The Art of Reading Tea Leaves

THE ART OF READING TEA LEAVES The art of reading tea leaves (or tasseography) originated in Europe in the 17th Century when Chinese trade routes brought tea to the continent. To this day, it remains a fun and enlightening way to gain insight into the future! HOW TO PREPARE YOUR TEA 1 In a white cup, make your Drink the tea slowly, holding the cup in your weaker hand. For example, if you are right-handed, drink the tea with your left. Swirl the cup three times and then dump out the remaining liquid by turning the cup over in a saucer. favourite loose leaf tea. While the tea steeps, take time to relax and quieten your mind. Your tea leaves are now ready to read. Be sure to leave a small amount in the cup. HOW TO READ YOUR TEA LEAVES Read your tea leaves clockwise from the cup's handle, listing the symbols 1 you see. When complete, read through the list noting the first thing that comes to your mind about the symbols. Distant Future / Outcome Use your own interpretations with the help of a symbol dictionary to help you uncover the meaning of the tea leaves. 3 The Self + The Home SOME EXAMPLE SYMBOLS TO LOOK OUT FOR 7 C. COIN A debt may be repaid! AXE BUBBLES ON HORSESHOE Good luck - very Overcoming difficulties. SURFACE May mean money coming! positive, especially for travel. CROWN Honour or recognition for your talent. WINGS Do not box yourself in or limit yourself unncessarily. WOLF You will be challenged or betrayed by someone. FLOATING LEAVES Expect guests soon! Lottoland LOTTOLAND.co.UK SOURCES + REFERENCES teausa.com/14531/reading-tea-leaves tasseography.com Present ear Future Near ------- Future Near Future Past Future ------- -------