Choosing a Significator
Some readings require a significator. A significator is a card that represents the questioner and usually the card chosen is a face card. This card is usually chosen for one of two reasons:
(1) Sometimes, the reader will give the questioner the significator card to focus on during the shuffling process. This allows the questioner to focus his or her thoughts so that the reader can concentrate on the question being asked.
(2) Often, the significator is chosen and then put back into the deck to shuffle. If it appears in the reading, it suggests the questioner has a good deal of control over the issue at question. It is also important to note where the significator comes up in the reading for further clues to answering the questioner's concerns.
Face cards of the same suit in a reading indicate a close relationship. For example, if the King of Spades appears in a reading for a questioner whose significator is the Queen of Spades, you can assume he represents her husband or an important man in her life. If the reading is about career issues, this could be a colleague or boss. Suits also have an opposite which reflect a negative affinity. Hearts oppose Diamonds and Clubs oppose Spades. So, if the King of Clubs appears in a reading for a woman symbolized by the Queen of Spades, this could represent a man who will bring tension and difficulty for her.
Typically, Kings are chosen to represent men, Queens for women and Jacks for young people and children. But what suit should be used? There are many systems for choosing a significator and you should come up with a system that works for you. You can choose the suit based on the questioner's concerns, or based on their Astrological sign, or their personality type, or any other method you create. Below is an outline of typical methods.
Astrology
Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Personality
lively, energetic, enthusiastic, leadership potential
warm, friendly, compassionate, creative, loving
powerful, intelligent, crafty, melancholy
methodical, materialistic, practical, down-to-earth
Concerns
business, career,
goals, ambitions
love, relationships, celebrations
decisions, deceit, worries, health problems
money, possessions, home and family, security
