I went for a tarot reading for the first time — here’s what happened

Emer Harrington meets a fortune teller and comes away with ideas for self-care, dental care, and an interesting Samhain ritual

There are smiles and spells as Emer Harrington and Stacey Walsh share a light-hearted tarot moment together. Picture Chani Anderson

Tarot reading was once considered something for highly superstitious people, who would cross a fortune teller’s palm with silver in return for a glimpse into the future.

Today, tarot is becoming a popular way for people to make sense of a chaotic world. With readings conducted by Zoom, email, or over a glass of Prosecco, it’s fair to say this centuries-old craft has had a glow up.