daily tarot

Take a Breath

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Reverie Tarot - Two of PentaclesToday’s draw is the Two of Pentacles, which is traditionally a representation of juggling responsibilities, work/life balance, and prioritization.

The theme in the imagery in this card is very classic RWS in it s execution, and what I see as the message in this card is a reminder that there is a need to balance home with work. Balance accomplishments with guilt concerning how much you haven’t gotten done. Balance motivation with the need for rest.

Don’t push today.  You’ve had a rough week and it’s only Tuesday.  Three flat tires and a busted car window… four separate incidents in three days.  You deserve some time to take a breath.

DECK USED:  REVERIE TAROT

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 28th and 29th

Legendary Ladies OracleI have accomplished this.

Lakshmi (Hindu) atop Demeter (Greek) – I am reaping in the rewards from my labors, and working to better appreciate my accomplishments.

So I can…

Liễu Hạnh (Vietnamese) atop Hel (Norse) – …begin to see myself in a more positive light and with greater acceptance.

I am confident to…

Benten (Japanese) – …explore and create in whatever ways I am drawn, and to succeed in these endeavors without fear of failure.

Because I have…

Tyche (Greek) – …lady luck on my side. Yes, some of it is skill and effective use of my brain, but some of it is just pure luck and the openness to not accept failure as the end of the journey.

DECK USED: LEGENDARY LADIES ORACLE

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Topic for June 28th: Self-Care for the New Moon…

Reverie TarotReading Summary: Although you’re really in need of some alone time in nature (Seven of Cups atop The Hermit), resist the urge to go it alone (Five of Swords) and take time for rest and recuperation instead (Four of Swords).

Take Away: Considering the events of the last three days where my car is concerned, now is not the time to go wandering off into the woods alone.

Better to do other restorative things and leave the alone time for when things aren’t so wrought with chaos, vandalism, and destruction.

DECK USED: REVERIE TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I tried to get some rest today, and to spend some time with Gideon. I’m feeling a little numb but I tried to let Gid help me reconnect with my emotions a bit.

Dream Actualization

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Today’s meditation was a nap. I laid down to do it and promptly fell asleep. I think it’s the heat. It makes me sluggish and tired.

The Pacific Northwest Tarot - King of WandsToday’s draw is the King of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of a projective alpha energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s passions, enthusiasm, inspiration, motivations, and principles.

An alpha stands strong at the top of a large rock, surrounded by California Poppies (Eschscholzia californica). Here we see a symbolism of strength, power, calm objectivity, and regeneration.

The message in today’s card is an encouragement to seize control, and direct your dreams and goals forward where you want them to go. Doing nothing accomplishes nothing. Drawing others into your vision though, can help ensure success.

DECK USED:  THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Topic for June 27th: About peace…

Divination with the Dreampunk Game CardsReading Summary: The sock puppet on the thumbs up in the center card reflects the colors in the “welcome aboard” card on the left. This speaks of a warm, fuzzy, comfortable feeling that comes with being welcomed, accepted, and embraced by others.

The cloud that the thumbs up comes out of in the center card then reflects into the coloring in the background of the card on the right, as does the earthen tones of the ground and volcano beneath that cloud with the earthy nature of the card on the right. This connection speaks of the things that bring us joy and stability in life, and how we can nurture them to help them grow and become strong.

Take Away: These cards indicate that peace is about acceptance, and finding those things that make you feel grounded and happy.

DECK USED: DREAMPUNK DECK

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 27th

The Pacific Northwest Tarot and The Crystal Forests OracleI will actualize my dream to…

… see change as an adventure (The Fool), feel more safe and comfortable breaking out of my shell (Six of Swords), and allow change to happen without a reactive inner cacophony of negativity (Black Tourmaline).

By…

…seeing changes in life as an opportunity to celebrate and have some fun (Three of Cups) while clearing out the old that isn’t working in my life (Selenite), instead of falling back on old harmful habits (The Devil) that are familiar and feel so easy (Blue Goldstone).

DECK USED: THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I called Jer to come meet me when I found my car vandalized instead of dealing with it alone.

Patience and Persistence

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Cat Tarot - Page of PentaclesToday’s draw is the Page of Pentacles, which is traditionally a representation of a receptive omega energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s health, finances, resources, labors, manifestations, and the physical world.

Here we see a cat that does not seem particularly thrilled with the offering in the owners hand, but does not seem to be as resistant to the idea as a similar theme that is shown in the Ace of this suit, indicating that the cat has learned to accept these pills, but that there’s still a ways to go in getting to the “learning to like it” stage. It also shows progress on the owners part as instead of offering the pills in their palm, they are seeking to make them more palatable and easy to accept.

The message in today’s cards is that not all progress can be fast, even when you want it to be.  But, persistence can pay off in the end when combined with a bit of patience.

DECK USED:  CAT TAROT

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 26th

Herbal Cats OracleI will stop negativity here.

Coltsfoot, Hyssop atop Vervain – Each of these herbs has to do with the healing of the lungs, and peaceful rest. They speak of a need to be less negative surrounding your meditative practice. Stop discounting the benefits that meditating each day can provide for you, and start doing them instead of skipping.

By…

Bee Balm atop Cowslip – …focusing on being kinder and more accepting of yourself. The reason you skip the things that lift you up and make you healthy is because it is a type of self-punishment you can passively wallow in. By accepting yourself more and being kinder to yourself, you can fight back against this self-destructive urge.

DECK USED: CAT HERBAL DECK

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Topic for June 26th: Do Spread #2
Question: What do I need in order to get the deck shelves done in the next two months?

The Art of Pixlar Postcard Set and Cat TarotReading Summary: The cats in all three of these cards faced towards the past, and yet the bee in the anchor card above charges towards the future. The sentiment of each card’s image below the anchor speaks of things in the past that are holding you back. Reluctance (imagery in the Ace of Pentacles), gluttony/sloth (imagery in the Knight of Cups), and distraction (imagery in the Page of Swords) have all played apart in this struggle.

In contrast, the traditional meaning of each card aligns with the theme of the anchor card above. They speak of turning over a new leaf (Ace of Pentacles), charging forward towards what you want (Knight of Cups), and accepting that it’s going to be a learning process (Page of Swords).

Take Away: These cards indicate that what I need in order to get the job done is to set aside the unhealthy attitudes and practices that I’ve been indulging in recently. Turn around and charge forward towards what I want, instead of lingering in dalliances that are getting nothing done.

DECK USED: THE ART OF PIXAR POSTCARD SET AND CAT TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I made Jer come over to come with me to get my car fixed today instead of going on my own.

No Neglect Allowed

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Tarot Balbi - The EmpressToday’s draw is the Empress card, which is traditionally a representation of the sacred feminine, fertility, abundance, nurturing strength, and mother earth.

Although the Empress is a regal figure, she is also a nurturer.  A caregiver.  And the energy that she brings to today needs to be as nurturing and caring towards yourself as what you would give to others.

Today’s card indicates that there is a need to treat yourself well today. Don’t ignore this need, and make the conscious decision to avoid self abuse or self neglect.

DECK USED:  TAROT BALBI FORNIER EDITION

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 25th

L'Oracle de l'Intuition et l'ActionI will be more aware of…

… how important it is to speak up share my perspectives (Osez Parler) so that others can see beyond their own viewpoint to a more full picture of what’s going on (Un Regard Différent), and thus be able to make the best choices possible for themselves (La Bonne Décision).

So I can…

…see them flourish (Le Courage d’Oser) in the knowledge that they are not alone but have others behind them to help them when needed (Jamais Seule).

DECK USED: ORACLE DE L’INTUITION ET DE L’ACTION

Mr Lionhart’s #TheJuneTarot Spark of Magic Prompt
Questions for June 25th thru 27th

Tarot BalbiWhat kind of shadow work can help me grow (as a person)?

Death – Coming to terms with negative feelings about change so that you can accept changes more easily with less discord and resistance.

How, or in what area, can this help me grow?

Nine of Coins – It will allow feelings of rightness and stability to grow strong, and you will be able to see your accomplishments more clearly, as well as better appreciate them.

What kind of light work can support (or heal) me?

Ace of Cups – Exploring your emotions and learning to live with them rather than burying them or ignoring them.

What first step am I guided to take today in this light work?

Wheel of Fortune atop Queen of Coins – Acknowledge that there is greater stability within yourself and your life than you give yourself credit for. Emotions may make it feel like the boat is rocking, even when it isn’t.

How am I guided to share my magic with others throughout this Solstice cycle?

Temperance – Now is not the time, focus on yourself for now.

How, or where, would Lilith like to see me {re}claim my personal power?

Seven of Pentacles – You need to remember and accept that just because things are moving slowly doesn’t mean that you have failed or are somehow lacking. Some things are meant to go slow, whether you want them to or not.

DECK USED: TAROT BALBI FORNIER EDITION

Daily Self Kindness

I spent a lot of time in play with Gideon today, and it was wonderful.

Changes and Transformations

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Mystical Universe Tarot - DeathToday’s draw is the Death card, which is traditionally a representation of gradual organic change, endings, moments of closure, and transformations.

What stands out to me the strongest today in this card’s imagery is the wings in the background, spread wide and delicate. In contrast with the claws on the blade and the snake in the foreground, what I see here is that sometimes change hurts.  A lot.

Sometimes it can be treacherous and painful. But in the end? It allows room for transformation to step in and begin to shift our lives into something better and more beautiful.

DECK USED:  MYSTICAL UNIVERSE TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Topics for June 23rd thru 25th

Mysterium Game Cards for DivinationAbout differences…

To Row – There are threads that connect us all, and allow us to see beyond our differences if we’re willing to look. If you focus on the differences instead of looking beyond them, the world can feel desolate and cold.

About similarities…

Center Row – Don’t be fooled into thinking that similarities are all that is involved in making a relationship work. There is so much more to a relationship to what we have in common with the other person. If you focus too hard on what you have in common, you can in turn miss the problems right in front of you.

About dreams…

Bottom Row – Don’t let broken dreams stagnant you, and turn you into something that you don’t want to become. Instead, move on from them to better things.

DECK USED: MYSTERIUM GAME CARDS

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 24th

Mystical Universe TarotI give myself permission to…

The Sun Rx atop Justice – …fail at things now and then. Failure is a learning process that allows us to experiment, and learn through trial and error. When you fail, you essentially learn what not to do through the consequences of that failure.

Because…

Four of Wands and Queen of Swords – … there is no reason that failure has to shake up your foundation. Instead it provides experience that you can use later in life. For each exploration in life, whether a failure or a success, there’s something to be learned.

DECK USED: MYSTICAL UNIVERSE TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I made a bad choice to go on my drive alone today, but when I had car trouble I ended up calling Jer to come meet me and spend the rest of the day with me.

Vroom Vroom

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Decuma Tarot - Knight of SwordsToday’s draw is the Knight of Swords, which is traditionally a representation of a projective and active beta energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s thoughts, intellect, education, ambitions, and communication. This often translates into themes that have to do with pursuing one’s goals related to their education, actively seeking one’s goals, action and decisiveness,and at times can indicate impulsivity.

Today is an order stay, and body play the night of sorts, which in today’s card speaks of the pursuit of my goals and moving forward quickly and decisively to get what needs done, done.

Vroom vroom, man. Get your shit done.

DECK USED:  DECUMA TAROT (trimmed)

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 23rd

Nurture Nature DeckI will sever…

Elephant, Journey, Good Luck – …mindless movement forward along life’s path without a focus on gratitude and optimism.

to make room for…

Desert and Water – …more resilience against encroaching depression.

The turmoil of emotions and mess it makes during a depression can be mitigated to a point, if I lean into positivity, optimism, and gratitude.

DECK USED: NURTURE NATURE DECK

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Philosophical Question for June 22nd: How is “art” distinguished from something that “isn’t art”?

Decuma TarotReading Summary: It is all about what someone is willing to part with their money for (Four of Pentacles), abandon healthy practices in order to obtain (The Devil atop The Lovers). But in the end, this thing it makes them feel like they’ve gained something of value (Six of Pentacles).

Take Away: Art is about value that, although not always monetary in nature, is always personal and subjective.

DECK USED: DECUMA TAROT (trimmed)

Daily Self Kindness

I had L help me in packaging tonight so that I’d get done at a decent time. I mean… if 3am can be considered a decent time anyway.