Category: Cartomancy

The Emperor shows us that domination of the mind over heart is sometimes not wanted, but in some cases it is necessary and even welcomed.  This is part of what we must think about when he appears.  When hard choices must be made it is important to maintain your concentration and focus.  This is something this time period will make easy for you to do.  Enjoy the assertiveness and confidence that this self-control and focus brings.  forge ahead and do what you know is best.  If you can master yourself, then you ought to have little problem mastering the world and all the things in it.

The Moon indicates that things may seem somewhat confusing to you now.  You may find it hard to understand where you are coming from, much less what others are thinking and feeling.  You need to try to sit with the uncertainty, don’t try to force things or people to do things before they are ready.  This card is the “Pisces” of the tarot deck.  Today, you are definitely in a more psychic and intuitive phase than usual, so it will be important for you to trust your instincts and your impressions, even if you don’t know where they are coming from.  Also, not that you need to be mistrusting, but it will be helpful for you to realize that when this card appears it is possible that all is not what it seems.  If you feel you can’t trust someone, then you probably cannot.  Go with your gut.  If you are waiting on an answer from someone, it may unfortunately take longer than you would prefer.  Try to remain patient.

The Fool is always an indicator of newness, as well as the purity and open-hearted energy of a child.  This is generally considered a positive card, with the caveat that it’s important to take time to be sure that you are “looking where you’re going.”  Generally, this card indicates new beginnings that have some deeper spiritual meaning.  For example, starting a meditation practice, or a relationship, as opposed to buying a new pair of shoes.  The appearance of the Fool can depict an important “fresh start”.

The Emperor shows us that domination of the mind over the heart is sometimes not wanted, but in some cases is it necessary and even welcomed, and that this is part of what we must think about when he appears.  When hard choices must be made, it’s important to maintain your concentration and focus; this is something this time period will make easier for you to do.  Enjoy the assertiveness and confidence:  it that this self-control and focus bring.  Forge ahead and do what you know is best.  If you can master yourself, then you ought to have little problem mastering the world and all the things in it.

This is a very spiritual card, often with sexual overtones.   It can mean that you are in a phase where you are going to be much more physically attractive to others.  The High Priestess is tied to the Moon, to femininity and to inspiration.  This is a time to rely on your intuition and your inner knowledge, rather than your conscious mind or intellect.  Pay attention to your dreams.  Synchronicities are likely now.  When the High Priestess appears, she also often represents a woman that he will want badly, but whom he may not be able to get.  Messages can come to you from all sorts of places.   Make a point to look at spirituality in ways that you have not done before.  Talk to people whose experiences and beliefs are different than your own.  Move out of your comfort zone.  You will be the richer for it.

Work ought to be going well.  If you’re looking for work, now that you have the wherewithal and the skillset to find it.  If you’re already employed, and there is room for upward mobility, don’t hesitate to negotiate for what you’re worth.  You might be surprised at the positive reception that you get.  If there’s not room for a raise or promotion where you are now, give serious thought to finding something where there is this possibility, or consider what it would take for you to strike out on your own business-wise.  You may have more options than you typically think possible.

Strength has rectified itself from a couple of days back, when it was reversed.  This is likely to be a very spiritual time for you, even if you don’t have anything close to a religious belief.  To be truly strong, you must pay attention to and develop each leg of the triad we are made from:  body, mind and spirit.  Be sure you are spending time on all three.  That’s hardest to do when things are difficult.  If you are at a low point today, know that things are very likely to be looking up soon.  This card is a reminder that you are stronger than you think.

The Chariot indicates a lot of energy, but not free-for-all energy.  It’s directed, controlled and has a goal in mind.  Today, you are likely to be fairly clear on what your hopes and dreams involve and what you are willing to do to get there.  The Chariot is about determination and ambition, getting things done and testing and proving what you’ve got.  Move forward with whatever you have in mind (and in your heart) and give it your best shot.  Remember, though, that you’ll need to use both your intellect and your heart in order to be truly successful.

The Empress is the archetype of feminine power.  She is watery and hard to fathom; mysterious, fertile and sexual.  She augurs a need for us to be in touch with our feminine side, to listen to our intuition and to give priority to our emotions and passions.  She can signify coming abundance.  People are goiing to be more attracted to you than usual, in every sense. You are likely to find people on your doorstep wanting your advice or shoulder to cry on.  This will be beneficial to you because you are now going to be able to see yourself more in the way that others see you:  as someone with wisdom and a lot to offer.  So share your hard-won perspectives on life, know that your wisdom and caring is valuable.

The Tower is about change.  Just as the Devil and Death, the Tower is not as frightening or as ominous as the pictorial representation, above.  Trying to hold too tightly to the status quo can be disastrous now.  Roll with the changes.  It is likely that some people/situations that you have counted on as being there for you may no longer be there in quite the same way.  This doesn’t have to be dire; change is the nature of life and trying to prevent it is like trying to row upstream without a paddle.  If you’ve been building castles in the air, this may be the time that some of them come crashing down to earth.  That’s only a problem if you allow it to be one.  You will be able to replace them with some more realistic and reachable dreams and goals if some fantasies fall apart this month.  Dreaming is important, but it is also important to be living in reality.  You will get through this time just fine, particularly if you remember that you have all the resources you need already inside you to deal with life and to do what you need to do.

Strength indicates the importance of mind over matter, and reminds ou to focus on what you do want, rather than what you don’t want, in your life.  It’s main point is that you have the ability to harness your thoughts and to use them for your — and everyone else’s — highest good.  Not only do you have the ability, you have the responsibility.  So, conquer your fears, control your impulses and never lose patience with yourself or what you are doing.  It’s important now for you to make time to meditate and contemplate and spend some time alone, even if you are in a committed relationship and have ump-teen children!  Do not allow yourself to spend time in preoccupation and fear.  Outward things will be going all right, but what is of the most paramount importance is keeping your head on straight.  This is likely to be a very spiritual time for you, even if you don’t have anything close to a religious belief.  To be truly strong, you must pay attention to and develop each leg of the triad we are made from:  body, mind and spirit.  Be sure you are spending time on all three.  That’s hardest to do when things are difficult.  If you are at a low point today, know that things are very likely to be looking up soon.  You are strong, and probably stronger than you think.  You got this.

Something that was once close to your heart now feels uninteresting or draining.  Today, take some distance from that project or relationship.  You may come back to it, or you may not.  What is important now is to replenish yourself emotionally and spiritually.  Take time to be alone to contemplate one’s emotions and decide if leaving is the best route.  It could mean literally leaving — changing homes, ending a relationship, quitting a job, going on a trip to find yourself — or, leaving behind hopes and dreams.  Either you or someone involved is tired of feeling disappointed and hopeless and is ready to look for better things.  Often, the Eight of Cups indicates a craving for spiritual deepening.

You can accomplish a great deal today, but discipline is key.  Stay focused on your goals.  Don’t let distractions interfere.  You have the skills and resources to achieve what you want, but not without effort.  It’s time to take control of your life.  Stay focused on your goal.  Harness all of your resources to get to where you want to go.  Don’t get thrown off course by your emotions.  Forego short term gratification for long term accomplishment.  And, the weekend is here, so perhaps enjoy traveling … be safe and be IN-Joy!

Pay attention to what you feel resentful towards or burdened by today.  Whatever you are feeling weighed down by, remember, it is something you chose, and also something you can unchoose.  Assess whether you want to remain committed to that which you have tied yourself to.  It may not seem like it, but you do have a choice.

Work on a project that is important to you today.  You have a very practical and strategic mindset that will serve you well. Don’t get caught up in little details — keep on moving and producing.  You can come back to refine later.

The Queen of Cups is the one woman in your life that is and ever shall be in your corner 100% … always caring, nurturing and empathetic towards you, your needs and what’s going on with you in this Moment.  Think positively, because this feminine energy is supporting you … at work, in your relationships, with your health and even your spiritual outlook … in all ways that you have yet to realize.  So give yourself a break today and be creative as you reach out, especially to other women, to nurture the relationships surrounding you.  In this way, you honor your mother and The Mother by nurturing yourself with compassion.  In a macrocosmic sense, this is the Universe reaching out to heal your Spirit with Mother’s love and asking you to See that all is related.  All are related.  And so … may you be pleasantly surprised with a dose of intuitive clairvoyance today as you embrace the Mother within you.

Today, you feel like a mastermind.  You have a mature, calm, analytical intellect which you use in the pursuit of truth and justice.  You are a direct communicator and an absolute professional.  Your decisions are based on careful thought.  If you have a difficult problem to solve, or a serious decision to make, today is a good day to do that.  Your mind is calm and clear, and you’ll be able to separate your feelings from the facts easily.

Your energy is akin to a mature, sensitive, romantic person.  You are an empathetic and kind listener, and help others to understand their own emotions.  You are connected to your higher self and receptive to messages from your dreams.  Pay close attention to your feelings and intuition, and listen to your heart.  You are nurturing and loving as you give of yourself to others.  You may require solitude in order to rejuvenate yourself, and being near water will heal, restore and inspire you.  Indulge your artistic side in a DIY project.

This card is about giving and receiving and the balance between them. It could be indicating that you show gratitude for what you have received by giving to charity or helping another with resources.  Pay it back.  It could be that if you have been giving of yourself you will see your effort returned.  Don’t be too proud to accept help from those that have more.  What goes around comes around.  Pay attention to how you use your energy and resources.  If you feel resentful or exhausted, look for ways to give in a more balanced manner.  If you are not getting what you expect in a situation, look at what you are giving.  Regarding relationships, pay attention to how you give and take with that person.  Is your relationship fair, or is one person doing most of the taking and little of the giving?  Even if we have very little in a material sense, there is always some way we can give.

It may be that you are ready to give up on something you’ve been working on for a while because you are not getting the results you hoped for.  Instead of turning your back on this thing you’ve invested so much into, look for the lessons in your errors.  Though you may be disappointed, it is likely that you’ve learned many things that will contribute to your future success.  Perhaps you have failed to learn from past errors and are repeating the same mistakes again. Pay more attention to the results of your efforts so that you can learn and get better at this task.

You know exactly what you need today.  Trust your intuition — chances are it is quite loud.  Be confident and proud about doing what’s best for you and in pursuit of your dreams.  No apologies.  In fact, your confidence and independence are likely to attract admiration from others.

Today is a day to think about what you really want, and to set yourself up to achieve it.  Start eliminating the behaviours and distractions that keep interfering with your dreams.  Be honest with yourself abut how you spend your time and take action to start using it better.

Today, be cautious about your health and finances.  Remember how important your well being and long-term goals are to you.  Even if you’ve slipped into some unhealthy habit or frivolous spending lately, you’ve still made some amazing progress and built a solid foundation for success.  Today is a great day to get back on track.

You’ve got a new bright idea, a burst of creative energy, a source of inspiration. Excitement, enthusiasm and energy for something new are available to you.  Now is your chance to be courageous.  Look for inspiration everywhere today!  Look for opportunities to be creative and express your enthusiasm.  Be ready to write down notes so you don’t forget the ideas that pop into your head.  Even if something seems “impossible” or way too big, write it down.  You never know!

Sit down and think about your goals today.  You have a very clear understanding of yourself, what you’re capable of, and what you want in your future.  Use that energy to get intentional.  Not only can you set great goals today, you also have the energy to start working towards them!

You may feel frustrated that things aren’t moving as quickly as you’d like today.  Be patient; stop trying to force things to happen.  Take this time of waiting as an opportunity to practice being present with yourself.  You may find that when you let go of your expectations that things turn out differently, and even better, than you’d hoped.  The greatest benefit will be had when you are able to let go.  Don’t try to control the present situation.  Try to make peace with uncertainty.  A sacrifice may be required now in order to move forward.  Now is the time to get in touch with the spiritual aspects of yourself.

Today is a great day for creative play and for spending time with people you love.  You have a lot of love and passion flowing through you.  Find ways to share it.  On the other hand, it’s not a great day for big decisions.  The dreamy energy surrounding you today could make something seem better than it actually is.

You may feel frustrated that things aren’t moving as quickly as you’d like today.  Be patient; stop trying to force things to happen.  Take this time of waiting as an opportunity to practice being present with yourself.  You may find that when you let go of your expectations that things turn out differently, and even better, than you’d hoped.  The greatest benefit will be had when you are able to let go.  Don’t try to control the present situation.  Try to make peace with uncertainty.  A sacrifice may be required now in order to move forward.

Here you are working diligently and happily on your project.  You have already completed quite a bit of your task and are now focused on maintaining the quality of your work.  You feel much satisfaction in what you’ve been able to achieve.  Today is a day to focus on your craft. It may be that you will soon be employed in steady and rewarding work.  Or, perhaps you need to persevere in a matter that is near completion.  Or, you might now be learning a great deal through work that may seem repetitive. Don’t be lazy.  Don’t cut corners.  What you are creating or doing is a reflection of who you are.  Put in the work you know you are capable of.  It is so worth it.  You are nearing mastery, so maintain your efforts and focus and see this project through to the end.

You may feel like sticking close to home today to get on with what you need to do there. The Chariot is a card of “safety”, whether this be your own need to feel safe and secure or simply the need to regroup your thoughts in order to find an answer.

Love life: This is a great day to spend some time at home relaxing with a special someone. You may also feel the warmth of your family’s good feelings towards you and all you do for them.

Work life: There is structure to your life today when it comes to work. If you are faced with a problem that seems too big for you, break it down to smaller tasks and go from there.

The loss suffered is of something dear to the heart, whether a relationship, a loved possession or a cherished dream.  It may be a loss voluntarily taken, but that doesn’t make it any less painful. Whatever loss or disappointment you’ve experienced lately deserves to be felt.  When you take the time to really feel your feelings, you can process them, learn from them, and then move forward with greater self-awareness and wisdom.  The lesson to be learned here is that with loss also comes change, and with change, opportunity.  We can avoid loss if we avoid pursuing our heart’s desire, but if we have the courage to risk loss we may also gain true fulfillment.

You don’t have to do everything yourself today.  You are not alone; there are people that care about you.  You are moving away, or planning to move away, from psychological pain or confusion.  Perhaps you are moving away from something destructive, such as ending an abusive relationship or moving away from friends who enable abusive behavior.  You may be going away on a trip (especially over water) to gain a new perspective on a difficult situation.  Reach out and ask for help.  It’s amazing how comforting a little support can feel.  You are gaining psychological distance from trouble by exploring your subconscious or gaining distance from the situation to get a wider perspective.  This is a time for transition and change is often difficult.  Once you make it to the other side, however, you will feel great relief thinking of what you have left behind.

You’re looking good today because you’ve worked hard and can now enjoy the fruits of your labor.  You’ve been all about self-discipline and you’ve succeeded in taming your impulses … like you’ve tamed that wild bird on your arm … meaning, you’ve accomplished much in taming your animal impulses.  Now, you’re craving a bit of independence.  Today, reward yourself for all the good, hard work you’ve done lately.  Be proud of what you’ve accomplished and treat yourself well!  Pamper yourself.  Take yourself out on a date!   By making the effort to celebrate now, you’ll be reinforcing your good work and replenishing your energy for even more success in the future.