The Lovers - Reversed…

Spring is in the air and this week your love is growing in a wild way. Is this a good or a bad thing? Hard to say, at this point and it might be too early to pass judgement. But, whether you are deeply involved, freshly engaged or just letting your eyes and heart wander in a specific direction, your love is blossoming with a certain sense of danger. This danger is thrilling and fun, but also potently poisonous. As outside threats materialize your energy makes you feel like you are suspended in mid-air, the sudden jeopardy will make your heart skip a beat. You will find yourself clinging to that person, or that idea of that person with precarious abandon. That juicy feeling that leaves you believing that you can’t get close enough can also become be the biggest enemy to your connection. So relish the unknown forces that are pushing you closer together, but don’t forget you may need even more than a momentary thrill to nurture this untamed passion. Desperation is a powerful aphrodisiac, but if you long to maintain what you have, you may find you have to cultivate it.

“In this mad world of ours, we need a little wild love.” - CR Elliot

The Lovers (Reversed) - Artists Rendering on Deviant Art

The Ace of Swords…

You have so many thoughts swirling about in your mind, but this weekend a specific idea crowns your head with incredible promise. If you want to greet a new dawn in your life - the idea for how to make it happen is on the horizon this weekend. This notion will appear to you almost out of the blue and catch you quite off-guard. Though it may be ignited by something that happens or a person you meet, it will be completely and wonderfully 100% your idea. Whatever that strange and mysterious idea is, it is absolutely worth investing in. And by investing, I mean investing of self dedication. Commit to the work that will make this idea truly shine and you will be rewarded in ways you have not yet imagined. This weekend is your chance to spark something that will bring clarity and prestige to your world, so be open and aware and do not dismiss any of your random thoughts - they just might prove to be brilliant.

“Everything begins with an idea.” - Earl Nightengale

The Ace of Swords from The Star Tarot Deck by Cathy McClelland

Three Card Thursday…

Three cards jumped out and wanted to be seen this morning. There is a kind of emotional stubbornness that is cutting us off from a more thoughtful and abundant existence. It’s true, we feel satisfied in this moment and perhaps a bit triumphant, but internally we are refusing to let go of what we have accomplished and this is keeping us from a greater, more powerful exterior. Feeling fulfilled is swell, but what if there’s even more? Our need to control and protect this level of security threatens to limit our personal growth. Release that closed off world view, recognize that all good things will not last forever, and begin to invite abundance and understand of the depths of what is possible. Soon, you will not only approach these two energies, but use them to your advantage for self-expansion. And this will lead you to the idea that sharing, guiding and providing in a compassionate way, holds so much more fulfillment than you could ever imagine.

“When we live generously, with an abundance mentality, what we give away will multiply.” - Henri Nouwen

The Empress (Reversed) - The Nine of Cups - The Queen of Cups (Reversed) from The Rider/Waite/Smith Tarot Deck

King of Cups…

Today you might have to step up and take control of an emotional situation that has been trailing you. You will be confronted with that person or circumstance you just couldn’t deal with in at the time because of the fragility of the moment. Don’t panic. You have evolved to a higher level of emotional understanding. Ground yourself, breathe and take in what is being shared or discovered. Let it wash over you like water rushing through a stream or waves gently rolling to shore. Use this oscillation to your advantage and let the tumult of the instant nourish a deeper understanding of who you have been, who you are now and who you will become. Take ownership, but do not give in. Be the king of your own heart by making it clear that you are in charge. Then, take the time to be proud of the even manner in which you handled such a delicate conflict.

“Experience is not what happens to you — it's how you interpret what happens to you.” —- Aldous Huxley.

The King of Cups from Tarot of the Hidden Realm by Julia Jeffrey and Barbara Moore

The Devil (Reversed) into The Five of Cups (Reversed)…

Trying to turn over a new leaf? Don’t let guilt or shame pull you into the depths of emotional turmoil. In fact, this Tuesday may provide a chance for you to kiss regret goodbye. Don’t let your heart get ensnared in a web that will keep bringing you to sorrow - turn yourself around and face the sun. But, you know this already. It’s just become so easy for you to stay in a place of fear and doubt. You’re better than this. So, embrace all the good that comes your way today and use it as the life line you need to pull you out of this trench. You are ready. Let the cycle that holds you back fall away as you rise above it all.

“Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change.” - Brene Brown

The Devil (Reversed) and The 5 of Cups (Reversed) from the Tarot of Mystical Moments by Catrin Welz-Stein

The Ten of Cups…

Make your Monday a Wonderland of possibilities! Manifesting what you want begins with the very first step of dreaming up exactly what you desire. Why not initiate this energy with your own magic making spell? To start your week with flare and encourage personal fulfillment, plan yourself an after-dinner tea party. Make yourself a delicious cup of flavorful tea and take the time to savor it. Feel the warmth of the cup in your hands and let that warmth fill your heart. Smell it’s intoxicatingly sweet fragrance and imagine all of the sweet and succulent joys you would like to invite to your table. Taste the warm, juicy spices it fills you with and feel, in your blood, the many ways you might spice up your own existence. As you focus on this delight, write down a list of your own that you would like to manifest. Your tea-party of one will soon welcome so much more activity and amusement - which the potency of your spell can bring. Spring is starting to breeze in and you can raise your cup to honor its arrival and welcome newness of spirit. Why not use this moment to make a little magic for yourself?

“Sometimes I’ve believed in as many as SIX impossible things before breakfast.” - Alice - by way of Lewis Carroll

The Ten of Cups - Artist’s Rendering

Strength…

This week you will finally be able to reclaim the pieces of you that make you who you truly are. You will feel triumphantly fulfilled as you embrace the wildest, inmost values you keep hidden away and display your healthiest heart unapologetically. This experience will come with challenges - self acceptance, self love, and above all recognizing that you hold within you all that you need to be successful. Be kind to yourself as the rawest and most beautiful version of you rises to the surface. You are stronger than you think. You are stronger than you know. When you can finally let out a big roar of self-approval, it will echo through the world with quiet reverberation. Let your true spirit shine.

“Every roar is a lesson of strength. “ - Ashitha S.

The Strength Card from The Mythic Tarot

The World…

I pulled this card this morning and then I had a reading and it re-emerged in the most exquisite and meaningful way. The World wants you to know that you are at the heart of the universe. She reminds you that your possibility is limitless and your direction is unending. It is not your obligation to understand every single tiny detail that life presents, but to experience it with an open heart and mind. She longs for you to suspend yourself above heartache, worry and doubt and to spin into the cosmos and dance among the glimmering stars. She reminds you that you are a part of something greater, something indescribable and incomprehensible, so believe in the impossible and dream in alignment with the vastness of the heavens. Happy Saturday, my magic makers. Don’t be afraid to shine.

“Our world hangs like a magnificent jewel in the vastness of space. Every one of us is a part of that jewel.” - Fred Rogers

The World from The Tarot of Mystical Moments by Catrin Welz-Stein

The Devil…

Calling all Fallen Angels - this is your weekend to bring a little more of your dark-side out to play! A little trouble-making may be needed. If you long to liven things up, take control of the people you encounter and lead them on a forbidden path of mischief. Do what you want. Say what you want. Do and say what others only dream they could. And, have fun going after everything you want. Sometimes, you gotta mix in more vice to balance out that virtue, so start tonight by encouraging your confidants to join you as you turn down the lights and let your shadow self take the lead. “The Devil made me do it…”

“Here's a rule I recommend: Never practice two vices at once.” ― Tallulah Bankhead

The Devil - Art by Tara Reed & From the Light-Seer’s Deck by Chris-Anne

The Knight of Cups - Reversed…

There’s someone in your world that has incited an overflow of emotion in you! Whether this is a romantic interest or a personal/professional interest, they have truly tapped into your feelings in a way that has you gushing. But, are they what they seem? They may be charging in to lead you in the wrong direction. Be careful - it seems they figured out exactly what makes you tick. If your heart is spilling over because of what they have said or done, take a step back and examine their true intentions, especially if it all seems too good to be true. We all like to feel the reckless abandonment of giving ourselves over to another, but if you let yourself spill out in the direction of a manipulative energy, you will find yourself high and dry when all is said and done. Keep your heart at bay and take a minute to reassess the situation. You will be glad you did.

“Vision without integrity is not mission - it’s manipulation.” - Howard G. Hendricks

The Knight of Cups (Reversed) from the Robin Wood Tarot

The Moon - Reversed…

It’s a moody and broody Tuesday. Do you feel a little like you are about to crawl out of your skin? Your psyche hurts because under the surface, it is working overtime. There’s so much you secretly long for, but you feel like you must keep this hidden away. And this concealed desire is mutating in your spirit like a virus (too soon?) But, seriously, sometimes a different kind of illness takes hold - a deep and festering yearning for something different - something new. In an ever changing world, identifying exactly what it is that you need is challenging. Right now, all of that painful rumination is mixing together in an intoxicating way and soon it will spill out in a darkly beautiful way. When it does, everything in your path will be illuminated with magic. So, sit in this uncomfortable feeling and let your subconscious stew.

“A sunny, happy day is beautiful, but when it's moody, and storm is coming, there's an energy in the air.” - Brett Dennen

The Moon (Reversed) Artist Rendering - ArtbyJulia on Deviant Art

The King of Swords…

You had a powerful Monday! If you can’t sense your own intensity of purpose take some time to reflect back as you are ending the day and winding down. But, instead of simply thinking about it, pretend you are a wise old king, resting on the thrown and ruminating on the great responsibilities of a single day in their kingdom. What moments were you filled with precision like clarity as obstacles threatened to endanger your reign? How did you invoke your years of hard earned wisdom to create the winning strategy to conquer enemy castles? What level of grace did you bestow on the people you encountered, no matter their particular need or want? Rest here in appreciation of your own solid foundation of thought which prevailed over the challenges of the day! See - you are royalty…

“Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.” -Jim Hendrix

The King of Swords from The Slow Tarot by Lacey Bryant

The Fool - Reversed…

Skipping through rainbows? That’s a lovely way to start the week, but careful not to become so blinded by the sun that you blissfully follow your fancy into the abyss. This week, your inner child is going to try like crazy to distract you from all the important tasks you have at hand, but it’s important that you center your attention on what needs to be accomplished. This may mean that you have to give in to your whims just enough to keep that silly, carefree energy at bay. Be vigilant with your dedication to all you hope to achieve. If that means you have to dutifully make and check off “to-do lists” or enlist a friend to help you stay motivated - DO IT! Listen, to be creative and carefree is an incredible asset, but, sometimes, only if you can harness it in a useful way. Stay on course and look before you leap if you want to succeed this week!

“Starve your distractions and feed your focus.” - Anonymous

The Fool (Reversed) from the Sharman Caselli Tarot Deck

The Tower - Reversed…

Hey bunnies and other magical creatures -It’s time to float away from the chaos! If you find yourself surrounded by disruption that threatens your personal vitality and spirit, the moment is now to begin to rise above it. If it’s balance and strong foundation you seek, take a look around you and begin to identify all of the outside sources that wreak havoc on your opportunity to do so - and then, float away from that nonsense. You don’t need it anymore. If there is a lesson to bring with you, sure - take it. But otherwise, let go of it all and just fly your entire being toward a lighter and easier level of existence. Look, I’ll be clear - you don’t need all of that external turmoil. There may have been a time you thought that was exciting, but now you know - it’s just traumatizing, so break away - and rise above it. You know you are meant for a lighter, more uplifting way of living. Happy Saturday, my fun bunnies (and other magical creatures)…

“Rise above the chaos and embrace the joys of the soul.” - Anonymous

The Tower (Reversed) - Art by So Laza

The High Priestess…

The divine lives within you. That’s right…I’m talking about your intuition. This weekend, if you truly want to shine, trust all the magical understanding that you experience deep in the heart of who you are. In fact, use that brand of sorcery to harness the night with your own secret wisdom. Do you long for intrigue and mystery? Then share just enough of the secrets you hold close to arouse interest from particular parties you long to draw in. Invite them into your inner sanctuary and grant them just a glance of the mischievous light you hide from view. Emerge from the cloud of your subconscious to illuminate your own divine existence and a path for others to see in the dark. Be the divine intervention by connecting to your divine intuition. Have the most magical weekend, my friends.

“Intuition is seeing with the soul.” - Dean Koontz

The High Priestess - Unknown, but illuminating art by???

The Moon - Reversed…

The moon reversed on or about the full moon is tricky - isn’t it? The universe is sending you messages, but you don’t know quite how to decipher them. Listen to your subconscious as it tries to influence your life while you move through the normal patterns of day to day. “But, Holly,” you say, “my subconscious?!? I can’t even hear it!?!” Well, that is just not true. you may need to quiet your monkey mind and really pay attention, but there are definite messages coming through. Pay attention to your dreams - but not just the dream itself, but how you feel upon waking from that vision - that will tell you quite a lot. Also, listen to yourself when you are speaking to others. Complaining about your day? Rethinking your decision making? Ruminating on what you feel you truly want? These moments are the psyche’s way of letting you know how you really, truly feel. So focus in - that moon within you is waxing and it wants to be fully understood. Pay tribute to its beautifully eerie glow by hearing all of its secrets. Sweet dreams!

“If you want the moon, do not hide from the night.” - Rumi

The Moon (Reversed) from the Steampunk Tarot by Barbara Moore and Aly Fell

Six of Pentacles (Reversed) - Ten of Swords…

You’ve been giving so much, but what are you getting in return? Maybe it’s time to put an end to the overextension you feel you must adhere to in order to help or serve others. Do they really deserve so much of you? If you were to really fill out that score card in all areas of your life, you will have a better understanding of who can stay and who should go. But, wait! You don’t have to declare this or fight for what you believe you have earned. It’s a much better statement if you simply lay down your swords and stop offering so much of yourself. Just put a stop to it by stopping yourself from all the giving, giving, giving! It’s not cruel - it’s self preservation. They will definitely get the message loud and clear when you simply stop delivering what they expect from you. And, you will be amazed by the piece of mind you find in that moment of surrender. If you want a clean, fresh start - one that supports your own mental and emotional health…it’s time to stop giving over to others and give yourself the gift of freedom instead.

“Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option.” - Mark Twain

The 6 of Pentacles (Reversed) into the 10 of Swords - Art by Sushila Burgess

Three of Cups - Reversed…

In what ways did you silence your creative opinion to adhere to the group today? Sometimes life gives you no other choice but to blend in with the people that surround you, but you must be careful about crushing your vision and muting your vital voice. Think back and reflect on how you might have dimmed yourself today for the benefit of the whole. Make a list of the most important elements that you withheld. Study that list, decide what must be expressed and see if you can come up with the most logical way to bring those ideas back into the conversation on Tuesday. You don’t want to step on anyone else’s toes, but you might also have the information that they or the whole lot of you need most to be successful. Work hard to reinvigorate your own dynamic within the whole. You have a voice that should be heard and a vision that can inspire!

“The most courageous act is to still think for yourself - aloud.” - Coco Chanel

The Three of Cups (Reversed) from the Tarot of the Divine by Yoshi Yoshitani

Two of Swords - Reversed…

This week it’s time to free yourself from the torture of indecision. Being trapped by your thoughts is so tiresome, so get out of your head and make a move. You have spent enough time looking inward for answers - if you didn’t receive a message from way down deep within, then that is your answer. Yes, my friends, no answer is an answer and it’s urging you to just make a move - take a chance - do SOMETHING so that greater clarity can find you. We all love a big “Aha” moment! But, you won’t find that until you try something different - something new. Push yourself out of the comfort zone this week. Take action - even in a small way and that action may lead you in the direction you didn’t yet know you needed to go. Come out of the dark and step in the direction of your true potential. “Aha!!!”

“You learn so much from taking chances, whether they work out or not. Either way you can grow from the experience and become stronger and smarter.” - John Lennon

The 2 of Swords (Reversed) from The Steampunk Tarot by Charissa Drengsen

King of Wands - Reversed…

If you need more fire and passion in your weekend - you should let someone else take the lead. I know that sounds counter-intuitive, but there is someone in your life who is imaginative and daring and knows just what kind of excitement you crave! But they won’t take initiative, until you give them the chance. So, stop being so bossy and ask them what they think and you will open the door to the adventures they are ready to lead you on! Your heart wants fire, your pulse longs to race. Dial up the heat by exploring what this fiery person wants to do with you. They are creative, masterful and driven, so step aside and be ready for anything. You won’t be sorry you did.

“As soon as I saw you I knew a grand adventure was about to happen.” -Winnie The Pooh

The King of Wands (Reversed) Art by G A Rosenberg