Chris Egon Searle is not just the “hardest” man in tarot, he's one of the most sensible.
“People... want very spiritual answers that only apply to them...
They want [advice that’s really complicated] because they know they can’t follow it...
They can... use the complexity as an excuse of why it didn’t work.”
I think this goes some way towards explaining why many people who have something that’s concerning them are unwilling to ask a direct question about it and opt instead for a random spiritual message. If they got a clear and actionable answer to their question, they’d either have to do the thing or deliberately ignore the advice.
and sometimes they really don't want an answer ... hoping and believing into "their" answer, the one they hope for is all they have left and they don't want to lose that.
ReplyDeleteChris Egon Searle's perspective on tarot resonates with a refreshing dose of practicality. In a realm often sought for spiritual insights, his acknowledgment of people's tendency to prefer intricate advice, potentially as a convenient excuse for non-action, sheds light on the nuanced relationship individuals have with guidance.
ReplyDeleteThe reluctance to ask direct questions, opting instead for vague or random spiritual messages, seems to be rooted in a desire for answers that feel personal and exclusive. Searle's observation about the avoidance of clear and actionable advice raises an interesting point about the human inclination to navigate between seeking guidance and the readiness to follow through on the counsel received.
This insight prompts reflection on the psychology behind seeking spiritual guidance—whether it serves as a genuine quest for enlightenment or, at times, a means to navigate the discomfort of facing straightforward decisions. How do you perceive the balance between providing nuanced, spiritual insights and delivering actionable advice in your tarot practice?