Month: July 2022

Tree Trimming Cartomancy Reading

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River and Stone Playing CardsThe prompt for this reading came from one of my Discord servers and is as follows: “As I sit here listening to the trees around my apartment getting trimmed, it’s got me thinking, where could use some trimming in my life? So for this week’s prompt, let’s look at the things in our lives that could use some trimming, whether it’s what that should be, or if you already know, how you should go about doing so?”

What in my life could use a bit of trimming right now?

Two of Hearts – Social obligations. It’s too damn hard to be fucking around with all those social obligations. Beg off on the things you can so that you have more time to relax and catch what cool breezes you can.

How can I begin this trimming in my life?

Queen of Clubs – Let them know that you support their enthusiasm and that she would love to join in another time in the future. Assure them that your interest is there, but that is just not the right time. In this way you keep their enthusiasm alive, but can get the space you need for right now.

How will my life look after the trimming has taken place?

Six of Spades – Quiet, peaceful, and less chaotic. Like all things, it won’t last for long, so lean into the change for the time it’s here and enjoy it to the fullest.

What is the possible outcome if I avoid this task?

Go through a period of feeling as if you are not getting what you need (Five of Diamonds), followed by settling into a group dynamic (Three of Diamonds) that will orient you towards your goals in the future (Ten of Diamonds).

The question here remains, if you’re going to be heading towards these goals regardless, then why aren’t you taking the space you need when you need it. Don’t let this positive possible outcome keep you from self-care.

DECK USED: RIVER AND STONE PLAYING CARDS

🌑 New Moon in Leo – July 2022

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Today is the new moon, and like all new moons and full moons, I did a spread aligned to the moon’s current themes as a part of my recognition of the moon’s cycle and influences upon us. Today’s spread is about the medicine within, and brought to you by Ethony‘s Tarot by the Moon series.

New Moon in Leo Oracle Reading with the Normal Tarot (oracle deck)

What do I need to purge in my life?

The Summer Knight III – Righteousness. Keep in mind that warm and understanding connects you with others far better than righteousness and indignation.

What is draining my energy?

The Book of War – You are too focused on victory, when you need to be focused on the moment at hand. Spend more time doing, and less time planning.

Where do I need to spark play into my life?

The Autumn Queen – Into the every day. Fun and play doesn’t have to be something that’s a special occasion, but instead can be incorporated into your life and activities as part and parcel of the things you do each day.

What relationships need examining?

The Waning Crescent atop The Sorceress – This is not about one particular relationship but rather about making sure that you pay attention to what has happened in the past and remember that people often don’t change, they just appear too. Look to the past for the knowledge you need to know what’s going on in the present.

Where do I need to speak my truth?

The Book of Secrets – You have a clever mind, and it and it would benefit yourself and others to share this more with others rather than keeping these thoughts to yourself. Don’t worry if your ideas are good or not, because they are.

New Moon advice from the Minoan Goddess Amalthea.

The Summer Lady atop The Caretaker – You need to put more focus and passion into taking care of yourself. Self-care is a learning process for you. You can do it. You just have to pay attention to your needs and make sure they are being met instead of punishing yourself by denying yourself those things.

DECK USED: NORMAL TAROT (ORACLE)

You Hold the Reins

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Today’s meditation was just under twelve minutes long. It was another of the quiet, reflective meditations with breathing exercises added in.

The ATLA Tarot - The ChariotToday’s draw is the Chariot card, which is traditionally a representation of control, willpower, determination, and the strength of purpose to “take the reigns” and steer yourself in the path you wish to follow.

I don’t find the imagery in this card particularly helpful or inspiring.  I’m not entirely sure why it’s the illustration for the Chariot card, but I could be missing some meaning that just isn’t connecting for me.

The message in today’s card is to not forget that you control what you do with your day, no one else. If you want to take it easy, take it easy. If you want to get things done, then get things done.

You hold the reins.

DECK USED:  THE ATLA TAROT

The #TarotForTheWildSoul Challenge Prompt
Questions for July 23rd thru 24th

Oracle of the DreamtimeNEW MOON [ July 28th ] // What seeds of intention am I planting tonight?

Kookaburra and Rainbow Serpent – You are seeking out your balance and footing after so long in depression’s pit, including working on re-developing a sense of satisfaction in your work and daily life that has been missing for some time while struggling with depression’s grip.

What is my favorite form of self care?

Lyrebird and Brolga – Spending time with Gideon in your creative writing endeavors, building worlds together, and interacting with each other through the interactive storytelling that you both enjoy.

DECK USED: ORACLE OF THE DREAMTIME

#DiscordTarotholicsJul2022 Challenge Prompt
Question: What do you need to focus on for self care this New Moon?

The ATLA TarotReading Summary: Ignoring your need for Gideon (King of Cups Rx) causes chaos and destruction (The Tower).

Take control of your responsibilities (The Emperor) and use the skills you’ve developed over time (Eight of Pentacles) to make sure that everything is dealt with as needed so that you have the availability to spend the time with him that is needed as well.

Take Away: It’s been hard to get time with him of late, and it’s only through taking control of your responsibilities that you’re going to get that time with him that you need.

DECK USED: THE ATLA TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I am playing some serious catch up and I have no idea what the self-kindness for this day might have been.

Faith and Positivity

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Today’s meditation was not timed, and took place in the bottom of the shower while I worked on cooling down.  It was just too hot today.

33.6 Tarot - The StarToday’s draw is the Star card, which is traditionally a representation of hope, renewal, faith, optimism, and the connection of spirituality with other aspects of one’s life path.

Stay positive.

Being vulnerable isn’t always a bad thing and can help you connect more deeply with what matters most.  Keep working with that effort toward optimism.  The more you lean into it, the easier it will become.

DECK USED:  TAROT 33.6

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Questions for July 25th thru 28th

33.6 Tarot and the StarDragon OracleThe part of my world that inspires me is…

Eight of Pentacles and Time – I am inspired when I can take the time to really sink into a project and contribute all of my focus to honing my skills while I create.

What creative rhythm do I crave?

The Magician and Transformation – I like to move at my own pace. When I’m being creative, I often fall into my own sense of time and place, and through this find a better rhythm that is uniquely my own with which to work with creatively.

When am I least creatively confident?

Five of Cups and Resources – I am least creatively confident when I am feeling my scarcity issues most strongly. This doesn’t have to be an actual reality of scarcity, just the perception is enough.

When am I most creatively confident?

Seven of Cups and Wisdom – I am most creatively confident when I have a time, space, and opportunity to delve into my curiosities and explore them fully.

DECK USED: STARDRAGONS ORACLE AND 33.6 TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJul2022 Challenge Prompt
All or Nothing Day – What do you need to go “all in” on today?

33.6 TarotReading Summary: Don’t let misfortune strike you down (Ten of Swords). There’s no need for overwhelm or scarcity today (Five of Pentacles Rx atop Ten of Wands Rx). Just go out there and have some fun (The Fool), there are others in your life that will help you learn how to turn in that direction if you let them (The Hierophant).

Take Away: You need to go “all in” on fun today.  Spend time with others who want to share fun times with you and let them help you learn how to cut loose and relax a bit more.  Just let all that other shit go for a bit.

DECK USED: TAROT 33.6

Daily Self Kindness

I am playing some serious catch up and I have no idea what the self-kindness for this day might have been.

Deal With It and Get It Done

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Universal Wirth Tarot - The HermitToday’s draw is the Hermit card, which is traditionally a representation of inner exploration, self reflection, and healthy alone time.

The imagery in this card weighs heavily for me.  The lantern is so big, the man’s head is ducked… and then there’s the snake at the man’s feet as well.  What I see here is a message about responsibility, and not letting outside forces cause you to lose your focus.

Today’s message is to just put your head down and deal with what needs dealing with.

DECK USED:  UNIVERSAL WIRTH TAROT

Mr Lionhart’s #TheJulyTarot Be Here Now Prompt
Questions for July 25th thru 27th

Creative Whack PackWhat is something I should appreciate more about myself and what I’ve achieved?

Two Top Left Cards – You are very good at prioritization, and in making sure that you don’t drop the ball on those things most important to you, even when creative solutions and thinking outside the box is needed.

What beautiful transformation have I undergone in support of personal freedom?

Top Right Card – You have been learning how to let go of control more easily and go with the flow. This isn’t always possible, but you are discovering the joys of things not needing to be held in such a tight grip.

How can I honor my true self?

Bottom Left – Be creative and have fun. You don’t have to be so serious all the time.

How can I honor my divine calling?

Bottom Middle – Step into the experience. Keep seeking out new perspectives, exploring others opinions and experiences, and keep yourself open to the flow of energies that allows you to have a deeper sense of the world around you.

How can I honor my sacred journey?

Bottom Right – Try new things and keep things fresh in your life by exploring outside of your comfort zone.

DECK USED: ROGER VON OECH’S CREATIVE WHACK PACK

#DiscordTarotholicsJul2022 Challenge Prompt
Thread the Needle Day – What difficult task is today perfect for confronting?

Universal Wirth TarotReading Summary: Get L to help you (Two of Cups) in making sure everything that needs to get done is done (Justice), and you will be far happier with the result (Ten of Cups).

Take Away: Connect and work together with your eye on what you want to achieve, and the results will be as spectacular as the energy that you both put into it. You can’t always do everything on your own, and she doesn’t mind helping (even when she occasionally gripes about it) so don’t hesitate so much in asking for help.

DECK USED: UNIVERSAL WIRTH TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I am playing some serious catch up and I have no idea what the self-kindness for this day might have been.

You’ll Get There Eventually

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IMG_E2360Today’s meditation was unguided and just under ten minutes long.  It was simply a relaxing meditation with the addition of breathing exercises.

Prior to my meditation, I came across the graphic that I posted on the right.  I like the quote and the correlation between it and the sea/tides.  Just as the sands on the beach are constantly shifting, so are our lives.

Stumbling across this graphic today feels like a reminder that we have to let go of what we have in order to gain something new.

Grateful Dead Tarot - Knight of BearsToday’s draw is the Knight of Bears (Pentacles), which is traditionally a representation of a projective and active beta energy in the area of one’s finances, resources, health, home, labors, manifestations, and the physical world.

The Knight is a card of action, but in the Pentacles suit it is characterized by slow and measured movement. Today’s card is a reminder that I’m supposed to be taking my time. It doesn’t have to be done all at once, and a little progress every day is fine in this project that I’m working on.

The Knight of Pentacles says that as long as you keep your eye on the prize, it doesn’t matter what speed you go because you’ll get there eventually.

DECK USED:  GRATEFUL DEAD TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJul2022 Challenge Prompt
Topic: Do Spread #4

Summer Tarot Reading with the Energy Flow Oracle

Flowers – What is flourishing in your life right now

Your roots are reforming and stability is slowly beginning to flourish once again. There was a lot of corrosion in this area over the spring and early summer as you struggled with the depression, but now that you can breathe more freely you’re beginning to find your balance and stability once more.

Sun – Where you’re shining your brightest this summer

You’re doing spectacularly well at cleansing yourself if the depression that plagued you through the first half of the year. With the darkness washed away, you are now able to rise into the light and enjoy the fresh air. Use this feeling of refreshment to get out and connect with nature.

Stars – What needs released for me to shine even brighter

Let go of frustration and arrogance. It stands in the way of connecting more closely with others. It is a dragon that, if not released, will eventually bite you on the ass… so let it go.

(Bumble) Bees – Where to focus your energy to get things done

Work on going with the flow and allow these things you want to get done to blend into your life, instead of taking it over and disrupting everything else you have going on.

Bonfires – Embers to stir up for a brighter future

Lean into those things that spark your sense of enthusiasm. When you feed the fire, it burns brighter. Those things that make this flame burn brighter are curiosity, enthusiasm, and the drive to explore.

DE so CK USED: ENERGY FLOW ORACLE

The #TarotForTheWildSoul Challenge Prompt
Questions for July 26th thru 29th

Grateful Dead TarotWhich of the four Pages has a message for me at this time?

Page of Wands – Take time to smell the roses while in pursuit of your dreams. You never know what you can discover by changing your pace and looking around instead of rushing forward headlong.

Which of the four Knights has a message for me at this time?

Knight of Cups – Everything can catch fire if you light a match to it, but you need to examine if that’s what you really want before you actually do the act. Sometimes it’s better to leave things well enough alone.

Which of the four Queens has a message for me at this time?

Queen of Wands – What are you birthing into your life right now? Is it the energy you want? Or do you want something more balanced instead that can be nurturing as well as motivational? These are questions you need to ask yourself right now.

Which of the four Kings has a message for me at this time?

King of Pentacles – Slow down and enjoy the present, rest when you need to, and make sure that you’re taking care of yourself as well as others. Yes, the project is important, but so are a lot of other things. So don’t let yourself drop certain responsibilities in order to accomplish others. Instead, find a way to balance both by easing up on the one that you’re pushing hardest at, so that you can put some attention into the others.

DECK USED: GRATEFUL DEAD TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I am playing some serious catch up and I have no idea what the self-kindness for this day might have been.