Can Tarot cards answer 'yes' or 'no' questions?

Of course, but it's generally not recommended, and I'll explain why.

You can think of Tarot cards as a wise life mentor, rather than a simple calculator that can only answer "yes" or "no."

If you ask a mentor: "Should I quit my job?" They likely wouldn't directly answer "yes" or "no." Instead, they might ask you: "Why do you want to quit? What are you dissatisfied with in your current job? What are your plans for the future?" They would help you analyze the situation, see things you might have overlooked, and then empower you to make the best decision for yourself.

Tarot cards work in a similar way. Their strength lies in revealing the full picture, potential developments, and your true inner thoughts. They offer a "story" and "advice," not a cold, hard "answer."

For example, if you ask, "Can I be with him?"

• If you draw The Lovers, it might suggest a strong attraction between you, but also the need to make an important choice.
• If you draw The Hermit, it might indicate that you need to take some time alone to reflect and clarify what you truly want.
• If you draw The Tower, it could be a warning that the foundation of this relationship is unstable and there might be sudden, disruptive changes.

As you can see, this information is far more valuable than a simple "yes" or "no."

But what if you really, really just want a "yes" or "no" answer?

There are some simple spreads specifically designed for this. For instance:

1. Single Card Method: Just draw one card and judge based on whether its overall meaning is positive or negative. For example, drawing The Sun might be a "yes," while The Ten of Swords might be a "no." But what if you draw a neutral card like The Wheel of Fortune? It becomes difficult to determine.
2. Three Card Method: Draw three cards and see if there are more upright or reversed cards (or more positive or negative cards) to determine "yes" or "no." For example, two upright cards and one reversed might lean towards "yes."

Even with these methods, I still recommend looking closely at what the cards themselves are saying. Sometimes, a "yes" outcome might be accompanied by a warning card, telling you that even if it succeeds, the process will be very challenging.

To summarize my view:

Tarot cards can answer "yes" or "no," but doing so is somewhat "underutilizing" them and you'll miss out on the most valuable insights they can offer. Try rephrasing your questions from "Can I...?" to "How should I...?" or "What insights will...?" and you'll receive much more useful guidance from the Tarot.

Ha, this question is arguably a classic that everyone who encounters Tarot cards asks.

The simple, direct answer is: Yes, you can, but it's highly not recommended, and it wastes the true value of Tarot cards.

Let me explain it to you in an easy-to-understand way.

You can think of Tarot cards as a very wise, experienced life mentor or psychological counselor, rather than a fortune-telling machine that only nods or shakes its head.

Why is asking "yes or no" not recommended?

Think about it: if you have a very important life dilemma, such as "Should I change this job?", and you go to this wise mentor. Would you want them to simply answer "yes" or "no"?

You definitely wouldn't. You'd rather they help you analyze:

• "Why do you want to change jobs? What aspects of your current job make you dissatisfied?"
• "What attracts you to the new job opportunity? What are its potential risks?"
• "Given your current state, what difficulties do you need to overcome to make a change? What are your strengths?"

Tarot cards are just like this "mentor." Each card is full of images, symbols, and stories, revealing the "whole picture" of a situation, including your mindset, environmental influences, potential developments, and advice for you.

If you insist on using it to answer "yes or no," it's like forcing this life mentor to only nod or shake their head in response to your complex life questions. This will not only lead to an answer that might be vague or even misleading, but it will also completely waste the valuable insights they could offer you.

So, what if I really want a "yes or no" answer?

Of course, there are some specific spreads (such as a three-card spread, with one card representing "yes," one "no," and one "uncertain/the question itself is problematic") that can be used for yes/no questions. But even then, the cards drawn often leave you more confused. For example, if you draw "The Hanged Man," which represents dilemma and stagnation, is that a "yes" or a "no"? The interpretation remains very complex.

A more useful approach is to "change the way you ask."

This is where the true magic of Tarot lies. Transform your "yes/no question" into an "open-ended question," and you will receive much more valuable information.

Here are a few examples:

• Don't ask: "Can I get back together with him/her?" (Yes/No)

• Instead, ask: "What are the core issues I need to face and resolve if I want to get back together with him/her?" or "What did this relationship teach me? How can I grow from it?"

• Don't ask: "Can I find a new job?" (Yes/No)

• Instead, ask: "What are my biggest strengths and obstacles in finding a job I'm satisfied with?" or "In which direction should I strive to improve my job search prospects?"

See? When you change the way you ask, Tarot cards can transform from a simple "fortune-telling tool" into a "life navigation" guide that offers deep inspiration and actionable guidance. It won't make decisions for you, but it will show you the scenery, crossroads, and potential pitfalls along the way, allowing you to make wiser choices yourself.

So, in summary, it's not that Tarot cards "cannot" answer yes or no; it's that they can offer you far more than a simple "yes" or "no." Learn to ask smartly, and you can truly unleash the value of Tarot cards.