Day: January 11, 2024

The Special Sprinkles on Life’s Cake

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#DailyCalm from the Calm appToday’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was one of the #DailyCalm sessions from the Calm app.

This session was a head to toe yoga nidra that was focused on gratitude for the body and all that it does for us. It went through each part of the body, examining them and considering each and the benefits that it provides to us.

As usual, I find the experience of doing yoga nidras very relaxing, and they’ve grown to become one of my favorite practices.

The Fablemaker's Tarot Page of Coins Page of Pentacles and It's Going to Be Okay 2024 Day-to-Day Calendar by Kate AllanToday’s draw is the Page of Pentacles combined with the affirmation “Life is hard, but I’m grateful to experience it with you.”

Part of the reason that taking time to reach your goals is such a good thing is that it allows you to learn how to better appreciate those around you along the way.  They teach you things you wouldn’t learn on your own, and offer you experiences you would other wise miss, adding a special something to the journey that you are on.  Don’t be in such a rush to learn, grow, and advance that you neglect those around you. They are the special sprinkles on top of life’s cake.

DECK USED:  THE FABLEMAKERS TAROT (NON-LENTICULAR PRINT) AND IT’S GOING TO BE OKAY 2024 DAY-TO-DAY CALENDAR BY KATE ALLAN

#DiscordTarotholicsJan2024 Challenge Prompt
Questions for January 11th and 12th

The Fablemaker's Tarot - Knight of Cups, Knight of Chalices, Knight of Coins, Knight of Pentacles, Nine of Cups, Nine of Chalices, The MoonWhat does your inner child crave that you’ve been ignoring?

Knight of Chalices facing Knight of Coins – Slow down and have more fun. Life can’t always be about work. Your inner child has had to take a back seat for the past year as you dealt with unavoidable responsibilities.  Allowing yourself to take things slow and have some fun will fulfill a need your  inner child has been aching to be tended to for quite some time.

What concession can you make to provide for this inner child craving?

Nine of Chalices and The Moon – Stop avoiding enjoying the good stuff because it leaves you feeling open and vulnerable to do so. You avoid counting your blessings and acknowledging your enjoyment because you fear it will then be taken away from you by unseen forces out of your control. The vulnerability of letting people see you like something or are enjoying yourself is scary, but you shouldn’t let it stand in your way.

DECK USED: THE FABLEMAKERS TAROT (NON-LENTICULAR PRINT)

Daily Self Kindness

I wore my bearsuit outside today because it was freezing cold out there. It’s usually an inside-only garment.

Gideon’s Challenge

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Yellow RoseLift Me Up

Happiness comes
and goes
like the flow
of waves
over sand
and sometimes
when the tide
is out
we forget
how sweet
a walk in the surf
can be.
I think I need
a little pick me up

Photo © ZenStatePhotography

🌑 New Moon in Capricorn – January 2024

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Tomorrow 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 courtesy of Ethony.

New Moon in Capricorn Tarot Reading with the Tarot of the Enchanted Garden

Where do I need to stand strong?

Ace of Swords – In your communication with others. Speak up more about your needs, experiences, and ideas. Allow yourself to be heard.

How can I challenge myself in 2024?

The World atop The High Priestess – The sky is the limit and anything is possible this year in the area of your intuition’s development. Seek the completion of a journey instead of trying something new.

Where in my life requires more sensitivity?

The Hanged Man – Make sure that you are taking the time to see things from others perspectives instead of just your own. Also… be kinder to yourself. Remember that Gideon sees the Hanged Man as you… and you need sensitivity too.

What long-term goals or plans need my attention?

Six of Coins Rx – Reel it back on caring for others. You need to develop better balance in this area, and you cannot create that balance while over extending yourself in this area.

What is the next best practical step forward?

Knight of Cups atop Three of Coins – Be proactive about connecting with others and inviting them into your creative endeavors. You will get farther in the things you enjoy and want to accomplish if you let them join in instead of holding them at arms length.

New Moon advice from the Minoan Goddess Amalthea.

Six of Cups Rx – Don’t spend too much time lallygagging in nostalgia right now.

DECK USED: TAROT OF THE ENCHANTED GARDEN