The Pros & Cons of Online vs In-Person Tarot Readings

Introduction

Let’s be real-at one point or another, we all need a little guidance in our lives. Tarot reading has proven to be a source of guidance for centuries. From your love life to your career, these cards can help you in figuring out what’s best for you. In the past, your only option would be to go and meet up with a reader in person. In the post-pandemic world, a lot has changed. You no longer have to make time for a visit. A reading session is only a few clicks away as many readers now offer online sessions as well. But this also raises a question. ‘Do both formats offer the same experience?’.

If that is a question you have, continue reading as we have gathered details from professional readers to understand how they feel about virtual vs. real-time Tarot reading sessions.

Formats for Offering a Session

Before diving into the debate, it’s necessary to understand the different channels through which a reading could be conducted. First, we have our traditional sessions where both the client and the tarot reader are physically there in the same place. The next one is a remote session in the form of a video or audio call. The last one is the latest variation. These are the readings held digitally via chat through websites or automated chat-bots. Some of these are paid sessions with an actual reader present behind the screen while others can simply be AI-generated chat bots accessible for free. 

Exploring the Pros and Cons in Terms of

Depth and Connection 

In person: This tarot reading session with your clients gives you the opportunity to develop a connection with them which is necessary for an elaborate interpretation. As a clairvoyant, picking up subtle clues such as the seeker’s expressions is important for understanding their feelings. After all, a real-life conversation in any context has a lot more depth as there is an exchange of energy between the two parties.

Online: Conducting a reading via audio or video call still leaves some room for building a connection with your client as you will be able to sense their emotions. However, if the chosen format is a chat, analyzing the seeker’s aura will be a complex task. 

Feasibility and Resource-Saving

In person: Most people have really busy schedules which makes opting for this medium of tarot reading seem really time-consuming. Moreover, many people may not have this service in their area which could mean spending more on travelling costs. As a reader, it means that you will only be able to help people from your area.

Online: When you offer online tarot reading, individuals from all across the globe can seek your services. Clients will have the luxury of seeking your services remotely. You get a chance to experience a diverse client base while also saving the cost of having an actual office space. Not to mention, the flexibility of not having fixed hours as you can schedule sessions based on your own free time.

Exchange of Energy

In person: An important step in tarot reading is the shuffling of cards which is often done by seeker. Curious to know why? It transfers the querent’s energy to the deck. This means that the interpreter will be using their intuitiveness to tap into the querent’s energy. This results in more detailed, nuanced and accurate interpretation.

Online: The querent not having any physical interaction with the deck may result in a barrier leaving the interpreter dependent exclusively on their intuitive abilities. In AI-generated chat bots, this is a huge setback as it usually provides a vague explanation which lacks significant details. You might be left wondering how to actually use the given information to solve your current problem.

Anonymity and Comfort  

In person:  Despite your best efforts at making your client feel comfortable, they might still struggle during a tarot reading in asking personal questions in more detail. This can impact the depth and authenticity of the outcome.

Online: When it comes to tarot reading via chat, many people report feeling a lot more comfortable and at ease in asking complex questions or providing personal information that they find hard to communicate in a physical setting.  

Wrapping it Up!

Your search for Tarot reading near me will reveal hundreds of links to both digital and traditional sessions. It can be troublesome to find the format that works best for you. The most important advice we can give on this matter to both parties is to approach the session with open-mindedness and allow yourself to trust the process. You can experiment with both to find the one that feels right for you as each has its own benefits and limitations. With hopes that this blog helped you in making a decision, we invite you to Home of Wellness’s Tarot reading sessions in Dubai for an insightful experience.