The Language of Flowers and Trees Oracle

Staying Open to Better Things

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Today’s meditation was skipped.

Animals Divine Tarot - Eight of SwordsToday’s draw is the Eight of Swords (The Condor), which is traditionally a representation of self-imposed limitations, closed mindedness, inflexibility, and restrictive thinking.

I read the description of this card today out of curiosity, and it spoke of the condors being stuck in this land of fallen soldiers and dropped swords.  It spoke of being unable to look -beyond- the land they’ve claimed and become familiar with.

The message in today’s card is about paying attention to old habits and making sure that you aren’t getting stuck in patterns that aren’t as efficient or helpful as other methods might be.

There’s a lot to be said for the familiar, but sometimes there’s a better way waiting to be discovered if you’re willing to look beyond what’s right in front of you.

DECK USED:  ANIMALS DIVINE TAROT (trimmed naked)

#DiscordTarotholicsAug2022 Challenge Prompt
Questions for August 29th and 30th

The Language of Flowers & Trees OracleWhere do I need to foster more joy and happiness in life?

Gladiolus atop Pine – You need to be more receptive to finding peace. That means getting out in nature more and hiking among the trees, rather than staying inside all the time or overwhelming yourself with so much to do that you have no time to take care of yourself.

How can I encourage that joy to flourish in my future?

Yarrow and Aspen – Be open and honest with yourself and others about your needs. Only through connecting with your needs and being open to fulfilling them can you not just survive, but actually thrive.

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Mr Lionhart’s #TheAugustTarot Be Here Now Prompt
Questions for August 28th and 29th

Animals Divine TarotWhat has my journey through the wild unknown taught me?

Four of Pentacles atop Ten of Pentacles, Ten of Swords – There’s a lot of hard work in achieving stability, and a lot of pain and sacrifice goes into the process. When you get to a place where you can take a breath, be sure to look back and appreciate these things instead of forgetting them completely.

How can I build upon this journey moving forward?

King of Pentacles, Ace of Pentacles, and Ten of Cups – Remember that sometimes when you reach the end of the road, that means it’s time to start again and perhaps focus a bit more on what will make you happy instead of what you feel is your responsibility or obligation.

DECK USED: ANIMALS DIVINE TAROT (trimmed naked)

Daily Self Kindness

Even though it was and orders day, I dawdled in bed for a bit first.

What’s Important

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Today’s meditation was just over ten minutes long, and was another of the quiet mediation where I was unguided and simply focused on my breathing.

Wild Unknown Tarot in a Tin - Mother of Wands - Queen of WandsToday’s draw is the Mother of Wands, which is traditionally a representation of a receptive alpha energy, personality, or person in the area of one’s passions, drive, willpower, determination, values, and principles.

In this image a snake coils protectively around her clutch of eggs, the stick thrust through the middle not distracting her from what is most valued.

Support those things most important to you. Don’t let outside distractions pull you from these things. There are always going to be different curiosities and distractions out there, but you need to stand fast for those things of true value, no matter what else is going on.

DECK USED:  WILD UNKNOWN TAROT IN A TIN

Mr Lionhart’s #TheAugustTarot Be Here Now Prompt
Questions for August 7th thru 9th

The Language of Flowers and Trees OracleWhat spiritual rebirth is the Lionsgate initiating or activating for me?

Peony and Moss – Find beauty and solace in the soft, dark places. Seek out the forests and find those spots you and your camera love most. Linger there and appreciate.

What can I do to fully attune myself to the energy of the Lionsgate?

Lily of the Valley and Dahlia – A cleansing and reclaiming of space is needed if you want to fully attune with these energies.

In what way can I best use the energy of the Lionsgate for growth?

Apple Tree and Magnolia – For you, it’s all about getting out in nature more and allowing the grounding and joy of that connection to happen.

Notation – The all pink and white flowers combined with the feather moss is a reminder to be gentle with yourself.

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#DiscordTarotholicsAug2022 Challenge Prompt
Question for August 8th: What can I do to help my inner child feel more protected?

Wild Unknown Tarot in a Tin - Eight of Wands, The Star, Ace of Wands, Knight of Swords, Son of SwordsReading Summary: Don’t let impatience (Eight of Wands) rob you of your natural curiosity (Ace of Wands Rx). Learn, instead, to better battle that impatience and the negative impacts (Son of Swords) of it with hope and optimism (The Star).

Take Away: For your inner child to feel more protected, you need to ensure that you lean into positive themes so that you don’t smother your curiosity beneath the weight of pessimism.  Your inner child wants to explore and experience things, find fun and enjoy the process.  Impatience to “get things done” ruins the atmosphere of exploration and curiosity.

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Daily Self Kindness

I am playing some serious catch up and I have no idea what the self-kindness for this day might have been.