Reversed Seven of Swords…

On Halloween, we put on masks for fun—for transformation, for mystery, for play. But some of us carry that costume well beyond the holiday. The reversed Seven of Swords asks: What truths have you hidden behind your smile? What part of you have you kept in the shadows, afraid it wouldn't be accepted in the light? Slip out of that mask today and free yourself from any feeling of punishment or shame. This action is more about liberation. Removing the mask doesn’t have to be dramatic—it can be quiet, tender, and self-honoring. Maybe it's an honest conversation you've been avoiding. Maybe it's owning a part of your identity that you've tucked away for too long. Maybe it's simply admitting something to yourself or another. There is grace in truth. There is strength in vulnerability. And there is immense freedom in choosing to live unmasked.

"Take off your mask. Your soul is showing."— D. Antoinette Foy

The Reversed Seven of Swords - Artists Rendering by Anastasia Lerno

Three of Wands and What Lights You Up Oracle…

Sometimes life carries you like a ghost ship with no anchor, no oar—just drifting through the dark. You feel like a passenger, powerless to steer. But even in that stillness, something glows: a dream, a question—"What lights you up?" That light isn’t ahead; it’s behind, following you like a lantern held by the versions of yourself still waiting to be born. This is the haunting of possibility. The future isn’t a specter to fear, but a fog-laced path lit by the fire in your chest.

So this weekend, don’t lose yourself in doubt and anguish. Instead, ask the wind. Ask the waves. Ask the stars. But most of all, ask your own bones: What calls your name from the dark? What stirs you? That’s where the course begins to shift. Soon you will shift course into more colorful territory.

“The sea does not reward those who are too anxious, too greedy, or too impatient. One should lie empty, open, choiceless as a beach—waiting for a gift from the sea.” — Anne Morrow Lindbergh

The Three of Wands from The Horror Tarot by Todd Alcott and Starseed from The Work Your Light Oracle by Rebecca Campbell

Four of Swords (Reversed)…

You find yourself in a cryptic kind of rest. This is no sanctuary; it is a tomb you’ve mistaken for safety. It is the rattle of chains at midnight, the clawing of something inside you that refuses to stay dead.

This card, in its shadowed inversion, becomes a dark mirror reflecting the soul’s paralysis: the silence you’ve let fester into spiritual rot. It is a warning. You’ve lain too long in a sleep that no longer heals—a sleep that numbs, devours, and enslaves.

But here, the crow comes.

Not as a harbinger of doom, but as a forgotten guide.

The crow does not fear the night—it becomes it. Its wings slice through the darkness like blades through veil, calling you to rise from your stillness, to reclaim the movement that grief, fear, or comfort has stolen. This card dares you to abandon the stone bed you’ve built of regret and isolation. To fly—not away—but deeper. Into the shadow. Into your truth. Into the freedom only found when you surrender the illusion of peace and answer the cry of your untamed spirit.

"The crow perches not to rest, but to watch. It waits for the soul to stir."

The Reversed Four of Swords - Online image

Reversed Justice and Temperance…

You made a decision, long ago. Maybe it seemed small. Maybe you told yourself it was justified, even necessary. But deep down, you knew — it broke your moral compass. The scales tipped, not by fate, but by your own hand.

And now, in the shadows of your life, something has begun to stir. It stalks you not with claws, but with memory. It creeps through dreams. It watches you in mirrors. The truth, unacknowledged, has grown teeth. Temperance should bring peace — but here, she is not a balm. She is a guardian, warning you that the monster you’ve made will not be tamed without deep, internal healing.

But the longer you delay, the more distorted her face becomes. Her wings start to darken. Her pool turns to sludge. This card is your last ally, your final line before the monster of reversed Justice consumes everything you are. If your past decision is not brought into alignment with your values — if you do not seek amends, speak the truth, or face what you did — you will become the very thing you fear. Make it right. Or become the horror.

“Monsters are real, and ghosts are real too. They live inside us, and sometimes, they win.”— Stephen King

Justice Reversed and Temperance from the Horror Tarot by Todd Alcott

Judgement & Align…

You’re standing before a broken mirror—fragments reflecting different versions of you. Some are outdated roles you’ve outgrown. Others are masks you wore to survive. And some are sharp, painful pieces you’ve tried to ignore. But this weekend, the Universe is calling you to gather these shards, not to return to who you were, but to awaken to who you truly are. You are being called to wake up, to shed illusions, and to step fully into your soul’s higher purpose. Give in to the haunting and commanding idea of who you are meant to be. The broken mirror is not a flaw—it’s a portal. Through its cracks, light gets in. This is your moment of truth, release, and rebirth.

Answer the call. Align the pieces. Step into the clearer, truer you.

"You will find peace not by rearranging the circumstances of your life, but by realizing who you are at the deepest level."— Eckhart Tolle

The Judgement Card from The Dark Wood Tarot by Sasha Graham and Align Your Life Oracle Card from The Work Your Light Oracle Deck by Rebecca Campbell

The Hermit…

The candle flickers dimly, casting long shadows on the walls of your soul. You feel it, don’t you? That eerie tug — the world clawing at your door, demanding your light, your energy, your presence. But you’re not here for the daylight and its expectations. Not today.

You’ve stepped away, cloaked in silence and a little sorrow. Not because you're broken... But because you know that solitude is not weakness — it’s sanctuary. And this is what you crave most of all. Stay in - This is your haunted hollow, your sacred crypt, your dim-lit refuge where you can hear the whispers of truth that get drowned out in the noise of the living.

It’s okay to feel ghoulish, to wrap yourself in shadows instead of sunshine. The world can wait. Let it knock. Let it wail. Light your lantern, even if it only glows with ghost-fire. Sit with your shadows. Speak with the skeletons in your closet. There’s wisdom in your eerie retreat — and when you’re ready to rise again, you’ll bring back not just light… but truth.

“Sanctuary, on a personal level, is where we perform the job of taking care of our soul.”— Christopher Forrest McDowell

The Hermit from The Vampire Tarot by Robert Place

Justice & Reversed Four of Wands…

Justice does not smile.
She sees with hollow eyes, measuring the soul on rusted scales. Her sword does not tremble — it falls.

This is not the pretty justice of polished courts or gentle compromise. No, this is the cold, raw truth, the unforgiving balance that demands a toll.
To do what is right, something must be lost.
A bond. A comfort. A home. A delusion. What once brought you joy now traps you.To do what is right…You must tear it down.
Walk away. Burn it, if you must.

Justice arrives when all illusions are peeled away like skin — and what's left must be judged, no matter how sacred.

She does not care if the cost is high.
She only cares if it is fair. To choose Justice is to choose exile - to cast out the familiar, because it is wrong, even if it is yours. Do what is right… even if it haunts you.

“The sword of justice has no scabbard.”— Antoine de Rivarol

Justice and the Reversed Four of Wands from The Dark Wood Tarot by Sasha Graham

The Fool…

You’ve reached the place where logic trembles, where every sign points backward… and still, something inside you says, go forward. Why? Because this is not a path for the wise. This is a path for the fool.

The Fool is no idiot. They are the one who dares to look the darkness in the eye and grin. They walk into haunted woods, humming a tune no one remembers. They open doors that were never meant to be opened—not because they don’t know better, but because they do… and go anyway.

You are being called to play the fool. Not because it is safe. Not because it is wise.
But because there is no other way. Let them whisper behind your back. Let them warn you of shadows and curses. Let them call you mad. That is the price of beginning.

Play the fool, and step off the edge.

Just don’t look down.

“We are all fools in the end, dancing blindfolded to the tune of fate.” — Shadow proverb

The Fool - Artist Rendering by Elena Petryk

The Moon…

Ah, the Moon card—a potent draw for the second day of this mystical October. The shift from summer’s warmth to autumn’s cool embrace feels unusually heavy with mystery this year. I don’t know about you, but it carries an almost ominous energy for me.

I’m reminded of a strange, paranormal experience I once had while trying to sleep in an old country house. In the darkness, anytime I closed my eyes, I heard a soft, indecipherable whispering—a sound that seemed to drift from somewhere just beyond the edge of reality. Needless to say, I hardly slept at all. It was eerie, unsettling… and this season’s transition feels much the same. It’s as though something is trying to speak, but the message reaches me only as a faint, elusive murmur.

If you’re feeling this too, perhaps the remedy is not avoidance, but depth. We’re being asked to close our eyes and truly listen—to venture into the hidden corners of our own souls. In the moonlit corridors of the subconscious, a portal may appear: a threshold leading to our deepest needs and desires.

The Moon calls to us—not just from the sky, but from within. Let’s heed its whisper and discover what message waits there

“The moon is the queen of night and of our subconscious.”
— Carl Jung

The Moon from the Haunted House Tarot by Sasha Graham

Page of Swords…

The key to mastering October lies in realizing that you are the one who unlocks hidden doors. Trust in the dark, yet swift current of energy within you—it will carry you to unseen but enchanted places. Your true strength isn’t rooted in what you already know, but in your willingness to explore, learn, and evolve this month. Step into autumn as a student, but a sharp, focused one—intent on your own growth and success. The line between pupil and master is thin now. Don’t follow the season blindly—rise with its crisp winds, guided by your inner wisdom. Let your goals burn bright and clear, but remember: self-belief is your most powerful magic.

"Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it."— George Eliot

The Page/Knave of Swords from The Tarot Familiars Deck by Lisa Parker and Lo Scarabeo

Page of Cups & Ten of Swords…

A special Two Card Tuesday to close out September, asking: "What is it time to release?" and "What is it time to welcome in?" as we shift into October.

It’s time to let go of any emotionally immature ways of relating to your experience. Trust that you do understand your emotions—and that you can respond to them with clarity and maturity. You are not a lost little lamb; you're far more self-reliant than that.

As we move into the new month, invite the radical idea that you can mentally let go of anything that no longer serves you. Picking up on bad energy from people or places? End the interaction—or walk away if you must. There’s no need to stay in draining, uncomfortable situations.

Instead, welcome in the truth that your inner clarity is as beautiful and expansive as a wide-open sky. Honor it. Say nowhen something doesn’t align. It will feel incredibly freeing. Hello, October!

"I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers."
— L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables

The Page of Cups and The Ten of Swords from The Dreaming Way Tarot by Rome Choi

The Four of Pentacles…

Stability and stagnation are close cousins. Today this card is asking you, “Are you preparing, or are you hiding?” If you're preparing, you're budgeting, saving wisely, building a foundation. You’re aware of what you have, and you're using discipline not out of fear, but from a clear vision for the future. If you're hiding, you’re hoarding. You may be mistaking control for safety, locking yourself into a pattern of "just in case" while the opportunities around you quietly pass by. Which is it? Monday is a good day to ponder this for yourself. Sometimes, preparing is a mask for hiding.
Sometimes, taking a risk is a form of preparation—one that teaches, stretches, and expands your capacity. You don't have to let go of everything.
But you might need to let go of the belief that holding on is the only way to stay safe.

“In investing, what is comfortable is rarely profitable.”— Robert Arnott

The Four of Pentacles from the Fenestra Tarot Deck by Chatriya

🎃 Spooky Season Surprise! 👻
This October, I’m doing Special One-Card Readings with a spooky twist—just for fun and a little insight!
Each day, I’ll randomly choose one lucky follower for a surprise personal pull. 🖤✨
Want to be included? Or know someone who’d love a little magic?
👇 Drop your (or their) Instagram handle in the comments, or send me a DM to get on the list.
You never know… a spooky surprise might be headed your way! 💀🔮.

The Empress…

Darling, I’m The Empress. You know — grace, glamour, power? That’s me. But let’s get one thing straight: this life of beauty and abundance? It’s built, not gifted.

Every little thing matters.
Every brushstroke, every word, every seed you plant — it all counts. The details? They’re everything.

You don’t need to make a scene to make magic. Just show up with heart. You want results? Start with care. Start with presence. Every gesture — a touch, a glance, a word — matters. That’s how beauty is built. That’s how you become unforgettable.

Don’t rush. Don’t force.
Create like a star: with love, intention, and a little sparkle no one can name. That’s how empires rise — quietly, lovingly, and fabulously.

So keep going. Keep caring. The spotlight? It’s coming.

And baby, you’re already glowing.

“I was thought to be stuck up. I wasn’t. I was just sure of myself.” - Bette Davis

The Empress from The Cosmic Tarot by Norbert Lösche

Nine of Wands and Star Card (Reversed)…

A little “tough love Tarot” on this Two Card Tuesday:

Just because you’ve done the work doesn’t guarantee success or recognition. You might feel like you’ve earned your moment, your spotlight—but life doesn’t always deliver it the way you expect. Your passion, effort, and relentless drive can go unseen. But if that lack of acknowledgment dims your inner light or shakes your belief in what's possible, you've already let it win.

Take an honest look: your defensiveness or need to constantly prove yourself might be part of what’s holding you back. The truth is, you already carry what you need to shine. You may not need to push so hard, shield yourself so tightly, or seek external validation.

Maybe—just maybe—it’s enough to witness your own brilliance and take joy in it, without needing anyone else to confirm it.

"Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner."— Lao Tzu

The Nine of Wands and The Star (Reversed) from the Light Seer’s Tarot by Chris-Anne

The Four of Wands (Reversed)…

When upright, the Four of Wands speaks of celebration, unity, homecoming, and shared joy. A structure built on harmony.

But reversed, the structure wobbles. What once felt like sanctuary may now feel suffocating. What seemed stable may show its cracks. You may find yourself scrambling to hold it all together, however - here is where the medicine lies:

Let it fall away.

Let go of the idea that completion has to look a certain way. Release the grip on traditions that no longer feel alive. You may be clinging to a vision of celebration that belongs to someone else — or a version of yourself that no longer fits. This isn’t a collapse. It’s a conscious clearing.

The walls fall not to destroy you, but to free you.

Let the framework fall away so something more aligned can rise.

“Sometimes letting things go is an act of far greater power than defending or hanging on.”
– Eckhart Tolle

The Four of Wands (Reversed) from the Biddy Tarot Deck By Brigit Esselmont

Hierophant (Reversed) and The Five of Cups…

As adults, many of us carry emotional wounds without fully understanding their origins. Often, these burdens stem from childhood experiences—times we were hurt, shamed, or silenced. Take a moment to revisit those memories, not to dwell, but to observe.

Think back to moments when you felt small or powerless. In many of those instances, there may have been an authority figure—parent, teacher, caregiver—who used their power in ways that didn’t serve your well-being. Acknowledging that you may have been manipulated, controlled, or simply not protected can bring clarity to the shame, confusion, or guilt that still lingers.

Now, picture your younger self in those moments—scared, unsure, and just trying to make sense of the world. Send them love. Say to them:
“You are not to blame. You are not broken. You are strong, capable, and deeply loved.”

Healing begins when we offer our younger selves the compassion they never received. Facing our present-day struggles becomes easier when we remind the child within us: You deserved better then—and you deserve peace now.

“Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others.”— Christopher Germer

The Hierophant (Reversed) and The Five of Cups from The Slow Tarot by Lacey Bryant

Five of Cups - Reversed…

It’s Monday Funday—though I’ve gotta admit, this one’s been a bit light on the “fun” for me. Still, no matter what curveballs the day throws our way, the best medicine is always a positive mindset. As we fall into fall, let’s keep that glass half full.

Put a smile on, focus on what you do have, and stay grounded in solutions. Don’t take things personally—just keep moving forward. You've got this. Glass = half FULL. 💪🍂

“If Monday had a face, I’d punch it.” — Unknown

"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." — F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Five of Cups (Reversed) from The Rider/Waite/Smith Deck *with a little Autumn bedazzling!

Page of Wands…

This Page of Wands 🔥 appears as a flicker of inspiration ✨, the first spark of movement 🌱, and the untamed curiosity that pulls you forward 🧭. But while this card is often associated with the desire to explore 🌍, today it asks you to focus — not on the horizon, but on the moment 🎯.

Think of a cat with a toy 🐈🧸. The world may be full of bigger, more dramatic things — birds outside the window 🐦, distant sounds 🔊, sunbeams shifting across the floor ☀️. But when that toy rolls or wiggles, every ounce of attention locks in 👀. The cat is present. Invested. Totally alive in that moment 💫.

You may be tempted to scatter your energy — to chase multiple things at once 💨 or abandon one interest for a shinier one ✨. But this Page asks: What if the treasure isn’t out there, but right here, flickering softly, waiting for you to pounce?🎁

Like the cat, be fascinated 😺. Be present 🧘. Be playfully obsessed 🎮. Stay with what has your interest — not out of obligation, but because it lights you up 🔥. Invest in the now, not the "maybe someday." ⏳

"Cats teach us that not everything in life needs a reason."– Garrison Keillor

The Page of Wands from Cats Rule the Earth Tarot by Catherine Davidson and Thiago Corréa

Three Cards to Awaken the Weekend…

Feeling a little snoozy as the weekend rolls in? Same here—I could definitely use a jolt of inspiration to wake things up! If you're in need of a spark too, these three cards might just be the caffeine your weekend needs.

Drop the inner drama and lower that emotional drawbridge—there’s fun waiting on the other side! Don’t get stuck in analysis paralysis. Instead, jump into something—anything—and watch fresh ideas and adventures unfold like magic.

Call up your crew and make some plans—or if everyone’s ghosting, head out solo and stay open to meeting some delightfully weird and wonderful characters. The world’s full of them, and you’re one of them too.

Celebrate your quirks, welcome the unexpected, and who knows—this weekend might just turn into the most curious little party you didn’t know you needed.

"Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventures."— Lovelle Drachman

The Reversed Nine of Wands, The Reversed Two of Wands and The Three of Cups from The Queen Alice Tarot by Dame Darcy

Temperance…

I always feel a lot on this day each year, having been in NYC when the Towers fell. So I choose a card as a wish on this day. Today’s card is Temperance because Temperance stands between extremes. In the wake of pain, it offers healing. In the aftermath of destruction, it suggests balance. It asks us to mix what was once divided: grief and hope, fear and courage, past and future. It pours from one cup to another, endlessly, gently, as if to say: what we lost, and what we still hold, can coexist.

Temperance is not forgetting. It is not silence. It is the choice to respond, not with vengeance, but with vision. It is the hard, patient work of transforming anger into action, mourning into meaning, and division into unity.

Today, as we remember those we lost, and all that changed, let us invoke Temperance.

Let us be the angel on the card—feet on the earth, eyes to the horizon, hands making something new from all that was broken. Truthfully, this is the New York City I remember in days of this sorrow— a city where, in the face of heartbreak, strangers became family, and love rose from the rubble, lighting the way toward healing and renewal.

"Out of difficulties grow miracles."— Jean de La Bruyère

The Temperance Card - Tarot Art Rendering by So Lazo