finding the fool: a tarot journey to radical transformation

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"Finding the Fool is a tarot resource and study guide that goes beyond standardized, traditional interpretations, instead opening the door for readers of all genders, identities, and experience levels to build a unique and personal relationship with the cards. For Meg Jones Wall, the tarot path to your real, authentic self is bigger than what can be found in only one deck, one way, or one teaching. Breaking through barriers to show up as who you truly are—that is the radical journey to self-discovery and transformation.

Featuring clear, inclusive, and contemporary explorations for every card, Meg provides a roadmap for our own radical journey, giving us the tools and information needed to tap into the wisdom that already lives within us. The author provides astrological and numerological correspondences, methods of connecting with the tarot through spiritual and creative practices, and approaches for using different esoteric tools to explore the cards in new ways to help us create a personal, lasting relationship with tarot. Also included are journal prompts for personal insight and study, and suggestions for creating your own unique tarot spreads, making this a powerful companion for readers of all levels."
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out now: tarot spreads: how to read them, create them & revise them

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my second book on all things tarot spreads is here — and you can order it right now through bookshop.org, barnes & noble, amazon, or your favorite local bookshop.

a beautiful companion to my first book, tarot spreads walks you through reading tarot spreads with confidence, writing original tarot spreads that you love, and revising existing tarot spreads to more precisely answer your questions. even if you don't typically use spreads in your practice, this book will help you learn to ask better questions of your cards, and help you understand what you truly want and need from your readings.

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praise for finding the fool:

Theresa Reed, The Tarot Lady

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“In Finding the Fool: A Tarot Journey to Radical Transformation, author Meg Jones Wall takes the reader on a totally unique path. Instead of going with the standard (and outdated) rules of the road, the reader is encouraged to find their own way of interpreting the archetypes and symbols through a personal lens. This is a wholly modern perspective, one that leaves plenty of room for fresh insights and exciting ways of engaging with the cards. Meg’s masterful prose for each card takes you on an experiential adventure where you can channel the essence of the cards while seeing how they apply to your life. With Finding the Fool by your side, you’ll be well-equipped as you walk the path to self-discovery.”

Mary K. Greer

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“Finding the Fool frees you from meanings tied to specific tarot imagery and invites readers to explore a couple of tarot’s underlying principles that apply to any deck. Wall’s sample interpretations also expand meaning beyond the personal to an individual’s place in and responsibility to community in a refreshing way.”

Brittany Muller

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“This is the book I wish I had at the start of my tarot journey. With Finding the Fool, Meg Jones Wall has given us a true guide to the tarot. Drawing from her intimate familiarity with tarot, astrology, and numerology, Wall has managed to demystify the meanings of the cards while also respecting tarot’s spiritual malleability. Knowledgeable without being dogmatic, she allows readers to form their own opinions and encourages them to make tarot their own and to integrate it into their lives in ways that work for them. Wall’s gifts as both writer and teacher shine here in Finding the Fool—a much-needed addition to tarot literature.”

Kendra Austin

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“Finding the Fool is the warm, gentle hand shepherding us into the needlessly daunting world of self-discovery. This work empowers the reader to own an intentional and personal relationship with the tarot as we build one with ourselves, and provides infinite opportunities to find importance in this age-old tool beyond traditional definitions. Finding the Fool feels like an ascended master on a young diviner’s shoulder, reminding them that intuition is built in asking great questions, not having every answer. ”

A.E. Osworth

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“Finding the Fool is like Bible study for queer witches. From the first sentence Meg Jones Wall’s voice is firm and comforting, the spicy friend who dommes everyone around her into self-care and spiritual awakening. She reminds us all that magic is a practice and not a lightning strike. ”

Cassandra Snow

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“Finding the Fool is a beautiful book that drops you right into your tarot cards to experience them for yourself. Wall goes on to accessibly break down the astrology, numerology, and tarot theory for each card. She creates a warm, welcoming, info-packed resource for tarot learners at all levels. I absolutely loved this exploration, and this is one of my favorite tarot books I’ve read, maybe ever. Everyone reading or teaching tarot professionally needs this book.”

Rebecca Scolnick

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“This book had me hooked from the very first line! Finding the Fool is poetically written and deeply generous, guiding readers through all seventy-eight cards—and their elemental, astrological, and numerological associations—in ways that are accessible and thorough, with plenty of room left for personal exploration. It’s a perfect companion for both beginners on their tarot journey and seasoned practitioners or enthusiasts looking to build a new, more expansive relationship with the cards. Meg Jones Wall is a gentle, yet radical guide, weaving tradition and progress together to encourage new meaning-making. This will be a staple on my bookshelf from now on!”

Benebell Wen

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“A fresh voice, Meg Jones Wall has written seventy-eight meditative essays that inspire personal transformation. Drawing upon astrology and numerology, Finding the Fool is part postmodern primer on tarot and part spiritual philosophy.”

Mecca Woods

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“Finding The Fool is both thought-provoking and a refreshingly unintimidating exploration of tarot. I believe that tarot is supposed to help us strengthen our connection to ourselves and our intuition – not muddle or steer us away from it. What Meg has done with this book is empower people to build an intimate and tailor-made relationship with the cards by challenging tarot’s status quo, thereby helping people to establish a deep and intimate relationship with themselves.”