Death and the Magician

Today I am using the Hanson Roberts tarot deck to get some insight into the energies of the day.

The first card is Death and this signifies the end of a cycle or phase in your life and the importance of accepting it. This is the time to let go and adapt yourself to oncoming changes in your situation. What's ended or is about to end has reached a natural and inevitable closure. There is nothing further you can do about this situation and it is best to let life takes its course from here rather than resisting or fighting the forces of nature. Every ending portends the beginning of something new so look forward to what lies ahead of you instead of looking at the past. If you trust in the innate wisdom of the universe you will find this period of transition not only easy but enlightening. It may be the only way to avoid stagnation and allow growth. This may also point to mundane issues like shedding an old routine, end of a project or milestone, end of conflict / relationship issue or a health issue. Whether the ending itself  invokes either positive or negative feelings, remember that it was necessary and would take you forward into the next phase of your life. Acceptance is important as is hoping for the best and staying positive about what is to come.

The second card is the Magician and this points today to a surge of energy and determination to make things work for you. Your will power and desire for action will manifest positive results in your life provided you are able to channel your energy in a clear and focused manner to your goal. Make sure you have all resources and tools of trade handy before you start. This is a good time to do something you truly desire and focus all your energies to that purpose. This card suggests great personal power and much depends on how you use it to serve your purpose, whether you choose to inspire or manipulate. Do not give way to distractions or negative thinking. Astrologically, this is represented by the planet Mercury which is about communication, intellect and the power of expression. With perfect integration of thought, words and action you can make magic happen.

The constant flow of things involving ending followed by another new beginning seems to be the key theme for today. Try and maintain a balance between your emotional and intellectual response to these cyclical forces. And remember true power comes from within when we think and act consciously and with positive intent.
Have a great day!

Nine of Pentacles and Eight of Cups

Today I am using the Thoth tarot deck to get some insight into the energies that would work in our favour and against us.

The first card is the Nine of Pentacles and this is representative of Venus in the zodiac sign of Virgo. This placement of Venus is very favourable for personal development and financial gain, however, it is not the best for close relationships. You may enjoy being on your own today and prefer to be involved in your private pursuits rather than seek out company and togetherness. Financial or material gain is likely. There will be a sense of abundance, good health and luxury about you and because this is something you have earned rather than inherited, you will have a quiet but high regard for your own abilities and feel you deserve the happiness you are blessed with. There will be contentment and a desire to enjoy the fruits of your labour so some of you may go shopping to gift yourself a little something or pamper yourself in some way. A good time to indulge in your creature comforts without guilt.

The other card is Eight of Cups and while it again emphasizes the material and emotional abundance in your life, it also suggests some discontent or boredom with it. You may tend to take your blessings for granted and feel indifferent to them. There may be a feeling of something elusive missing despite your having everything you could ask for. This is the effect of Saturn in the zodiac sign of Pisces which may make you melancholic and lose interest in day to day affairs. The card is sometimes titled 'Indolence' and points at a tendency to leave projects halfway through, work unfinished and relationship issues unresolved. Instead of fighting it out and working your way through conflicts you choose to move on to and go off in search of something else. Try and resist the urge to quit when persistence is required, you may be very near to your goal. Saturn is a planet that teaches through hardship and there may be a lesson in perseverence for you today so whatever happens, do not give up. Keep on at it and you will find much to celebrate and be grateful for in your present life.

The Pentacles and Cups theme points to a quiet, passive but deep appreciation of the material and emotional aspects of your life. Try to keep your long term goal in focus even as you take a short break to indulge yourself. Avoid taking your success for granted, it's hard earned and needs constant hard work to sustain.
Have a lovely day!

Silence and Understanding

Today I am using the Osho Zen tarot deck to get some insight into the energies of the day.

The first card is Silence and this corresponds to card number 17 - The Star, in a traditional tarot deck. There is a deeply meditative, tranquil quality about this card. A stillness in which everything seems possible, everything seems just right. This is a place where you arrive at after a time of chaos and confusion. The calm that follows a storm. You are appreciative of the wisdom of the universe which may be incomprehensible but feels real. You will be generous today with the people around you and unafraid to reveal your vulnerabilities. You will somehow achieve a sense of balance after seeming to lose it. There will be a sense of belonging and security within you inspite of everything being just as it was. This feeling of trust would come from within and not depend on your external circumstances. However temporary this feeling, it will give you much hope and inspiration for the days ahead. Let yourself feel this silence within you deeply and knowingly and give your mind a break from constant analysis of right and wrong.

The other card is called Understanding in this deck and this corresponds to the Page of Cups in a traditional tarot deck. This card is all about allowing yourself to trust your instincts and first impressions about something or someone. This is similar to the realization a bird in a cage has of being able to finally spread her wings and fly out into the vacant expansive sky. It is exhilaration mixed with apprehension of the unknown. You may be a bit hesitant to acknowledge your own feelings about something or someone because they may seem illogical. However, your gut reactions may be important today and prove valuable in the future. Do not dismiss these thoughts, try and back these with some research so you can have a sound, rational basis in which to process your thoughts. Emotions will also play an important role in how you react to people and events today. Trust in your inner wisdom and allow yourself to go with the flow of things rather than engaging in self doubt or misgivings about others' intentions. Trust will take you forward and towards light.

Today is a good day to let your communication flow from a place of much emotional depth. You are instinctively perceptive of the fallible nature of human life and forgiveness and compassion will come easily. You will find it easy to rise above petty selfish issues and act maturely especially in close professional or personal relationships. Your positive energy will rub off on others and enable an atmosphere of calm. Stay blessed and have a great day!

Three and Four of Cups

Today I am using the Druidcraft tarot deck to get some insight into the opportunities and challenges in store for us.

The first card is the Three of Cups and this is a card of abundance, good health, communication and sharing. Astrologically ruled by Mercury in the zodiac sign of Cancer, this is about opening up to people and expanding your circle of friends and social influence. You may try and be part of a larger group or welcome someone new in your gang. Hanging out with friends and colleagues over a meal is likely with lots of gossip or sharing of important news. Meetings and exchange of ideas may be the order of the day as you spend time planning the activities for the week ahead. You may have a need for a closer, more emotional bond with your buddies or in your relationship and the feeling will be understood and reciprocated. There will be a sense of abundance and luxury about you and over indulgence is possible. Be open and honest while communicating your real feelings and enjoy the connection you make today with others, it will have a long term positive effect on your relationships.

The other card is the Four of Cups and this immediately follows the feelings depicted in the previous card. You may be bored and tired of the predictability or superficiality of human interactions. Astrologically, this is Moon in the zodiac sign of Cancer and suggests mood swings, lethary and emotional insecurities. This may manifest as sudden, inexplicable silence after a time of fun and frolic. Your change of mood may seem whimsical to others but you would be reluctant to explain your feeling, most likely because you yourself would be unaware of what caused it. Take some time to meditate at the end of the day and ask yourself what is it that causes you to lose interest and focus. Is it the lack of passion for what you do? Do you feel stuck with the routine and patterns in your life that seem to take you away from your real goal? What do you think you need to change in order to bring the passion and focus back? Do not let your mind wander today and waste your precious time in diffused, unclear thoughts. Focus on getting back to business as soon as possible.

There is an excess of the Water element today and how this is manifested in your life would depend on how you express your emotional energy. You can choose to enhance it by connecting with others and expressing your feelings in words or you can isolate yourself, turn inwards and seek out your inner truth. Expansion and contraction are easy to the water element as it assumes the shape of its vessel. However, it expresses itself best by flowing freely and nurturing. Nurturing others as well as yourself may be an important theme today so enjoy the conversation as well as the silence.
Have a great day!

Queen of Pentacles and the Seven of Wands

I am using the Radiant Rider Waite tarot for some insight into the energies this weekend.

The first card is the Queen of Pentacles and this represents all things in the physical, material realm such as money, health, the homestead and our day to day interactions with colleagues, friends and family. This is a fairly positive time to invest in some financial venture, assess your income and expenses and take care of all your physical assets including your body, work resources and your immediate environment. There is a strong feel of nature and nurture about this card. Spending time in natural surroundings may be therapeutic. If you have people under your care, including children and the elderly, make sure you're available for them and are able to provide the resources they need. In addition take time to nurture and pamper yourself. Prioritize for some alone time by enlisting the help of others and make sure to attend to your personal needs as you handle various responsibilities. Going out for a family outing or meal is likely. You will be eager to shower care and attention on others today as you feel good about yourself and the abundance in your life.

The other card is the Seven of Wands and this is about some kind of struggle for self importance. You may have some issues with self esteem this weekend and try to compensate for it by either assuming a more than usual assertive stance or being overly emotional or caring towards others. Try not to get involved too seriously in every single argument, save your energy for the battles that truly matter to you. Try also not to bend over backwards for others' sake so much that you neglect your own health and peace of mind. Avoid being too touchy about what people say to you in a casual manner. You may have to consciously remind yourself of the need for a balanced, win-win kind of approach. There will be high energy and this will enable to you handle any situation in a mature, responsible manner. Only remember not to go to extremes this weekend and remain playful through it all.

The Queen of Pentacles is a very earthy, feminine energy with a practical, sensible attitude towards life. The Seven of Wands is Mars in the zodiac sign of Leo and while it gives vigour and strength it may also point to some inner insecurities and egoistic behaviour. Both cards remind you to take care of your body and mind even as you are blessed with good health and vitality. Make enough time for relaxation and fun and have a lovely weekend!

Four of Wands and Justice

Today I am using the Robinwood tarot deck to get some insight into the important themes and influences of the day.

The first card is the Four of Wands and this is all about recognizing and celebrating a moment of beauty, freedom and joy. Astrologically, this is Venus in the zodiac sign of Aries. Venus stands for love and warmth in relationships and wholehearted enjoyment of the good things of life. It is the planet of good luck and beauty and brings much cheer and lightheartedness in the midst of our mundane cares and concerns. Aries brings qualities of great energy, vigour and vitality. You may celebrate completion of a milestone today or commemorate an event. Good time to take your relationship to the next level, renew your vows or re-establish contact with good friends or close family members. You may have a sense of freedom after a period of hard work and feel good about your achievements so far. Some of you may participate in community events or personal or private functions to show your support to a cause or person.

The other card is Justice and this represents your readiness to commit to an important cause or a new direction in your life. Astrologically, this is associated with the zodiac sign of Libra which is ruled by the planet Venus so we see a similar theme echoed here of good luck and appreciation for beauty, truth and positive thinking. You may experience a moment of mental clarity today with regards to the consequences of your actions and will be inspired to set things right or make amends for past mistakes. Relationships may see some breakthrough moments such as resolution of conflict or taking a fresh approach to things. There will be forward movement and growth in your plans for the next stage in your life. A good time for entering into contracts and settlement of any legal disputes. Make sure to act with integrity which is another key message of this card. Be fair even if you are emotionally disinclined to do so. Your words at this time can have varying implications so be mindful of how you communicate today.

Overall this week is ending on a very positive note with an empowering message that positive action will bring positive results in your life. Remember to celebrate your little successes and share your joy with others. Have a great day!

The Hermit and the Ten of Rods

Today I am using my Hanson Roberts tarot deck to get some insight into the energies of the day.

The first card is the Hermit and this represents a need for solitude and quiet introspection. You may be feeling a bit cynical about people around you or feel that being at the centre of wordly cares and responsibilities only drains your energy and vitality. You may seek isolation today in order to go within and dig deeper into what is really bothering you. An inward search for greater meaning or your life purpose will connect you with your real self. Use this period to contemplate and question your recent actions, the consequences that followed and why do you think you react in a certain way to events or people. Such questioning will lead to greater insight about yourself and knowing yourself is the whole purpose of your inner journey today. In more mundane scenarios you may be seeking some sort of information or involved in explanations to bring more clarity to the issue. A mentor or trusted friend may be able to throw light on an important matter.

The other card is the Ten of Rods and this shows the image of a man carrying ten rods uphill with great difficulty. You may be feeling a bit weary after a stressful period of hard work. You may have been denying or suppressing your own needs for the sake of others. Resist the urge to do everything perfectly or all by yourself. Seek help when you feel burdened and learn to say 'No' to additional responsibilities or people who make unfair demands on your time and tend to take you for granted. Astrologically this card represents Saturn in the zodiac sign of Sagittarius so you may need to depend on the power of your will and great inner strength to carry on despite low energy levels and lack of enthusiasm. Try not to take things too seriously. Life is meant to be lived with a certain playfulness and awareness that nothing remains forever. Things have to remain in constant motion as on a giant wheel where sometimes we go up and sometimes we come down only to go up again. So act with faith and hope that every little action is adding something to your life.

The astrological associations of the Hermit with Virgo and ten of Rods with Sagittarius represent the mutable energies of Earth and Fire elements respectively. You may feel a greater effect of your environment on your moods today. Try to draw inspiration from within yourself and consciously seek out opportunities to be lighthearted and joyful.
Have a great day!