Can a single Tarot card answer a big question?

Frankly, this question is a bit like asking: "Can I plan my entire week's trip just by glancing at the weather forecast?"

The answer is: Both yes and no. It entirely depends on how you ask, and what kind of answer you expect.

Let me explain it in a more relatable way:

Drawing a single card is like taking a "snapshot" of your question. It can very clearly tell you the most core energy, the most crucial point, or the aspect you most need to focus on at this very moment.

When can it answer?

When your significant question can be condensed into a "core focus," a single card can be very effective.

For example, don't ask: "Should I change this job?" This question is too broad, involving the past, present, future, comparisons between old and new companies, and so on.

But if you rephrase the question:

• "Regarding changing jobs, what is the core information I need to know right now?"
• "If I choose to change jobs, what kind of mindset do I need to adopt?"
• "What is the biggest blind spot currently preventing me from making a decision?"

In such cases, drawing a single card can be incredibly powerful.

• Drawing The Tower might tell you that this decision will bring disruptive changes, and your current comfortable situation might not last, so be prepared.
• Drawing The Hermit might suggest that you shouldn't rush into action; instead, look inward and figure out what you truly want as a matter of urgency.
• Drawing Strength might encourage you, indicating you have enough inner courage and gentleness to navigate this transition, with the key being gentle strength.

You see, it doesn't give you a direct "yes" or "no" answer, but it provides an extremely important perspective and guidance for action. For someone feeling lost, this "snapshot" often serves as the light that illuminates the whole picture.

When can it NOT answer?

When you expect a single card to act like a detailed report, telling you the causes and effects, the development process, future trends, and the pros and cons of all parties... then it definitely cannot do that.

Significant questions are significant precisely because they are complex, like a tangled mess. A single card can help you find a loose end, but it can't untangle the entire ball of yarn for you. If you insist on using one card to interpret the whole story, that's usually over-interpretation and can mislead yourself.

To summarize my view:

Treating a single card draw as a "spiritual compass" or a "daily focus" is incredibly powerful. When facing major issues, it can help you break through stagnation, give you a fresh starting point for thought, and tell you, "Hey, look here first!"

However, if you truly need a comprehensive analysis and scenario planning for a complex problem, wanting to understand "Why did things happen this way in the past?", "How might things develop in the future?", or "What are my potential challenges?", then it's advisable to use more complex spreads (like the classic Celtic Cross), allowing multiple cards from different angles to collectively tell you a more complete and layered story.

So, a single card is your guide, not your boss. It gives you direction and reminders, but the final decision, and the path you choose to take, is ultimately up to you.