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Don’t Overreact

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Fable Hedgehog Tarot - Nine of SwordsToday’s draw is the Nine of Swords, which is traditionally a representation of themes surrounding worry, anxiety, nightmares, and insomnia.

When I pulled this card this morning, I heard the words “Don’t overreact”.  This fits with the theme of the card, and especially with the imagery here in this specific Nine of Swords. All of the swords in the card point inward toward each other instead of the figure in the bed.  There is nothing to fear, and yet the little hedgehog worries anyway.

A lot of times when we anticipate a problem, it gets blown out of proportion.  What might be a little hiccup, when left to stew over it, can become a mountain of obstacles. The message in today’s card is to take things in stride and don’t blow them out of proportion.

DECK USED:  FABLE HEDGEHOG TAROT

The Self Appreciation #STCTarotChallenge for April Prompt
Questions for April 26th

The Joyseeker OracleI will stop negativity here.

The Eagle atop The Horse – Your attitude towards work needs to shift to something more positive. You focus too hard on the things that you aren’t enjoying and don’t wanna do, instead of looking at the bigger picture and allowing yourself to enjoy those parts of your work and your responsibilities that bring you pleasure and joy.

By?

The Koi and The Bat – Focus on how adept you are at adapting, and how you are able to always turn even the worst situation around into a boon for you. In other words… You have been falling into old unhealthy habits. Remember that you have the tools to look on the brighter side, and don’t focus so hard on the negative.

DECK USED: THE JOYSEEKER ORACLE

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Questions for April 26th

Fable Hedgehog TarotWhat lie have I been telling myself?

The Sun atop Five of Pentacles – That success is bred through hardship.  The belief that in order to succeed, you must suffer (sort of like that saying “no pain, no gain”).

How can I start being more honest with myself in this area?

The Hanged Man and The Fool – Open yourself up to new experiences and allow yourself to believe in the goodness in life. Not everything has to be horrible for the results from it to be worthwhile.  If you see life as a joyous adventure, you can help that perspective to spread through your life.

Take Away – Like the previous reading earlier today, this reading again reminds me that I am slipping when it comes to leaning into optimism and positivity, and have instead been allowing my natural habit towards pessimism and negative internal narrative to have the reigns.

DECK USED: FABLE HEDGEHOG TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I’m doing everything I can to try and mitigate my pain today. My pain level is extremely high and I’m struggling with it.

Instilling Joy and Enjoyment

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Today’s meditation was skipped (again).

Pulp Tarot - Page of CupsToday’s draw is the Page of Cups, which is traditionally a representation of a receptive omega energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s emotions, relationships, creativity, and intuition. This often translates into themes that have to do with the resurfacing of old relationships, delving in to explore new creative endeavors, and the growth of one’s emotional intelligence.

The message in today’s card is in the imagery.  It’s a reminder to make sure that I don’t forget to life my head out of the busy rush of today’s work and take a breather. To make an effort to smile and find enjoyment in the day so that the day isn’t entirely lost into the fog of work and the physical pain I’m dealing with right now.  Joy and enjoyment needs to be instilled into every single day… even the busy one.

DECK USED:  PULP TAROT

The Self Appreciation #STCTarotChallenge for April Prompt
Questions for April 25th

April Fool's TarotI will be more aware of…

Judgement and The Star – …my self-talk and making sure that it is hopeful and optimistic, instead of negative and degrading. That negative inner narrative is a hope-eater.

So I can?

Page of Wands, Seven of Swords atop Five of Cups – So that I can better learn to escape negativity by seeing things from a more positive perspective. Only through twisting around to see the good can we escape the influences of the bad in our lives.

DECK USED: THE APRIL FOOL’S TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsApr2022 Challenge Prompt
Questions for April 25th and 26th

Pulp TarotWhat difficult truth do you need to acknowledge?

When you’re not getting the rest and solitude that you need (Four of Cups), it makes it impossible to see beyond yourself (Eight of Swords) and help in effectively guiding others (The Hierophant).

One of the greatest joys in life is your ability to help and guide others, to teach and assist them in finding the path that is right for them. But when you aren’t getting the solitude you need (including meditation and rest), your effectiveness in this area takes a hit.

How can you accept this truth more fully?

Yield (Strength Rx) to the fact that overwhelm and burnout (Ten of Wands) supports nothing, and will get you and others nowhere because it turns you into a bitch (Queen of Swords Rx).

DECK USED: PULP TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I’m giving in and taking some pain meds once I’m at a point where I can slow down today.  I have to get to a point where I can finish up orders first, though.  I’m in a lot of pain today and I don’t want to take anything until I know it won’t hinder me finishing what needs done.  I WILL take something, though.

Seizing Ambition’s Reigns

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Anima Mundi Tarot - Ace of SwordsToday’s draw is the Ace of Swords, which is traditionally a representation of the seed of new beginnings in the area of one’s thoughts, intellect, education, ambitions, or communication.

Here in the symmetry we see the sword surrounded by a crown, which is what stands out to me the strongest in this imagery and speaks to me also of a modicum of control in the areas mentioned above.

I have a crapload of orders to get done before shipping out on Tuesday morning.  Today’s card is all about ambition.  My ambitions to garner new customers and grow my business. My ambitions to succeed.  It is a reminder that if you want to achieve your goals, you have to seize control and steer yourself in the direction of those goals, touch upon your sense of ambition and let it inspire you to charge forward eagerly.

DECK USED:  ANIMA MUNDI TAROT

The Self Appreciation #STCTarotChallenge for April Prompt
Questions for April 23rd and 24th

Flourot OracleI will work to sever…

Nasturtium – … my tendency to try and control my emotions, rationalize my feelings, and my efforts to somehow connect them to logic.

To make room for…

Weeping Willow – …feeling my feelings instead of putting them away and burying them. Even negative feelings have their place and time, and need to be experienced.

I give myself permission to…

Marigold – …be upset and cry, rage against, and otherwise feel my feelings fully instead of burying them.

Because?

Anemone – Holding in and burying my emotions will only create mental health issues, whereas if I let it out and actually experience them, I can then transform those feelings into something better and healthier.

DECK USED: FLEUROT

Mr Lionharts’ #TheAprilTarot Animal Guide Challenge Prompt
Question for…

Anima Mundi TarotThe Suit of Wands- Day 24
What will be my mantra of creation for this astrological year?

Five of Wands Rx (Antelope) atop King of Wands (Coyote) – Confront conflicts with strength and integrity, differences of opinion don’t have to degrade into ugliness if you seize control and create direction for others.

The Suit of Cups- Day 27
What will be my mantra of vibration for this astrological year?

Four of Cups (Hermit Crab) – Seek inner peace. It’s okay to pass on opportunities if you’re doing so for healthy reasons. Focus on the value and comfort you find in your home base.

The Suit of Swords- Day 26
What will be my mantra of determination for this astrological year?

Three of Swords (Robin) – Disappointments in life do not have to take away all your joy and overshadow all aspects of your life. Don’t let times of disappointment and depression take over everything in life.

The Suit of Pentacles – Day 25
What will be my mantra of manifestation for this astrological year?

Four of Pentacles (Raccoon) – Focus on creating a greater sense of wealth and stability through the next twelve months. This supports not just yourself, but everyone around you as well.

DECK USED: ANIMA MUNDI TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I made sure to set a timer and eat on a schedule today so that while I was so busy I wouldn’t forget to eat.

Accepting Unpredictability

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Tranquil Tarot - Wheel of FortuneToday’s draw is the Wheel of Fortune card, which is traditionally a representation of unpredictability, chance, luck (both good and bad), cyclical patterns in life and nature, and at times… destiny.

In this imagery, what I see is all the “wild cards” that life can throw at you from inclement weather to ball-and-chain feelings, winding paths where you can’t see around the next bend, and surprise accidents that suddenly change your perspective.

Life throws curve balls at us every single day.  Sometimes, we adapt without even realizing we’re doing it, rolling with the punches without so much as a blink. Other times, those curve balls trigger a fight response and we balk, and that’s when things become unpleasant.

How amazing would it be if we could roll with -all- the punches. If we never balked and struggled under change.  How smooth life would become if we didn’t look at the unpredictable shifts in life as problems and obstacles, but simply another joyful part of the ride.  Could you imagine? That’s what today’s card is about.

DECK USED:  TRANQUIL TAROT

Mr Lionharts’ #TheAprilTarot Animal Guide Challenge Prompt
Questions for The World – Day 23

Reminder: The Journey – “Work on finding balance between your practical self and your emotions. Don’t allow logic and your harsher inner narratives to dominate the conversation.“

Seeker Tarot (Oracle) and Tranquil TarotHow can I use my lessons of this Journey to benefit those around me?

Expand Your Universe atop Open Your Mind – By allowing yourself to see outside your negative inner narrative, you are able to see others (and the world at large) more clearly, and in turn then invite them in to be a part of your world.

What am I manifesting for myself by staying true to this Journey?

An Unfair Judgement Rx and Weave Your Reality – It’s true that what you focus on is what manifests in your life.

So, if you continue to judge yourself unfairly, it is that negative energy that permeates your life and it weaves a negative reality for you. By the same turn, if you lean to intuition and self kindness, you can weave a positive reality for yourself instead. Like any other addiction or habit, pessimism and negativity must be dealt with through dedication and diligence.

DECK USED: THE SEEKER ORACLE AND TRANQUIL TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsApr2022 Challenge Prompt
Topic for April 24th: Do Spread #2
Question: The project of the deck shelves has been stalled lately. How can I get back on track?

Art of Pixar Postcard Set and Tranquil TarotReading Summary: You get what you give, so focus on your work and creating the outcome you want to happen, and keep in mind how much lighter you will feel once it’s done.

The postcard at the top speaks of overwhelm, and there is a color correlation between Buzz Lightyear’s suit at the bottom of the postcard, and the greens in the Eight of Pentacles. The speaks of looking at the project as if it is a big huge project, which you are finding overwhelming.

There’s blue throughout all four of the cards on the table, speaking of how everything connects together here, an indication of looking at the big picture. You can look at the big picture, or you can choose to connect to one small thing at a time, as is indicated by the pinks and purple hues hinted at throughout the postcard and on Buzz Lightyear’s helmet that are then reflected in the Justice card.

The yellow in the Fool is then even more sparingly flecked throughout the image above in the postcard. This speaks of picking and choosing smaller tidbits of the larger project, rather than looking at it as a whole, and how much easier and lighter it can feel if you approach the project in this manner.

Take Away: You have forgotten that you need to take things in small bites. Seeing in your mind the goal completed can keep you on track, but don’t then look at that project as a whole needing to be done. Take small steps, one at a time, and soon you’ll get there without realizing how far you’ve come. Use that relief of a goal finished as a carrot on a stick to keep you motivated.

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

Daily Self Kindness

I took someone with me when I went to check on the parking garage after getting reports of car alarms going off down there.  Whoever broke in was apparently already gone (or at least we didn’t find anyone and neither did the cops when we called them in) but a handful of cars had been broken into.

You Get What You Give

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Blissful Dolphin TarotToday’s draw is the Justice card, which is traditionally a representation of cause and effect, balance, the justice system, as well as truth and fairness.

You get what you give.

If you’re not willing to put any energy or time into something, then you’re not going to get anything out of it in return.

This is true whether it’s about your meditation practice, about the work you need to do to get the shelves up, or anything else in life.

Taking some time to rest is one thing, but in order to get anything done, you actually have to put some effort into it.  Just remember, you can’t rest or dawdle forever.

DECK USED:  BLISSFUL DOLPHIN TAROT

Mr Lionharts’ #TheAprilTarot Animal Guide Challenge Prompt
Questions for Judgement- Day 22

Gentle Wisdom from the Faerie Realms Oracle and Blissful Dolphin TarotIn what area should I trust and follow my own judgement?

Integrity and Goals – Continue making decisions concerning your goals based on your moral compass and values. These qualities are more important than reaching an end goal quickly or achieving some thing you’ve had your eye on.

What bias am I guided to revisit?

Guardian and Power – There is no need to push for a connection with your spirit guides, as they are already there and eager to work with you. The obstacle you are feeling is not with them, but within yourself, and is something that will resolve itself over time without the need to plow through it in a rush.

DECK USED: GENTLE WISDOM OF THE FAERIE REALMS ORACLE AND BLISSFUL DOLPHIN TAROT

The Self Appreciation #STCTarotChallenge for April Prompt
Questions for April 20th thru 22nd

Blissful Dolphin TarotI will discontinue…

Three of Pentacles Rx – …insisting on doing everything alone. The cards have been reminding me for a while now that that I don’t need to do everything alone. Clearly it’s not sinking in very well, but I am trying.

So I may…

The Tower atop The Star – …take tower more moments in my life with more positivity, grace, and hope due to the contribution of others in my life. Their help has the ability to make everything just a bit better.

I will make more time for…

Knight of Cups – …the creative pursuits that make me happy. I spend far too much time doing the crap that doesn’t make me happy out of obligation or responsibility.

Because?

Ten of Pentacles – Doing so will introduce a greater sense of accomplishment and abundance into my life.

I can now…

Four of Wands – …more greatly appreciate my home. After having been away for the last few days, coming home has given me a greater appreciation for hearth and home as a whole.

And this helps?

Judgement – The increased sense of appreciation helps me in easing up on harsh judgments about what I haven’t gotten done around here lately.

DECK USED: BLISSFUL DOLPHIN TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

Not only did I get a nap today, I also got in some play time with Gideon.

Social Exhaustion

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Fable Hedgehog TarotToday’s draw is a double with the Nine of Wands atop the Three of Cups. Traditionally, the Nine of Wands is about resilience and boundaries, while the Three of Cups deals with themes to do with social revelry and celebrations.

If the Three of Cups had shown up on to, the message would have been that burdens are lessened when you let others help. But, what we see here with the Ten of Wands on top is that it can at times feel like “to much”.

This last few days have been extremely social, and today’s cards are a reassurance that it’s okay to feel wrung out at the moment. It doesn’t make the visit any less than, or you any less than either. It just means that it’s time for some alone time and rest.

DECK USED:  FABLE HEDGEHOG TAROT

Mr Lionharts’ #TheAprilTarot Animal Guide Challenge Prompt
Questions for The Sun – Day 21

The Pulp TarotWhat good has been set in motion since the start of this Journey?

Queen of Pentacles atop Queen of Wands – You have been able to connect more with your motivation and drive, and are now grounded enough to support this drive and see it through. You have the experience to carry yourself forward and support your drive, and the drive to move forward in the ways that matter to you and will help you feel more stable. You are beginning to be able to combine the two and work with them together.

What other good things can contribute to my best Journey?

Ace of Pentacles and Eight of Cups – Using good judgement to know when new opportunities are going to be something worth pursuing, or if you should just walk away. Including being able to identifying when something is too good to be true.

DECK USED: THE PULP TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsApr2022 Challenge Prompt
Questions for April 21st and 23rd

Fable Hedgehog TarotWhat haunts you?

King of Cups Rx – The fear of losing Gideon. His obsessiveness helps in alleviating this fear, but there is always that niggling worry. That thought that you’ll do something wrong or fuck up in some irreparable way, or that something will happen to him.

What keeps you safe?

Four of Wands – Four walls and a roof over your head. The safety and security of hearth and home creates that sense of safety within you, and gives you safety in turn.

What guides you?

Five of Cups – You are often guided by your pessimistic tendencies and negative inner narrative. You already know this is unhealthy, and how to rectify the problem. It’s important to be aware that it’s happening, though, in order to be reminded that countermeasures are necessary.

DECK USED: FABLE HEDGEHOG TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I got some time with Gideon, and it was really nice.  It’s been a long week and I needed some quiet time with him to help relax some of the “starch” in my collar that all that Emperor energy needed in the previous handful of days.