Contemplative Gains

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Dreaming Way Tarot - The Hanged ManToday’s draw is The Hanged Man, which is traditionally a representation of taking a pause, considering alternate perspectives, contemplation, relaxing into difficult situations, surrender or letting go.

The ivy in the imagery of this card draws my gaze today. The figure is tied in twine, but the ivy has had time to begin to grow around their legs and down along their body.   This speaks to me of not just the need to see things from other perspectives besides one’s own, but to take the time to actually pause and think about those other perspectives for a time.

Contemplation is important, for without it one’s observations mean little. Today’s card is a reminder of the value that there is in taking time to truly think on what one sees and the alternate perspectives one observes. It’s through consideration and thought that we learn from these perspectives and they are given value.

DECK USED:  DREAMING WAY TAROT

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 15th

In Dreams OracleI will begin to…

Top Left Cards – …seek to not just continue to know and learn about myself, but also work at being more accepting of myself, flaws and all. It is not just the good parts that I need to learn to stand proud for, but the whole of who I am.

So that I can…

Bottom Right Cards – …rise from the shadows of depression’s lingering grasp and connect to the world with new awareness and fresh energy.

DECK USED: IN DREAMS ORACLE

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Philosophical Question for June 15th: Why do people feel the need to distract themselves from reality?

Dreaming Way TarotReading Summary: There is more than one reality to explore (The Hermit). Spending too much time on just one soon becomes boring (The Devil Rx). The distraction is, therefore, a self kindness (Six of Coins) that keeps things interesting.

Take Away: This is an interesting answer considering that I just finished reading the book Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman. It echoes the sentiments of the book’s ending.

The thing is, if one’s world becomes too “narrow”, their life then becomes boring… even when it’s not necessarily stagnant. Distractions from “reality” are really explorations of more, and they help keep us engaged and interested in life as a whole.

DECK USED: DREAMING WAY TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I took a nap today even though I really didn’t want to.

Gideon’s Challenge

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IMG_0608Squishy

I want to tromp
barefoot
through grass
and muddy water
and feel the squish
of wet soil
between my toes
as the icy water
makes toe tips
tingle
in the cold bite
of snow melt
from
mountain tops
far away

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Time To Start Moving

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Cook's Tarot - Three of WandsToday’s draw is the Three of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of movement, progress, proactivity, and expansion. It is the moment that comes after the planning has happened, when it is time to be spurred into action.

The message in today’s card is an effort to spur you forward. It says, “No more stagnancy, movement is needed. Take the steps needed to get your momentum rolling. Motivation will follow.

I’ve been feeling very sluggish and complacent lately in life, and the card today is bringing focus to this issue, and giving encouragement that it’s time to start moving now.

DECK USED:  COOK’S TAROT

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Questions for June 12th thru 14th

Animal Dreaming Oracle and Mystical Universe TarotWhat do I need to start?

Fight (Five of Swords) for the rebirth of your motivation and inspiration (Page of Wands). Be Fierce (Crocodile).

What do I need to stop? 

Stop allowing anxiety to stymie (Nine of Swords) your unique talents (Gray Owl).

You should be protecting (also the Gray Owl) that inner spark, not sitting complacently while it struggles and sputters in the dark.

What do I need to change?

Less dawdling and unproductive tomfoolery (Three of Cups Rx), more intent and purpose (Ace of Wands). The time for stillness is at an end (Moon).

DECK USED: ORACLE OF THE DREAMTIME AND MYSTICAL UNIVERSE TAROT

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 13th and 14th

Cook's TarotI will commit to…

Five of Pentacles – …dealing with my scarcity issues instead of ignoring them.

Because…

Queen of Cups – … it will be a self kindness, and doing so will support my emotional health.

I no longer give my energy to…

Two of Pentacles Rx – …willfully ignoring the need for balance in my life.

By…

Judgement – …aligning myself more conscientiously with what I want to accomplish and who I want to become.

DECK USED: COOK’S TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

In the great building flood of the day, I chose dry land.  I also chose to get my own car out of the mess before going to start knocking on doors and dragging other people out of bed to move their cars as well.

🌕 Full Moon in Sagittarius – June 2022

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Today is the full 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 about the medicine within, and brought to you by Ethony‘s Tarot by the Moon series.

Full Moon in Sagittarius Tarot Reading with the Mr Otter Tarot

What impulses need taming?

Nine of Wands – Take a moment to realize when you’re being combative. The reason might be because you’re trying to protect something that is important to you, but make sure you’re not going too far.

Where can I best direct my energy?

King of Cups – Don’t allow your emotions to run away with you. Stability is needed, even when it’s matters of intuition and the heart. Remember that sometimes you may need to tap into others that are more adept with their emotions (such as Gideon) to help you find that balance and stability.

How can I best redirect my aggression?

The Fool – Have some fun with it and lighten the mood. Everything doesn’t have to be serious all the time, and lightening the mood when you’re feeling aggressive can help turn that energy into something fun and enjoyable instead. It’s okay to be silly sometimes.

How can I add a little spice to my life?

Seven of Cups – You actually have to make the choice to loosen up. Adding a little spice to your life isn’t something that just happens, but is a goal to strive for just like any other. Be sure to exam if that’s really what you want before you take the leap, though.

What personal spiritual belief needs re-examining?

Ace of Wands – Not everything needs to be chased after in order to be accomplished. And not every new idea or inspiration needs exploration. It’s okay to let one go every once in a while.

Full Moon advice from the Minoan Goddess Amalthea.

Six of Cups – Cherish those important souls in your life and the history you share.

DECK USED: MR OTTER TAROT

Gideon’s Challenge

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IMG_9718The Eternity

Time stretches long
like a rubber band
pulled taut
and the inch it was
becomes
a foot… or more
as seconds stretch
into minutes
and then hours
as time becomes
an expanse
never ending

and then suddenly
snaps
back into place
without warning

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Full Moon in Sagittarius Lenormand Reading

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Full Moon in Sagittarius Lenormand Reading with the Hilda Lenormand

How are you being asked to expand your horizons?

Coffin and Ship – Move away from unhealthy behaviors as you recover from being sick. This illness can be seen as a breaking point, a place where you can break away from bad behaviors and move forward fresh.

What will help you step out of your comfort zone?

Scythe and Clouds – Cut down your uncertainty at the knees. Your inner narrative that whispers doubts and concerns in your ear needs to be silenced, and only decisive action will make that happen.

In what way are you being called to shift your mindset?

Tree and Mountain – Good health (physical or mental) is not a lost cause, merely an obstacle strewn path. Keep working toward a healthier you, even when it feels like the obstacles in your way are insurmountable.

What clarity and wisdom are available to you now?

House and Dog – Take comfort in those you trust most.  Lean on them and spend time with them.  You are not an island. You need them… and they need you too.

DECK USED: HILDA LENORMAND