Brittany Muller, an expert in using Tarot Cards for contemplative prayer, joins the podcast to discuss inner work, prayer, and connecting with God. Topics include dispelling myths about Tarot, the intersection of Tarot with prayer, personal growth, embracing intuitive spirituality, and using Tarot for mindfulness and spiritual growth.
By integrating tarot into prayer, individuals can personalize their spiritual practice for profound insights and growth.
Engagement with tarot cards can shift individuals from a rigid mindset to a more intuitive and heart-centered approach to spirituality.
Embracing intuition and diverse spiritual practices can lead to a deeper connection with the divine and a more enriching spiritual journey.
Deep dives
Experience of Humility and Openness Through Tarot Practice
Engaging in tarot practice has led to a humbling experience for Brittany, who grew up in a conservative Catholic environment. Returning to Christianity through tarot has opened her to greater openness and humility. Despite initial fears associated with occult or intuitive practices, the practice of tarot has allowed Brittany to become more open-minded and less dogmatic in her approach to spirituality.
Integration of Intuitive Practice Into Faith Journey
Brittany's journey in utilizing tarot within her faith practice has been a transformative and intuitive experience. Despite initial trepidation surrounding tarot's intuitive nature and associations with the occult, Brittany emphasizes the importance of individualized approaches to integrating tarot into prayer. Through her book, she provides guidance on diverse ways to pray with tarot, acknowledging that this practice can be unique for each individual.
Personal Growth Through Tarot's Reflective Practice
Engaging in a daily tarot practice has enabled Brittany to shift from a head-centric to a heart-centered approach to spirituality. This reflective practice has facilitated profound insights, such as recognizing the divine feminine and embracing themes of adventure and faith in her personal journey. By employing Vizio Divina with tarot, Brittany experiences a macro-level ripple effect that humbles her, fosters openness, and encourages a less dogmatic and more intuitive connection to her spiritual path.
Exploring Intuition and Spirituality
The podcast delves into the importance of embracing intuition and spirituality, highlighting how traditional religious teachings may discourage intuitive connections with the divine. The conversation emphasizes the power of personal stories in shaping beliefs and experiences, illustrating how unconventional paths, like turning to tarot, can lead individuals back to faith. By challenging restrictive beliefs and encouraging openness to diverse spiritual practices, the podcast advocates for embracing intuition as a valid and enriching aspect of spiritual growth.
Living in the Present and Spiritual Transformation
The episode discusses the significance of being present in the moment as a key aspect of spiritual maturity and growth. It contrasts living on autopilot with intentional mindfulness, suggesting that true transformation arises from gradual shifts in perspective rather than sudden epiphanies. By using practices like tarot cards or observing symbolic reminders throughout the day, individuals are invited to step out of habitual routines and engage with life with gratitude and awareness. This intentional presence and openness to divine encounters are portrayed as transformative elements in the ongoing spiritual journey.
This week, we were joined by Brittany Muller to discuss her use of Tarot Cards as a contemplative prayer practice. Brittany helped dispel some of the myths and mysteries around the Tarot and we had a beautiful conversation about inner work, prayer, and connecting with God. Enjoy!
