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❤️ Self Care Saturday (On a Sunday)

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These Saturday readings are (not usually) bearing in on any one thing or event in my life, as the question used is asking for a more general outlook. This is a self care exercise, and is not meant as a predictive reading… although that, too, happens on occasion.

The question is… What do I need to focus for self-care through the week ahead?

Self Care Saturday Tarot Reading with the Neutral Vibes Tarot, John Bauer Tarot (Trimmed Naked), and Whisper Lenormand

Earth – Ace of Cups and The Sentinel – Stand strong against unhealthy spending that is spurred on by your emotions. There’s a time and a place for this type of thing, and this week is not the time to indulge in such behavior.

Air – Four of Cups and Inspiring Visitation – Make sure you are taking care to not let yourself wallow in complacency this week. Be inspired instead and discover just how much it lifts you up to get a few things done.

Water – Justice and Elixir Thief – Actions have consequences, and what you do has an effect on you. But, make sure that as you work at moving out of the feelings of dawdling complacency and into action that you don’t go overboard.

Fire – The High Priestess and Visitor’s Warning – Listen to your gut, even if what it says sounds unreasonable or illogical. There are entities whispering in your ear that know far more about what’s coming and what to do about it than you do.

Waning – Mountain and Woman – Stop allowing emotions to isolate you from others. You don’t have to hold yourself so far apart, and doing so is not helping your moods.  You may not -feel- like hanging out, but doing so has a positive influence on your moods and emotions, so do it anyway.

Waxing – Child and Lily – If you want to continue to unwind and slow down a bit as you get older, you have to do the work now to get you to that place of security in the future. This week will be a good time to use your youthful energy to create the stability you need later in life.

Take Away – It’s time to wage war against the dawdling and complacency that has spun you out into a holding pattern of procrastination. Get moving, but don’t overdo it.  Lean into time with others, and make sure you are listening to your intuition instead of ignoring its whispers.

DECKS USED: NEUTRAL VIBES TAROT, JOHN BAUER TAROT (trimmed naked), 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

❤️ Self Care Saturday (On a Sunday)

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These Saturday readings are (not usually) bearing in on any one thing or event in my life, as the question used is asking for a more general outlook. This is a self care exercise, and is not meant as a predictive reading… although that, too, happens on occasion.

The question is… What do I need to focus for self-care through the week ahead?

Little Odd Tarot and The Crystal Forests Oracle

Earth – The Magician Rx atop Page of Cups – Don’t worry so much this week about what you can do, but focus instead on what you want to explore. Success and goal achievement are not everything.

Air – The Emperor – Seize control of your inner narratives and keep them in line like minions under your leadership. You do not have to be a victim to their influence.

Water – Page of Pentacles – It’s okay for things to feel new and different. It’s okay to have to relearn old lessons. Take your time to really explore those lessons you’ve needed to return to.

Fire – The Moon – Don’t let uncertainties and shifting shadows trip you up, or cause you to freeze and stagnate this week.

Waning – Chrysocolla (Diplomacy) – It’s okay sometimes to say that it’s “my way or the highway”. Just make sure (as was pointed out to you in a reading yesterday) that you allow people to see your perspective and your reasoning behind this when you take a hard line on something.

Waxing – Amethyst (Wisdom) – By the same turn, make sure you are listening to others before drawing that line in the sand. When you take in others opinions and perspectives, it helps you make better choices.

Take Away – Spend less time focusing on the finish line, and more time paying attention to the little fun things you can dive into along the way. Have fun, repeat lessons, and stay strong in the face of that negative inner narrative.  Make sure when interacting with others that you’re communicating clearly and listening closely.

DECKS USED:  LITTLE ODD TAROT, THE CRYSTAL FORESTS ORACLE

❤️ Self Care Saturday (On a Sunday)

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These Saturday readings are (not usually) bearing in on any one thing or event in my life, as the question used is asking for a more general outlook. This is a self care exercise, and is not meant as a predictive reading… although that, too, happens on occasion.

The question is… What do I need to focus for self-care through the week ahead?

Self Care Saturday Tarot Reading with the Dungeons & Dragons Tarot, Tree Whisper Oracle, and 1889 Lenormand

Earth – The Hierophant and The Secret Garden – Any opportunity to explore and learn more should be taken this week when it comes to your resources and finances and the stability you crave.

Air – Knight of Coins atop King of Coins and Action – Be proactive and assertive in your communication with those that require a heavy hand this week. Take action instead of sitting back and letting them trod over you.

Water – Queen of Swords and Focus – The potential for getting your feelings hurt this week is quite high. Make sure that you stay focused when these upsets happen rather than letting them pull you off track.

Fire – The World and Cry – Remember that one’s journey can be filled with success and woe. They are not mutually exclusive, and sometimes the disappointments give birth to more rewarding progress.

Waning – Star and Rider – Optimism and faith in strangers are not going to be easy to keep in your life this week.  The fact that these cards are in the waning position is indicating that it’s okay to be a bit distrustful and cautious this week when it comes to those you don’t know all that well.

Waxing – Bird and Cloud – Misunderstandings are ripe for the picking this week and you’re going to have to take some caution when communicating with others in order to make sure things don’t get out of hand.  Be clear and concise, so there’s no room for misunderstandings to take root.

Take Away – The themes of this week have a lot to do with being watchful and decisive, and making sure that I stay focused even when distractions of the negative and emotional sort try to pull me away.

DECKS USED: DUNGEONS & DRAGONS TAROT, TREE WHISPER ORACLE v2, 1889 LENORMAND

❤️ Self Care Saturday (On a Sunday)

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These Saturday readings are (not usually) bearing in on any one thing or event in my life, as the question used is asking for a more general outlook. This is a self care exercise, and is not meant as a predictive reading… although that, too, happens on occasion.

The question is… What do I need to focus for self-care through the week ahead?

Self Care Saturday Tarot Reading with the Crystal Tarot, Wisdom of Hafiz Oracle, Hilda Lenormand

Earth – Seven of Coins atop Four of Wands, Use Your Power – You won’t have much of a balcony garden left of you don’t get out there and take care of them. Take some time this week to get the rest of your garden tender to and planted.

Air – Eight of Coins and Take Stock of Your Achievements – Trust in what you know and what you’re good at. Don’t let doubts and negativity sweep in and steal away your well earned confidence away.

Water – Four of Swords and Receive Your Blessing – Get good rest while you can. Use this opportunity to shore up your strength. You are still in recovery and the better you feel physically, the better you’re going to feel emotionally as well.

Fire – Three of Wands and Practice Tenderness – As you plot your course forward and start moving again, keep your expectations low. Take care that you don’t overload yourself with more than you’re ready for this week.

Waning – Coffin and Rider – You’ve been sick, but this is on its way out. You need to make sure you’re focusing on doing the things you need to do to help this illness move on its way quickly.

Waxing – Tree and Stork – With recovery from your illness will come a sense of rebirth.  This renewal of energy and physical health is something you need to focus on encouraging this week.  Get back on track with those things that help you stay healthy.

Take Away – This week’s self care reading is all about guiding me out of my illness and through the recovery process.  It’s about taking things slow so that I don’t overwhelm myself, and keeping my expectations low so that I don’t over-pressure myself.

DECKS USED: CRYSTAL TAROT, WISDOM OF HAFIZ ORACLE, HILDA LENORMAND

❤️ Self Care Saturday (On a Sunday)

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These Saturday readings are (not usually) bearing in on any one thing or event in my life, as the question used is asking for a more general outlook. This is a self care exercise, and is not meant as a predictive reading… although that, too, happens on occasion.

The question is… What do I need to focus for self-care through the week ahead?

The Dreaming Way Tarot, Cat Herbal Deck, and The Dreaming Way Lenormand

Earth – Ten of Cups and Cleavers (Galium aparine) – take some time to really appreciate what you have and where you are this week. Enjoy those around you with a sense of gratitude, seek peace and quiet to help further is anxieties in the areas of your finances, resources, and stability. Much of your anxiety is fueled by your perception, so focus that perception towards the good that you have and foster emotional peace in this area.

Air – Ace of Wands and Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) – Combat your negative inner narrative by taking a look at just how good you are at putting into motion your ideas. Give yourself some credit and allow that to be a balm for the wounds that your inner narrative has created over the past few months.

Water – Knight of Wands and Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) – Turn around and face forward.

Make sure you are looking ahead as you move into the coming week. There’s no point ruminating on the past and rehashing over the mistakes you might’ve made. This only creates negative space for pessimism to grow. Instead, look forward toward feelings of hope and what you hope to achieve. Allow that hope to lift you up emotionally. This is a conscious choice for you to make and is completely within your control.

Fire – Page of Swords and Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) – Don’t be cruel to yourself just because things are slow right now. Use this time to give yourself an opportunity to learn how to do even better to further things along. It’s okay to feel frustrated with the lag in the business, just don’t take it out on yourself.

Waning – Mountain and Tree – You need to start taking better care of your physical health so that health and mobility issues are less of an issue for you. This involves not just making sure you are eating more healthy, but also ensuring you aren’t cutting your PT short but doing the full routine.

Waxing – Lady and Coffin – Pay attention to changes that might be indicating that you’re moving back deeper into the pit of depression.   You have a chance to change the potential backsliding, but it’s going to require self awareness.

Take Away – This week is all about working on clearing the lip of the depression’s pit, and what’s needed to make sure that even should I not clear the lip, no backsliding happens.

DECKS USED: THE DREAMING WAY TAROT, CAT HERBAL DECK, THE DREAMING WAY LENORMAND