Three-Card Daily
The Three-Card Daily spread is the workhorse of tarot reading. Its simple situation–advice–outcome format provides clear, actionable guidance for specific questions. Perfect for daily practice and building interpretation skills.
Card Positions
1. Situation
What's happening now? The current energy, circumstances, or challenge you're facing.
2. Advice
What should you know or consider? Guidance on how to approach the situation.
3. Outcome
What's the likely result? The energy or direction things are heading if you follow the advice.
When to Use This Spread
- •Daily guidance and check-ins
- •Specific questions with clear focus
- •When you need actionable advice
- •Building interpretation skills
- •Quick decision-making support
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Reading cards in isolation
✅ Solution: Look for connections and flow between the three positions. They tell a story together.
❌ Forcing positive outcomes
✅ Solution: Honor challenging cards in the outcome position - they often provide the most valuable guidance.
❌ Over-complicating simple questions
✅ Solution: This spread works best with focused, specific questions rather than broad life overviews.
Example Reading
Question: "Should I have a difficult conversation with my friend about their behavior?"
Situation: Two of Swords
You're avoiding a decision due to fear of conflict, but the situation requires clarity.
Advice: Queen of Swords
Approach with clear, honest communication. Be direct but compassionate.
Outcome: Six of Cups
The conversation could restore harmony and deepen your friendship.
Reading Synthesis:
The reading suggests that while you're hesitant about confrontation, honest communication approached with wisdom and care is likely to strengthen rather than damage the relationship.