Various Paganism, Tarot, Etc

Weekly Creativity Prompt – The Hanged Man

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Prompt: “Pull the card from your deck(s) that matches the card posted below. Compare the imagery between the card provided below and the card(s) from your own deck(s). How would you read them differently and why?“

Tarot of the Hidden Realms - The Hanged ManTarot of the Hidden Realm – Eyes open and body relaxed, he hangs inverted and sees the world from this vantage point.  As the green grows up around him, coiling in his hair, a butterfly comes to whisper secrets for him to hear.    In this imagery I see patience, but also a hint of determination in his features. He does not hang for the heck of it, but with purpose.  He is a seeker, and he wants to see this alternate view. Thus, I would see this card as an encouragement to actively seek out new perspectives.

The Stormlight Archive Tarot, Darkened Dreams Tarot, The Kitchen Tarot

The Stormlight Archive Tarot – In this card the figure is bound by one wrist, pierced by an arrow, and run through by many blades, one of which also pierces through his free hand.  He hangs with his head bowed, brought to a knee in his pain, bound through not just ropes or twine, but by punishing pain as well.  As the Hanged Man, this card reminds me that the world looks different to everyone.  Chronic pain, pessimism, punishment, or misfortune can all create a skewed view of reality.  A skewed view we then carry with us as we move through life.  I see this card as a reminder that we must pull out the (metaphorical) blades that keep our past wounds open and raw so that we can heal and begin to rise, straighten from our kneel, and see the world from a better perspective.

Darkened Dreams Tarot – In the imagery of this card we see a figure that ascends as if defying gravity, their wrist anchored to a barren tree as they are pulled upward, defying gravity.  This imagery speaks to me of astral projection while the colors of the card speak to me of enlightenment.  As the body is anchored to a tree, it makes me wonder if it is not the tree’s soul that floats above, seeking new adventures and perspectives that it cannot experience when rooted to the ground. I see this card as an encouragement to explore and try new things, seek out new experiences and allow them to expand one’s perception of the world.

The Kitchen Tarot – In this deck, the Hanged One is named the Kitchen Timer with the added input of the words “miracle worker” etched into the arms of the chef with their third eye open and the other two eyes closed. There is something to be said for the old adage “time heals all wounds” and, in a way, this is true…. -if- you are willing to be open to the healing that time offers us.  I would see this card as an encouragement to wait.  To wait and to watch, and to keep an open mind.  Allow yourself to move past your own first impressions, and look deeper.

DECK USED: TAROT OF THE HIDDEN REALM, THE STORMLIGHT ARCHIVE TAROT, DARKENED DREAMS TAROT, THE KITCHEN TAROT

Good Vibes Only Lenormand Reading

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Good Vibes Only Lenormand Reading with the Whisper Lenormand

What is my ultimate good vibes only feel good reminder of the day?

Child and Anchor – Fun can be a type of foundation building, anchoring you into the world in a way that more serious endeavors often can’t. Allow yourself to have some fun as you go through the day and your feelings of chaos will ease into something more stable and secure.

What is something good or positive I can focus on today?

Tree and Heart – Be kind to your body and treat your heart well. Your body needs certain nutrients and emotional support in order to feel at its best. Make sure that you aren’t neglecting these needs.

How can I best deal with and overcome any challenges that today may bring?

Tower and Key – Take some time to do a personal reading and some reflection upon what’s coming on the horizon. This will allow you some early warnings, and give you some time in which to prepare.

DECK USED: WHISPER LENORMAND

📆 Transitioning from June to July

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Month End Check-Up Tarot Reading with The Pacific Northwest Tarot and The Crystal Forests Oracle

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

The Sun and Amethyst – You have been reminded again and again to lean into positivity and optimism. It’s been a tough road, but you are in a place right now to facilitate those efforts.

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

Four of Cups and Golden Healer – Sensitivity and sloth. It’s time to act. Leave behind the dragging feet, stagnation, and stubbornly cloying complacency. Lift your feet from the muck and start moving, and in doing so you will feel your energies begin to lighten and become more active as well.

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

The Hanged One and Lapis Lazuli – Clarity. You seek a mind unfiltered by bias or clouded by the fuzz of uncertainty or depression.

Limitations – Negative influences, opposition, or ill will.

Wheel of Fortune atop Six of Wands Rx, Fire Opal – Public opinion is fickle as hell. Don’t depend on others for the clarity you seek. Their perspectives are only a piece of the puzzle, and far from the full picture or absolute truth.

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

Temperance and Copper – Set your own pace that allows you to look around with gratitude and treat yourself with kindness. When you do this, it will still get you where you want to go, but at a far more enjoyable (and sustainable) pace.

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

Eight of Swords and Blue Kyanite – Forgive yourself for not seeing all of the bad stuff coming before it hits. No one ever sees everything or picks up on all the warning signs. In retrospect we see so much more that we couldn’t have known was important in the moment.

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

Page of Pentacles and Rainbow Moonstone – You need to reflect on all the good that meditation has done for you in the past and allow this awareness of its positive influences it to inspire you to begin again.

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

Nine of Cups atop Two of Cups Rx, Tanzanite – Sometimes social discord can lead to a better place overall. There is a clash of minds is on the horizon, and you may want to let it happen instead of trying to divert, as it will lead to a far better place if you ride it out.

Empowerment – A future opportunity to work toward.

The High Priestess and Labradorite – You have the opportunity coming your way to expand into your intuition and stretch it into a more comfortable fit.

Message from the Spirit World – It is through your intuition that you will be able to set a pace for yourself that allows for both healthy rest and recuperation, as well as energetic movement toward your goals.  There has to be balance between the two in order to find true happiness.

Message from the Mind’s World – The mental health healing that you need can be found through instilling more positivity and optimism into your day to day life.  Through this new perspective you can find a more crisp and clear mental state.

Message from the Physical World – It is time to step away from self abuse and self neglect. No one can do this for you. You have to make the decision to do it for yourself. You know the things that can help you find a greater sense of physical stability.  Meditation is at the top of the list, and where you need to start.

Take Away –  This reading is primarily about movement and stagnancy, it’s about making sure I’m not lingering any longer in the stagnant energies that have held me back this spring and summer, and instead pushing myself forward into action and movement so that I can begin stirring up energies that need a breath of fresh air.

DECKS USED: THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST TAROT, THE CRYSTAL FORESTS ORACLE

Attracting Abundance Tarot Reading

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Attracting Abundance Oracle Reading with L'Oracle des Miroirs

My current relationship with allowing abundance.

Santé – Your current relationship with allowing abundance is healthy and thriving. You don’t see this as your due, but rather one of those things your skills and abilities allow you to work towards.

How to get myself in alignment.

Voyage – Step outside and spend some time in nature. You’ve spent a lot of time avoiding doing what you know will help ground and center you throughout this spring and summer. The weather has been perfect for you to get out into the forest and spend some time among the trees, so stop wasting it by dawdling indoors.

An energy I need to integrate to have an enlightened perspective on abundance.

Projection – Remember that what your mind focuses on is what you manifest. Therefore if you are focusing on the negative and the pessimistic viewpoint, that is what you will manifest. By the same turn if you focus on positivity, optimism, and gratitude you will manifest more abundance as a result.

Current blessing I should be grateful for.

Compromis – The give-and-take of working with others in a positive manner allows you to manifest positive results should be acknowledged with gratitude. It is through this atmosphere of collaboration that you are able to get things done more easily and in a more timely manner.

What I should be investing my energy into to attract abundance.

Tranquillité – You need to invest more time in your spiritual practice and meditation. These things allow you to have a more grounded foundation upon which to work from to achieve your goals and attract more abundance into your life.

DECK USED: L’ORACLE DES MIROIRS

Weekly Creativity Prompt – The Feels

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Prompt: “Draw a single random card from (one of) your favorite decks and share how the card’s imagery makes you feel.”

The Pinokkio Tarot by Sagittis - The FoolDisgusted. I mean honestly, that was my first reaction when I saw this card. Disgust.

Pinokkio has decided to lay among the grass and flowers, and because he’s not paying attention to his surroundings and has lain himself down in an inadvisable place, he’s going to get pissed on by a dog.

Interestingly, my feeling of disgust concerning this card are very similar to the feeling of disgust I get when I find people who are willfully ignorant and choose to do stupid shit without thinking about it first. So the feeling is very accurate for the Fool where I am concerned, as the Fool is often quite irresponsible and oblivious to their surroundings in most cases.

My disgust in this picture would turn my perspective on the meaning of the Fool’s placement in a reading into something slightly more cautionary or negative. Ie: a warning about not paying attention, taking care to do not do foolish things, or a message about thinking before you act.

DECK USED: PINOKKIO TAROT BY SAGITTIS

New Moon in Cancer Lenormand Reading

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New Moon in Cancer Lenormand Reading with the Sawyer's Path Lenormand

Where to advance.

Fox and Bear – Don’t worry.  Nobody’s trying to screw you over and the decisions you’ve been making financially lately are good ones.  You have a chance to cement these good decisions in place with the energy of this new moon, just make sure you’re staying alert and watchful.

Where to recede.

Rider and Fish – Be wary of new ideas from this point forward.  You’ve already made the decisions that need made and they are sound, good decisions. New decisions popping out of the blue might be tempting and seem appealing, but they are fraught with potential problems you may not be able to see clearly due to the speed and immediacy needed in their approach.

Where to turn inward for loving self care.

House and Tree – Home is where the heart is and it’s also where you find safety and sanctuary.  Heading out into the world right now holds a lot of risks (as demonstrated by the last three days and the expenses incurred on your car concerning the four incidences in those three days).  Stay home and enjoy the stability you find there.

DECK USED: SAWYER’S LENORMAND