Full Moon tarot spread

• The spread
• How to read it
• Key cards
• FAQ

What is a Full Moon reading?

The Full Moon is the peak of the lunar cycle. Whatever you started at the New Moon two weeks ago has now ripened, and feelings run high. It is the best time of the month to celebrate what worked, see the truth clearly and release what you no longer need. This five-card spread is built for exactly that.

The Full Moon Release spread

1. 1
   What has come to light

   The truth, result or feeling that is now fully visible.

2. 2
   What I am ready to release

   The habit, fear or story that has done its job.

3. 3
   What I keep

   The lesson or gift you carry forward from this cycle.

4. 4
   What my body and heart need

   How to rest and refill after the peak.

5. 5
   The Moon's message

   One line of guidance for the next two weeks.

How to read the Full Moon Release spread

1. Settle your space. Find a quiet moment, light a candle if you like, and take three slow breaths.
2. Shuffle with your question. Hold the deck and focus on the situation you want clarity on.
3. Lay out 5 cards. Place them in the numbered order shown in the layout above.
4. Read each position, then the story. Look up each card in the card meanings, then read all the cards together as one story.
5. Journal it. Write card 2 on paper and tear it up, or safely burn it, once the reading is done.

Key cards for this spread

If one of these appears in your reading, give it extra attention.

• The Moon: feelings and truths surfacing under the full light.
• The Star: healing and hope after release.
• Death: a cycle closing so a new one can start.
• Ten of Cups: emotional fulfilment and a happy harvest.

Full Moon Release: questions answered