{"id":17822,"date":"2022-02-03T08:51:42","date_gmt":"2022-02-03T16:51:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spells8.com\/?p=17822"},"modified":"2022-02-04T06:13:07","modified_gmt":"2022-02-04T14:13:07","slug":"how-to-read-tea-leaves-see-the-future-with-tasseography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spells8.com\/how-to-read-tea-leaves-see-the-future-with-tasseography\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Read Tea Leaves: See the Future With Tasseography"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Peer into the future or reveal the past\u2013 all over a soothing cup of tea!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tea Leaf Divination (also called Tasseography<\/em>) is a traditional method of divination<\/a> that allows the reader to examine symbols found in the patterns of tea leaves. It is a method that has been used in various forms (often with tea, but with coffee grinds as well) throughout cultures around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through a pleasant and simple ritual combined with symbol interpretation, a Tea Leaf Reader can have their questions answered<\/strong> and reveal their path forward<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you ready for a tea time that is truly enlightening? Follow along with the steps below to learn how to read tea leaves!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tea Leaf Divinations are easy and enjoyable!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What You Need to Begin:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In order to do a Tea Leaf Reading Divination, all you need is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Loose leaf tea leaves.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Thrifty Witch Tip<\/strong><\/em>: If you do not have loose leaf tea leaves, you can cut open a tea bag and use the leaves inside<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Hot water<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. A teacup and saucer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Do I need a special teacup\/saucer for Tea Leaf Readings?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    No, you do not need a special teacup! \ud83d\ude42 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The teacup pictured here is a Diviner’s Teacup\u2013 a teacup created especially for Tea Leaf Divinations. If you enjoy Tasseography, you can purchase a Diviner’s Cup (such as the Cup of Destiny<\/a>, replicas of the Cup of Nelros, or other divinatory cups) but rest assured that you do not need a special teacup in order to divine. Any teacup can be used for reading tea leaves<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you do not have a teacup saucer, a small plate or dish can serve as a substitute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    A Diviner’s Cup is helpful but not necessary for Tea Leaf Readings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Part I: Beginning a Tea Leaf Divination<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Begin by placing your chosen tea leaves into your teacup and boiling a pot of water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    All types of loose tea are acceptable to use in a Tea Leaf Reading, but choosing tea leaves with a naturally good shape can aid in your divination<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some teas have large pieces of fruit or whole flowers\u2013 while these are beautiful, they can cover the entire cup and make it difficult to read. On the other hand, some loose teas are cut up so finely that is difficult for the teas to gather into shapes at the bottom of the cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Thus, when choosing which tea to use, it is recommended to use loose leaf tea that is not finely chopped but also not in large pieces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Pictured here is a Thai Oolong Tea\u2013 the long, thin leaves make interesting shapes for the reader<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Now it is time to make a tasty cup of tea!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Every type of tea is wonderfully unique, so for the most delicious brew please follow the instructions for your chosen tea leaves. Things such as boiling temperature, amount of time of steeping, and whether or not you cover the tea as it steeps will not affect the divination<\/strong>\u2013 but they will affect how enjoyable your tea tastes, so prepare mindfully for the best cup possible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Prepare and drink your cup of tea as you normally would<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    As you drink your cup of tea, feel free to chat with others or simply relax. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You might also take a moment to appreciate the power of tea: tea has traditionally brought people together and been enjoyed across borders. Turkish Coffee Readings<\/strong> are often done as part of a social event or communal gathering between friends and some styles of Chinese Gongfu Tea Meditations<\/strong> are also enjoyed quietly with company. Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremonies<\/strong> are often carried out between gathered guests and a host.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tea is not only amazing from a cultural perspective, it is a powerful magickal ingredient as well<\/strong>. While the exact magickal properties of tea will vary depending on the type and blend used, tea can be used in many ways in the Craft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Consider exploring<\/strong> Teas & Potions<\/strong><\/a> as well as the<\/strong> Guided Tea Meditations<\/strong><\/a> to learn more about<\/strong> Tea Magick<\/strong>. \ud83c\udf75<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Part II: Tea Leaf Divination Ritual<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    It is important to leave a slight<\/em> amount of liquid at the bottom of your cup<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Sip your tea until there is just a small amount of liquid remaining<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Too much liquid will cause all the leaves to fall in a squishy blob onto the saucer, so make sure there is only a small amount left before the next step. But don’t be tempted to drain the cup, as dry leaves will stick to their position and refuse to budge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Do NOT squeeze or try to strain the leaves\u2013 allow them to rest as they are at the bottom of your cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Turn the cup: 1, 2, 3!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    It is here that the real magick begins\u2013 it is time to bring our intention (the purpose of why we are reading tea leaves) into the moment. We do this by picking up the teacup and circling our intent into the cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    There are countless different theories behind directions, motions, and how to turn the cup, but many agree that three<\/strong> (a number of magickal significance) is the right number of times to turn it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Pick up your teacup and carefully swish the cup in three circles in a clockwise motion<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    As you hold and move the cup, bring your focus entirely to your hands. Allow other thoughts to slip away, and begin to be completely present in the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It is time for the divination ritual to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Carefully but quickly invert your teacup onto the saucer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    After you have finished turning the cup three times, hold your teacup in your hands and hold your intention in your heart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Then, gently but quickly, flip your teacup over and place it onto the saucer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Take a silent moment to focus entirely on the cup. Breathe deeply and channel your intention into the tea leaves as they begin to form into shapes out of sight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Allow your intuition<\/a> to let you know when the cup has finished draining. When you feel it is the right time, lift up the cup in one smooth motion and set it securely on the table, right-side up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Part III: Reading the Tea Leaves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Now you can begin to seek your answers and guidance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Now it is time to read the leaves! Take a close look at your cup and saucer and try to identify shapes or images in the leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you are using a Diviner’s Cup, now is the time to examine where the leaves fell in the cup and around the saucer. Examine the symbols that are marked with leaves and determine how those influences affect your intention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For both those with a Diviner’s Cup and those with a normal teacup, pay close attention to the three<\/strong> zones of the cup<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n