The seven-card Horse Shoe is a convenient, basic layout that can be used to answer different types of questions, especially concerning questions where insight would be helpful. Like several other layouts, it has dominoes representing the past, present, and future.
The pinnacle of the Horse Shoe, looking like the top of the mountain, shows the obstacle or challenge that needs to be addressed and overcome. Card #6 suggests a course of action to meet this challenge. The final domino shows the outcome or future, should this advice be followed.
Other clues are provided in Cards #3 and #5, which indicate hidden or outside influences that come into play, affecting the journey to your goal.
Obstacle  Four/Six |
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Hidden Influences  One/Five |
External Influences  Five/Five |
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The Present  Blank/Three |
Suggestion  Blank/Six |
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The Past  One/Four |
The Outcome  Two/Two |
The Past Domino represents past events that are affecting the question.
One/Four
You may not be feeling yourself at this time. Times can be tough, but it is these times that show us what we are made of. Pay attention to the way you behave because this is what defines you as a person, your character. It might not seem like it, but this could be one of the good times you will look back upon.
Blank/Three
This tile suggests considering setting some time and energy aside in pursuit of spiritual development. A rebirth can effectively reboot the mind-soul connection. The value of such pursuits cannot be understated.
One/Five
We all need a little help from time to time. This tile suggests to be humble but not ashamed. Be thankful and not prideful in accepting any aid. Remember that nobody owes you anything.
Four/Six
Do not think only of yourself. No one is an island, and the decisions you make in life will leave a wake behind you. Be considerate of the potential of both harm and gain that could come from your actions. Realise that when you harm others, you ultimately harm yourself. Be your best self.
Five/Five
You are entering into a state of tremendous clarity. You will discover that you or they were wrong about everything! This deeper awareness may seem a little crazy, but only to your former, less aware self. Do not worry about those who have not awakened. We all must bloom at our own times. Have faith that they will handle everything perfectly on their own.
Blank/Six
Opportunity for material gain is on the horizon. Be alert and you will see it coming and be able to make the most of it. Also, be careful to not necessarily take the first opportunity at the expense of a better offer. You'll have to think like a business person.
Two/Two
This tile suggests to be open to change. New possibilities will be available depending upon where you direct your attention. New people will be walking into your life, and new unions will be possible.