tarot reading

Time To Start Moving

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Cook's Tarot - Three of WandsToday’s draw is the Three of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of movement, progress, proactivity, and expansion. It is the moment that comes after the planning has happened, when it is time to be spurred into action.

The message in today’s card is an effort to spur you forward. It says, “No more stagnancy, movement is needed. Take the steps needed to get your momentum rolling. Motivation will follow.

I’ve been feeling very sluggish and complacent lately in life, and the card today is bringing focus to this issue, and giving encouragement that it’s time to start moving now.

DECK USED:  COOK’S TAROT

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Questions for June 12th thru 14th

Animal Dreaming Oracle and Mystical Universe TarotWhat do I need to start?

Fight (Five of Swords) for the rebirth of your motivation and inspiration (Page of Wands). Be Fierce (Crocodile).

What do I need to stop? 

Stop allowing anxiety to stymie (Nine of Swords) your unique talents (Gray Owl).

You should be protecting (also the Gray Owl) that inner spark, not sitting complacently while it struggles and sputters in the dark.

What do I need to change?

Less dawdling and unproductive tomfoolery (Three of Cups Rx), more intent and purpose (Ace of Wands). The time for stillness is at an end (Moon).

DECK USED: ORACLE OF THE DREAMTIME AND MYSTICAL UNIVERSE TAROT

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 13th and 14th

Cook's TarotI will commit to…

Five of Pentacles – …dealing with my scarcity issues instead of ignoring them.

Because…

Queen of Cups – … it will be a self kindness, and doing so will support my emotional health.

I no longer give my energy to…

Two of Pentacles Rx – …willfully ignoring the need for balance in my life.

By…

Judgement – …aligning myself more conscientiously with what I want to accomplish and who I want to become.

DECK USED: COOK’S TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

In the great building flood of the day, I chose dry land.  I also chose to get my own car out of the mess before going to start knocking on doors and dragging other people out of bed to move their cars as well.

🌕 Full Moon in Sagittarius – June 2022

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Today is the full moon, and like all new moons and full moons, I did a spread aligned to the moon’s current themes as a part of my recognition of the moon’s cycle and influences upon us. Today’s spread is about the medicine within, and brought to you by Ethony‘s Tarot by the Moon series.

Full Moon in Sagittarius Tarot Reading with the Mr Otter Tarot

What impulses need taming?

Nine of Wands – Take a moment to realize when you’re being combative. The reason might be because you’re trying to protect something that is important to you, but make sure you’re not going too far.

Where can I best direct my energy?

King of Cups – Don’t allow your emotions to run away with you. Stability is needed, even when it’s matters of intuition and the heart. Remember that sometimes you may need to tap into others that are more adept with their emotions (such as Gideon) to help you find that balance and stability.

How can I best redirect my aggression?

The Fool – Have some fun with it and lighten the mood. Everything doesn’t have to be serious all the time, and lightening the mood when you’re feeling aggressive can help turn that energy into something fun and enjoyable instead. It’s okay to be silly sometimes.

How can I add a little spice to my life?

Seven of Cups – You actually have to make the choice to loosen up. Adding a little spice to your life isn’t something that just happens, but is a goal to strive for just like any other. Be sure to exam if that’s really what you want before you take the leap, though.

What personal spiritual belief needs re-examining?

Ace of Wands – Not everything needs to be chased after in order to be accomplished. And not every new idea or inspiration needs exploration. It’s okay to let one go every once in a while.

Full Moon advice from the Minoan Goddess Amalthea.

Six of Cups – Cherish those important souls in your life and the history you share.

DECK USED: MR OTTER TAROT

Use Your Hands

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Wandering Traveler Tarot - Ace of PentaclesToday’s draw is the Ace of Pentacles, which is traditionally a representation of the seed of new beginnings in the area of one’s finances, resources, health, home, manifestations, and the physical world. This often translates into themes that have to do with new opportunities in finance or work, renewed health, or new projects in which one is working with their hands.

New leaves don’t turn over themselves. They take work and encouragement and at least a touch of motivation to get things going.  Today’s message is about those new leaves that I have sitting in the wings nagging at me from the corner of my mind.  It’s a reminder that nothing is done without work… and seizing the opportunity to get things done requires actually doing some seizing… usually with your hands.

DECK USED:  WANDERING TRAVELER TAROT

Mr Lionhart’s #TheJuneTarot Spark of Magic Prompt
Questions for June 13th thru 15th

Decuma Tarot and Perspective Glass OracleWhat is this Super Full Moon guiding me to release?

It’s time to release the expectation that you have to jump on every single little idea that comes to you (Ace of Wands). Yes, they can all be brilliant, but you don’t have time to explore them all.

Slow down, and pick and choose depending on where you want to go and the goals you want to achieve (Guided Energy Can Move Mountains).

What am I asked to celebrate under this Super Full Moon?

You have the free will and independence to make any decisions you wish about your life and direct it in any direction you would like to go (Eight of Cups). You also have the opportunity to look at the actions you wish to take and see the trajectory of where they will lead you (Are you really going to drive away to a better life?)

Taking a moment to look at where you’re going and make a good decisions concerning that is an opportunity to celebrate, don’t let it overwhelm you.

In what area am I guided to see things in a new light?

You need to examine what security really means to you (Four of Pentacles).

Until you can define this in a way that makes sense and is achievable, you’re just chasing clouds hanging just out of your reach (See the positive side of things. That’s how you achieve balance.)

DECK USED: PERSPECTIVE GLASS ORACLE AND DECUMA TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Topic for June 13th: Self-care for the Full Moon…

Wandering Traveler TarotReading Summary: Seize control of your inner narrative (King of Swords) and stop worrying about the crap (whether real or imagined) that you can’t control (Nine of Swords Rx). Focus instead on the things that you need to see more clearly and have control over (Eight of Swords).

Note that there is an urgency in the color scheme that flows from left to intensify on the right, indicating that the issues on the left are nothing to fuss about… the issues on the right, on the other hand, need your attention immediately.

Take Away: Don’t allow things that are out of your control to create critical failure to launch (or thrive) in other areas.

DECK USED: WANDERING TRAVELER TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I took some breaks today even though it was orders day.  I’ve been working on some mini-meditation moments where I close my eyes and take a moment to breathe now and then throughout the day.

Play On… Rain Clouds Be Damned

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

The Real Rosie the Riveters of WWII TarotToday’s draw is the Nine of Pentacles, which is traditionally a representation of solitary satisfaction, a job well done, self-sufficiency, abundance, and success at work or in finance.

Here in this card’s imagery I see themes to do with self-sufficiency and pride in a job well done. There’s focus and control in the woman’s hands and gaze as she works, supporting a clear theme in these areas that carries over into my own life and the pride I take in my own work.

Yes. Hiccups happen.  I had a few of them this weekend, in fact.  All of which were detrimental to my business and out of my control.  And yet, today’s card is a reminder that even when hurdles and obstacles stand in your way, you need to make sure to acknowledge and appreciate how far you’ve come and what you’ve learned along the way. Your successes and accomplishments matter and shouldn’t be disregarded just because life decides cast some storm clouds your way.

DECK USED:  THE REAL ROSIE THE RIVETERS OF WWII TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Topic for June 12th: Do Spread #2
Question: Let’s pare down my focus to what really needs my attention at this time.

Audubon & Animal Bones Postcard Set and Abstract Art TarotStop worrying about all the piddly ass little things (too many scattered butterflies), and instead focus on who you want to become (Judgement / Social Justice and how the flames in this card correspond to the central one of butterflies through color in the anchor card). It’s time to seize control and get yourself back on track in this area (Emperor).

In the echo of shape and theme between the balloons in the Queen of Brushes and the anchor card there is indication that this doesn’t have to be a heavy process. There’s nothing studious or particularly hard about it, you just need to welcome back in that nonconformity within your soul (burning flag and spray painted anarchy sign), and let it flourish and stretch its wings (back to the copious amounts of butterflies in the anchor card).

DECK USED: AUDUBON & ANIMAL BONE POSTCARD SET AND ABSTRACT ART TAROT

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 12th

The Real Rosie the Riveters of WWII TarotI am grateful for…

The Magician and The Tower – …my ability to take the chaotically destructive moments in my life and turn them into learning experiences that then benefit me in some way in the future.

This ability to seek out and gather the boon from negative experiences helps me turn the negative experiences in my life around into something positive. It doesn’t destroy the negative, but gives a different aspect and a way to appreciate that the experience was necessary for me to become who I am and be where I am in life.

And this helps…

King of Pentacles and Nine of Cups – … me to not just stay on top of my responsibilities, but also assist others along the way, all while remaining contented and happy with my lot in life in general.

DECK USED: THE REAL ROSIE THE RIVETERS OF WWII TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

Ugh.  Well, I tried to advocate for myself with Etsy about something they did in my account while I was locked out.  It didn’t go to well, but at least I tried.  I think my self kindness, though, was in finally just letting it go after the customer service chat was over instead of continuing to stew over it.

Let It Shine

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Crystal Tarot - The FoolToday’s draw is the Fool card, which is traditionally a representation of naïveté, foolishness, beginnings, enthusiasm, innocence, and seeing the world through “rose colored glasses”.

I love the array of colors in this card and how they flow with each other in a vibrant dance of joy reflected in the smile on the face of the figure in the card.  There’s a great deal of joy here.  Excitement blended with calm cool tones.

My cards often remind me to instill more joy into my life, and I see this encouragement here in this card in the dance of bright colors among the cool, calm shades of blues and greens.

Today’s card is a reminder to let yourself shine brightly, no matter where you are or what you’re doing.  There is a light inside you eager to get out.  Let it shine.

DECK USED:  CRYSTAL TAROT

The #ConnectWithYourDeckChallenge Prompt by E Roebuck-Jones
Questions for June 6th thru 8th

Mystic Goddess Sigil Tarot and Animal Dreaming OracleHow can I improve my time spent?

Hanged Man and Hawk – The world, and those that watch over you from beyond it, are willing to share their wisdom with you. You only have to be open to their take on things. Instead of looking inward, seek out their guidance in this area.

What are my money challenges?

Hermit atop Two of Earth, Bustard – The juggling of wants with needs when those wants feel like self-care. And… a bit too much confidence in your ability to dig yourself out of the messes you sometimes make.

How are my goals progressing?

Five of Earth and Frogmouth – Not as well as I’d like, regardless of the fact I don’t want to admit it to others. I would much rather keep my scarcity issues (whether real or imagined) to myself.

DECK USED: ANIMAL DREAMING ORACLE AND MYSTIC GODDESS SIGILS TAROT

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 11th

Crystal TarotI will continue to…

Six of Coins and Four of Swords – … take a rest from being too generous when I can’t afford it.  Gideon says that I often give too much of myself to others, and in being generous in this way, I overtax myself.  Being ill this past week has helped me in remembering to focus on my own wellness first.

I will do this by…

Two of Pentacles and The Moon – …being more responsible in those areas of my life where uncertainty and imbalance lingers. I need to look  at these areas of my life with stark honesty and shine a light on the lurking parts that I don’t really want to deal with but could be detrimental to me if I don’t. (ie: bad habits)

DECK USED: CRYSTAL TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I got to play with Gideon a bit for the first time in what feels like ages.

Home is Best

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Cat Tarot - Four of WandsToday’s draw is the Four of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of home coming, celebration, and the comforts of hearth and home.

When a cat shows their belly, they are essentially telling you that they trust you or are so confident in where they are that they perceive no danger at all. It is the most vulnerable part of their body, and to expose it in such a way is a huge indication that they are not just comfortable with you and their surroundings, but consider themselves to be in a “safe harbor” of sorts.

Today’s card is an encouragement to enjoy home as much as you can… and I am.  I’m so very sick, and I’m completely staying home and taking the day off, burrowing into my bed and alternating NyQuil with chicken noodle soup.  Fuck the rest, home is best.

DECK USED:  CAT TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJun2022 Challenge Prompt
Questions for June 6th and 7th

Affirmations of the Fairy Cats Oracle and Терапия СчастьемAbout happiness…

Top Row – Have fun and approach life with childlike wonder. When you enjoy all that you can in life, you will find that over time your life will be so filled with joy, and that other’s judgments and opinions won’t matter as much anymore.

About coziness…

Bottom Row – There’s something to be for enjoying the small things in life, and not letting other’s nefarious ways bring you down. When you mind your own business life can be much less harrowing and far more enjoyable.

DECK USED: AFFIRMATIONS OF THE FAIRY CATS AND ТЕРАПИЯ СЧАСТЬЕМ

The #STCTarotChallenge Statements of Power Prompt
Questions for June 6th

Cat TarotI have accepted this.

Ace of Pentacles and Ace of Swords – Self-care is necessary. Skipping your vitamins and not taking care of yourself in all of those small ways that add up over time can lead to a whole new type of misery. Better to tolerate the little nibble-size pieces of misery now as you are doing the things you don’t really want to do, than biting off a whole big chunk of misery at once like you have right now.

And now I…

Ace of Cups and Four of Pentacles – …am newly dedicated to making sure that I am taking care of myself and my needs (emotional, physical, and otherwise), so that I have a strong foundation beneath my feet to help me keep those larger bites of misery at bay.

Take Away: Not taking your vitamins for a whole week was a bad fucking idea and you’re paying the consequences for it now. Learn from this experience so that you won’t have to repeat it again later.

DECK USED: CAT TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

NyQuil is my friend. So is sleep.