In Greek mythology, Persephone is the daughter of Demeter, the goddess of the harvest. She is known both as Kore, the maiden of spring, and as the Queen of the Underworld, having been taken by Hades into the realm of the dead. She spends half the year above ground, bringing warmth and renewal, and the other half in the underworld, ruling over the spirits and guiding lost souls. Her story is one of duality, transformation, and the cyclical nature of life—themes that resonate deeply with tarot and with my own journey.

Like Persephone, tarot walks between two realms: the seen and unseen, the conscious and subconscious, the light and the shadow. It is not just about predicting the future—it is about understanding both the joys and the challenges of life and learning how to navigate them. Tarot, like Persephone, teaches us that to find the light, we must first face the darkness.

The Dualities of Persephone, Tarot, and Myself

Persephone Kore represents the two halves of my own journey. There is the seeker, the intuitive guide who helps others uncover the answers they already hold within themselves. And then there is the ruler, the one who embraces the unknown, walks into the depths of the subconscious, and emerges stronger, wiser, and more empowered. Tarot is the perfect companion for this balance—it acknowledges the darkness but never leaves us without a path forward.

Many people fear certain tarot cards: Death, The Tower, The Devil, The Hanged Man. These cards are often misunderstood, much like Persephone’s descent into the underworld. But just as she did not remain in darkness forever, these cards do not represent destruction without purpose. They are symbols of growth, transformation, and necessary change. They remind us that even in the hardest moments, there is a lesson, an opportunity to rise again, just as Persephone does every spring.

Tarot as a Tool for Empowerment

To me, tarot is not about fear—it is about openness, awareness, and personal evolution. The cards do not dictate our fate; they reveal possibilities, challenge us to see beyond illusions, and guide us toward becoming the best versions of ourselves. Like Persephone, we all have moments when we must confront our shadows. We must walk through uncertainty, loss, and transformation before we can step into our full power.

This is why I chose the name Persephone Kore—because tarot, like her story, is a journey between two worlds. It is about embracing both the light and the shadow, understanding that wisdom comes from exploring both sides, and knowing that no matter how dark the winter, spring always returns.

Open Yourself to the Magic of Tarot

Many people approach tarot with fear or skepticism, just as many misunderstand Persephone’s role as Queen of the Underworld. But those who are willing to step into this journey with an open heart will discover that tarot is not about doom and fate—it is about clarity, empowerment, and transformation. It is a tool for greatness, and all you need to do is open yourself to it.

Every reading, every shuffle of the deck, is an invitation—to learn, to evolve, and just like Persephone, embrace our dualities.