Month: July 2023

Finding the Positive Message for July 31

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The Chariot from the Spacious Tarot and Thera-Pets Emotional Support Animal CardsToday’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. “You weren’t defeated then, you won’t be defeated now.”  Combined with the imagery in today’s card (The Chariot), I have a feeling something is coming that is unavoidable and going to be a challenge. There’s no indication what that something is, but the rushing of the water in the card combined with the affirmation for today… this card is a reminder that whatever is coming is not the end of the world. It’s something you’ve gone through before, and although you may have to go through it again, it won’t defeat you this time any more so than it did last time.

The Chariot – In general, the Chariot card is about control and direction.  Here in this card, we see rapids running through the canyon channel of tall rock walls. You cannot see where the water is going as you ride along within the water, and you have no choice but to continue forward as there is no going back. The key here is to ride the water like rapids. Keep your head above water and make sure that you steer yourself around any major obstacles so that you don’t end up crashing on the rocks.

DECK USED: SPACIOUS TAROT

📆 Transitioning from July to August

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Month End Check-In Tarot Reading with the MIMIT Tarot

Here and Now I Exist – Who you are now, in your entirety.

The Emperor – Large and in charge, you are making responsible decisions about what is best for everyone but yourself.

The Slough – What is to be left in the past as you move forward.

The Sun Rx atop Ten of Swords – Don’t let the misfortunes, tests, and trials that feel like they’re beating you down actually drown you in the pit of depression. You may not be able to drown without the drop, but you can make sure you don’t allow it to drag you into the dark by letting go of self defeating thought patterns.

What Lies Ahead – An ideal state or ideal self you are seeking at this time.

Seven of Cups – The echoes of who you were are still there. Just make sure you are only resurrecting the good stuff.

Limitations – Negative influences, opposition, or ill will.

Ten of Wands – Take care you aren’t flirting with overwhelm and burnout.

The Boon – Positive influences, higher guidance, or divine intervention.

Six of Cups – Your ancestors and guides are clamoring to become more involved.

The Wound – An unpleasant past experience or event that is ripe for some support and healing.

Nine of Pentacles – It can often be difficult for you to sit in your moments of accomplishment, as you’ve been conditioned to always push for more.

Nostalgia – A positive past experience or event to acknowledge, reflect upon, and enjoy.

Ace of Wands – Stir up in your memory the experience of your inspiration and creative spark flaring to life. Don’t forget how good it feels to be seized by inspiration.

A Warning – Something coming that can be prevented or overcome.

The Last – Pay close attention to what is dying out. If it’s important to you, you will be given the opportunity to breathe new life into these things.

Empowerment – A future opportunity to work toward.

Cards – Don’t pass up the opportunity to give comfort to those who need it, and accept comfort from those offering it to you. Everyone needs others to apply a bit of balm to their soul now and then.

Message from the Spirit World – If you ignore the lessons from your past you will be doomed to repeat them.

Message from the Mind’s World – Spending too much time with your fingers in other peoples business will steal away your joy. Pick and choose instead of being involved in everything.

Message from the Physical World – Instead of focusing on ministry success, which will only continue a cycle of overwhelm, spend your time focusing on the whispering spark of your inspiration.

DECKS USED: MIMIT TAROT

Finding the Positive Message for July 28 – 30

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Songs for the Journey Home Tarot, Dive To You Tarot, Seasonal Fox Tarot Day Edition, and Thera-Pets Emotional Support Animal Cards

July 28

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. The affirmation for today is “You don’t have to be perfect to be lovable” which is really a slamming hammer on the nail head of one of my biggest issues, to be honest. Because… perfection is important.  Extremely important.  Or at least that’s what I was taught growing up, and it stuck hard for a very long time afterward, and still manages to stick around, even though these days I’m working at letting it go.

The Fool – Sometimes care free is better than responsible. You can’t be a stick in the mud all of the time, and life is a lot more fun if you let yourself fuck up now and then along the way.  Trip over a branch on the path now and then, get carried away with your own enthusiasm.  These things help awaken the child within, and you need that child within to help balance out that extremely heavy handed inner taskmaster that takes up so much of your time and attention.

DECK USED: SONGS FOR THE JOURNEY HOME TAROT

July 29

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. The affirmation on today’s card is “There’s no rule that says you have to have everything figured out right now. Every step forward is progress.  This affirmation encouraged me to go to the guide for the tarot card that I pulled today rather than trying to just interpret from the imagery.  I’m glad that I did, too! Although it was written in Thai, I was able to use a translator to translate it and, as a result, was able to see the Eight of Swords in a new light today.

Eight of Swords – In the guide for this deck, this card is all about the danger and nefarious actions of the man outside, and how she sees him with eager anticipation rather than as the danger that he is.  Her rose colored glasses keep her from seeing things clearly, and this she is missing out on acknowledging the danger she is in.  The message in today’s card is to remember that clarity is important. You can’t ignore shit and expect that you won’t end up getting burned in doing so.

DECK USED: DIVE TO YOU TAROT

July 30

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. The affirmation on today’s card is “You are not a burden. We are lucky to have you.”  I feel like I pulled this the other day when all that drama happened recently on one of the servers I’m on.  I felt like I was fucking up and couldn’t figure out how to stop the downward spiral.  Today’s affirmation brought up the memory of that spiral and how for a time, I kind of lost  touch with the fact that there are far more people out there that appreciate me and depend on me than there are critics that hold issue with how I do things.

The Lovers – Have some fun with the ones you love, as it helps those bonds grow stronger and keeps not just the relationship healthy, but -you- healthier as well.

DECK USED: SEASONAL FOX TAROT DAY EDITION

Finding the Positive Message for July 25 – 27

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Mimit Tarot, Everybody's Tarot, Healing Waters Tarot, and Thera-Pets Emotional Support Animal Cards

July 25

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. That affirmation was “It’s okay to be uncomfortable. It’s okay to be scared. You will succeed in spite of these feelings.*  What I love?  Is that the bunny in the image has a mural of a full moon on it.  That uncertainty of darkness and shadow fits so well with the affirmation on the card.

The Hanged Man – This card is all about perspective, and the fact that the tail of the mouse is willingly holding on instead of tied to the branch? Indicates that not only is it about new perspectives, but about willingly seeking them out and being open to those perspectives when they are available.  These cards together are a reminder not to close yourself off to opportunity because you are scared or uncomfortable. Open your eyes and allow yourself to see past those feelings that try to cloud your view.

DECK USED: MIMIT TAROT

July 26

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. The affirmation on today’s card is “You are doing enough. It’s going to be okay.”   This is one of those messages that I need pretty regularly, as I feel like I am -never- doing enough. It’s a reminder that this perspective is flawed, and comes from an ugly place of self-depreciation.  By reminding me of this, it helps me to try and see things from a healthier angle when I’m tempted to keep pushing myself harder and harder.

Four of Cups – Being pissy about your self care and not dong your meditation isn’t going to get you very far.  In fact, it will create setbacks that you really don’t need. Make sure you do your physio and meditation, even if you’re not inspired to do so.

DECK USED: EVERYBODY’S TAROT

July 27

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. The affirmation for today is “The truth is that you are far more capable than you feel.” I’m not feeling particularly in-capable at the moment, but sometimes these messages come in order to help bolster and sustain rather than to correct.  Today’s message is one of those. It’s to keep me remembering that I’m far more capable than I often feel that I am, whether that is in making changes in my life, or just sustaining my business for a time instead of focusing on growth.

The Hierophant – Make sure you are tapping into available resources right now. You don’t know everything and still have so much potential, but to continue to improve and expand your own knowledge you need to seek out those that have been doing things for a lot longer than you have. Their tips and tricks can help improve your own knowledge and skills.

DECK USED: HEALING WATERS TAROT

Finding the Positive Message for July 22 – 24

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Tongues of the Mother Tarot, Catomancy Tarot, Zeke's Arcana Tarot, and Thera-Pets Emotional Support Animal Cards

July 22

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card.  That would be… “Today is a brand new day, and you are a brand new you. Good luck!”  And, I’m just sayin’?  But that “Good luck” definitely did not sound like the sweet and encouraging thing it was probably meant as when I heard it in my head.  Yes, each day is a new day and with a new day comes an opportunity to do better and be better.  Just remember not to let that concept become something daunting. It’s supposed to be a good thing, not an “oh fuck, here we go”.

King of Swords – This card is all about truths and confessions. The cat sits on a pillow with his paw in the air and claws out, the pillow beneath him tattered and fluff strewn about.  It’s about owning what’s yours, and making it work for you… without apology.  It’s your life… it’s your pillow.  Do with it what -you- want. It’s not up to anyone else how you lead your life… as long as you know what you want and headed in the right direction for you.

DECK USED: CATOMANCY TAROT

July 23

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. There didn’t really feel like there was any one specific “the thing” indicated when today’s affirmation came up as “You can do the thing!” and it feels like more of a general encouragement that moments where self confidence are lacking aren’t necessary.  Just go for it! Even in those less confident moments.

The Emperor (Hoodoo Man) – I would have normally considered Hoodoo Man to be the Magician instead of the Emperor, but there’s something to be said about the Emperor and his knowledge and self possession. The way that the Emperor is decisive and provides strength for his clan.  There-in lies the message in today’s card.  It’s not about just you… clan is important.  Make sure you are acting with confidence today, and that you are taking their needs into account as you make decisions.

DECK USED: TONGUES OF THE MOTHER TAROT

July 24

Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was focused on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. The affirmation for today is “You are a whole person. You are complete.”  The interesting thing about it is that it was paired with the Seven of Pentacles today, which speaks of slow growth.

Seven of Pentacles – So yes, I am a whole person.  I -am- complete.  At the same time?  I feel that it is an important responsibility of humanity to work on self development and growth.  That doesn’t mean we’re not “good enough” in the now? What it means is that over the length of a lifetime, we continue to focus on growth and becoming better people than we are today. The Seven of Pentacles is all about slow growth.  Yes, growth spurts happen… but the real and true development of who we are is not done in leaps and bounds, but in small steps over years at a time.  Don’t get impatient and start pushing.

DECK USED: ZEKE’S ARCANA

Finding the Positive Message for July 19 – 21

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Dive To You Tarot, Ocean Dry Tarot, Awaken Tarot, and Thera-Pets Emotional Support Animal Cards

July 19

There was no meditation today, and the Thera-Pets affirmation was rolled into the reading of the tarot card pulled for today.

King of Pentacles – Do what’s right for you and your life and those you choose to share it with. Focus on stability and fuck the rest.

DECK USED: DIVE TO YOU TAROT

July 20

Today’s meditation was fifteen minutes long, and was a combination of additional stretching exercises while focusing on the affirmation in today’s Thera-Pets card. It was a reminder that resilience is about bending instead of standing rigid. Just as the trees bend to the wind instead of leaning into it and fighting against it. It’s in the bend where you find your greatest ability to adapt, survive, and thrive.

Seven of Coins – Right. So I struggled a bit with this card when I pulled it this morning. Mainly? Because I had a hard time with the red and the smears at the bottom. It’s… not a color I would usually associate with the Seven of Pentacles, which is usually about slow growth and sustainability. What I initially see in the imagery here is violence, and it took me most of the day to get past that first impression (which happens a -lot- with this deck, incidentally, and is one of the decks I don’t like reading with for clients because most of the time I struggle with how colors are used in the cards).

At nearly the end of the day, I was sitting here at the computer looking at this card, though… and I considered all of the things that have taken me time and effort to accomplish. Ms B and Mr R used to have a saying that nearly always came up in the middle of projects around their property.

“It’s not a good job until you bleed on it.”

Work on the mower and cut your finger? It’s going to be a job well done. Lay wood floors and snag your knee on a nail? Those floors are going to look spectacular when they’re done. Sometimes, to have a satisfactory result to an endeavor, sweat and tears are not enough. Blood is also required.

That is the message in today’s card. Don’t be scared to spill a little blood as you work towards your goals. It’ll make the end results just that much sweeter.

DECK USED: OCEAN DRY TAROT

July 21

There may be a meditation today, but it hasn’t happened yet. (I have plans to fit it in, but shit happens, so we’ll see.) If it does happen, it will be focused on the combined message between the Thera-Pets affirmation and the tarot card pulled for today, which can be found below.

Ace of Cups – Emotions don’t always need explanation or reason. Sometimes they just are, and that’s all there is to it. They feel overwhelming because they are new, and because you are allowing them to have space instead of pushing them away. You don’t have to do anything with them other than experience them.

DECK USED: AWAKEN TAROT