Can Tarot Cards Predict an Ex's Return?

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Leonard Nichols
Leonard Nichols
Experienced astrologer, 10+ years practice.

Hello, I understand that feeling – wanting to know if there's still a chance with an ex. It's probably one of the top 3 most frequently asked questions in Tarot readings.

To answer your question directly: Tarot cards cannot give you a 100% accurate 'yes' or 'no' answer, like a weather forecast.

You might be a little disappointed to hear that, but please let me explain why it can't, and what it can actually help you with.

You can think of Tarot cards as a very wise and insightful friend, or as an 'emotional relationship map,' rather than a crystal ball that predicts the future.

When you ask, 'Can we get back together?', this 'map' will reveal the following to you:

1. It helps you 'see the current situation': Often, when we're in the thick of it, we can't clearly see where the real problems lie. Tarot cards can tell you very clearly:

  • What is your current mindset? Are you truly still in love, or is it just unwillingness to let go, or a habit?
  • What are the other person's current state and thoughts? Are they thinking of you too? Or have they decided to move on? Or are they themselves conflicted?
  • What is the biggest obstacle between you two? Is it practical issues, poor communication, or a third-party factor? The cards can often pinpoint these with striking accuracy.

2. It provides 'guidance': Once you know the problem, the map will show you possible paths. Tarot cards will advise you:

  • If you want to reconcile, in what direction should you put your efforts? Should you reach out proactively and show change? Or should you first focus on self-improvement and enhance your appeal? Or perhaps you need a period of calm to give each other space?
  • It will reveal the key points for reconciliation. Perhaps you need to resolve a misunderstanding first, or change a certain interaction pattern of your own, for reconciliation to become possible.

3. It helps you 'explore possibilities': This is the closest to 'prediction,' but it's more like a 'deduction' or 'scenario planning.' Tarot will tell you:

  • 'If' both of you maintain the status quo and change nothing, what is the likelihood of reconciliation?
  • 'If' you act and adjust according to the cards' advice, how much greater will the possibility of reconciliation become?

To summarize:

So, when you ask Tarot, 'Can we get back together?', it won't simply answer 'yes' or 'no'.

It will tell you: 'Your current state is A, the other person's thoughts are B, and the issue between you is C. If you want to reconcile, you can try doing D, but be mindful of E. If you do D, the possibility of reconciliation might increase from 20% to 60%. But ultimately, the decision to act or not rests with you.'

In essence, Tarot cards return the power of choice and action to you. They help you clear the fog and see the path ahead, but whether to walk it, and how to walk it, is still up to you.

The most valuable aspect of a reconciliation reading isn't getting a definite future, but rather, through the process, gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and the other person, and then making a choice that is most beneficial and least regrettable for you – whether that choice is to fight for it or to gracefully let go.

雪梅 徐
雪梅 徐
Oracle card reader and intuitive guide.

Absolutely, this is almost one of the most common questions asked in Tarot readings. However, there's a crucial point I need to make clear: Tarot cards are not a machine that gives you a standard 'yes' or 'no' answer.

Think of it as a guide, or a friend who understands you deeply.

When you ask, "Will he come back?", Tarot won't directly tell you 'yes' or 'no.' What it does is lay out the entire situation's 'energy' and 'possibilities' for you to see.

For example, it might tell you:

  1. The other person's current state and thoughts: The cards might reveal whether they are thinking of you, if they've moved on to a new life, or even if they themselves are feeling conflicted.
  2. The current state of your relationship: The cards might show that there's still a deep emotional connection between you, but also that some fundamental, unresolved conflicts from the past persist. These conflicts are the obstacles.
  3. Future possibilities: This is what most people are concerned about. Tarot will tell you how likely reconciliation is if things continue on their current trajectory. For instance, a 'Wheel of Fortune' card might appear, suggesting a turning point; or a 'Three of Swords' might show that the pain is still present, making reconciliation difficult in the short term.
  4. Advice for you: This is where Tarot's true value lies. It might tell you what you need to do to improve the situation if you wish to reconcile; or it might suggest that moving forward and focusing on yourself could be the better option.

So, to summarize:

Tarot cannot give you a 100% certain future. This is because the future is in both your hands; any change in either person's thoughts or actions can alter the outcome.

However, it can help you see the current situation clearly, letting you know where you stand, what the other person might be thinking, and what the biggest issues between you are. It gives you a 'map,' showing you which direction might lead to your desired outcome.

Therefore, instead of asking a simple "Will he come back?", it's better to ask more in-depth questions, such as:

  • "What are the biggest obstacles to our reconciliation?"
  • "What should I do to improve the energy between us?"
  • "What is the most important lesson I need to learn from this relationship?"

This way, the guidance Tarot provides will be more useful and genuinely helpful to you.