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🌕 Full Moon in Cancer – January 2026

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Tomorrow 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 courtesy of @Ethony from way back in 2015.

Cancer Full Moon Tarot Reading with the Zodiac Tarot

Emotional State – Where your emotional health is during this Full Moon.

Seven of Swords – Emotionally, you are currently feeling a bit unworthy of the successes you’ve accomplished, as if these successes are the result of you getting away with something rather than hard won accomplishments.

Note: I am aware that these are irrational emotions not based in fact. They are the emotional repercussions of negative self-talk and past trauma.

Need to Nurture – What you need; either mentally, emotionally, spiritually or physically. (Look at the suit of the card for clarification.)

King of Pentacles – You crave stability. You always crave stability. Perhaps this is something that you might want to examine more closely. Not just what drives you to crave stability, but the nature of stability itself… what it is and is made of.

Shed Some Light – What your higher self, spirit guides, etc are asking you to reflect on this Full Moon.

Knight of Swords – Why are you rushing? And what are you missing out on by doing so?  When you rush around and allow impulse to lead, you lose out on the experiences you could have garnered along the way.  Instead, the experience becomes anxiety and loses its richness.  Consider slowing down instead so you can more fully experience the journey.

Dispel – What you can let go of during the upcoming waning of the Moon.

Seven of Wands – Release your defensiveness. Remember that you can stand strong in your authenticity, solid in your values and beliefs, without a sense of defense or aggression. There’s no need to bring that energy to the table.  Let it go instead.

Challenge – What obstacle is preventing you from moving forward?

The Sun – One of the obstacles that is currently preventing you from moving forward is your perception of success. Consider spending some time reflecting on why your perception of success includes no joy?  Perhaps it’s time to reframe what success looks like to include factors like enjoyment and fun rather than just goals and responsibilities.

Full Moon advice from the Minoan Goddess Amalthea.

Three of Swords – Disappointments come and go; don’t allow them cause you to crumble and fall.

DECK USED: ZODIAC TAROT IN A TIN

The Tired Traveler

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Today’s meditation was skipped, although I did have a nice long soak in the tub.

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Idiosyncradeck Tarot - Ten of Wands, Ten of ArrowsThe @GlitterbyInk #JanJourney26 Embark to Renewal Challenge
The Departure Prompt for January 1st : Embark
Daily Mental Health Prompt: Seek a positive message to carry with you throughout the day and offer perspective.

Today’s draw is the Ten of Wands (Arrows), which is traditionally a representation of overwhelm, burnout, struggling under too much responsibility, and can indicate a need to do some prioritizing and delegation.

When you pack a bag to go on a hike or camping trip, you have to weigh what you need vs what you want, and what you’re willing to sacrifice to do the trip you want to do. If your pack is too heavy, you’ll tire too soon.  If your pack is too light? It means you probably left behind something that you’re going to need.

This is the case in life as well. Our responsibilities and obligations are weighted, and we carry that weight on our shoulders day in and day out.

The message in today’s card and “embark” prompt is a reminder that as you move forward into a new month… and a new year, to be mindful of how much you are choosing to carry. Don’t look at that burden through the eyes of a refreshed soul, but rather, through the eyes of the tired one you will at some point become. Discard now what is going to be too heavy then.  For healthy regulation, this is a system of weights and balances that need to be considered whenever we decide to take on something new, whether it’s a new month, a new year, a new project, or any other responsibility.

DECK USED:  IDIOSYNCRADECK MINI TAROT

One Card Tarot Journal Activity by @mariasofia_astro
Chapter 1 | Entry 13 – Self Care and Personal Development
Affirmation : I am always striving to better myself.
Prompt : The Universe wants you to succeed. Look into the card you draw as a special message of what your highest self and “the powers that be” want you to know about yourself in this moment and ways you can improve.

Tarot Activity from The One Card a Day Journal by Maria Sofia Marmanides - Starlight Arcana Astral TarotWhat feelings came up when I pulled this card?

I admit, there was a slight eye roll and a sigh when I first pulled this card. I had a feeling that this was the card that would come up, as temperance and moderation are one of my biggest struggles. It’s the obvious answer.

What elements of the card’s meaning resonate with me and this prompt?

As I said, moderation is not my strong suit. I have a tendency to push for more, whether because of past trauma that caused me to feel like neither I or anything I do is never enough, or because my addictive tendencies keep me striving for that next hit of dopamine. Either way, that drive to push beyond the limits of what’s healthy is not easy for me to temper.

What in the artwork spoke to me?

The soldier in this card is ready, but at rest. His shield is at hand, his sword is unsheathed, and yet his posture is almost lackadaisical. It’s clear there’s no rush, and just as clear that he has no intention of taking on any more than he has to.

My prompt response and reflections.

Soldiers have a very clearly defined job. They are expected to do exactly what they are trained to do, nothing more and nothing less. They train for that specific job, they wait for orders related to that specific job, they obey orders pertaining to that job. They aren’t running around doing extraneous jobs, making decisions unrelated to their purpose, or stepping on the toes of the higher ups. They stay in their lane with measured precision.

The soldier in this card is essentially doing just that; staying in their lane. This cards advice is that you remember to do the same. Don’t take on what isn’t yours to handle.

DECK USED: STARLIGHT ARCANA ASTRAL TAROT

#DiscordTarotholicsJan2026 Challenge
Prompt for January 1st : Do the First Quarter Spread

First Quarter Year Tarot Reading with the Starlight Arcana Astral Tarot, Idiosyncradeck Tarot, Amethyst Oracle, and Pawsitive Vibes Affirmation Cards

Year Ahead Theme : The Devil

The Devil card is traditionally a representation of temptation, struggles with moderation, harmful excesses, addiction, and self-harm. Temptation is not always bad for you, but neither is it always good. It’s through grounded and sound judgement that we are able to make healthy decisions when choosing what temptations we indulge in and which ones we leave behind.

Theme for January : Three of Cups

Enjoy your time with others this January. This is a time for building stronger connections with those around you, especially through an atmosphere of fun, play, and revelry whenever those qualities can be included in your time with them.

Focus / Advice for January : Lava Lamp

Go with the flow. Instead of trying to bend everything to your will, let go and allow things to flow around you organically. Be easy… or as easy as you can be.

Ray of Hope for January : “I look forward to new horizons with Hope and excitement.”

Remember that sometimes our most treasured adventures are the unexpected ones we didn’t even know were coming, let alone had time to plan out.

Theme for February : The Devil

Be aware of the temptations that rise up this month and where they are coming from. Not all of them are innocuous, and you need to take care to pay close attention instead of just doubling down on old habits and latent desires.

Focus / Advice for February : Nostalgia

Don’t let them back in just because you have a tendency to want to see the good in people. Good and bad are not mutually exclusive. Pay attention to why you cut them out in the first place, and whether what you’re seeing now is wishful thinking or not.

Ray of Hope for February : “I protect my mental space with strength and courage.”

Boundaries are important, and just as important is that you enforce them. Remember that your boundaries are there to protect your heath and well being.

Theme for March : Queen of Arrows (Wands)

Because you enjoy inspiring others, there will always be a social aspect to your creative endeavors. This March is about sharing that inspiration, and helping others find it as well through sharing your own efforts with them.

Focus / Advice for March : Order

It might be challenging to stay organized while in the grip of inspiration. Creativity often breeds chaos, after all. Make sure you train your sights on not letting the chaos that’s intrinsic to creation get out of control.

Ray of Hope for March : “I stand firm in my beliefs and values.”

The social aspect of this means that you are opening yourself up to other’s judgements. Keep in mind that they are entitled to their opinion, and that doesn’t mean you have to either share it or internalize it. Stand tall in your creative spark, and don’t allow naysayers the space to cast shadows.

DECKS USED: STARLIGHT ARCANA ASTRAL, IDIOSYNCRADECK MINI TAROT, AMETHYST ORACLE POCKET EDITION, PAWSITIVE VIBES AFFIRMATION CARDS

Daily Self Kindness

I had another very relaxing soak in the bath today. The bathtub here at Ms B’s really is the most comfortable tub I’ve ever been in.

Curating a Life

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

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Tarot Vintage - The Fool card and Daily Truth OracleDaily Mental Health Prompt: Seek a positive message to carry with you throughout the day and offer perspective.

Today’s draw is The Fool card, which is traditionally a representation of innocence, carelessness, carefree enthusiasm, and new beginnings.

The Fool card has then been combined with one of the Daily Truth Oracle cards, which says, “I am an authority on my life.”

Don’t allow others to tell you what you should enjoy. Your pleasures and joys are yours, and you can identify them far more easily than anyone else can.

When you find something that lights you up inside, sparks your interest, or breathes life into your curiosity? Allow yourself to grab hold of that thread and follow it instead of worrying what others may think. This is how you become a unique and diverse individual.  So screw the naysayers.

The message in today’s cards is encouragement to follow your joy and allow your curiosity to flourish. Don’t worry so much about what others will think. It’s your life, after all, so curate it into something that brings you joy.

DECK USED:  TAROT VINTAGE

#DiscordTarotholicsDec2025 Challenge
Prompt for December 31st : Grab a spread of your choice you’re curious about… and give it a go!
Prompts courtesy of @moonomens

New Years Tarot Reading with the Tarot Vintage deck

Sacred goodbyes → New intentions

The Sun and Two of Pentacles – Sometimes you have to sacrifice the bright and shining success you have in mind in order to foster a healthier balance in your life. There’s really only so much room in one’s life to fit so many endeavors. Sometimes, you have to choose which one is more important to you.  Prioritize wisely.

Healing the past → Inner leadership

Page of Pentacles and Ten of Pentacles – Be patient with yourself as you work on healing past wounds. Keep you eye on the goal of healthy closure/completion, and take others with you on the journey so they can help you remember to celebrate your wins as they come.

Karmic closure → Conscious arrival

Six of Swords and The Empress – It’s time to release those things that aren’t working for you. Use this time of transitions to reset to a more nurturing, care-centric focus that will make room for you to discover healthier habits and methods.

Wisdom gathered → Curiosity reborn

Five of Swords and The High Priestess – Look back upon your greatest victories and defeats, and get curious about where you could revisit these experiences to gain new information missed in the moment. There are secrets in these experiences yet to be discovered.

Trusting the flow → Frequency activated

The Star and Queen of Swords Rx – Speak less. Trust the process. Release control over whether what you say is hitting its mark and let things work themselves out on their own. You can only provide the message; it’s up to the recipient to actually listen and hear you, or disregard your words.

Cycles complete → Action and courage

Four of Swords and Six of Wands – Once your time of rest during the new year comes to an end, it’s time to “show them what you can do”. This isn’t about garnering praise, but might be a little bit about showing off for pride’s sake. Make sure that you’re rested and fully recovered first, though. That needs to take priority.

Energetic cleansing → New paths opening

Ten of Cups and Two of Cups – Find joy and appreciation in sharing good times with others. Allow this to create a sense of overall well-being for you that can be shared with those closest to you. That connection will then carry forward into new moments in the future.

Release and surrender → Soul purpose renewed

Ten of Wands and Judgement – It’s time to let go when things reach a point of overwhelm, instead of continuing to stubbornly keep moving. Put down your burden during these times, and take a moment to remind yourself of what you truly value and want. Then, return to what you’ve put down and pick up only what aligns with those values and goals.

Reflection & integration → Claiming your true path

Death Rx and Seven of Swords Rx – Look at the times over the past year where changes (and as a result, all progress and movement) were delayed, and the damage done by the stagnancy that resulted. Consider what you could have done differently in these situations to keep moving and escape the consequences that stagnancy wrought.

Completion • Release • Integration → Beginnings • Choice • Creation

Nine of Pentacles and The Devil – Now is a time to look back on your accomplishments and pat yourself on the back for them, then turn your gaze forward and flirt with your addictive tendencies to discover new interests and joys to explore. You can indulge and explore without going too far by leaning into self-awareness concerning those addictive tendencies.

DECK USED: TAROT VINTAGE

Daily Self Kindness

More sick and miserable TLC. I made baked chicken for dinner with white rice for something that wouldn’t upset my stomach (or anyone else’s either).  Slept most of the day away.

Partners in Crime… and Other Things

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

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Mimit Mini Mice Tarot - Seven of Swords and Cats Against Anxiety CardsDaily Mental Health Prompt: Seek a positive message to carry with you throughout the day and offer perspective.

Today’s draw is the Seven of Swords, which is traditionally a representation of strategic thinking, “sneaky shit”, or getting away with something. It can also often be about taking only what one can carry.

The Seven of Swords has then been combined with one of the Cats Against Anxiety cards, which says, “You’re so cute.”

You’re missing an important aspect in your plan.  Go back and look at everything again and consider what human aspect is not being considered.

The illustration in this Seven of Swords has a napping mama mouse below while a child mouse sneaks into the cupboard to steal some cookies, but what I saw when I -first- looked at the card was conspirators on a mission to steal cookies… and half the team fell asleep on the job.

This seems to say that you might trust those you choose to include in your efforts, and be attached to them in ways that are heart warming, but maybe they’re not the “conspirator” you need along for the ride for the plans you have in mind.

The message in today’s cards is about having the right tools for the job.  You wouldn’t take a hammer to a gun fight, and sometimes you need to look at those participating as tools in your arsenal rather than just people you trust.  Include those that will further your efforts and consider -not- including those that may leave you hanging when you need them most.

DECKS USED:  MIMIT MINI MICE TAROT AND CATS AGAINST ANXIETY CARDS

@LightningWildflower December Arcana Challenge 
Prompts for December 30th and 31st

Oracle Reading with the Spirit Animal Pocket OracleJudgement: How can I answer my inner calling?

Bee Spirit and Cardinal Spirit – Respect and accept that hard work is how possibilities are turned into reality. Manifestation is not about wishful thinking, it’s about making a plan and putting in the work to create what you want from the ideas in your head.  Focus on leaning into the things you love to make this hard work feel less burdensome, and you’ll enjoy the journey as well as the rewards.

The World: How can I honor something in my life that has reached a successful completion?

Cat Spirit and Lion Spirit – Look back at where you were before, and the times when you have been under the thumb of others, and celebrate the freedom and autonomy you’ve gained in your life through the years since. This independence has always been one of your greatest needs and has driven you through the years. It’s time to consider that you might be in a place now in your life where you no longer need to use the loss of your independence as a fear with which to push yourself harder.  Consider working to sustain what you have accomplished in this area, rather than always striving for more.

DECK USED: SPIRIT ANIMAL POCKET ORACLE

@aplacetodock #YuletideOracle25 Challenge
Bonus Prompt : How shall I celebrate New Year’s Eve?

Tarot Reading with the Mimit Mini Mice TarotReading Summary: By turning over a new leaf (both Aces) in how you tend to (The Empress) your health and well-being (Ace of Pentacles and Ace of Cups).

Take Away: As the New Year approaches, it’s the perfect time for reflection and resolutions. You need to celebrate the beginning of the New Year with a resolution to pay more attention to the needs of your body, mind, and spirit.

Now is the time to commit to prioritizing your health and well-being. This includes activities that allow you to enjoy life more, provide you with the opportunity to grow emotionally, and allow you to see your health as something that can be improved instead of merely maintained.

DECK USED: MIMIT MINI MICE TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

I had a nice long soak in the tub today. I swear, if the water could just stay the same comfortable warmth indefinitely? I’d never get out. I love a good tub soak.

Validation and Appreciation

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

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Hanson-Roberts Tarot - Six of Wands and Daily Truth OracleDaily Mental Health Prompt: Seek a positive message to carry with you throughout the day and offer perspective.

Today’s draw is the Six of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of public accolades, societal expectations, people pleasing, and peer pressure.

The Six of Wands card has then been combined with one of the Daily Truth Oracle cards, which says, “Abundance is here, abundance is everywhere.”

Why are you working so hard to please everyone else, allowing their expectations to tax your energy just to hopefully receive a bit of praise?

Okay, yes.  it’s nice to be acknowledged for hard work or a job well done.  But how often are you actually doing the work because you need to…. or just because you’re striving for that praise from others?  How often are you looking at what you’re doing and thinking “this person will really like this when it’s done” or “this person will be grateful”?

When we focus on pleasing others, it often comes at the expense of our own self care, health, energy, or well-being. Especially when we become so wrapped up in pleasing others that it becomes our sole source of validation.

The message in today’s cards is that it’s important to ensure you are validating yourself. Praise from others is great, but how do -you- feel about that project you just completed?  How do you -want- to feel about it? Can you acknowledge that you did a good job and take pleasure in the completion without seeking out praise from others?  True abundance comes from being able to appreciate our own efforts, skills, and progress… not when that validation comes from others.

DECK USED:  HANSON-ROBERTS TAROT AND DAILY TRUTH ORACLE

Owl and Bones Tarot‘s End of the Year Weirdness Spread
December 29, 2025

Oracle Reading with The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Oracle

Who am I right now?

Shark – Reflect upon what can be brought into balance through honest communication instead of ignoring that it’s bothering you. This focus on honesty and authenticity has always served you well, and is what you are leaning into to right now as the year draws to a close.

What version of me is dissolving?

Horse – You are beginning to understand that you can’t be the sole source of support for any of the people in your life. A source of support , yes, but not the only source. Letting go of this personal expectation allows you room to truly shine in the ways that you -are- best suited to lending support.

What still lingers from this year?

Butterfly – You are still in the middle of a period of transition. The transformation taking place feels like it has calmed, primarily because the beginning was so over-the-top turbulent, but there is still more to go at a (hopefully) more leisurely pace.

What feels strangely important?

Tarantula – Reflect and re-center upon your path and the life purpose you’ve chosen for yourself. Now is the time to prioritize this above side-quests, distractions, and unnecessary routines and practices. These extraneous distractions are starting to take a toll, and it’s time to commit yourself and your focus to what truly needs priority.

Where has my energy been leaking?

Elephant – You have been feeling “stuck” due to the obstacles on your path that you have chosen not to release. Old habits and routines are getting in your way, and because you’ve been trying to stubbornly hold onto them instead of letting them go, they are making everything far more difficult and taxing than it needs to be.

Where does my energy want to go next?

Whale – You idolize Gideon’s understanding nature and ability to make emotions look so easy to acknowledge and understand. His support shows you the path forward in this area, and your energy is ready to lean into learning more about your own emotions as a result.

What do I need to carry into the new year?

Cobra – Carry with you the “learner’s mind”, which will allow you to be open to new ways of doing things and new experiences.

DECK USED: THE WILD UNKNOWN ANIMAL SPIRIT DECK

@LightningWildflower December Arcana Challenge 
Prompts for December 28th and 29th

Tarot Reading with the Hanson-Roberts TarotThe Moon: What instincts should I trust rather than dismiss?

Trust that the new methods you’ve applied to your business practices are going to work out (The Star). Just because they feel new and different right now (Page of Pentacles) doesn’t mean they’re wrong, only that it’s going to take some time to become accustomed to them and skilled at them (Eight of Pentacles).

The Sun: What aspect of myself shines the brightest?

Your ever present drive (Knight of Wands) to reach for new opportunities (Ace of Pentacles) is an aspect of yourself that shines bright. You are always looking ahead and seeking more (Two of Wands). This drive forward is something that others notice, and that always keeps you moving.

DECK USED:  HANSON-ROBERTS TAROT

Daily Self Kindness

Still sick.  Still working on lots of rest and taking the meds to help get through this a little more comfortably. Making sure to drink lots of water.

Sparking Creativity

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Today’s meditation was an ten minute long #DailyTrip session from the @Calm app.

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Victorian Faery Tarot - Queen of Spring, Queen of Wands and the Cats Against Anxiety CardsDaily Mental Health Prompt: Seek a positive message to carry with you throughout the day and offer perspective.

Today’s draw is the Queen of Wands (Spring), which is traditionally a representation of a receptive alpha energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s passion, drive, willpower, determination, values, and principles. This often translates into themes that have to do with being supportive of others projects and passions, or searching for inner truth within your own values and principles.

The Queen of Wands has then been combined with one of the Cats Against Anxiety cards, which says, “Focus on the positive.”

Positivity inspires creativity, and creativity inspires positivity. It’s like how smiles and laughter can be contagious.  Although it’s true that some of the most revered artwork in history was created during times of depression and illness, it’s the spark of hope and life within that draws these creations to the surface in the artist and gives them the spark of motivation to share them with others.

These creations then inspire others who are struggling to do the same. To create something beautiful.

The message in today’s cards is to lean into positivity and allow it to kindle your creative spark. It always feels a bit awkward and silly to me when I speak about positivity and optimism.  Like people will take it as some sort of toxic “you have to stay positive all the time and it will solve all your problems” bullshit.

Please don’t take today’s message that way. Positivity and optimism have benefits, but they can’t solve all our problems.  What it can do, though, is help make the harsh times, the struggles, and feelings of things being disproportionately bad a little better.  It can lift us up to help us be inspired, and assist us in finding the motivation to try and make things better. This exercise (daily positive message) isn’t to solve everyone’s problems, nor my own for that matter, but to provide a little bit of light in the darkness.

DECK USED:  VICTORIAN FAERY TAROT AND CATS AGAINST ANXIETY CARDS

#DiscordTarotholicsDec2025 Challenge
Prompt for December 28th : Do Spread 4
Question for December 30th : Where in your life do you need to work on better boundaries in the year ahead?

Tarot Reading with the Victorian Faery Tarot and Mystical Shaman Oracle

Anchor Card / Earth – Stability. Doing those things that help ground you and foster a connection with the earth. Spending time in nature.

Seven of Spring / Wands – There is a “movement” correlation between the grasses in the Seven of Spring, and the vertical pattern in the background around the mouth of the figure in the Earth card. This suggests that instead of immediately going on the defensive with others, it would be better to hold your words. Pause and ground first instead of reacting.

Knight of Spring /Wands – Although there is a subtle color correlation between the Knight of Spring and the Earth card, the shades and hues are off. This suggests that leaping forward is not the answer. This includes observing with the intent of leaping forward to defend or refute.  Take a moment to examine the intent to why you are paying such close attention. Is it just for ammunition’s sake? Or is it true interest?

The Vicar / Hierophant – The golden light that shines over the rocks in the Vicar card connects to the glow of gold in the top right corner of the Earth card, speaking of a need to lean into the warmth that the future holds. The robes of the Vicar then correspond to the greens across the forehead and mouth of the figure in the Earth card, indicating a need to internalize that warmth, asking you to train your focus on your efforts toward positivity, optimism, and seeking moments of joy; especially in tried and true ways proven by time to lift you up.

Take Away: All together, these cards are a reminder that the wolf within you that you feed is the one that grows strong. If you feed all your attention to the negative, even in the efforts of protecting yourself, it’s the negative that will grow strong inside you.

Instead, it is important to create boundaries for yourself in this area, so that you can focus more on the positive and your efforts towards optimism and joy, so that this is what grows strong inside you.

DECK USED: VICTORIAN FAERY TAROT AND MYSTICAL SHAMAN ORACLE

Daily Self Kindness

I’m still sliding downhill in the sick and miserable department.  Getting lots of rest and drinking lots of water.