Listen "Shadow Work Tarot - The Inner Mirror | Episode 9"
Episode Synopsis
In this reflective episode of The Tarot Talk Show, host George Dus explores what shadow work truly is — not a dramatic deep dive into darkness, but the grounded, compassionate process of integrating the parts of ourselves we’ve learned to avoid. Through symbolism in tarot, George explains how the cards naturally reveal hidden narratives, emotional patterns, and unconscious reactions with clarity and care.You’ll learn how tarot becomes a mirror for inner truth, why certain cards trigger strong responses, and how somatic cues often reveal more than the mind admits. The conversation blends tarot for personal growth, intuitive awareness, and gentle psychological insight — offering a thoughtful, mature approach to inner work without overwhelm.George also shares a teaching story from his own tarot practice and guides you through an attunement to meet your shadow with steadiness. A collective card closes the episode with guidance for the week ahead.🔧 Highlighted SegmentsWhat shadow work really meansHow tarot reflects unconscious materialRecognizing emotional triggers and “the flinch”Approaching shadow insights with steadinessA story about recurring symbolism and transformationCompassion, forgiveness, and inner integrationA guided attunement for meeting your shadow🔑 Episode TakeawaysShadow work is integration, not self-correction.Tarot symbolism reveals deeper patterns with honesty and compassion.Emotional and somatic cues often hold the clearest truth.Trigger cards point toward growth, not danger.Life guidance tarot supports reflection, clarity, and choice.🃏 Shadow Work Deck Recommendations (Mentioned in Episode 9)Featured Deck: Light Seers Tarot by Chris-AnneUsed throughout the episode, with its built-in Light/Shadow framework supporting balanced inner work.Top Tarot Decks for Shadow Work• Inner Shadows Tarot — Includes a shadow work prompt on each card• Deviant Moon Tarot — Surreal, subconscious-activating imagery• Wild Unknown Tarot — Minimalist animal archetypes for projection• Tarot of Oppositions — Light & shadow on every card• Shadowscapes Tarot — Gentle, imaginative entry into shadow themesTop Oracle Decks for Shadow Work• Reclaim Oracle — Emotional reclamation through 88 symbolic cards• Dark Mirror Oracle — Surreal prompts for journal-based shadow work• Wisdom of the Shadow Oracle — Transformational insight and artwork• Healing the Inner Child Oracle — Emotional support for inner child workQuick Selection GuideNew to shadow work: Light Seers or ShadowscapesWant journaling prompts: Inner Shadows or Dark MirrorEmotional processing: Reclaim OracleMinimalist aesthetic: Wild UnknownGothic mood: Deviant Moon or Nightfall Tarot📚 Resources• Light Seers Tarot – Field Notes PDF Download here• Episode 9 Shadow Work Deck Notes (PDF) Download here• Complete Shadow Work Decks Research Guide (PDF) A...
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