Horse Shoe Spread
Cards drawn: 7 (difficulty: easy)

The Horse Shoe is more advanced than the three-card reading, yet simpler than most other spreads. It is a versatile method that can be used for most queries, though there are other spreads that would go into more depth. As the simple Past, Present, and Future spread, it contains these cards in positions #1, #2, and #7, but also has four other tarot cards that help the reader understand how to deal with the future better.

Card positions:
The Past: Past events affecting the question.
The Present: The current state or approaching influence.
Hidden Influences: Things the reader may not be aware of (or barely be aware of).
Obstacles: This is the challenge: obstacles may be avoided or may have to be dealt with.
External Influences: Attitudes and thoughts regarding people around the reader.
Suggestions: Recommended course of action.
Outcome: The projected result of following the suggestions.