or maybe: bright cards lean yes, heavy cards lean no, and a reversed card follows its reversed meaning.
Also known as: yes no tarot, tarot yes or no
This is the simplest reading in tarot: one question, one card. Every card carries a lean. Bright, forward-moving cards such as The Sun, The Star or the Ace of Cups lean yes. Heavy cards such as The Tower or the Ten of Swords lean no. Quiet, mixed or waiting cards, such as The High Priestess or The Hanged Man, lean maybe.
A reversed card follows its reversed meaning. A reversed bright card often turns the answer to a no or a maybe, while a reversed card of hardship, such as the Devil or the Nine of Swords, can point to recovery and a cautious yes. A ‘maybe’ is not a failed reading: it means the outcome is still open and depends on your next step.
Ask one clear question about something within your own life, such as ‘Should I apply for this role now?’ rather than ‘Will they call?’. Avoid asking the same question again straight away; the first card is the answer to sit with.
A single card gives a lean, not a guarantee. For decisions with many moving parts, a three-card spread or a Celtic Cross shows the reasons behind the answer.