tarot for self care

Caring Is Sharing

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Arcanya TarotToday’s draw is the Nine of Rain (Cups), which is traditionally a representation of

I had to take a look at the guidebook for this deck to understand where they were going with the imagery in this card (which is typically the kind of imagery you’d find on the Lovers card or the Two of Cups). It turns out that it depicts moving on from personal, solitary contentment to sharing one’s emotions with others. (Like the transition from the Nine of Pentacles to the Ten depicts personal success transitioning to sharing the wealth.)

Today’s card is a reminder that emotions are meant to be shared.  Whether they’re the good kind or the bad ones, they’re meant to be shared. If you’re feeling troubled like the emotions on the figures faces suggest?  Share this with others.  If you’re feeling ebullient comforted or content?  Share those with others too.  Emotions are better when they’re not kept closed in and “close to the vest”, but instead shared with those around you.

DECK USED:  ARCANYA TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJan2022 Challenge Prompt
Philosophical Question: Would life lose meaning if we could live forever?

Arcanya TarotReading Summary: Discouragement (Four of Rain) would be sure to happen if you spent too much time on rest and reflection (Four of Wind). Instead, you would need to find a balance between stability and adventure (Two of Stones).

Take Away: So… no.  Not if you make sure not to let yourself get bored.  I have a feeling that finding that balance between the need for rest and a healthy dose of adventure would be very difficult, though.

That said? These cards indicate that it’s possible to not allow life to lose meaning.  It’s all in how you go about the living of it.

DECK USED: ARCANYA TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

Snuggle time with Gideon.  My soul was just starting to feel a tiny bit tight with the whispers of a possible subdrop to come, but some Gideon time is easing it up and making it feel better.

Keep Looking Up

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Little Wisdoms TarotToday’s draw is the Star card, which is traditionally a representation of hope, spirituality, peace, rejuvenation, and connection with one’s spirituality to the world around them and their inner selves.

I don’t usually include guidebook quotes in my daily cards, but this is a brand new deck and I was curious about the moth on the card.  What I found was a beautiful explanation of the imagery that I wanted to share. “Rosy Maple Moths are known as a symbol of hope. Their bright colours renew a sense of peace and joy as well. The ametrine point in the back represents spiritual clarity while white peace lilies are symbolistic of renewal and rejuvenation.”

Today’s card is a reminder to keep things fresh and stay optimistic.  I’ve been struggling a bit with negativity lately, and where negativity starts to slide in and whisper in my ear, the slippery slope of an MDE starts sneaking up to try and pull me in. I would very much like to try and avoid an episode this year.  The Star card and its rosy maple moth are a reminder to keep working at that optimism. Keep pushing for it and seeking a positive outlook. Keep trying.  Don’t stop.

DECK USED:  LITTLE WISDOMS TAROT

Mr Lionharts’ #TheJanuaryTarot Wheel of 22 Challenge Prompt
Questions for January 24th and 25th

Little Wisdoms TarotHow can I best embrace my best unique, authentic self?

The Lovers and Eight of Wands Rx – Slow down enough to make better choices. You’re used to moving at full speed ahead and making decisions on the fly, but it’s important sometimes to take a slower approach and give yourself some time to think and weigh your options in order to truly find your best and healthiest option.

By embracing and being myself fully and truly, I allow myself to…

Seven of Cups and Strength – Make the choices that are right for you without becoming overwhelmed in the effort.  When you don’t know yourself, it’s harder to make the best choices you can.  Allowing yourself to fully accept and embrace your true self gives you the unique perspective of being able to better identify the best choices possible that are laid out before you.

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Daily Self Kindness

Lots of Gideon time today, which I needed desperately.

Aquarius Season Lenormand Reading

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Aquarius Season Lenormand Reading - Mythical Folklore Lenormand

What needs innovating.

Snake and Crossroads – Escapism is not the answer to anything. When you fall into times of excess sleep, screwing around with games on your phone, and spacing out for no reason… what are you trying to run away from?  What are you hiding from?  It’s time to take a look at these habits and look at finding not only what’s spurring them on, but ways to turn those tendencies around so that they do not become unhealthy habits (as they have done in the past).

Where to be self-reliant.

Stars and Bouquet – You make beautiful and inspired jewelry. You take breathtaking, eye catching photos. You create beauty out of nothing and share it with the world in so many ways. Be confident in your creativity, in your skills, and in the belief that they are not just worthy of admiration but that others will truly love what you create and share with the world.

Where to think outside the box.

Tree and Clover – You need to look at the things you are doing to sustain and improve your health, and begin looking at them in a different way. This isn’t about changing what you’re doing, but it’s about not seeing them as chores or inconveniences. It’s about turning a more positive outlook to these things so that they become joys instead of something to slog your way through.

Where I could use some positive reinforcement.

Letter, Mountains, Stork – Change is not easy and when you are set on making changes and end up with news news landing in your lap that lead to roadblocks? It can be extremely hard to see past those moments to stay motivate for that change that you’re striving for.   Remember that setbacks doesn’t mean a dead end.

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Wallow a Moment in Gratitude

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Arcane Creatures Oracle of Ancient BeastsToday’s draw is the lucky pig king Arkan Sonney, representing good fortune.

The message here is in the delicate swirls and warm colors, and in the sweet smile on that little king’s mouth.

This card is a reminder as you work to appreciate the fact that you choose what you do for a living.  You enjoy what you do for a living.  You create… manifesting ideas into reality, pulling beauty out of the ether and into the world for others to cherish and enjoy.

You have the good fortune to be able to do what you love… to share your passions with others… and to use that manifestation magic within  you to uplift those around you and improve their lives.  Remember to look at and recognize just how very lucky you truly are.

DECK USED:  ARCANE CREATURES ORACLE OF ANCIENT BEASTS

#DiscordTarotholicsJan2022 Challenge Prompt
Questions for January 24th & 25th

Arcane Creatures Oracle of Ancient BeastsWhat does your inner child crave that you’ve been ignoring?

The Swamp Oracle and Ancient Storm Coatl – You always push yourself to do everything on your own, when instead it would be better to seek out advice and get help.

Seeking advice and help in order to resolve a problem or complete a project does not make you weak. Instead, it gives you strength that can be carried forward into the future.

What concession can you make to provide for this inner child’s craving?

Ancient Reef Dragon and Elder Batcat – Realize that your life is not solitary. Even as unsocial as you are, your life is a community of connections and combined strengths. Be aware of those times when you need those strengths that you don’t personally possess, but your community does. This way, instead of putting unrealistic expectations on yourself, you can accomplish what needs done better, easier, and quicker by employing their strengths to your cause.

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Daily Self Kindness

I woke up L to come help me package so that I could go to bed before 4am.

Celebrating Connections

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Today’s meditation was ten minutes long, and was another moment of quiet time with breathing exercises and piriformis stretches.

Animals Divine TarotToday’s draw is the Two of Cups, which is traditionally a representation of union and connection with others on an emotional level. This is often a card that indicates the budding of a new relationship with another, although not always romantic in nature, where both parties connect through emotion or creative pursuits that align.

I’m a big fan of otters.  I love their energy and their flexibility, their speed and the way that they move seems like a celebration rooted in joy. Here we see two river otters that swim and circle around each other, like a watery dance of fluid movements and twining bodies.

The imagery in this card speaks to me of celebration and connection… and celebration of connections.  it’s a reminder that we can’t get on with everyone, and we need to appreciate and, in fact, celebrate those that we find in life that  we connect well with and love.

DECK USED: ANIMALS DIVINE TAROT

Mr Lionharts’ #TheJanuaryTarot Wheel of 22 Challenge Prompt
Questions for January 21st thru 23rd

Animals Divine TarotWhat are my current strengths? (Draw three cards.)

Ace of Swords – You are always full of new and innovative ideas.

Three of Wands atop Five of Cups – Making the choice to lean into optimism (which is not necessarily a natural/comfortable fit for you) as you move forward, instead of falling back on pessimistic tendencies.

The Lovers – Using good judgement, even when it sometimes means consulting with Gideon or taking a moment to consider what Gid would say/think, and allowing his love to guide you in matters where you waver or feel uncertain (which is especially prevalent when confronted with self destructive tendencies).

How should I use my strengths to manifest my best 2022? (In relation to the strength above.)

Ace of Pentacles – A new perspective on comfort and stability is needed this year, and your ability to come up with new and innovated ways of seeing things is definitely something that can help you in this area.

Queen of Wands atop Five of Swords – This ability and willingness to choose optimism over pessimism will allow you to stay motivated, even during times when you come up against tests and trials along your path.

Eight of Pentacles – If the answer is to let something go or walk away from something, try to listen instead of balking. You are doing a lot of restructuring this year, and there are some things you have to let go of to make room for what you want to accomplish.

How can my strengths add value to the lives of others? (In relation to the strength above.)

King of Wands – When you share these new ideas with others, you then inspire them others to follow your lead. This means that over time you end up with an entire army of supporters there to march in your footsteps and support your inspirations.

The Star – It inspires hope and positivity in others. You might think at times that the “lean into optimism” thing is feeling a bit over the top, but it’s not as extreme as you think it is… and it inspires others that witness you making the effort and understand you are making a conscious choice to change how you see and deal with things.

King of Cups – It makes Gideon feel good to know he is a part of tour life in so many ways. His influence is good for you, and yours is good for him as well.

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Daily Self Kindness

I took it easy today.  I really didn’t want to, but… I thought today was a good day for it so… that’s what I did.  The only “work” type of stuff I did today was filling up a cart full of stuff I’d been trying to sell on eBay to be taken somewhere to be donated.  I also emailed a local senior center and an abused women shelter’s business contact to see if either of them would like some of the donations before I take the rest to the Salvation Army.

❤️ 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?

Animals Divine Tarot, Tailors Storytelling Game Cards, Mythical Folklore Lenormand

Earth – Queen of Pentacles and Discover the Treasure – This week is a time to look for the boon.  You’ve done well with getting finances in order and you’re strategizing your way to a more organized home.  But there’s more to be found and more to be had.  Take time to explore and discover what these boons you’ve not yet found might be, and use your practical nature to put them to use for your benefit.

Air – Three of Cups, Soldier atop Find True Home – Make sure you are reflecting on what makes home… home.  Reflect on the truth in the fact that it’s about those you surround yourself in. Home is not a place… it’s a feeling.  It’s a feeling that you only get in the company of certain people.  Now is a good time to connect with who those people are and appreciate that comfort and camaraderie that they provide.

Water – Eight of Cups and Choose the Path – If it’s not working?  Let it go. Just do it.  It’s okay to decide that what once held sentimental meaning has faded over time and that something is now just a dust collector instead of something of emotional value.   As you go through the things you are donating over the week ahead, keep this in mind.

Fire – Six of Swords atop The Tower, Tyrant – Again we see an encouragement to choose a direction and move away from what isn’t working, although in this case it is very clear what isn’t working is people treating you like shit.  Don’t let anyone tear your confidence or compass down.  It’s not okay.  You can turn and walk away from that shit at any time, so do it sooner rather than later.  No reason to stick around and listen.

Waning – Letter and Whip – These cards echo upon the Fire position above, and they are about walking away from crappy news that turns into self flagellation. Do not allow how others deliver their opinions to drag you down and make you harder on yourself.

Waxing – Ship and Mountains – Delays and more delays.  You’re going to struggle with the path forward to getting to where you want to go this week.  Instead of allowing the hurdles and delays to feel like obstacles, use them to direct your attention to other things that you can do in the meanwhile.

Take Away – Purging the bad and letting go, combined with seeking out the comfort and familiarity of those that you love and are familiar with are the theme of this week.  Whether it’s things that aren’t doing it for you anymore or people’s words that could be hurtful, leave them behind instead of letting them stick around and be in the way.  Instead, turn your focus towards family and friends, support and comfort.

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