If I had a coin for every time someone gasped at the Death card, I’d probably never have to charge for readings again. But here’s the truth — the Death card rarely means physical death.
In my tarot practice, it often shows up when something is ending: a pattern, a mindset, a connection, or even the way someone sees themselves. And while it might feel uncomfortable at first, I’ve seen it become the very card that sets people free.
I’ve worked with clients who were on the verge of emotional burnout, holding on to relationships that no longer served them. When the Death card arrived, it didn’t predict a tragedy — it reflected the quiet knowing they already carried in their heart. From there, we often begin the process of healing — sometimes through a conversation, sometimes through a ritual, sometimes with the support of a crystal.
Tarot doesn’t dramatize your life — it mirrors your truth. The Death card, in that sense, is often the doorway to something much more alive.
