The Mystical Dream Tarot: Life Guidance from the Depths of Our Unconscious Paperback – February 15, 2021

I got this deck as a gift (even though I technically bought and paid for it), and didn't know what to expect. I find it to be visually powerful and very beautifully done, and it has become one of my go-to decks in recent months. Of course, we're each drawn to decks that resonate with us as individuals, and this one works for me.Some reviewers complain that it isn't really a Tarot deck, but that isn't true - or not entirely true. There are 78 cards, with the usual divisions of Major and Minor arcana. The difference is that the names of the Major arcana cards is different (a little or a lot), although the images (and numbers) make them recognizable. The Minor arcana differs from traditional Tarot in two ways: the images are very different from those on most Rider-Waite decks, and the court cards have different titles (Dreamer, Spirit, Lady, Lord instead of Page, Knight, Queen, King).As should be obvious, there's nothing difficult about translating this deck into traditional Tarot terms. In fact, in the accompanying book, the interpretation of the cards for readings is very similar to more mainstream decks.On the other hand, the unique images on the cards (particularly the Minor arcana) will either work for you or not. I don't find that the images necessarily go with the meaning of the cards, but rather open up possibilities for expansion and interpretation. That could be a challenge, although I find that the images have their own meaning that enriches the basic understanding of the cards. The interpretation of the images in the book help somewhat, although I prefer to use my imagination.I wouldn't say this is a good beginners' deck, but for those who want to move off center a little and find new ways to explore Tarot, this deck is a great choice.

This book was a wonderful find, even better than I expected. The Mystical Dream Tarot is not just another set of tarot cards; It is a mystical journey, a way of looking at our dreams, and a portal to our imagination.This book, so beautifully written, and illustrated is the perfect gift for my granddaughters, so enveloped in social media, that they have little time for mystical dreams.I especially like Piedilato’s clear, no nonsense approach to looking at dreams and her guidance in searching for hidden meaning. This book goes far deeper than the ordinary “new age” tarot. It is on firmer psychological and scientific ground than most, because its written by some one with a science background and two PhDs, but I guess this is what gives her interpretations depth and meaning.The more I look at this book and the tarot cards, the more I realize that it can be used in so many way- a simple daily reading, a means of self awareness, and a guide book for a spiritual journey. Thank you Dr. Piedilato for sharing your gifts.

This is not your usual tarot deck. The imagery on the cards were directly inspired by the author's dream life. Powerful universal symbols are used. The simplicity of the color palette keeps the deck from spinning out too far. The guidebook is good. She does explain some of the images on the cards which is helpful. She advises being open to your own meanings to develop however. At times the author shares how she views this material plane which is not how I view this world but you can bypass this if you wish since it's not on every page. This deck reads deeply and somewhat mysteriously yet, but over time I think it will warm up. It's exciting when a new deck takes you into uncharted territory. This deck does that. Well done. The card stock is good, a little card boardy in weight but smooth and cut well. The cards are borderless. Over all I am very pleased I bought it. :)

I am so happy to receive my copy of 'The Mystical Dream Tarot', and to hear more of Dr. Janet Piedilato's wonderful world. I have been fortunate enough to attend her lectures where I engaged her to create a personal dreamscape for me. He original artwork is done in water color paintings which have a true otherworldly feel to them. While the deck reproduces her powerful imagery in a less fluid translation, the images still retain some of the purity of her vision. I am not a tarot person and yet I find this work deeply meaningful in a profound way. Coming from Dr Piedilato, who walks the line between the waking and dream worlds, it shares a view of what few of us ever get to see, directing us on a road sure to teach us more about ourselves and life in general. The Mystical Dream Tarot shall stay with anyone who enters into its domain because it is truly magical.

i think this is an absolutely beautiful deck, i have yet to use it but the artwork is very beautiful. the cards are a little bigger then what i’m used to so it’s a bit harder to shuffle the cards but they’re still very nice. i love how shiny the cards are in i think they’re good quality. the names are pretty different compared to the regular rider waite standard deck so some may consider this more of an oracle rather then a tarot but i like the small changes. i would definitely recommend this.

This tarot deck is absolutely beautiful and wonderful! Janet Pedilato put together the most lovely and comprehensive tarot deck. Inspired from dreams, to inspire dreams; the book that accompanies the deck is a treasure trove of inspiration and knowledge to support the use of this unique tarot, it is a very special set. It is also beautifully boxed. I have purchased additional sets to give as gifts. I am practicing psychic medium by profession, and I know my friends who are as well will really appreciate this set as a gift. My daughter and my mom who are not, but are very interested in this sort of thing for their personal use, will each be receiving one for Christmas as well!