In the world of true crime, sometimes the facts don’t paint the full picture, and that’s where tarot steps in as a powerful tool for deeper insights. 

As a Medical Intuitive and Tarot Reader, I’ve witnessed firsthand how tarot can unveil hidden layers in cases, offering revelations that help us understand not just the “what” but the “why.”

If you’re intrigued by how tarot can shine light on true crime mysteries, you’re in the right place. Let’s explore how this ancient tool connects with modern investigations.

Pioneering the World’s First True Crime Tarot Course

Located in New London, NH, I took my love for tarot and true crime to a whole new level by creating the world’s first True Crime Tarot Course! 

This course is designed for intermediate tarot readers who are ready to dive deeper into the mysteries of true crime through a spiritual and intuitive lens. 

I cover everything from using tarot to gain emotional insight to reading the energy dynamics at play in different cases. Learn more about my True Crime Tarot Course here.

If you’re ready to explore the power of tarot in a whole new way, this course can guide you in understanding the spiritual and energetic dimensions behind some of life’s most mysterious events.

Why Tarot in True Crime? The Magic of Intuition Meets Evidence

While we rely on facts and evidence to solve cases, intuition is often the missing piece that brings new perspectives to light. Tarot taps into this intuition. 

Each card holds symbols, energies, and archetypes that, when interpreted thoughtfully, can reveal aspects of a case that aren’t always visible through traditional investigation methods. 

By layering tarot with an open mind, we access a tool that helps us understand motivations, hidden relationships, and emotional undercurrents in true crime stories.

Uncovering Hidden Layers: What Tarot Can Show in a Case

When I dive into a true crime reading, each tarot card acts like a lens, zooming in on different facets of the case. 

Here’s how tarot helps us explore the unseen:

1. The Emotional Landscape

1. Cards like the Moon or Seven of Cups often highlight confusion, secrets, or emotional trauma that could be pivotal in a case. Tarot helps us understand the internal worlds of those involved, illuminating the feelings that may have influenced their actions.

2. Motive and Mindset

1. Cards such as The Devil or Three of Swords reveal deeper motivations or potential struggles with jealousy, betrayal, or toxic relationships. These are often the hidden forces behind tragic events, and tarot has a way of uncovering these emotional dynamics.

3. Clues in the Shadows

1. Sometimes, a simple card like The Page of Swords or High Priestess signifies someone watching, a secret withheld, or information that’s just out of reach. These clues can offer hints at what might not yet be uncovered by the public.

4. Spiritual Guidance

1. When we see cards like Judgment or The Hierophant, it’s a call to look at the case with a bigger-picture perspective, understanding it as part of a larger story. It’s a reminder that some mysteries connected to karmic lessons or soul contracts that go beyond this life.

Case in Point: Tarot’s Track Record in True Crime

While tarot readings aren’t a substitute for investigative work, history has shown that intuition and spiritual tools often lead to surprising revelations. 

Some of the most shocking breakthroughs in cases came from witnesses or family members following “gut feelings.” 

Tarot amplifies this intuitive process, allowing readers and loved ones to tap into an energy that guides them to the truth. 

In my own work, I’ve seen cases where tarot readings illuminated key details or prompted a closer look at overlooked facts.

Using Tarot Responsibly in True Crime

It’s important to approach true crime tarot readings with respect and responsibility. 

We’re dealing with real people and real tragedies, so sensitivity is key. 

A responsible reader respects the boundaries of what’s known and unknown and aims to offer insights that serve justice and healing rather than sensationalism.

How You Can Explore True Crime Tarot Yourself

If you’re curious to try true crime tarot, start with a clear, respectful intention. Use a simple tarot spread, such as:

1. The Situation: What surrounds the case?
2. The People Involved: What do their energies reveal?
3. The Hidden Factor: What might we not be seeing?
4. Guidance from Spirit: What insights offer the highest good?

Always remember to approach with humility, acknowledging the unseen factors at work. 

With this mindset, tarot becomes not only a tool for insight but a way to honor the complexity of human stories.

Final Thoughts

Tarot and true crime may seem like an unusual pairing, but together, they allow us to explore the spiritual and emotional undercurrents that shape real-life events. 

It’s a journey that asks us to respect the mysteries we’re exploring, using intuition to shine a light on truths that deserve to be known. 

Learn more about my True Crime Tarot Course and other spiritual offerings at my website, Kate Putnam - Medical Intuitive.