--- title: "Behind the Scenes: The Real Life of a Tarot Professional" description: "See the real journey behind ReadingsWithShweta. Honest insights into the grind, the growth, and the reality of being a professional Tarot reader in India." canonical: https://mytribe.in/readingswithshweta/tarot-courses-workshops/behind-the-scenes-the-entrepreneur-s-journey last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Behind the Scenes of a Tarot Professional Tribe Verified · 2 years of professional Tarot practice By [Shweta](https://mytribe.in/readingswithshweta) · Online workshops & classes · ₹1,800 per workshop (estimate) Part of [Tarot Courses & Workshops](https://mytribe.in/readingswithshweta/tarot-courses-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/readingswithshweta/tarot-courses-workshops/gallery) People see the cards and the final reading, but there is so much more to the story. This is the reality of building a career where others only see magic. ## Photos and videos - [Video: "She just got lucky." "Anyone can read cards." This is the side of entrepreneurship people don't see. I'm successful because I have failed, cried, and kept trying. I'd rather try and fail than not try at all.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/39c608ef-8759-4260-9a2f-2cc7917527ec) - [Video: This is my "Boss Lady at work" reality. I'm lucky to do what I love and love what I do. This is a testament to how right support, intentional effort, and a little patience can make you a force to be reckoned with.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70807042-b876-4542-974a-4f01181984e7) - ![On the occasion of World Tarot Day, here are a few lessons I've learned as a Tarot professional. This is me in my element, doing what I love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2a6417e4-8362-433f-8239-c4592a42b860) - ![On the occasion of World Tarot Day, here are a few lessons I've learned as a Tarot professional. This is me in my element, doing what I love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cad52f64-ffa7-4233-9a1c-7266aba61928) - ![Your friendly neighborhood tarot reader, set up and ready for a day of readings at an event. Connecting with people through the cards is a privilege.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/80121576-51f3-4122-a5e2-17a9c13071c0) - ![A quiet moment. Being a Tarot scholar isn't just about the readings and classes; it's also about finding moments of peace and reflection for myself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/af8fa1c5-4d2b-4ed3-99d2-63b72e8d62c5) ## About Behind the Scenes & The Entrepreneur's Journey Many believe being a Tarot reader is all intuition and incense. In reality, it is a business of endurance. It involves hours of study, setting up for live events, and the emotional weight of dealing with judgment from people who think it is just a hobby. Success here is not luck, it is *mehnat* (hard work) and showing up when you would rather quit. Being a Tarot entrepreneur means more than just interpreting symbols. It is about navigating the bad and the ugly that come with carving out a path that is still misunderstood by many. I have spent sleepless nights, faced constant judgment, and dealt with business failures, but each setback has only made my practice more grounded. ### The Reality of the Craft When I am setting up for a reading at an event, I am not just a reader. I am an entrepreneur making sure every detail, from the space to the energy, is right. It is a 'Boss Lady' reality that requires resilience. I have learned that if you want to be a serious Tarot professional, you cannot just memorize meanings. You have to understand the history, the psychology, and the cultural context behind the cards. ### Why the Journey Matters My journey of the last two years has taught me that the work is not always comfortable. It is often raw and honest. Whether I am teaching a foundational course or conducting a personal reading, I bring this same standard of accountability. I share these behind-the-scenes moments so you know that when you book a session, you are not getting a weekend hobbyist. You are getting someone who has lived through the struggle, done the research, and remains committed to the truth—even when it is difficult to hear. ## About Shweta Hi, I am Shweta. I don't sugarcoat the process because the work requires more than just magic. It requires grit, accountability, and the courage to face reality. 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