subject: Learn How To Do Tarot Readings For Your Self [print this page] Another effective tool for self-readings includes the practice of mediation or prayer. This is a great method for helping one tap into their intuition, sense of awareness and state of consciousness. It also helps to slow the mind and can psychologically prepare one for their tarot readings. Mediation and prayer encourages connection to the spiritual realm. It also can help shift one's level of consciousness and encourages the flow of valuable information.