A Subjectivity Study on the Tarot Experience of Coaches: Focusing on the Q methodology

Objectives The purpose of this study is to find out the possibility of applying and expanding tarot as a coaching tool by categorizing perceptions by examining the subjectivity of tarot experiences using the Q methodology. This will serve as basic data for the use of tarot coaching in the future in terms of convergence education. Methods For this purpose, a Q population was constructed through previous studies and interviews, and 40 Q samples were confirmed. A P sample was selected by objective sampling of 34 coaches with tarot experience, and the Q sample was classified and analyzed by principal component factor analysis and varimax method using the PC-QUANL program. Results As a result of the study the types of perceptions about tarot experiences were classified into a total of 6 types. The first type is ‘tool for customer understanding’, the second type is ‘tool for curiosity stimulation’, the third type is ‘tool for communication and connection’, the fourth type is ‘tool for seeking interaction’, the fifth type is ‘tool for searching unconsciousness’, and the sixth type is ‘assisted tool for decision’. Conclusions This study examined the possibility of using tarot as a coaching tool through various perceptions of coaches about tarot experience. If the characteristics of each type of study are used, it will be the basis for using tarot separately by coaching target and purpose. In addition, in terms of convergence education, the possibility and significance of the application of tarot coaching were seen. In the future, it is necessary to examine the perception of coaches and the general public who have not experienced tarot.