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.
Twisting the Leaf 