The Tower

The Tower from The Dark Mansion Tarot Deck

Change is inevitable.  If you have been resisting change, or looking the other way when you know something is just NOT working for you, this time you will not be able to run, hide or resist. Let go - let it all crumble down all around you in a big, beautiful mess. Look around and observe the ruins with an inquisitive mind - there is no turning back. I know it sounds terrifying, but amidst this chaos, what is calling to you? What do you see, hear, feel? Can you identify what brought you to this moment of upheaval? The lesson on how to rebuild can be found here…if you really absorb the situation and focus on what led you to this point. There is an undeniable excitement in the air as you gather yourself, heal and redesign your existence in bold and resilient way. There is a support system close by, waiting to guide you through this transformation. Allow for their wisdom and love! There is also personal strength to be discovered. Admire your own gorgeous fortitude. Become the foundation. “Progress is impossible without change” - George Bernard Shaw

Seven of Wands - Hermit Reversed - Three of Wands

Seven of Wands - Hermit (Reversed) - Three of Wands from The Tarot of the Haunted House by Sasha Graham

This morning, I was shuffling with the intention of pulling our card of the day when what appeared to be one card flew out of the deck and landed directly in front of me. I chuckled and thought, “Well this should be good”. But when I picked it up, there were 3 cards there. The first card was our card of the day yesterday. Perhaps the universe feels there is more we need to know? But what strikes me most about these 3 cards is the light within them. How do you deal with your own personal light these days? Are you at war trying to preserve your spark against the internal and external threats which engulf you? Are you harnessing your light and hiding it away waiting for the right moment to emerge with a new luster and glow? Are you carefully planning to expand your light and strategizing with small determined steps toward new knowledge and exploration? Today, pay attention to that passion and drive within. What does it need? What do you need? And what small or big steps can you take to enrich that light and really let it shine?

“All of the lights of the world cannot be compared to a ray of the inner light of the self.” Anonymous

Seven of Wands

Seven of Wands - Deviant Art

Hey warrior prince or princess - you have achieved enough to find yourself in the position of defending your territory. Yes, other people want what you have. If this is a creative project or idea, hold it close to your heart and be ready to push idea thieves away. If this is your own personal sense of balance and happiness, fight like hell to maintain what you have worked so hard to attain! Don’t let others take or take credit for the things that mean most to you. You have the power to keep them at bay. Defend yourself and your self worth. You may feel a little caught off-guard by this sudden situation, but you’ve got this. You are completely up to this challenge. You are a warrior.

Justice

Justice from The Light Seer’s Tarot

Happy Saturday! Today is a good day to check in with your personal moral code. Reexamine your past actions and dissect your current motivations in life. What has felt right to you and what has felt “off”? Truly knowing your personal value system and being able to act from this place of integrity will help you find the fulfilling life you seek. Balance works best when you know where you stand. The people you encounter in life will respect you for knowing who you are. Morality means different things to different people, but doing what feels right and good will help you find what it means to you. Take a stand in the way that feels best for you or at least KNOW where you stand. To quote a favorite of mine, Lin Manuel, from his smash hit Hamilton - “If you stand for nothing, what’ll you fall for?” Ethics are key. Know thyself and act accordingly.

The Fool

The Fool from The Tarot of The Haunted House by Sasha Graham

It is a very exhilarating feeling to start fresh, moving quickly out into the world with an open and eager determination to experience a new beginning! But, are you actually open and eager? You may actually be running away from something that is haunting you and convincing yourself you just have a new outlook. Changing your outlook because you are excited and curious is different than fearfully avoiding something that might need to be addressed. You know the saying - “You can run, but you can’t hide”. It might be time to turn back and face the darkest part of who you are. Coming to terms with your demons will allow you to truly find that new beginning you so desperately long for. Face the unknown parts of yourself, before you set out into the unknown frontier waiting for you.

The Four of Swords

The Four of Swords from The Tarot of The Haunted House by Sasha Graham

Today calls for restful reflection and solitude. Even if you are incredibly busy, find a moment today to withdraw from the madness that surrounds you. Once you are alone, see if you can disconnect completely for at least 45 minutes. Yes - 45 minutes…you can do this! Relax your mind, body and heart. Let go of anxiety and stress and just be. Nap time is acceptable. Allow yourself to drift off into the darkness of the subconscious. What are you seeing in that darkness? How does it feel to be at rest? What new thoughts and ideas spring to mind? Are they different from your waking brain and how can you carry them with you into your conscious realm? If anxiety creeps in and you hear that little voice say, “You don’t have time for this - Get back to work” - just ignore it. If you feel the pull of responsibility try to grab you by the ankles and drag you back in - refuse. You have a right to make some space to recharge and reflect. Claim that space and investigate what is there.

Ace of Cups

The Ace of Cups

A wealth of emotional abundance is being handed to you. This joyful, overflowing chance for spiritual and emotional opportunity may mean a new relationship or the spark of a creative idea which really moves you. There is a challenge here. By accepting this chalice, you are agreeing to putting in the work involved in bringing this lush and fervently driven opportunity into motion. It might feel dangerous and difficult to bring this dream to fruition, but it is a gift that will fulfill you. Are you going to accept this offering? Will you drink from it’s magical waters and experience a whole new version of yourself? Will you share this gift with others, or savor it for yourself? I’m not going to tell you what to do, but I can’t wait to hear about your experience!

The Devil - Reversed

The Devil (Reversed) from the Holy Wood Tarot

You are not a slave to that narrow, limiting thought process that swirls around in your brain, keeping you from moving forward in a positive direction. In fact, you are on the threshold of personal freedom! Now is the moment to confront all of your thought distortions and damaging behavioral patterns. Fully recognize your dark fears, embrace those hidden anxieties - figure out why they have become habitual for you and then LET THEM GO! If you cannot let them go, maybe you can channel them in a more constructive and beneficial way. You may need to consult a professional or enlist the help of a friend or family member as you do this and that is ok. Asking for help and having someone hold you accountable in your quest for lasting, personal change is just one big step in the right direction. Break those chains that are holding you back from being who you truly are. Step out of the shadows and into the light. You deserve freedom, love and everlasting happiness.

Six of Pentacles Reversed with The Star Crossing Over

Six of Pentacles (Reversed) with The Star crossing over - The Tarot of The Haunted House

Sometimes we can care too much and give a little too much. Review the relationships in your life - are there any one sided connections you have that leave you feeling depleted? In which situations do you find yourself the most spread thin? Do you have any close friends that you always show up for, but are hard to find when you are in need? When you have “reached your limit” what or who has pushed you there? It’s ok to cleanse yourself of this kind of energy. It may feel strange to cut a few people loose, but you need to recharge and will not be able to if you are overextended in a toxic way. You may wind up saving some of these relationships down the line by walking away from them in the present. You know there is a clear difference between sharing and taking. Let the night shade illuminate those in your life that need to be washed away. Trust that they will find their way back to you and you will be ready to set boundaries with them when they return. Reciprocity should be your new standard moving forward.

Nine of Cups - Reversed

The Nine of Cups - Reversed

“A dream is a wish your heart makes…” “When you wish upon a star…” Let’s talk about wishes. Wish fulfillment is exciting, but our culture has definitely over romanticized this notion through songs, stories, films and more. Since we childhood we’ve been taught to wish upon a shooting star, wish upon a dandelion, and make a wish before you blow out your birthday candles and more and more… There is some magic here, but it’s all so fleeting and immediate. It can be fun and exhilarating to dream about the things in life we want most. But, as you grow older, you understand that wish fulfillment requires work and wishes don’t always manifest in the manner you envision. Sometimes a wish can come true and leave you feeling like there is still something missing. If you have brought to fruition a dream that you want and still need more, perhaps this is your guide map to true happiness? Examine the thing that is missing and the next time you put your magical wish out into the universe, be even more specific. Also, while wishing, ask the universe to also send you the capacity to deal with all of the elements that arise with your wish. Ready yourself for manifestation of your personal dreams and make sure the thing you ask for is truly the thing you want. “Careful the wish you make. Wishes are children. Careful the path they take - wishes come true, not free”. - Into the Woods, Sondheim

Ten of Cups - Ace of Cups - Three of Pentacles

Ten of Cups - Ace of Cups - Three of Pentacles from The Tarot of the Haunted House by Sasha Graham

I decided for the month of October, I would use my Haunted House Deck. For the last 3 days, as I’ve pulled the card of the day/night, these 3 cards have jumped out of the deck. I’m guessing it’s time to examine them since my deck is practically screaming about this. This year, October is starting with a full moon and ending with a full moon. Powerful, dark emotional energy is spilling down on us all. It will feel unpredictable and present us all with some exaggerated highs and lows. Accepting the help and support of others is key to steering our ship through uncharted and obscure territories. Following the light of the moon will require us to tap into the murkiest parts of who we are. Our nearest and dearest are there for us, though. Relying on each other will be a necessity for balance as we navigate the emotional ups and downs. Remember in your darkest moments that the support you need is nearby and don’t lose sight of the fact that you may be the support that someone else needs.

Two of Pentacles…

Two of Pentacles from The Tarot of The Haunted House by Sasha Graham

Your card of the night is calling to you. Are you letting the stress of day-to-day living get under your skin? In these uncertain times, there is definitely a wealth of anxiety ridden obstacles to haunt us during our days. You try so hard to remain balanced, but find the intense energy of the world keeps dragging you down that long, dark hallway. Tonight, try a little lucid dreaming. See if you can confront your biggest fears while you sleep. Perhaps if you can conquer them in dreaming life, you will find a new perspective on these haunts in waking life. Bravely strut down that long, dark hallway in your dream. Answer the creepy call of those little demons. See those evil, life sucking thoughts and destroy them by taking ownership of your mind and heart. Restore your own sense of personal balance and free yourself from the mental stress you impose upon yourself. Recognize that you may be your own haunt.

Strength

The Strength Card from The Tarot of The Haunted House by Sasha Graham

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Confront your own likeness with a longer, more in-depth gaze. There is a a quiet durability behind your eyes and a calm diligence running through your veins. You understand that achievement can be accessed in many ways and your personal resolve to achieve guides your journey. Power can be accessed through gentleness and ease. Do not let superficial thoughts cloud the true vision of who you are. Tame those thoughts by acknowledging that true beauty and strength lie deep within and you carry them with you everywhere you go. Embrace your inner spirit and recognize its resonant strength.

The Nine of Cups & The Knight of Pentacle

The Nine of Cups & The Knight of Pentacles from The Light Seer’s Tarot

A wish fulfilled is a beautiful thing. Recognizing that you have been blessed with so much abundance will help you see the incredible treasure trove of light you carry within. If you cannot see or feel your own personal reserve of emotional wealth, take a moment today to reflect. Make a list of all of the beautiful things you do have in your life and all of the incredible people who support you. What technicolor memories continue to inspire you? This is your reservoir of fulfillment. Now that we’ve uncovered your buried treasure - don’t hoard it away! It is time to make a slow, steady journey out into the world to share it with others. Let your inner luminosity guide you. How can you share this with others? Start small - make a plan. One steady and determined step at a time will lead you in the right direction. Keep moving forward with your transcendent intentions. Your personal fulfillment with multiply when you are finally on a path to share it.

The Hermit

The Hermit

An unusual shift may be happening internally for you today. Retreat into the complex universe inside of your heart - there are truths hidden there waiting to be revealed. Turn off your computer, put your phone away in a drawer, turn off that 24 hour news cycle and forgo everything you have on your to-do list. Allow the celestial light of your soul guide all of your activity today and pay close attention to your inner desires. They are whispering to you the way to a secret trail that will lead you to a higher version of self. Follow those stars inward and keep going. You will discover that you have more to offer the world, but first you must connect to your true path.

Queen Of Swords - Reversed…

The Queen of Swords from The Gothic Tarot

If you find you need to assert yourself today, be careful to not let the emotions of others diminish your personal power. Remain objective by maintaining your sharp focus and clear thinking on all matters. Your decisions are wise and guided by truth - trust that your keen understanding of the situation is the most direct path to a positive outcome. Be confident in your thought process and sharp with your actions. You do not necessarily need to take the emotions of others into consideration this time. Your mental instincts are strong and your objectivity is needed. Lead swiftly with your mind this time.

Two of Swords

Two of Swords - Lotus Tarot

What elements of your life are you avoiding? Decision making is stressful and you may feel overwhelmed about the choices you have yet to make. But, the truth is the choice is irrelevant. What you are pushing away is not the choice, but pieces of yourself and your circumstance that you have not yet come to terms with. It’s time to face this aspect of who you are by ripping off your blindfold and taking a step forward. Confront your demons by taking a chance and any decision you make will lead you in the right direction. It’s time to face your fears.

Eight of Wands - Reversed…

Eight of Wands (Reversed)

Sometimes ideas can cloud our minds. You may want to be careful about getting stuck in your thoughts about an intention you have. If you wait to take action, the concept of the possibility may start to morph in your mind. Fantasy will overtake reality and consume you. Procrastination then settles in, as you may obsess over the steps you are about to take. Direct clear thinking and swift action is advised. Do not get caught in a dizzying atmosphere that usurps your thought process in a toxic manner. Rumination is good sometimes, but not if it overtakes rational thinking. Stop this cycle and move forward - learn as you go. You will find that the perceptions you gain as you move forward are based more in reality and therefore, more actionable!

The Fool with The Page of Wands (Reversed)…

The Fool into The Page of Wands (Reversed) from the Light Seer’s Tarot

My new deck is sneaky - it always wants to give us a deeper message - it always yearns for me to pull one more card! And, today it really hit it out of the park. Everything is new and you may feel like you are jumping off a cliff and falling into the abyss with this new found vision and energy! But, let it happen. Once you are airborne, you will summersault your way into this new creatively driven version of you. Look at your ideas and visions from all angles - allow all thoughts and feelings to soar. You are meant to be in motion right now and though it may feel like you are completely out of control, this is just one exciting leap toward a clearer, more open version of you. Face the fear - dive in. Be a daredevil. Haven’t you always wanted to fly?

Temperance

Temperance from The Casimir Lee Tarot

Today might catch you off-guard with stress inducing challenges. You might feel pushed to the limit in ways you hadn’t expected. Trust that the universe is supporting and guiding you, take a deep breath and channel your inner reserve of patience. Focus, balance, steadiness and ease might seem to be abstract ideas, but hone in on the abstract and you will be able to find that equilibrium. Accept the fire and water of your personal angel and channel it to overcome situations that overwhelm you. There is strength and grounding in approaching life with calming energy and a vision that allows you to see beyond yourself. You are protected. You are safe.