Online tarot:
how does a reading work through a screen?

If you don't live in Taipei, your schedule is hard to fit, or you'd rather talk from your own room, choose online.

Two ways to have a reading online

One is a video reading: we set a time and talk while looking at the cards online, in Mandarin. The other is a written reading: you send me your question and I write the reading as a PDF for you, in English or Chinese.

If you want to sort things out as you talk, choose video. If you'd rather read it first and come back to it a few days later, choose written. Either way, I'll first confirm what you want to ask before I start reading.

How the video reading goes on the day

The day before, I'll send you the video link on LINE. We start by talking about what's been happening: what happened, and what you care about most. If you can't put the question clearly, that's fine; I'll ask from there.

When we draw, the cards are placed where the camera can see them. I explain each card's position and why I read it that way; if you don't follow or it doesn't feel right, interrupt me then and there. We keep a few minutes at the end to go over the main points.

The studio doesn't record audio or video. If you want to look back later, you can record it yourself or take a photo of the cards.

Is it less accurate through a screen?

I shuffle and draw the cards on my side while you watch from the other side of the screen. Accuracy has little to do with distance; it has more to do with how clear the question is and whether the reading fits your situation.

What I care about is whether, after we talk, you're clearer about where you're stuck. I've written a separate piece on accuracy.

What to prepare before an online reading

• A place where you won't be disturbed, and a stable connection.
• Headphones. When you talk about something private, it's more reassuring if no one nearby can hear.
• List what you want to ask first: about 10 questions for 30 minutes and about 20 for 60, most important first. That's only a guide; two or three is fine too.
• The balance: for online readings, please transfer before we start. We begin once the payment has arrived.

Just want to draw a card yourself?

The site has a daily card with no sign-up, and a free online draw where you shuffle and choose your own cards. Drawing for yourself suits practice and keeping notes; book a one-on-one reading when you want someone to look and ask questions with you.

Common questions