#DiscordTarotholicsAug2021

Take Your Time

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Today’s meditation was skipped (I think).  I’m not entirely sure if I did it today or not, but I’m going to take it for granted that I probably skipped it since that’s the pattern.

Etruscan Tarot and How to Be a Wildflower DeckToday’s draw is the Judgement card, which is traditionally a representation of looking back on one’s life to reflect on what one has done with it.  This time of reflection is about the span of one’s life instead of any one particular incident.

Here in the imagery of this particular card, we see a man who is not reflecting on his past willingly, but is being forced to confront his past, the history he has created for himself, and what this has perpetuated over time.

The combination of this card with the “Smile, Breathe, and Go Slowly” quote on the affirmation card for today is a reminder that life is not a race, and when you rush you miss out on opportunities you would otherwise see coming. Opportunities to have a positive impact on the world, to enjoy life more, and to look back at the end of your life with  more satisfaction instead of regrets.

DECK USED:  ETRUSCAN TAROT AND LESS ANXIETY AFFIRMATION CARDS

Mr Lionharts’ #TheAugustTarot #SOLTarot Prompt
Questions for August 19th and 20th

BuzzFeed Oracle and Richie Rich TarotHow is my current space serving me in terms of where I want to be?

My current space is providing a more aggressive energy (Shark) for me to work with, to the point of setting aside grace for results (Giraffe).

(The Eight of Wands is an accelerant in this reading, feeding into that aggressive energy.)

This is about the upcoming holiday rush that is just around the corner and how what I do now influences how I will approach that season.

Essentially, I’m not getting prep work done and it’s going to cause a need for speed and aggression in order to keep up.

What can I do, shift, or alter to be in the best space for my goals?

Begin shifting your focus (Eclipse) off of the stuff that makes you feel good (The Devil), and onto what will be needed to make the holiday season go more smoothly (Lake).

This isn’t meant to be a fast switch, but it’s time to start the process of looking at what needs to be prepared. Sort of a prep for the upcoming prep period.

DECK USED: BUZZFEED ORACLE CARDS AND RICHIE RICH TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2021 Challenge Prompt
Questions for August 19th and 20th

Journey to the Heart Oracle and Etruscan TarotUse Care – Pure Delight and Knight of Pentacles – Take care not to count your chickens before their hatched. There are too many ruts in the road to know how things will turn out yet.

Be Carefree – Pure Voice and The Fool – Be open and carefree in expressing yourself and going after these things you wish to enjoy. Instead of looking forward, focus on enjoying the present whenever the opportunity to do so is offered.

What joy in my life needs more recognition?
Bravery and Knave of Chalices

You need to recognize how very open and courageous you are being in exploring and learning about your emotions. Walking a new path with them can be scary, but you need to look beyond the fear and acknowledge the boons this journey and growth are offering.

DECK USED: JOURNEY TO THE HEART ORACLE AND ETRUSCAN TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I have no idea what my self kindness was for today since I’m playing catch-up and I forgot to write it down.

Be Ready To Seize the Day

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Today’s meditation was probably skipped, but I can’t remember.  I’m playing catch-up.

Dear Heart Tarot and How to Be a Wildflower DeckToday’s draw is the King of Swords, which is traditionally a representation of a projective alpha energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s intellect, education, communication, and instinct.  Part of this also includes imagination, although that can also touch upon the Cups suit as well.

The message that you see in the combination of the authority seen in the King of Swords and the affirmation card today is that if you can dream it, think it, strategize it… you can do it.

Sometimes you have to “own” what you want in attitude and how you present yourself, in your mind and your dreams.  Then when the opportunity to truly seize those things, you are prepared to reach out and grab them with both hands.

DECK USED:  DEAR HEART TAROT AND LESS ANXIETY AFFIRMATION CARDS

The #MysticStarChallenge at the Sacred Grounds Tarot Club
Questions for August 18th

Tarot de el Dios de los TresWhat message does Temperance have for me?

Six of Cups – Be kind to yourself and allow your intuition to guide you into leaning into positive memories instead of the negative ones.

What obstacles does Temperance want to warn me about?

Five of Cups – You are struggling with keeping your emotions uplifted and seeing the positive. Don’t ignore this. It’s important.

What guidance does Temperance have for me to overcome this obstacle?

Three of Pentacles atop Two of Pentacles – Allow your friends to help you in making good decisions instead of doing it on your own. Your perception is flawed at the moment, and they are happy to help.

DECK USED: TAROT DE EL DIOS DE LOS TRES

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2021 Challenge Prompt
Philosophical Question: Does luck (good or bad) actually exist?

Dear Heart TarotLuck is our earthly perception of the swing between cause and effect. The universe seeks balance between these two things. We do not always perceive all the positive and negative that constantly seeking balance things out creates, and thus what we notice, we arbitrarily label as “luck” when it’s not anything so random.

If we slow down (Knight of Pentacles) and really take the time to see things from a fresh perspective (Ace of Swords), we can witness this effort of the universe creating this swing back and forth in that constant effort to find balance in the ever shifting sands of life (The World).

DECK USED: DEAR HEART TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

Like the meditation at the beginning of this post, I’m playing catch up and I just don’t remember what I did today for a self kindness.

Seek the Light

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Today’s meditation was skipped because I pulled an all-nighter last night, and I knew that if I laid down to meditate I was going to fall asleep and sleep for hours. I had a lot to get done today, and couldn’t afford that sleep.  So I skipped instead.

Journey of the Sacred Bee Tarot and How to be a Wildflower DeckToday’s draw is the Sun card, which is traditionally a representation of happiness, success, joy, and the celebration of life.

Hints of little tugs on the depression side of things have been whispering quietly in the background lately.  Emotional upset has made them louder, and my anxiety is not helping.

The advice here between the affirmation card “Seek the Light” and the Sun card is that I need to take more time to pay attention to the stuff that makes me happy.  Seek out those things that lift my spirit and provide hope and happiness in my life, and spend some time enjoying them… and celebrating them.

DECK USED:  JOURNEY OF THE SACRED BEE TAROT AND LESS ANXIETY AFFIRMATION CARDS

CoffeexTarot’s Who’s Your Spirit Guides? Prompt
Questions for August 17th thru 19th

Really F*ing Obvious Divination Cards and the Sacred Bridges TarotHow do I strengthen our connection?
Proceed with Caution atop Spirit Needs a Lift, Five of Waters Rx atop Kali

“Don’t do it. I will latch on and suck you dry.”

This guide wants to connect on their own terms, and only when they are needed.  They are not around all the time, and have no desire to be.

What hopes do you have for me?
ssSatisfaction atop Too Small, Ten of Waters

“My hope is that you will start paying closer attention to the needs of your body and listening more closely to what it’s telling you instead of disregarding it’s complaints.”

This is something I do a lot due to the chronic pain I deal with, but sometimes it can be a problem if it means I’m not actually following up on problems, or neglecting my body and paying for the repercussions of that.

What potential do you see in me?
Seek Medical Advice and Ten of Staves

“I see the potential for big growth and a great deal of satisfaction and pleasure.”

There is lots of brightness in these cards. Positive outcomes and happiness. This guide sees me as capable of all these things and that I deserve them.

DECK USED: REALLY F*ING OBVIOUS DIVINATION CARDS AND THE SACRED BRIDGES TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2021 Challenge Prompt
Question:  What kindness do I need to gift myself with?

Journey of the Sacred Bee TarotReading Summary:  Be patient with yourself (Seven of Disks) as you step into the depression that is coming (Three of Swords). Lean into patience rather than moderation (Alchemy Rx), and work at staying conscious of yourself and your thoughts during this time (Princess of Swords).

Take Away: Its coming.  You know it’s coming.  It’s okay to let it come, just make sure that you stay aware of what’s happening and don’t let yourself sink into it.  Your inner dialogue is a fierce son of a bitch, and he won’t help you right now.  Lean away from that voice and into the patience that’s recommended here.

DECK USED: JOURNEY OF THE SACRED BEE TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I did end up napping today, regardless of skipping the meditation in order to avoid that happening. Apparently I needed at least a little bit of a recharge.

Finding Your Spark

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Today’s meditation was skipped.  I can’t remember why. I’m playing catch up at the moment and I didn’t take notes for the day.

Alchemia Tarot and How to Be a Wildflower DeckToday’s draw is the Page of Wands, which is a traditional representation of a receptive omega energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s enthusiasm, drive, willpower, and determination. This often translates into themes that have to do with budding enthusiasm, exploration of new inspiration, and potential that is fed by the inner fire that feeds our determination and enthusiasm.

Combined with the affirmation card for today, the message here is about finding those things that light your fire.  The things in life that create a sense of enthusiasm and spark within you a sense of energized inspiration.  We all have those things, although sometimes it can be harder to find them than others.    These are the things that create light and brightness in our lives, and make life a joy.

The Page speaks of beginnings, and thus the message is to keep searching for new things that can create this feeling for you, and brighten your life as a result.

DECK USED:  ALCHEMIA TAROT AND LESS ANXIETY AFFIRMATION CARDS

Mr Lionharts’ #TheAugustTarot #SOLTarot Prompt
Questions for August 16th thru 18h

Gratitude Oracle and Crystal Bone TarotA talent or skill I am guided to share?
Perspective and Page of Cups

My journey of emotional growth, and my perspectives along the way. How I look at things is unique, and although I sometimes feel as if sharing my journey lands on deaf ears, the truth is that there are other people that need to hear how I navigate this journey and the different perspectives that I discover and develop along the way.

A talent or skill I am guided to hone {more}?
Self Care atop Open Minded, The Star

Seeing self-care as an essential, instead of as an indulgence and treating it as such. Although I often go through the actions of self-care even when I’m not feeling up to it, my mind is often closed to the idea that it is something that is needed for my well-being and to keep me float on a more positive vein and away from the depression pit, rather than something that I just do because I’m supposed to.

What can I do to grow from my current manifestations?
Intermingle atop Acceptance, Eight of Bones

Spend more time with others while they are doing their own thing and encourage them in their endeavors. The summer has been a lot about connecting with those around you rather than sinking deeper into yourself, and in order to really bring this theme home you need to continue to spend time with them and allow them to broaden your horizons. Don’t retreat.

What tools or awareness can empower my current focus?
Seek atop Effort, Five of Crystals

Patience. Sometimes the things you seek take effort and time to accomplish. Don’t allow yourself to become discouraged and your perspective to change to one scarcity and loss instead of determination and forward thinking.  Don’t give up just because it’s difficult or it’s taking a long time to get there.

DECK USED: GRATITUDE ORACLE AND CRYSTAL BONE TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2021 Challenge Prompt
Question for August 16th

Flower Evolution Card Deck and Alchemia TarotUse Your Logic With This – Pomegranate Flower and Five of Wands – at this time you’re having a lot of anxiety, and emotions that was stirred up and set out of balance or your experience with PayPal. Sinking into those emotions and letting them ride you just because you want to fight for what you feel is right and feel as if they have overstepped it’s not going to resolve these issues. You need to use logic and look at things logically, remember that you weren’t really using them for anything important anymore anyway, and this is in no way a threat to your business regardless of what your feelings are telling you.

Use Your Intuition With This – Lilac and Knight of Cups – Getting what you want out of life, isn’t always about logic and strategy, but about flexibility and intuition.Knowing what you want is half the battle, but going after it is another thing entirely. Sometimes I think she really wants take more than drive and determination as you rigidly go along a preset path. Instead you need to be adaptable, and use your intuition to know when it’s time to shift your weight or adjust course in order to get to where you want to go.

DECKS USED: FLOWER EVOLUTION CARD DECK AND ALCHEMIA TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

Today was an orders day and I’m pulling an all nighter in order to get everything done.  I’ve been making sure to eat every two hours, in order to ensure I don’t have a blood sugar crash.

Let Your Inner Voice Lead

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Today’s meditation was skipped because I ended up falling asleep.

Etruscan Tarot and How to Be a Wildflower DeckToday’s draw is the Six of Cups, which is traditionally a representation of the boon of having an abundance of choices.  The problem is, this situation can often be seen as abundance, but it can also be seen as overwhelming.

In today’s card we see the image of a woman whose boon has turned to bane in such a way. So many bowls, so many choices, and yet she appears completely overwhelmed.

The encouragement in these cards today is about seeking what feels right.  When you touch upon your inner voice and let your intuition guide you, the overwhelm falls away as those things that are truly meant to be will shine brighter.

It is in finding those things that harmonize with you, with your desires and wishes, dreams and hopes, and allowing your inner voice to help guide you to them, where you then find those things that help you glow more brightly, allow you to enjoy the world around you, and give the opportunity to truly connect and enjoy your journey.

When you feel overwhelmed by the choices before you, seek the answer within. Allow your inner voice and intuition to shine.  You won’t be sorry.

DECK USED:  ETRUSCAN TAROT AND HOW TO BE A WILDFLOWER DECK

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2021 Challenge Prompt
Topic:  Do Spread #3

There is Always Light Oracle and The ASL TarotSeeds Sown – What seeds for my emotional growth planted in the spring have flourished and grown strong?
Wisdom atop Mother, Six of Cups

My efforts to reconnect with my inner wisdom and intuition, as well as with my spirit guides and their guidance to help in making choices when am I feeling overwhelmed.

It’s through my connection with these things that I am able to sort through the choices before me, and find the right path, and the right choices, for me.  That inner wisdom and guidance are a guiding light that shines brightly like a beacon, leading me ever forward.

The Chaff – What seeds have not flourished and I need to let go of to encourage healthy growth in other areas?
Unveil and Ace of Chalices

Exploring my emotions and helping me to acclimatize with the newness of it all so that they are no longer quite so overwhelming. I just didn’t manage to explore this very much this Summer, as I was deep in the middle of what is mentioned previously as well as trying to find and keep my equilibrium, and adjusting to taking time off and not beating myself up about it.

The Harvest – How can I best prepare now to reap the benefits of a positive and healthy harvest in the Fall?
Phoenix and Ten of Chalices

Let go to the bad stuff and focus on the abundance of good stuff that you have going on and it will lift you up. A phoenix cannot rise from the ashes without leaving the ashes behind.

DECK USED: THERE IS ALWAYS LIGHT ORACLE AND THE ASL TAROT

The #MysticStarChallenge at the Sacred Grounds Tarot Club
Questions for August 15

Etruscan TarotWhat message does Justice have for me?

Lord of Pentacles – Be wise and will grounded, and when that pendulum of cause and effect swings back in your direction, won’t hit you in the face quite as hard as it might otherwise.

What obstacles does Justice want to warn me about?

Four of Wands – Get your home insurance in order. Now that you have the paperwork you need, it’s time to go in and make sure it gets done.  You’ve been putting it off, and the fact it’s not done is causing anxiety.  Stabilize yourself by doing what needs done to secure and protect your home.

What guidance does Justice have for me to overcome this obstacle?

Two of Pentacles – Work it into your day-to-day juggling of tasks and responsibilities. Do it on the way home from something else as a stop along the way. Put the papers in the car so that you have them handy when the opportunity arises.

DECK USED: ETRUSCAN TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

Alexandros and Yurei time with Gideon while I worked on orders.  I don’t know what it is about that character, but Alex really has the “soothe and stabilize” thing down pat for me, no matter which character I’m playing off of him.

The Fertilizer

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Today’s meditation was twelve minutes long and was the second installment of the Foundations II series on the Balance app. The meditation in this installment was about posture, and how your posture can enhance your meditation practice as well as influence you energy level and alertness both in meditation as well as throughout the day.

The Tarot of Loka and How to Be a Wildflower DeckToday’s draw is the Tower card, which is traditionally a representation of sudden unexpected change that often carries with it calamity and chaos. It is often the tearing down of something in order to make room for something else.

I personally had my own Tower card moment, recently. And I can honestly say that “Foraging for Beauty” in the moment? Was not easy.  IS not easy. Especially during the moment and when recovering from impact.

The thing is that sometimes when shit falls apart on you, it can be hard to see the good that can come from it. The message in today’s cards is to remember… all flowers bloom bigger and brighter with a bit of shit mixed into the soil.

DECK USED:  THE TAROT OF LOKA AND HOW TO BE A WILDFLOWER DECK

CoffeexTarot’s Who’s Your Spirit Guides? Prompt
Questions for August 14th and 15th

Personal Power Oracle 2nd Edition and Crystal Bones TarotWhat negative forces are you protecting me from?
I Am Determined atop I Am Forgiving, Five of Crystals

“I am protecting you from those people that you are too forgiving of, that are determined to do you harm by tapping into your energy and tearing you down.”

In earlier readings it was made clear that they are here to build me up and guide me into strength. It makes perfect sense that this would be what they are here to protect me from.

What beliefs do you want me to accept?
I Am Curious, Five of Bones atop Justice

All strife and butting of heads works itself out in the end. It’s okay to stand back out of the way and watch with avid curiosity, rather than stepping in all the time to get involved in order to help them find compromise and resolution.

DECK USED: PERSONAL POWER ORACLE 2ND EDITION AND CRYSTAL BONE TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2021 Challenge Prompt
Topic: Draw or write something free form inspired by the card(s).

The Tarot of LokaThere was once an old man that thought he was better than everyone else. A lifetime of people caving to his cruel tongue had turned him from a soured soul into someone rotten through to his very core. (Evil atop Ten of Air)

He had many people under him to do his bidding, and treated these people like tools for his use, instead of human beings. (The Magician)

Then one day a woman of pure heart caught his eye and he was overwhelmed with a need to claim her as his own. She was kind and gentle, supporting and sweet. These were qualities he could not resist, and he did everything he could to garner her favor and attention. (Queen of Water and Ten of Fire)

Unfortunately, a lifetime of cruelty and disregard for anything but his own whims and desires placed her out of his reach, and he was unable to claim what he now realized should have been his destiny.  A destiny that he’d selfishly squandered. (Judgement)

DECK USED: THE TAROT OF LOKA

Daily Self Kindness

I took a nap.  I mean I know it’s not much but I do feel better for having taken it.