Episode
The Archetypal Moon & the Psychology of Perception through Tarot
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- The Tarot Diagnosis
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- Apr 19, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of The Tarot Diagnosis , I explore the Moon archetype through the lens of perception, ambiguity, and psychological insight. I also get super personal about my early experiences as a therapist. This episode was inspired by pulling The Moon after not seeing it in my readings for quite some time. That experience opened the door to a flood of memories from my early days as a therapist and the powerful lessons I learned about perception, symbolism, and uncertainty from a very dear, late supervisor of mine. I reflect on how working with ambiguous images, sand tray therapy, and expressive modalities shaped my understanding of tarot as a projective and deeply personal experience. I also share the lasting influence of this former supervisor who taught me the phrase, “the back is always bigger than the front,” a reminder that what we see first is rarely the full picture. This idea mirrors the Moon archetype perfectly: we only see what is illuminated, while so much remains hidden in shadow. When used therapeutically, tarot invites us to slow down, question our assumptions, and sit with uncertainty rather than rushing toward answers or rigid interpretations. Throughout the episode, I walk through how perception shifts depending on emotional state, personal history, and nervous system regulation. I explore how two people can look at the same tarot card (or ambiguous image) and have completely different experiences, both of which are valid. Using the King of Wands as a live example, I demonstrate how slowing down and noticing small details can unlock deeper reflection and insight. Ultimately, this episode is an invitation to work with tarot as a reflective, therapeutic tool - one that helps you explore what lies beneath the surface, honor ambiguity, and stay curi…