On the Worktable
Secret whispers
from the trees
and crystal’s energy
a caressing tease
sigils drawn
and scorched to life
nature’s bits
detritus all
lending their gifts
to my call
some will leave
returned to earth
as others come home
to share their worth
What are you ignoring?
Five of Cups and Strength – Pessimism does not give you strength, optimism does. Pessimism will break you down overtime, as it has done in the past. Leaning into optimism, on the other hand, will lift you up and make you stronger. The last couple of days you’ve been struggling with leaning into that optimistic mindset. Don’t ignore the creeping niggle of negativity. It’s not going to go away just because you pretend it’s not there.
Why are you hiding from this truth?
Four of Cups and Four of Swords – You find stability and comfort and what is familiar. That pessimism feels like a safe and comfortable resting place, even as it’s unhealthy and hurts you.
What resource have you not fully tapped into that could help in this area?
Eight of Swords and The Star – Open your eyes and see more clearly the potential a more hopeful and positive outlook could give you, instead of hiding behind your fear that being hopeful and positive will turn around on you and bite you in the ass.
How can you overcome this blockage?
Seven of Swords and Knight of Swords – Stay aware of what this pessimism and negativity are stealing from you, and proactive in your pursuit of something better.
Today’s meditation was skipped.
Today’s draw is the Nine of Rain (Cups), which is traditionally a representation of
I had to take a look at the guidebook for this deck to understand where they were going with the imagery in this card (which is typically the kind of imagery you’d find on the Lovers card or the Two of Cups). It turns out that it depicts moving on from personal, solitary contentment to sharing one’s emotions with others. (Like the transition from the Nine of Pentacles to the Ten depicts personal success transitioning to sharing the wealth.)
Today’s card is a reminder that emotions are meant to be shared. Whether they’re the good kind or the bad ones, they’re meant to be shared. If you’re feeling troubled like the emotions on the figures faces suggest? Share this with others. If you’re feeling ebullient comforted or content? Share those with others too. Emotions are better when they’re not kept closed in and “close to the vest”, but instead shared with those around you.
#DiscordTarotholicsJan2022 Challenge Prompt
Philosophical Question: Would life lose meaning if we could live forever?
Reading Summary: Discouragement (Four of Rain) would be sure to happen if you spent too much time on rest and reflection (Four of Wind). Instead, you would need to find a balance between stability and adventure (Two of Stones).
Take Away: So… no. Not if you make sure not to let yourself get bored. I have a feeling that finding that balance between the need for rest and a healthy dose of adventure would be very difficult, though.
That said? These cards indicate that it’s possible to not allow life to lose meaning. It’s all in how you go about the living of it.
Snuggle time with Gideon. My soul was just starting to feel a tiny bit tight with the whispers of a possible subdrop to come, but some Gideon time is easing it up and making it feel better.
Temperance
Gathered snow caps
like little hats
and brittle branches
nipped with cold
dormant trees
wait for spring
as the hiking path
reminds me
I’m getting old
aching knees
as I head downhill
make it sure I temper
the uphill thrill
Prompt: Have you ever seen a meme and suddenly thought “This meme is such a Fool Card moment!”? This activity is based off of our love for the almighty meme and how we associate tarot with the world around us. Pick (or randomly draw) between three to five cards from your deck. For each card, pick (or find) a meme that you feel fits that card perfectly.
Today’s meditation was skipped.
Today’s draw is the Star card, which is traditionally a representation of hope, spirituality, peace, rejuvenation, and connection with one’s spirituality to the world around them and their inner selves.
I don’t usually include guidebook quotes in my daily cards, but this is a brand new deck and I was curious about the moth on the card. What I found was a beautiful explanation of the imagery that I wanted to share. “Rosy Maple Moths are known as a symbol of hope. Their bright colours renew a sense of peace and joy as well. The ametrine point in the back represents spiritual clarity while white peace lilies are symbolistic of renewal and rejuvenation.”
Today’s card is a reminder to keep things fresh and stay optimistic. I’ve been struggling a bit with negativity lately, and where negativity starts to slide in and whisper in my ear, the slippery slope of an MDE starts sneaking up to try and pull me in. I would very much like to try and avoid an episode this year. The Star card and its rosy maple moth are a reminder to keep working at that optimism. Keep pushing for it and seeking a positive outlook. Keep trying. Don’t stop.
Mr Lionharts’ #TheJanuaryTarot Wheel of 22 Challenge Prompt
Questions for January 24th and 25th
How can I best embrace my best unique, authentic self?
The Lovers and Eight of Wands Rx – Slow down enough to make better choices. You’re used to moving at full speed ahead and making decisions on the fly, but it’s important sometimes to take a slower approach and give yourself some time to think and weigh your options in order to truly find your best and healthiest option.
By embracing and being myself fully and truly, I allow myself to…
Seven of Cups and Strength – Make the choices that are right for you without becoming overwhelmed in the effort. When you don’t know yourself, it’s harder to make the best choices you can. Allowing yourself to fully accept and embrace your true self gives you the unique perspective of being able to better identify the best choices possible that are laid out before you.
Lots of Gideon time today, which I needed desperately.
Twisting the Leaf 