Month: August 2022

Sprouting and Growth

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Riderless Tarot - Page of WandsToday’s draw is the Page of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of a receptive omega energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s willpower, drive, passions, motivation, priorities, values, and principles. This often translates into those that are beginning on a passion project and learning what is needed to start such a journey.

One of the things I love most about the traditional imagery of the Page of Wands is the sprouting leaves on the wand, which is something that was carried over into this deck.  I love the theme of newness and growth that these leaves represent.

With the theme of those leaves in mind, the message in today’s card is about focusing on your growth and not taking it for granted.  Leaves sprout from healthy plants, so when you take care of yourself you sprout leaves… you grow… and you have the energy to explore.

DECK USED:  RIDERLESS TAROT

Mr Lionhart’s #TheAugustTarot Be Here Now Prompt
Questions for August 16th thru 18th

Pussy Cat Tarot - Two of Swords, Knight of Cups, Ten of Swords, Two of PentaclesWhat empowering knowledge can I find within my own shadows?

Ten of Swords atop Two of Pentacles – All things come back into balance eventually. It is the nature of the universe. Sometimes hardship is what is needed in order to make that happen.

In what way can embracing my shadows in order to let my darkness help me?

Knight of Cups – Stay focused on what you want and your darkness will lead you there. Sort of like when you’re driving, you steer where you are looking whether you mean to or not. Do you look at the tree or do you look at the road?

How can my shadows serve me as a catalyst of my strength(s)?

Two of Swords – Take the lessons learned as a way to make better decisions in the future. Otherwise the knowledge that your shadow has for you is useless.

DECK USED: PUSSY CAT TAROT

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Questions for August 13th and 14th

Riderless Tarot - Six of Swords and The HierophantWhat do I love about me?

Six of Swords – My ability to know what’s right for me, and what isn’t, and the independence that is needed to make decisions for myself to improve my situation instead of putting up with what isn’t working.

How can I be more kind to myself?

The Hierophant – Continue on a path of learning in this area and don’t let pressures in the background push you in directions that aren’t right for you. Seek out those traditional ways of self care that are tried and true and you know will work.

DECK USED: RIDERLESS 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.

Creativity and Fun

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Tarot of the Magical Forest - Knave of Chalices - Page of CupsToday’s draw is the Page of Cups, which is traditionally a representation of a receptive omega energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s creativity, imagination, emotions, relationships, or intuition.

What stands out to me the strongest in the imagery of this card today is the bunny’s big-eye stare.  It’s almost a look of paranoia, and draws attention to how cautious and uncomfortable we can be in trying new things or exploring our creativity and curiosity when others are watching us.

The message in today’s card is a reminder that it doesn’t matter what others see or think.  Have fun with your creativity and fuck’em if they don’t like it.

DECK USED:  TAROT OF THE MAGICAL FOREST

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.

Let the Rest Go

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

CS Tarot - Two of PentaclesToday’s draw is the Two of Pentacles, which is traditionally a representation of seeking balance between different aspects of one’s life; such as work and home, for example.

What sticks out to me in this card the strongest is the crackle style background of the sky. The entire deck has this theme to it, but it really stands out to me today in this card specifically.

The reminder for today’s card is that it’s okay to feel like the world is falling apart.  Just focus on what’s important and let the rest go.

DECK USED:  THE CS TAROT

Mr Lionhart’s #TheAugustTarot Be Here Now Prompt
Questions for August 10th thru 12th

CS Tarot and The Untamed Elemental OracleIn what area is the Super Full Moon guiding me to follow its light?

King of Swords atop Five of Pentacles, Eagle – You have the ability to rise above scarcity and put it in its place. Make sure that you are looking from a place of clarity and clear vision, so that you know whether the scarcity you are feeling is an actual presence in reality, or a construct of your imagination. Practical thought and strategy can resolve either of these, but you need to know which one it is in order to deal with it.

What is the Super Full Moon helping me to clear away?

Six of Wands Rx, Mountain atop Rose – The energies of the Super Full Moon are helping you to find your rooted balance and steadiness in your emotions so that others whims do not affect you. What you want is what’s important. With steady footing and close tap into your heart to listen closely, you can find what that is and move towards it unhindered.

What suppressed energy am I guided to express under this Full Moon?

Seven of Wands, Owl atop Storm – Fight for what you believe in and are passionate about, but make sure that you don’t get carried away in the emotions of it all. You need to fight using strategy and wisdom that is carefully in balance with your passion.

DECK USED: THE UNTAMED ELEMENTAL ORACLE AND THE CS TAROT

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Questions for August 10th thru 12th

CS Tarot - Seven of Swords, The Devil, Wheel of FortuneWhat drains my energy?

Seven of Swords – Other peoples bullshit. I’m so tired of being disappointed by humanity as a whole. They steal away my faith in people with their stupidity, nefariousness, and just all-around lack of principles and ethics. I find myself disappointed by society or humanity in someway almost on a daily basis, and you can often be extremely draining.

What inspires me?

The Devil – My (potential) addictions. Those things I take pleasure in, but need to moderate carefully to avoid falling into the pursuits too deeply and them then becoming harmful as well as pleasurable.

What lessons do I need to learn?

Wheel of Fortune – That ups and downs are a part of life and nothing lasts forever. And that that means you fully cherish and enjoy when times are good, and don’t lose hope when things are bad. Although you understand this concept logically, you struggle with it in practice.

DECK USED: THE CS 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.

Bucking Conformity

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Máquina de Tarot la Terror - Six of WandsToday’s draw is the Six of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of public accolades, societal expectations, people pleasing, and peer pressure.

Here in the imagery of this deck, I see a very clear theme of peer pressure. Lots of teenagers, lots of weed, and a party going on. It feels a lot like me of those “come over and party while my parents are out of town” movie scenes.

Today’s card is a reminder that you don’t need to fit in with others.  Be unique.  Be different.  Stand out.  Conformity isn’t just boring, but disappointing and dangerous.

DECK USED:  MÁQUINA DE TAROT LA TERROR

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2022 Challenge Prompt
Questions for August 9th, 11th, and 12th

Menagerie Playing Cards by Sam MilhamWhat do I need to focus on for self-care this full moon?

Top Row – Yourself care this full moon it’s all about taking advantage of opportunities that arise set boundaries where your principles are concerned and stick to them. In doing so your footing in the world becomes more stable. Don’t allow shit to slide just because you don’t want to deal with it.

How does my inner adolescent feel right now?

Center Row – Snarky and stubborn.

How can I better connect with my inner adolescent?

Bottom Row – Take the reins. Instead of allowing social expectation to lead the way when making decisions on what you want. Use logic and conviction to bend others to your desires, instead of you to theirs.

DECK USED: MENAGERIE PLAYING CARDS

The Rainbow Moonscape #VennoxesTarotChallenge Prompt
Topic: Reclaiming Authority 3-Card Spread

Máquina de Tarot la Terror and the Points of You OracleWhat do I need to give closure to?

Two of Coins and See Through – Look clearly at how you expend your energy and what you are denying yourself. Stop using busyness and work to punish yourself.

How do I break the status quo?

Four of Wands, Long View atop Crone – Use the wisdom of your elders to your advantage to create more stability and comfort in your life.

How should I approach sifting fact from fiction?

Queen of Wands atop The Magician, Elixir – Did my “drink the Koolaid.” Make sure that enthusiasm is not overpowering practicality and logic.

DECK USED:  MÁQUINA DE TAROT LA TERROR AND POINTS OF YOU ORACLE

Daily Self Kindness

I took some antacids early instead of waiting and trying to pretend the reflux would go away on its own.

🌕 Full Moon in Aquarius – August 2022

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Today is the full 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.

Full Moon in Aquarius Reading with the Dare to Shine Oracle

What possibilities are being offered to me right now?

Be the Reason Someone Believes in Goodness of People – Inspire others through leading by example. You can show them it’s possible to be good and kind and fair, no matter the circumstances. When you nurture others, it helps them see the world in as a better place and in a better light.

What area of my life is craving freedom and experimentation?

True Self-Discovery Begins Where Your Comfort Zone Ends – Stop letting fear and anxiety dictate what you do and where you go. Getting to know yourself on a deeper level involves moving past those fears, or moving through them.

Where can I be more open-minded?

To Activate and Open Your Third Eye is to Live a Most Awakened Life Rx – Instead of always searching for more and better, stick with where you’re at and learn to better appreciate what you have in the now.

What old habits/beliefs need to be released under this full moon?

Take Time Out to Reconnect with Mother Nature; We are One and the Same – You haven’t been able to get as much time out in nature as you usually need over the summer. Take a breath and release your expectations in this area. Self recrimination doesn’t help anything. Blaming yourself for not getting the time you need out in nature doesn’t solve anything. Just accept that reality hasn’t allowed for it right now, and look forward to times in the future when you can.

Where do I need to go with the flow?

It’s From the Deepest Wounds that Light Finds a Place to Shine – Don’t let disappointment set you back or tie your hands. Sometimes shit hurts, just because it’s supposed to. Even in these times of trouble, you will continue to grow if you allow yourself to go with the flow instead of resisting.

Full Moon advice from the Minoan Goddess Amalthea.

Harness Your Sexual Energy For it is Your Vital Source – Don’t avoid those things that make you feel good just because you feel like you want or deserve to feel like shit.

DECK USED: DARE TO SHINE ORACLE

Inattention May Burn

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Chromatic Fates Tarot - Wheel of FortuneToday’s draw is the Wheel of Fortune, which is traditionally a representation of luck (both good and bad), changing circumstances, the ups and downs of life, and the cyclical nature of life and the world.

What really catches my eye in this card is that half of the wheel that the woman holds is aflame, and she is blindfolded.

She has no warning for where her hands may land on the wheel as she has turned a blind eye to what she’s doing.   This, to me, feels like a message to make sure that you are paying attention.  Inattention may get you burned.

DECK USED:  CHROMATIC FATES TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2022 Challenge Prompt
Philosophical Question for August 10th: Can we understand good without evil?

Mysterium Game CardsReading Summary: No. We identify good and evil through experience, research (Bottom Left Card), social opinion (Top Card), and comparison (Top Card and directional gaze/interaction with Bottom Right Card).

Take Away: The answer in these cards is that it’s impossible to understand one without the other, for we need to have experiences and comparisons to help us define both good and evil.

At the same time, sometimes we learn these distinctions through society rather than personal experience, but there is still a need for comparison for there to truly be a depth of understanding on the themes of good and evil.

DECK USED: MYSTERIUM GAME CARDS + EXPANSION PACKS

The Rainbow Moonscape #VennoxesTarotChallenge Prompt
Questions for August 7th thru 10th

Chromatic Fates Tarot and Mysterium Game CardsWhat is working right now?

Knight of Swords and Commando Turtles – You are learning to communicate and delegate better in your business, so that you’re not so spread out and are getting the help you need to get things done.

What makes me happy?

The Hierophant and Burnt Memories – Getting a chance to help others in discovering a path that’s right for them, which also allows them to discard what isn’t working for them in preference of an exploration of something better.

What should I focus on organizing in my life?

Queen of Cups and The Longing Scarecrow – Work on supporting those things that you need to make you feel happy and in control.

For me, right now, that is finishing the shelving I’ve been working on, and finding a sense of closure with that project.

How can I make my life more entertaining?

Three of Swords Rx and The Secret Laboratory – Make sure you aren’t sinking into disappointment and self recrimination when experimentation goes awry.

DECK USED: CHROMATIC FATES TAROT AND MYSTERIUM GAME CARDS + EXPANSION PACKS

Daily Self Kindness

I didn’t work on the organization of the shelves today even though I wanted to.  I just don’t think my back and hips could handle it today.