Judgement…

Big weekend - big fun. Be as punk as you can. Go out and rock out with raw authenticity leading the way. Don’t sensor or limit yourself when it comes to meeting others and having a blast. The noise you make will call attention and you may also be drawn to others that are expressing a similar sound. You will meet individuals who are wildly different from you, but you will relate to them in a strangely familiar way. This is a good thing. In fact, the havoc you wreak this weekend can lead to greater purpose down the line. By stepping out of your boundaries, you will allow yourself to connect with others you may have normally overlooked - and they may hold a key to your overall advancement toward fulfillment. Don’t believe me? I don’t care. If nothing else, you will have had an epic time just being FULLY who you are without restrictions. GO freaking WILD!

“Punk is about being an individual, going against the grain and standing up and saying “this is who I am””. - Joey Ramone

The Judgement Card from The Punk Rock Tarot by Joe Infurnari

The Nine of Cups…

Summer is full of sweet and tasty adventures, so you may be feeling suave and satiated. But, this is only the tip of the ice pop, my friends. There is so much more available to you than you can imagine. Sure, take a moment to revel in that sense of pleasure and fulfillment. You are dancing in the epicenter of fun and revelry! Feel it, own it, work it. And, when you have reached your fill of joyful experience, don’t just stay there because it’s easy…branch out in search of more. This may feel like a payday, but it’s actually offering only a small amount of what is available. Motivate and you will triple your earnings when it comes to love and fulfillment. Go for it and turn your life into a big party!

“The best way to pay for a lovely moment is to enjoy it.” - Richard Bach

The Nine of Cups - Digital Art by Brandi York

The Four of Wands - Reversed…

Stability…foundation…togetherness…trust…these can mean different things to different people. These concepts are ever evolving as you grow and change, as well. A relationship that once felt solid and provided you with balance and grounding, may not always do so for you. This can be a hard pill to swallow, but remember that the other party isn’t always to blame. The environment you inhabit can transform, and let’s face it, you might transform as well. In work, play or love, life throws you curve balls that can break apart the secure bond of that fortified collaboration. When the ribbon of partnership unfurls, whether you are longing to hold onto what you have, ready to walk away, or caught paralyzed unsure of what you need or want…it’s time to redefine. Reshape your expectations to accommodate for the shifting passion you will hold tight or reassign your needs and wants in a way that will allow you to uproot and journey on. This all might feel scary, but one thing is true, the energy you shared doesn’t dissipate - you will both carry it with you as you look for greater fortification. Redefine with grace and gratitude.

“Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change.” - Wayne Dyer

The Four of Wands (Reversed) from The Modern Spellcaster’s Tarot by Melanie Marquis and Scott Murphy

The Ten of Swords - Reversed…

It’s been a long road with challenges, obstacles and a few deceptions along the way. Do you have a head clouded by doubt and defeat? Take a breather and use the moment to remove all negative thoughts from your mind. Imagine you are pulling pins out of your hair and as you release them one by one, you can feel the relief of not being held back or held in. As you become more and more unburdened, relish that openness and easiness of thought and being you are finding. Unfurl the mind and let it air out all of the dust and debris that this journey has attracted. You are at the end of it, which signifies a fresh start. Shake your head around and let it all out. You will not be held back by these thoughts. Embrace the sweet freedom of mental clarity.

"We say that we want peace of mind but what we really want is peace from mind."- Naval Ravikant.

The 10 of Swords (Reversed) from The Tarot of Mystical Moments by Catrin Welz-Stein

The Page of Cups…

Tonight, gaze with curiosity at the contents of your day. Do not approach them with judgement, but let the colors swirl and splash in your minds eye. What feelings arise as you see the experiences of your day swim through your psyche? Welcome them with no expectations. Contemplate these feelings with open awareness. Which one feels the best as you recall it? Which one makes you smile with abandon? Let this glistening gem of emotional content rule the heart for a moment. How radiant is this jewel that you now hold in your heart? What might its splendor gift you with? This feeling is treasure that your inner child has selected just for you. Decipher the message not by understanding it, but by fully experiencing the joy or pain it has to offer. The Page of Cups uses their curiosity to fill a well deep within. Be your own version of the Page of Cups tonight. Dive deep. Deeper than you thought you wanted to.

“The human heart has hidden treasures, in secrets kept, in silence sealed; the thoughts, the hopes, the dreams, the pleasures, whose charms were broken if revealed.” - Charlotte Bronte

The Page of Cups from The Victorian Trade Tarot by Marcia McCord

The King of Cups - Reversed…

Often it’s good to pour your heart and soul into what you do, but this week, if you want to stay on top, you may have to detach yourself from your feelings. You are in charge, but to be respected as a leader, you will have to separate what you do from how you feel. Pull back on your reactivity. Listen and absorb what is being offered by those who operate under your command. Let it all steep and take a taste of the information without passing judgement. There is vital knowledge to be gained here that will manifest a more efficient way of leading the team you have at your disposal. Turn your back on emotional content for the sake of the greater good. Keep your eye on the prize, by keeping your feelings at bay. You can be vulnerable and strong at the same time. Open yourself to unclouded potential by turning your back on you own overreactive emotional impulses…and then you will truly be a great King.

“Managing your emotions doesn’t mean you don’t express yourself; it means you stop short of hurting others and sabotaging yourself.” - Sue Fitzmaurice

The King of Cups (Reversed) from Charissa Drengsen’s Steampunk Tarot

Two of Pentacles into Three of Wands…

Hey! You are distracted and there is something going on in your life that you are not seeing. It’s looming in the horizon, while you are lost in the juggling of day to day commitments or dreaming of something more. So, ground yourself and stay in the here and now. Spend some time on a Saturday examining what is right in front of you. I don’t know what this missing thing is, so prepared to be surprised. Could be something exciting and intriguing that is ready to emerge for your enjoyment. But it also could be the darkness you have been subconsciously avoiding which hovers ready to descend. Perhaps a friend or family member is up to something behind your back? Or is it something YOU are forgetting to do or say? Maybe a joyful surprise is ready to descend upon you! At any rate, take the time today to figure it out or at least make some space for it!

“Could be, who knows? There's somethin' due any day…
I will know right away, soon as it shows. It may come cannonballin' down through the sky, gleam in its eye, bright as a rose.” - Tony - West Side Story by way of Bernstein & Sondheim

The 2 of Pentacles into the Three of Wands from the Light Seer’s Tarot by Chris-Anne

Justice - Reversed…

Someone or something really got under your skin today! That person or situation challenged your core beliefs in a way that mad you feel uncomfortable. Feeling a little dizzy from your own inner questions regarding your personal value system? While it may feel incredibly violating -the way they saw directly into your soul and held your moral system hostage, it could be a good thing. They might just be the catalyst that you need to spook you into a new way of thinking. Shake up those scales by scrutinizing your personal understanding of right vs. wrong. It may seem very black and white to you, but what about all those grey bits in between? This vulnerability you are experiencing is healthy. Realign your ethics and re-envision your way of life to accommodate for this change. Everything happens for a reason, so trust that this call toward greater justice is initiating a journey of self discovery that is poised to empower you and all you encounter.

“Values are like fingerprints. Nobody’s are the same, but you leave them all over everything you do.” - Elvis Presley

The Justice Card by Italia Ruotola from The 78 Tarot

The Five of Wands…

Is it just me, or has everyone lost their minds, lately?!? Really - whether we are taking cover from the constant barrage of the political and social insanity on the news or just trying to fight our way through the day to day challenges of work, family and life - in all facets of existence, people are acting like lunatics. Everyone has something to say, but no one is willing to listen. EVEN when you are collaborating toward the same goals, people are not willing to work toward that solution - they only want to scream and fight. So, are you feeling this fiery chaos and wondering how you can best handle it all? This Five of Wands from my Mystical Moments Deck puts a new spin on the card and offers us a smart idea. It’s time to strategize. Can’t get ahead? Not being taken seriously? Frustrated at your futile attempts to work with others as “a team”. Focus on a new strategy. You don’t always have to force things and holler until you are heard - you can manipulate! Sounds deceptive, but sometimes life calls for a healthy dose of duplicity. Think about what you really want, how it can influence the greater good and then figure out the best move you can make to maneuver your players without them even knowing. Claim the upper hand. Take control of the game.

“In the absence of evidence to the contrary, always assume you have the upper hand.” - Ronnie Montrose

The Five of Wands from the Tarot of Mystical Moments by Catrin Welz-Stein

Judgement…

The voice of the universe is constantly calling to you with answers to your most burning questions. I know you think you can’t hear it, but maybe it is meant to be felt. Take a minute today or tonight to pause whatever it is that you are doing. Ask. Ask for the answers. Then close your eyes and listen beyond - beyond the percussive clicking and clacking of everyday noises, beyond the distant buzzing of traffic, beyond the whispering of the wind and the rolling of the waves. Keep listening beyond until it all fades into one glorious primordial thrumming. Let that thrumming align with the beat of your heart. Ask again. Feel what is there in that womb like embrace of strange music. Your life is meant to be felt with supreme purpose. Let go of all distractions and the answers will find you. In fact, they were likely dancing within you all this time.

“​Each one of us is a miniature version of the infinite universe out there.” ― Abhijit Naskar, What is Mind?

The Judgement Card from The Fantastical Tarot by Natalie Hertz

The Hermit & The Three of Wands…

So, I pulled the Hermit for us today and just as I did the Three of Wands flew out of the deck. Solitude is not the only path to enlightenment, my friends. If you have removed yourself from the everyday to gain a deeper understanding of who you are in the universe, you may want to re-think this strategy. The passion you carry within is longing to burn a path for you in the outside world. Levity and clarity of experience requires exploration and adventure in this moment. Plan a creative getaway and get out and do something active that is foreign, but exciting. In this case, in order to travel closer to your truth, you need to activate your fire. Shock your system by lighting the flame in your heart that you didn’t know you needed. When you are actively participating in the unknown, your mind and spirit will become keenly focused on what is most important to you - then you will feel whole. Can’t do this right now - plan it to happen within the next 3 weeks and have a thrilling time executing your plan!

“If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet.” - Rachel Wolchin

The Hermit and The 3 of Wands from The Light Seer’s Tarot by Chris-Anne

Four of Swords - Reversed…

A reversal of a card isn’t always bad. In fact, sometimes it can signify a shift in energy and a call to action. It seems you have been preparing for a specific challenge by utilizing a quiet solitude and rest to recharge and reinvigorate your spirit. You have fortified your own strength and confidence, by balancing your mind and bringing sharp and intense focus to what lies ahead. This reversal signifies the time is now to grab that sword and advance. Use that acute awareness and keen focus to take action this weekend. It will feel so satisfying to fight for what you know to be right and true with complete grounding and resolute determination. The rest and meditation are over. You are ready. Open your eyes. Release your hold on self and go after what you want, need and know to be yours.

“The successful warrior is the average person with laser-like focus.” - Bruce Lee

The Four of Swords (Reversed) - Art by Kwon Shina from The Dreaming Way Tarot

Three of Pentacles…

You’ve been hard at work to build upon and perfect a dream. Have you noticed the others that have come to your aid in this endeavor? It is to your benefit to recognize the handful of helpers that have lifted you up in the tiniest of ways. Tonight, before drifting off to sleep, take a minute to reflect upon your community and the people that are supporting you as you strive toward your life goals. Without them, you may not be where you are today. Even if you are still in process, feeling gratitude for the support system you have in place will help you to better understand who and what you have at your disposal and how you might better use their input and efforts. Don’t forget, you may be a key collaborator for their advancement as well. In fact, knowing how you fit into their puzzle will help clarify the needs of all involved. Working together for the greater good is the foundation for building upon dreams.

“Two ants do not fail to pull one grasshopper.” - Tanzanian Proverb

The Three of Pentacles from Oriens Tarot by Ambi Sun

The Knight of Wands…

Feeling a little resistant to change, but longing for something different? Life is constantly challenging us to step outside of our comfort zone and we will often do everything we can to fight it. But, someone fiery may rush in today to light a fire in your heart and carry you in a new direction. They have vision that surprises you with creativity, passion and drive and you may not have time to resist. Inspiration abounds when you are in their company. Not sure who this is? Maybe they haven’t revealed themselves yet or maybe you are so shell shocked by their wild approach, that you will never fully understand the remarkably necessary pull of their magnetism. It is meant to be experienced - not understood. Let yourself be carried by their warm and fearless energy - you won’t regret it.

“Passion is born when your heart gets carried away with a purpose greater than yourself.” - Roy Spence

The Knight of Wands from the Ostara Tarot by Eden Cooke, Krista Gibbard, Julia Iredale & Molly Applejohn

The Nine of Wands - Reversed…

You have been exerting a LOT of energy because you feel like everything in your life is a fight. Perhaps you have encountered more obstacles than you expected and maybe a few unreasonable people along the way. I understand just how infuriating this can be. But, if you continue to approach everything you do by anticipating warfare, then the battle is of your own creation. Let’s face it, you are exhausted and feeling like all this effort just isn’t worth it anymore, so stop fighting. It’s ok to just drop it, take a step away and let someone else deal with it. I mean, sometimes you just have to throw your hands up and say “enough is enough” and free yourself from the weariness. It’s time.

“If you expect the worst, you’ll never be disappointed.” - Sarah Dressen

9 of Wands (Reversed) from…not sure what this deck is - not going to fight for it either - do you know?

The Hanged Man…

The Light Seer’s Tarot has, possibly, my favorite depiction of this card. Often we must suspend ourselves above the fray with purpose. And when life get’s turned upside down it will allow us the opportunity to work toward a more meaningful existence by seeing and experiencing the world in a brand new way. The Hanged Man reminds me so much of the time we were supremely upended from our everyday routine in the form of the global pandemic. The “quarantine times” forced us all to understand what the preciousness of life truly means. While suspended above the lives we once had, witnessing the fragility of the foundations we had come to rely on, many deeply felt realizations were made. What were your most resonant discoveries while you dangled above the ideas you had once held so dear? After all of that difficult and meaningful work you did, it’s important to remember and retain that vital and transformational self actualization. Tonight grant yourself a moment to reflect on your thoughts, hopes and dreams in a time when thoughts, hopes and dreams were in short supply. What, of these wishes, is calling to you still? In the morning, take at lease one small step toward answering that call.

“Sometimes a change in perspective is all it takes to see the light” - Dan Broan

The Hanged Man from The Light Seer’s Tarot by Chris-Anne

The Page of Pentacles…

Life is a classroom and learning is fun! But, seriously, there is so much to absorb that can inspire and delight and, today, you get to design your own lesson plan. What is something you have been dying to know more about - something that intrigues you? Or what do you sort-of understand that you thirst for more knowledge on? Make sure it’s something that fills you with wonder and then decide on your next step. There are so many ways to expand your knowledge - read a book, research it online, listen to a podcast, enroll in a class…so MANY ways. Here’s a fun idea - do you know someone who has experience in this subject? Set a date to take them to lunch and interview them. You can spend today generating your questions. Is it something you can only learn by doing? DO IT! Why not dive in and figure it out as you go. But, as you immerse yourself in this personal course study, set yourself up for success. Think about how you might best retain all of the information that you plan to learn and make sure you have what you need. The best part about this studious adventure? There are no prerequisites. You only have to show up with wild curiosity and an open heart. Happy learning!

“I am still learning.” - Michelangelo at age 87

The Page of Pentacles from the Frideborg Deck

Ten of Swords (Reversed) into the Three of Cups…

Get ready for a little tough-love Tarot on this Monday. It’s time to abandon that “Sad Sally” version of self and get out and socialize! All of this mental torment and living in solitude is dead now - let it bleed away and come out of your shell and into the glowing light of your own festive, garden party! Don’t have a garden party planned? Welp, it’s time to start planning. Your friends want to see you! So snap out of it and start making phone calls. It’s time to get some events and gatherings on your calendar. You are a rare rose in a garden of fragrant flowers - connect with them, share with them, celebrate each other in ways that will promote joy and growth. Enough of your pity party - all that “I’m on the outside” brand of thinking is just that - your own thoughts holding you back. Coalesce with the people you love and embrace the vibrancy of who you truly are - TOGETHER. Now, pick up the phone, make a plan and get out and blossom!

“The shell must break before the bird can fly.” - Alfred Tennyson

The 10 of Swords (Reversed) into the 3 of Cups from The Slow Tarot by Lacey Bryant

The Emperor - Reversed…

This week is calling out to you to break some rules! Even if you are someone who likes to adhere to the guidelines that have been set in place, there is a project or situation that will really get under your skin. Why? Because you will know how to handle it in the best way to get the desired result BUT your approach may not align with the expectations of those in charge. Yes, this is a dangerous situation…but sometimes you have to take some huge risks on the road to success. Trust your instincts - do it your way. You don’t have to advertise that you are going against the grain, though. Be sneaky with your power and knowledge. Conceal your rebellion and boldly, but secretly conquer the demands of what is at hand. Don’t ask for permission. You can always ask for forgiveness later, but you won’t have to in this case. Now get out there, do it your way and break alllllll the rules - I won’t tell anyone what you are up to - I promise.

“Why did I want to break all the rules? Because the rules didn’t make sense - that’s why.” - Madonna

The Emperor (Reversed) - Artist’s Rendering on Deviant Art

Four of Pentacles…

Hello, Beauties! Today is a good day to play it safe and keep your eyes on what you have. Holding on to what you have acquired and enjoying the security and simplicity of life is encouraged. You don’t need to drop tons of money to savor the moment. No need to go out, you can feel glamorous right where you are. Use what you have at your disposal, sparingly, to create a fun and frivolous Saturday night IN. Holding on to what you have doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in what life has to offer. In fact, it can force you to become creative about how you experience the world around you and surprise you with hidden delights. So, put on your fanciest gown, and step into the kitchen to fire up a delicious meal and settle in for a candle lit dinner. Save your pennies, and relish the riches of your home!

“There’s nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” - Jane Austen

The 4 of Coins from the Couture Tarot by Megan Skinner