Today’s meditation was a self-guided ten minute long session that focused on the “arch frenemies” oracle card and accompanying written guidance from Sunni Chapman’s Az 2 Oracle cards.
The guidance for this card had to deal with the people that irritate us, and why that’s the case. How sometimes it’s about them, reflecting back to us something in ourselves that we dislike, or other times that they are showing us something that we don’t want in our own lives And thus we are learning by example what not to do.
This meditation then led to a nap in which I dreamed about running into people (mostly strangers) I dislike or find irritating, and worrying in the dream that this meant their behavior and perceived flaws are things that I possess and dislike in myself.
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@FatMumSlim August #FMSPAD Challenge
Prompt for August 8th : Something That Sparkles | #FMS_SPARKLES25
Daily Mental Health Prompt: Seek a positive message to carry with you throughout the day and offer perspective.
Today’s draw is the Two of Wands (paired with celestite), which is traditionally a representation of planning, decision making, looking ahead, and themes to do with progress.
“Be honest about what we enjoy doing and make decision based on that… If you’re not in love with what it is you do every day, then… Take ownership for making changes. The only bad decision is to not make a decision at all…” (ref: deck guidebook)
The sparkly celestite is a stone of calm and clarity, with energy that helps in avoiding overthinking on the things in life that can and should be simple. Combined with the Two of Wands, the message for today is to seek out those things you enjoy and begin the process of incorporating them into those things that you don’t enjoy.
Listen to some of your favorite music while trudging through your bookkeeping or doing your housework. Park at the back of the lot on a sunny day so you can enjoy a sun-filled walk in fresh air on your way in and out of the store. Go barefoot under your desk.
We’re not looking for you to go nuclear on your life here, but rather to take baby steps at making your days (and those tasks within those days) more pleasurable.
DECK USED: THE CRYSTAL MAGIC TAROT AND THE AZ 2 ORACLE
#DiscordTarotholicsAug2025 Challenge
Prompt for August 8th : What do you need to focus on for self-care this full moon?
Reading Summary: Remember that this time of transition is a growth spurt (Reishi) and just work on staying true to yourself (Amanita Muscatia) as you go with the flow (Water Nymph).
Take Away: Life at this time is all about forcing you to make decisions, and transitions that will morph what you do and how you do things. Make sure you are following your moral compass and checking in regularly with what’s right for you along the way.
It’s okay to be pushed along the path as long as you’re checking in with yourself and making sure you’re not doing anything along the way that you’ll be unhappy with yourself for in the end. Just ride it out and stay true to yourself.
Other elements included in this reading:
Black Spruce Needles to Boost Self-Confidence and Positive Thinking
Dried Purple Heather Flowers for Independence and Luck
Abalone Shell for Soothing Energy and Emotional Balance
Gneiss Stone for Patience in Moments of Discomfort
Selenite for Purification and drawing in Positive Energy
DECK USED: FOREST TALES ORACLE
@empressofthenightslight Roll the Tarot August Challenge
Roll : 10 Prompt : Where can I focus my energy next for my own best good?
Reading Summary: Work on getting a handle on your rampant pessimism (Five of Cups) and try to shift the narrative to looking back on the past challenges you’ve experienced and how you’ve made it through them just fine (Six of Cups). Remember that you have the know how and support from others to come out on top of this challenge too, you only need to apply strategy and wisdom to the equation and remember you didn’t get where you are alone on your own (King of Swords).
Take Away: You have more control over your current situation and what’s coming in the near future (that you’re dreading big time) than you think you do. That control lies in acknowledging that you have choices to make and others with you to help you on your journey through this rough period. Place your focus on what you -can- control, and the rest will fall in line as a result. You are the leader in this parade, so lead by doing what you can and letting go of what you can’t, instead of grousing over lack of control and letting frustration and fear get in your way as a result.
Other elements included in this reading:
Dried Rosehips for Releasing Stress and Negativity
Foraged Hiba Tips for Grounding and Revitalization
Labradorite (Dice) for Mental and Emotional Healing
Selenite for Purification and drawing in Positive Energy
DECK USED: MAYA MINEO TAROT
I cried. Twice. (Once on my own, and once with Gideon.) It seemed to help a little bit in easing some of the anxiety I’ve been feeling the last week.
Twisting the Leaf 