The Tarot Fool

Keywords

Innocence, childlike trust, spontaneity, adventure, a new beginning, phase or path, faith, trusting God's guidance, openness, optimism, and, when reversed, lack of faith, impulsiveness, or recklessness

 

The Lesson of the Tarot Fool is Faith

We all, like the Fool, begin our life journey with childlike eagerness and innocent expectations. We are enveloped in Spirit (higher consciousness). Our thoughts and beliefs are shaped by what we experience and learn from our parents, culture, and society (the world) throughout our lives. The Fool reminds us not to be foolish by accepting others' thoughts and opinions as our own. Instead, the lesson is to stay true to our heart's desire through faith, regardless of our downfalls and of what others have taught us about them.

 

Personality (Strengths & Weaknesses)

Sanguine Type 1 is associated with the Sanguine/Yellow Personality (Air).

Sanguine Type 2 is associated with the Sanguine/Orange Personality (Air).

 

The Tarot Fool Traditional Meanings

 

• You're fresh, innocent, and enthusiastic about a new course you've chosen. 
• You exude radiance and hope and are, no doubt, full of potential. 
• You are independent and hold unique perspectives, and your originality begs to be expressed. 
• Your free-spirited, adventurous spirit longs for enlightenment and to share it with others.
• Be careful when you stand at the precipice of making significant decisions. Look both ways before you take this leap of faith.
• Balance in all things is crucial to avoid utter foolishness. Sincerely, try to maintain a balanced perspective on yourself and avoid being blinded by optimism or potential risk.
• Some may not understand your unique perspective as you begin your journey into the unknown. They may not be entirely convinced your determination is grounded in rationality, which is likely given your lack of clarity on this matter.
• Don't be reckless or uncommitted to your vision. Above all, trust in your higher power.

 

The Tarot Fool Biblical Meanings

 

The Tarot Fool is God before anything existed, infinite and full of potential. The Fool reminds us that our birthright is to walk unafraid, in light and love, with God, and that we can hope to expect the very best for and from ourselves and others with childlike trust. With a child's innocence, we can depend on our loving parents (the female and male aspects of God) and take any new path with faith and optimism.

Psalm 37:23: The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.

 

The Tarot Fool in Health Readings

 

Sudden changes, unpredictability, impulsive decisions, or taking risks cause stress, leading to restlessness, nervous tension, overstimulation, sensory overload, and anxiety spikes.

A fall. This could be a physical fall, an accident, or a risk that was taken that caused illness, injury (legs or ankles), or surprise (pregnancy, for example).

Health issues usually result from carelessness, such as failing to take preventive measures to avoid contracting the flu, stepping too close to the edge of a cliff, getting bitten by a dog, driving while drunk and running off the road, or failing to properly prepare your parachute. 

Lemon balm, chamomile, and grounding foods (such as sweet potatoes) can be beneficial.

 

A Tarot Meditation

What new path are you considering taking? What exciting chapter would you like to embark on? If you could step out in any new direction, what would it be?

 

Food Remedies

A light vegetarian diet is best, with some eggs, milk, and fish. Not eating enough vegetables and fruits, and overeating meat, will bother the Sanguine temperament.

Sanguine 1 (Yellow Energetic Personality): See Raising Yellow/Sanguine Energy Levels

Sanguine 2 (Orange Energetic Personality): See Raising Orange/Sanguine Energy Levels

 

Herb & Essential Oil Remedies

Sanguine 1 (Yellow): Bergamot, camphor, cedar, citronella, evening primrose, geranium, grapefruit, lemon, lemongrass, juniper, vetiver, and ylang-ylang

For the Sanguine 2 (Orange): Bergamot, calendula (marigold), camphor, cardamom, carrot seed, clary sage, citronella, evening primrose, geranium, grapefruit, lemon, lemongrass, jasmine, juniper, mandarin, neroli, orange, rose absolute, sandalwood, vetiver, and ylang-ylang

 

Stones & Crystals

Sanguine 1 (Yellow): Golden topaz, yellow amber, yellow citrine, golden tiger's eye, yellow aragonite, yellow calcite, rhodonite, Apache gold, and yellow jasper

For the Sanguine 2 (Orange): Carnelian, tiger's eye, orange amber, sunstone, malachite, peach aventurine, yellow/golden Topaz, Orange agate, yellow jasper, carnelian, moonstone, yellow fluorite, and citrine

 

Artwork: In the Peristyle by John William Waterhouse, 1874