Ace of Coins - October

A woman stands surrounded by roses. I feel that she is stood at the edge of a cliff looking out at the world below. Clouds obscure her view but the sun is breaking through, bringing with it a new day. A gold coin is above her. She reaches up to it, her arms open welcoming it. Magical orbs around her.

The Fool from last month has broken free and she has moved on. She's now able to see all that's around and can move to where she wants to be.

A secure new start is on the horizon. 

If you've always wanted to try a different career, open a business, or begin a new hobby, now is the time.

She's surrounded by growth, the sun is coming up to light the way, magic is guiding her. 

Hold up your arms, copy her stance, and feel the confidence and power. Speak to the universe and your guides. Tell them what you want and where you want to be. Give thanks. Trust and allow them to guide you. 

The Tower - July

A tower stands on what appears to be rocks, it is on fire and has been stuck by lightening.  A woman is falling from the building, considering her predicament she appears calm and un-phased. Over on the other side a devil figure is also falling, he looks a lot less in control than the woman, falling headfirst and spiraling out of control. At the top of the image a crown is also falling, who did this belong to? The woman, the Devil or someone we do not see?

Perhaps the tower needs to fall? A sudden change in circumstance can sometimes be what is needed to get us moving. Yes, at the time it is scary, but perhaps the collapse needs to happen to get us out of our comfort zone.

The Devil is losing control here, the woman remains calm and is going to land safely and move on. She has the choice, does she leave the scene, or will she re-build the tower? If she re-builds will it be the same as before or perhaps stronger, positive changes be made.

This is the chance to assess what is working and what’s not, get rid of what not’s and start again with stronger foundations. 

The Tower is a yellow card so linked with the solar plexus. Take time this month to look at what truly makes you shine, feel confident and full of joy. Do not be afraid to go after more of this.

Four of Coins - April

 We have a green card for April so time to focus on the heart chakra.  

A man stands cradling the four coins, he has a focused, serious gaze but his hands look relaxed. His guard is up but a part of him wants to open his heart. Behind him rays of light shine through a path of trees, and before him we have some gold creatures flying. Are they fairies or butterflies, or both?

This man needs to put the coins down for a while and relax. The coins aren’t heavy but he’s not able to move forward easily whilst he cradles them the way he is. The problem is if he puts them down he fears he might lose them. Wonder how long he’s been holding them? Does he even remember why he has them?!

If he puts them down he can dance and play with the fairies. He can turn around and see the new path and opportunity beckoning behind him. He just needs to relax and look, it’s already there. Is he missing out on new growth due to the fear or going down a new path?

What do you need to let go of this month that no longer serves you? In what area of your life are you being this man?

If there’s been a path calling you that you’ve been avoiding, maybe now is the time to take a step towards it and see where it leads. Open your heart to new possibilities.

2020 (bye!), New Year and the Six of Cups.

 

Happy New Year to you all. I hope you’ve had a safe, healthy and happy season, even though it’s been a weird one for us! I think it’s safe to say 2020 was an unexpected rollercoaster.

On reflection I would say mine was rather good. Back before lockdown I got to visit a video location of my favourite band, Suede 😊 I think the smile says it all, it’s just a bridge to most but to me it’s an iconic location! If you want to check it out search Suede “The Drowners” on YouTube. Also note the pre lockdown great hair before the huge mistake of bleaching it!

I then moved in with a friend (managed it with two days to spare before lockdown kicked in back in March), this is so I can save for a mortgage and get my own place, bless her I’ll be eternally grateful that she let me do this.

The rest of the year was spent, like everyone else in lockdown and trying to figure out what the hell is going on. For us two introverts though not much else seemed different. I now have a garden, we spent most of the summer landscaping it and I now live with four beautiful, fluffy cats (they’ve been noisily zooming round the living room whilst I’m typing this!) Me and my housemate have however changed our names to Bernard and Manni (characters from the TV series Black Books) as that’s what we’ve both morphed into. I’m Manni if you’re wondering!

So, 2021, hello. Bernard and I have set ourselves some SMART goals for the year. One of mine is to blog more! 😂To start writing and painting again more regularly, save for a mortgage deposit (obviously), and to fully embrace the hippie, witchy me. My ‘more regular blogs’ will let you know of my progress.

The tarot spread for this year has eight major arcana! Yes, eight so lots of change and high energy is in store. The first card, and overall theme for the year ahead is Strength. So, whatever happens we can deal with. We need to let the year guide us to where we need to go, grow and have confidence in ourselves.

January’s card is the Six of Cups.

I love her! She is so mysterious. To me it looks like she has stepped through a portal, is she coming or going though? And where has she been, where is she trying to get to? Perhaps these are questions we need to ask ourselves right now, where do you want to be? If you’re not there yet what can you do to work out how to get there?

SMART goals were mentioned earlier, perhaps this will help you get a plan together. Note down where you want to be at the end of 2021 and give yourself steps, they don’t have to be big, small progress is still progress.

You need to hold yourself accountable though, only you can do this. The woman could find herself wondering in circles, going through door after door but never getting to her destination. Try not to fall into this cycle.

On that note I'm off to practice my own advice and get creating and planning! With a break to watch the new years day Doctor Who special of course! 😍 Have a great January.

Princess of Wands - December

 

She wonders through the forest with confidence, she knows where she is going and trusts the journey. Surrounded by butterflies and a stag, she is one with nature.

This month is one of growing confidence. It has been a strange year for all of us, lots of changes have been made and for many of us it has been a chance to find ourselves again and realise what is important.

The butterflies represent transformation, how do you want to evolve? We can come out of this stronger if we allow ourselves.

The stag is a strong leader, full of beauty, integrity and grace. Channel his energy as you move forward knowing you can achieve all you put your mind to.

We have the grounding energy of the earth teamed with the fire of the wand. Let the passion and inspiration guide you now whilst trusting you are safe and secure.

Nine of Swords - November

The woman is surrounded by dark clouds, nine swords are suspended above her and could drop at any moment. She looks down into a reflective surface, staring intently at herself, possibly seeking answers.

Look after yourself this month. It has been a difficult year for all of us and it is not over yet. A lot of us are going to be feeling scared, stressed and overwhelmed. Do not try to fight these emotions, do not bottle it up.

Take time to speak with someone you feel safe with, reach out. You are not alone. Connect with your spirit and reflect by meditating, journaling or even getting creative, paint your emotions if you want. No one needs to see it but you.

This is a sacral chakra card, orange. Listen to your gut. Become more aware of your body, what does it want and need? Probably some self-love. Also take note of the foods you eat. Pay attention to nutrition so you stay as healthy as possible.

Six of Cups - October

Is she coming or going? The large, ornate doors behind her are not closed, has she left a room or come back to it? Has her path lead her back to the beginning?

If you have been feeling stuck aim to get moving this Libra season. Like this woman we have all the tools and knowledge needed but can sometimes fall into the trap of over thinking or being too rigid. Do not shut yourself in one room and believe you must stay there doing X, Y and Z. Step out and see what happens.

Also going back to basics can help. Do not over complicate things. Read through course notes again, go back to the beginner’s book. Keeping things simple is allowed.

King of Coins - September

The King sits upon his thrown surrounded by grapes and flowers; he is a picture of security and confidence. Two lions on top of the thrown appear to be reaching for the crown on his head. The card is violet which is connected to the crown chakra.

Focus on your security this Virgo season, believe more is coming your way. Grapes symbolise abundance, growth and inner transformation. Spend this month going within and looking at these areas. Where do you feel secure? Work on the areas you struggle with.

The lions reaching for the crown chakra are saying to me "know yourself". The King is strong in mind; he is secure in his connection to source and has faith in his intuition. Do the same. Sit in meditation and listen to your guides, ask them to work with you and show you ways on how to strengthen this. 

The grapes are also telling me "beware of the grapevine" only listen to your guides, trusted sources and get the full facts before making any conclusions about a subject or person. 

Two of Cups - August

The card shows two people who are very comfortable with each other, there’s no tension between them and they feel free to be who they are. Two cups shine above them creating balance. The card is about partnership and new relationships.

It's an orange card which links to our sacral chakra, this relates to self-respect, body confidence, allowing ourselves freedom to be ourselves and healthy boundaries.

When I turned the card I was told it’s about self-love. Self-love is a recurring theme that I see popping up at the minute; people are discussing it on Twitter, Instagram and in person with friends. Topics have ranged from body dysmorphia, eating disorders and menopause.

Be gentle with yourself, and with others as we never know what someone else is going through. For many the issues above are dealt with in silence and can be there for years before the individual addresses them (I didn't know body dysmorphia was a thing till the Internet came along, I finally had a name for it!).

Reach out to someone if you think they, or you, may be dealing with this. Let's work on helping and allowing these topics to be discussed without fear and judgement. If there isn't a close friend or family member you feel comfortable talking to take steps to find a professional or online groups and forums where you can be more anonymous if you wish. Follow others on social media who speak about their journey. I’ve begun following menopause accounts on Twitter and Instagram for example. Even if you take a while to feel comfortable chatting it’s nice to see that you’re not alone and there are others who would be comfortable listening to you.

So going forward let’s begin treating ourselves and others with compassion. 

Ten of Swords - July

The woman lies down on the ground, snow is thawing and the swords stand behind her. One sword is embedded in her waist, stabbing between her heart and solar plexus. Light is on the horizon though, a new dawn is coming.

We’re at the end of a cycle, and the last few months have been difficult for some. People are wanting a new start, the pandemic has shown us that going back to how it was before wasn’t working for many and our way of living needs to be addressed.

Change can be frightening, no matter how badly you want it, and it can also take time. Take small steps rather than a giant leap, make changes gradually so it feels less stressful and you don’t burn yourself out.

Also if a situation you were hoping for doesn’t work as planned, be kind to yourself. There’s no need to beat your-self up, let your-self feel the hurt and then take steps to heal. A new start is on its way and you will grow through this time.

The World - June

Five of Swords - May

Hope you’re all okay and this finds you well during these difficult times.

This card can mean conflict, that doesn’t have to be violence. It can be conflict within yourself or, as these times are proving for many, that the old systems weren’t working and that it’s time to cut cords and make changes.

A man holds two swords close to his chest; three others are close by.  Two women are behind him; they appear to be walking away. 

Which person do you connect with? The woman in the distance who has already decided enough is enough, the woman in the middle who appears to be glancing back. Is she in two minds about whether to stay or leave? Or the man who appears equipped and ready to fight if needed?

The one you relate to will give you a clue as to what stage of your journey you are on. Let your intuition guide you along the right path.

The fives are connected to the throat chakra, blue: this links with speaking your truth and self-expression. Be honest with yourself and others, have patience during this time. Get creative with your words. Begin writing, either journal, poetry or get on with writing that story you’ve been mulling over for some time.

The Chariot - April

It’s an understatement to say a lot is going on in the world right now. Firstly, I hope you who is reading, and your loved ones are safe and well. 

Last month’s card was the Fool and it certainly turned out to be a new start for us all! It feels like a new chapter in the way we live has begun.

This month is the Chariot, another major arcana card.

The lady in the card is deep in meditation, she looks unaware of the chariot and three horses approaching behind her. But deep down she knows. She is at the crossroads and is letting go of more old routes.  

Both the Fool and Chariot are red, connecting with the base chakra. This time is asking us to look at out ingrained habits and what makes us feel truly secure. What will we go back to once this time is over? What have we realised we can do without? What roots are truly important?

It currently feels like we’re not in control, and there are always big changes this feeling will apply to. At the minute all we can do is trust where the journey takes us.

The Fool - March

In a lot of decks, the Fool is depicted as a young person about to step off a cliff, they usually have a dog with them and a ‘in their own world’ vibe about them. Not this card.

The Chakra Wisdom Tarot shows a young woman emerging from deep, strong roots, there are trees growing behind her, the branches reaching up appear to grow from her. There is also a white light emanating from her heart chakra. She doesn’t appear foolish, more confident and determined.

She represents a new start; the strong roots of her past keep her grounded as she begins her journey into the unknown. But she also needs to break away from these roots and trust that she can move on safely. We have a choice now. Do we stay where we are, or do we embrace this new chapter and move forward with confidence?

Take a risk, step out of your comfort zone. Say yes to that new opportunity and see where it leads.

Ace of Swords - February

She rises from the sea holding her sword, ready to cut through to the truth, the clouds covering the sky begin to clear as clarity unfolds.

This month is about stepping forward, out of your past and realising you have the strength and knowledge to become who you want to be. Don’t let the tides pull you back, move forward on to dry land and create your life.

She is also advising us to pay attention to any ideas that come to us this month. Seeds of Imbolc are beginning to grow, and light is returning, time to let your ideas bloom. Nurture them and spend time tending them. Don’t let old limiting beliefs hold you back.

The card is linked to the base chakra, red is linked to grounding and your roots. Let go of old family beliefs, speak with your ancestors to discover what karmic patterns are running through your life and ask how you can cut the ties. It’s time for you to move forward.

Queen of Coins - January

Happy New Year! I hope you’ve all had a lovely festive season and are ready to head into 2020 refreshed and full of optimism.

The tarot is kicking us off with the Queen of Coins. I’ve been wanting to connect more with my Chakra Wisdom Tarot deck so will be using these going forward. They have all the tarot symbolism, but each card is also connected to one of the chakras which excites my Colour Therapist side. 

This Queen is telling us to believe in our abundance, aim to only focus on that and not the negative. Now is a good time to look at finances, yep I know that can be scary, but bite the bullet. Turn it round to a positive, see where you can make changers, create a budget, set up a savings account even if you only put £10 in it a month. It’s all a positive start. 

She also wants us to look at all we already have and be grateful, begin keeping a gratitude diary. Write five to ten things down you are grateful for every night before you turn the light out to sleep. This will help send the blessings out as you drift off. If you do have worries write them on a separate sheet of paper first and keep it to one side. When the next new moon comes around burn this to release it.

This Queen is bathed in indigo which corresponds to the brow chakra. She wants us to recognise our manifesting power and intuition. Begin to pay attention to your thoughts and feelings, respect them.

Seven of Winter - November

A graceful fairy skates across the ice. She is in the flow, and not fully aware of her surroundings, focusing on the skating and the decanter of liquid in her hand. Her hood is up blocking her peripheral vision.

Going on the marks left on the ice she’s been skating a while. Is she simply happy to be in the moment, enjoying the dance, or is she avoiding something? Does she not want to look and face the truth of the matter?

Which one are you doing?  Be honest!

If you’re being realistic, looking at all sides of every situation and overall enjoying going with the flow whilst keeping practical expectations, carry on. That’s great.

But if you’re deceiving yourself, and others, burying your head in the sand and not facing reality now is the time to stop.

If like this fairy you have been going round and round always getting the same outcome maybe it’s time, to be honest with yourself. If you go round again what will have changed? Nothing, unless you do something different. So try something different.

Remember that you can’t go on like this forever. Eventually the ice will thin and break, it will thaw, and the situation will force you to make a change.

I know it can be difficult but aim to be brave and make that change now before other factors force you to.

Justice - October

The scales for Libra season, how apt! The beginning of autumn when days get shorter, nature transforms into rich colours and we begin to start getting more cosy with layers and heating. It's also the time to begin reflecting on the year that's passed. Justice asks you to be honest with yourself. This card shows two fairies in a lush forest looking up at a sword, Excalibur. Both fairies are holding the scales, balancing and weighing up options and the truth.

Ensure you look at all options this month, get all sides of a story and situation before you make any decisions. Aim to be as impartial as possible where you can.

Also, remember to trust the guidance that is given to you. As the fairies look to the sword and scales, look to your guides and ask them to reveal what is true for you at this time. Take note of what they give you and stand by it.

Two of Autumn - September

She flies amongst the leaves and flowers, juggling magic balls of light. The fairy isn’t stressed, she’s relaxed, in control and enjoying it. She’s making it playful.

If you have a lot coming up this month, know that you’re in control. When more appears to be being thrown your way by work, family or just life challenges, remain calm and remember that you have everything in hand.

Be careful though. At work, you have to take on what is handed to you, but outside of work ensure you only agree to the activities you enjoy. If it’s not fun, creating joy or making you excited drop the ball. There’s no point in burning yourself out taking on extra that doesn’t make you happy.

King of Spring - August

A fairy King stood in front of his throne, he’s not sat down relaxed but stood ready to take action. He’s in a garden abundant with grapes, flowers and bee hives. Dressed in white, gold and red he is a striking confident figure, holding a lit wand ready to light the way.

This is a month where you are encouraged to take action. Everything you begin and put your mind to will be a success if you believe and take the necessary steps needed. Let your confidence shine.

Don’t be afraid to show off your achievements, what are you proud of? There’s going to be something for everyone. Art, writing, music, empathy, sport, leading. The list can go on, what is your superpower? Own it.

We live in a world that encourages us to dim our sparkle. Let’s all make a decision not to fade going forward. We all have different talents and gifts. It’s time to show them off and be proud of who we are!