We are excited to share with you the next interview in our “Beyond the Page” series featuring Rachel Hope and Shirley Attenborough.
What happens when you blend the structured world of coaching with the mystical realm of tarot? Master Coach Shirley Attenborough and Tarot Therapist Rachel Hope join us to explore this intriguing synergy, turning conventional coaching on its head. Rachel shares her initial skepticism and the surprising transformative power she witnessed with tarot readings during retreats. Meanwhile, Shirley talks about her journey from a scientific coaching methodology to embracing tarot as a powerful intuitive tool, revealing how it can deepen self-awareness and creativity in clients.
Experience the dynamic interplay between client interpretation and guided insight, where tarot cards become a third entity in coaching sessions. This collaborative exploration can unlock new perspectives and potential paths, highlighting the unexpected insights a single drawn card can bring. As coaches and tarot therapists, Shirley and Rachel underscore the importance of broadening perspectives, emphasizing that the element of surprise can foster a deeper understanding for both coach and client.
The episode also examines the practical integration of tarot into coaching, stressing the importance of intuition and imagery. Discover how extending session times might be necessary to fully explore the insights tarot can provide, and consider the exciting possibility of expanding these practices online. We also connect the tarot’s major arcana with Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey, illustrating how tarot suits align with thoughts, beliefs, actions, and behaviors. Shirley and Rachel’s insights offer a fresh lens on how to enrich coaching practices, promising a fascinating journey into the possibilities of tarot coaching.
In this episode, I talk with Rachel and Shirley about the their article published in our September 2024 issue.
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