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Refer to this when you need reminders of what’s important
What a strange thing it is to be a human! We’re unceremoniously flung into this strange adventure on this lush planet. There’s no instruction manual, no agreed upon “right way” to live. That’s part of the adventure; we get to figure out for ourselves what is important.
I’m pretty far from having figured out this whole life thing, but there are a few things I believe are important for me. I sometimes find I have to remind myself of these things again and again. And so today, I composed a few of them in a list for future reference.
What’s important for me may not feel so important for you, and vice versa. That’s okay. But despite the wildly unique facets of our souls, perhaps you’ll find something in my list that seems like a good reminder for you, too. Here we go…
It’s more important to be authentic than to be original.
It’s more important to regularly reconsider your vision than to doggedly stick to a plan.
It’s more important to be creatively expressive than critically acclaimed.
It’s more important to admit you don’t know than to appear “wise”.
It’s more important to consciously relax than to mindlessly numb.
It’s more important to live like you have finite time than to delay what matters.
It’s more important to feel all your feelings than to repress and let them become toxic.
It’s more important to be real than to be polished.
It’s more important to be deeply engaged than to be “just killing time.”
It’s more important to listen to your inner encourager than to obey your inner naysayer.
It’s more important to be expansive than comfortable.
It’s more important to hold space for someone’s concerns than to solve them.
It’s more important to have curiosity than answers.
It’s more important to be relatively constructive than to “save the world.”
It’s more important to have integrity than to comply.
It’s more important to live your own values than to convert anyone else to your values.
It’s more important to be present for the whole spectrum of life than to avoid pain.
It’s more important to gently redirect yourself than to scorch yourself for your mistakes.
It’s more important to take the next small step than to reach the finish line.
It’s more important to be genuinely broken than artificially whole.
It’s more important to be a force for healing than to succumb to despair.
It’s more important to arise from the ashes than to never crash.
It’s more important to sit with the mystery than to pin down the meaning.
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Tower energy’s got me like…
I am masterful at avoiding my inner demons, but they always catch up with me before too long. I can circumvent life lessons, but I can’t permanently avoid them. If I didn’t fully integrate them the first time around, surely as the sun they will rise again.
And even when I do finally make peace with the chaos within me, it doesn’t just dissipate. Sitting with that chaos is a daily practice. Watching it change shape requires constant mindfulness.
And maintaining that mindfulness…well, it isn’t always easy. It’s easier to switch off. To distract my attention with social media or work or tv or whatever else.
Because staying mindful, for me, means bravely standing in the thick of my own inner chaos. Over. And over.
And jeez! That can get exhausting.
But the divine irony here is that resisting facing myself, avoiding inner work, and clinging to my outmoded ways of being actually takes up MORE energy than just…facing the music. The chaotic (but at the same time achingly beautiful) music of my inner landscape.
My card for August is the Tower (and if you follow me on Instagram, you’ve already seen some of my pretty raw thoughts about this). This Tower energy has been building up inside of me for quite some time. We are usually the architects of our own towers, after all.
I wish I could blame some volatile external force, but I have to admit that consciously or unconsciously, I built this fortress myself.
I built it, and I have been living in a tower. A Tower of old beliefs, of fears, of smallness, of shame, of weird habits and avoidance tactics. I haven’t wanted to admit that to myself, much less to anyone else.
For some time now, my Tower has been cracking and creaking. It’s been showing signs of wear. Signs that it needs to be demolished. But I’ve tried to ignore those signs. I’ve tried to convince myself that golly gee, that’s not a crack in the foundation! Everything is juuuuust fine!
In fact, the hardest I’ve laughed in months was looking at pictures of dogs who are stuck but pretending everything is fine because #same.
There’s a gift that tarot gives me again and again: the gift of metaphor. The cards make it easier for me to see my inner landscape for what it is: a stew of archetypes and stories. Experiences that are wholly mine, yet utterly entrenched in the collective unconscious.
(I’m not trying to be vague. I’m just doing what my mystic heart was born to do…I’m viewing the human experience through the lens of story and myth.)
And in this current metaphor, I essentially have two options. The first is to continue to squirrel myself away in the Tower, throwing up haphazard patches and pretending that the inevitable collapse isn’t going to happen.
Or, I can lend a hand in the Tower’s upheaval. I can be the one to throw the dynamite at the damn thing. I can actively help those bricks find their way to freedom.
That’s the choice I’m making this month. Even when part of me doesn’t want to. Even when part of me STILL wants to stay cooped up in the Tower. Gently, I am telling her “let’s go, my love. We are done here. This place is crumbling, so let’s quit feigning it offers true protection. We will be okay. We will survive AND thrive. Squirming away from the chaos is not a wise expenditure of our energy. Let’s jump right into the chaos.”
Because chaos is the ONLY path to clarity.
I will not frame my tower as a cataclysm; instead it is a catalyst. My tower doesn’t have to result in a breakdown; instead it can set the stage for a breakthrough.
I won’t lie, it still feels weird. I’m still not sure how to proceed. And I still don’t like it. But this is where my myth meets my reality, and it’s about time I quit resisting the call and finally show up for the challenge – like all true heroes eventually do.
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Gaian Tarot review: a healing, diverse deck
Hey guys!
If you’re a fellow tarot reader, you probably know that feeling of having the right tarot deck show up in your life at just the right time. That was sort of what happened to me with the Gaian Tarot.
I was contacted by Joanna Powell Colbert, the deck creator, and offered a complimentary deck in exchange for an honest review. I looked at some pictures of the deck online and proceeded to tell her “sure!” I believe it was originally self-published but this edition is put out through Schiffer publishing. Watch the video review, or read the text version below:
As I’m doing this review it is July of 2016, and there’s been some tumultuous stuff, violence going on in the world. Like many people I’ve been struggling to process the news lately, and I have to say, the Gaian Tarot feels like a very healing deck. In fact, the tagline of the deck reads “healing the earth, healing ourselves.” There’s been several times when I’ve pulled cards from this deck simply asking for a healing message, and I’ve had some profound experiences already.
So, let’s get into the details of this review, shall we? The box is nice; it’s big, and it’s sturdy. Upon opening the box you’ll find what might be my favorite thing about the deck – the accompanying book.
This is not your average “little white book.” It is a legitimate book, in full color, and the information here is high quality and in-depth. In fact, I’d imagine that even if someone was a complete beginner to tarot, the book that comes with this deck would give them a good starting point. For each Major Arcana card the book offers an overview, thoughts on what the card means in a reading, themes and symbols of the card, journaling prompts and an affirmation. This is a lot of info, yet it is still presented clearly and concisely.
The Minor Arcana cards are structured by number, instead of by suit. I’ve only seen a small handful of tarot books that use this approach, and I quite like it. This book still pays respect to the differences of the suits, but using this structure puts a special focus on the numerology at work. For each minor card; the book gives an overview, thoughts on what the card means in a reading, and an affirmation. In addition to describing each card, the book also gives some thoughts on working with tarot and includes ten spreads for you to try.
Although this deck does follow a traditional tarot structure, there have been many changes to card titles, especially in the Major Arcana. About half of the Majors go by unique names here. I’m sometimes leery of decks that use alternate card titles, as it doesn’t always hit home for me. However, I think it was pulled off beautifully with the Gaian Tarot. The card titles used here all have a subtle, earthly spiritual vibe to them, and that fits the vibe of the deck as a whole. The minor cards are referred to by their elemental titles: air, fire, water and earth.
Card stock is not a deal breaker for me, but I do appreciate good card stock, and this deck is a bit lacking in that department. The card stock is glossy and shiny, and the cards are also quite large. The size is nice in terms of having more visibility for the images, but it makes shuffling awkward. I’m also not a great fan of the blue card borders (the video shows what I mean). I think they make the cards look sort of like flashcards – like I should be learning my times tables with them, ha! But again, card stock is not a deal breaker, and it isn’t terrible – just not what I prefer.
As is clearly apparent by the name, this deck has a lot of earth-based spirituality themes. If you are interested in the ways that humans, plants and animals energetically and physically co-exist, you’d probably vibe with this deck. It has a holistic feeling, a sense of interconnectedness. I’ve seen some decks that get a little too Disney Princess-y in this regard, but I think the Gaian Tarot does show the gentleness of the earth without ignoring the sheer power of nature.
One of the coolest things about this deck is how authentic it feels in the portrayal of humans. If you spend a lot of time hanging out in the tarot community, you may have been aware of the hashtag #tarotsowhite which has been doing the rounds. This deck is a nice example of a deck that honors diversity. Here, we see humans of different ages, different body types, different skin colors. It feels like a more genuine representation of the human species, and I appreciate that.
That said, the next thing is more of a personal style note. Lately, I’ve been gravitating more towards decks that don’t use human figures, or use very abstract human figures. However, working with the Gaian Tarot has helped me appreciate that there is a certain place in my practice for a deck like this. Again, I have to mention the healing energies of this deck; especially as they pertain to real, human events. When I find myself troubled by violence, misogyny, racism or any other shadowy aspects of humanity; this deck has already proven itself to have great wisdom, providing messages of reconciliation and unity.
Last but not least, I think you can actually FEEL the care, attention and love that went into the creation of this deck. The art isn’t flawless, but it doesn’t need to be because it is thoroughly expressive. This wasn’t a deck that was thrown together in haste. The creator spent nine years on this deck, and I feel that time and devotion comes through in the finished product. This deck is a healing gift, and I’m glad it came into fruition.
You can purchase the Gaian Tarot from Schiffer Publishing.
Joanna Powell Colbert’s Website: www.gaiantarot.com
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Going “without”: taking a break from introspection
Lately I’ve been feeling something I don’t often feel. It’s kiiiiiiiinda eating away at me, so I’m going to tell you about it:
I’m EFFIN TIRED of “going within!”
I’m tired of thinking, I’m tired of solitude, I’m tired of pondering the meaning of life.
Ah, there. I said it and I feel better already. 😉
Don’t get me wrong; I’m quite comfortable in the vast caves of my inner world. I spend a lot of time contemplating, exploring the crevices of my psyche. I’m kinda like the Hermit – introspection is my natural state of being.
Usually, going within serves me well. But lately, I’m feeling the pull to GTFO of my own head.
I want to be out in the world! I want to go for walks! I want to work with my hands! I want to be around other human beings!
Maybe it’s the external facing, radiant summer energies. Or maybe it’s just a reminder that I’m a dynamic being. All I know is that I’m someone who normally goes “within”, but right now I have a need to go “without.” If you’re someone who is similarly inclined to reflection and soul searching…maybe you can relate.
There’s a lot of wonderful things about going within. I’m all about honing your intuition. I’m a decided proponent of consulting your inner guidance system. I’m fond of journaling, meditating, tarot reading…going within is something I deeply value; and something I think our society as a whole deeply undervalues.
Going within is often the answer, but not always. Sometimes, when you go within, your inner guidance replies clearly:
Right now, you must go WITHOUT.
Be of this earth, my inner guidance says. Talk to people from different walks of life. Be lighthearted. There are lessons hidden away deeply in the recesses of your own being. But there are also lessons outside. Sometimes, it is necessary to stretch yourself out of your cozy introvert box and into the wider sphere of existence beyond.
I have to remind myself that it’s OKAY to take a break from going within so intensely. It is okay to gently shift out of my normal mode of soul searching. Going without does not have to be a sign of weakness. It does not have to mean I’m resisting or avoiding my inner realm.
Indeed, it’s a sort of paradox: I went within, and I was told to go without. Sometimes it’s only by expanding our energy outwards that we reach the inner breakthrough we need.
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Standing for good in your own way
Today I drew the Three of Earth from the Gaian Tarot.
In the picture on the card, three women are hanging out in a kitchen. Each does their own work -one trims leaves, another pours liquid, and the third utilizes a mortar and pestle. They support each other’s efforts, they acknowledge that each is contributing to the collective good in her own way.
And that’s kind of like life, isn’t it? I believe most people are generally good. That isn’t to say we don’t all grapple with our shadow sides, and it isn’t to say our broader community isn’t damaged by those shadows. It also isn’t to say that some people aren’t blinded by privilege, greed, aggression…and it isn’t to say we shouldn’t call out those things when we witness them.
But most of us are trying to inhabit this space together. Most of us are trying to be a force for good. Most of us are making an effort to use our unique energy in a way that enhances the broader community.
And there are many ways to do good work, to contribute to the collective well-being. There are many ways to stand for justice, peace and love.
I think it’s important to be respectful of that fact – the fact that the way YOU stand for good might not look like the way someone else stands for good.
For you, standing for good might mean taking part in political activism. It might mean writing letters to your representatives. It might mean articulating your opinions on social media.
For you, standing for good might mean quietly praying or meditating. It might mean consulting your spirit guides or deities. It might mean going within and searching for ways that you can emanate love into the world.
For you, standing for good might mean allowing anger to flow through you, and then transforming that anger into passionate action.
For you, standing for good might mean staying calm, being at the center of the storm and holding space for other people.
For you, standing for good might mean writing poetry. Or painting. Or singing.
For you, standing for good might mean teaching your kids how to be informed, caring citizens of earth.
For you, standing for good might mean yelling. Speaking loudly. Shouting. Shaking people awake.
For you, standing for good might mean being quiet. Giving yourself the time and space you need to process your feelings before you react.
For you, standing for good might look like any combination of these things. Or it might look entirely different. None of these approaches are more or less valid than the others.
Your way of standing for good is not the only way. If you do not understand someone else’s approach, that’s okay. They might not understand yours. But we can all try to remember that there is no one right way. There is no one correct action that everyone should emulate.
Constructive criticism can be necessary, no doubt. I think it can be useful for us all to check in with each other, to ensure that we are bringing our A-game and not slipping into complacency. When we converse respectfully about what we are doing, we can help each other strengthen our individual efforts.
But nothing productive is accomplished through shaming and belittling someone else’s efforts. Good is built through conscious communication, collaboration and encouragement.
My good work might not be identical to your good work, but I appreciate that we can sit at this table together. We can do our own thing, while also respecting the unique flavors we each bring to the mix.
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How to read reversed tarot cards
Reversed tarot cards are really straightforward and everyone agrees on how to approach them.
…said nobody, ever. 😉
As you may know, I wrote a series of (personal, unofficial) interpretations of the Wild Unknown Tarot deck. I’ve received lots of lovely comments and questions about those posts, and there’s one thing I’ve been asked again…and again…and again. Which is, of course: what about reversed (aka inverted or upside down) cards?
And so now, I present to you Carrie’s guide to tarot card reversals!
To reverse or not to reverse
Tarot is a highly personal art form. It is a system that is loosely tied by tradition, and it can be very useful to verse yourself in traditional approaches. But as with any other aspect of your tarot craft, there are no rights or wrongs. Some phenomenal readers use reversals. Some phenomenal readers do not use reversals. You can choose which camp you’d like to set up with and you’ll be in good company either way!
As with anything else in your practice, it’s useful to experiment. Try out reversals and see how they suit you…or don’t suit you. Refer to the golden rule of tarot: tune in to your intuition.
A caveat, though. Although experimentation is great, give yourself a chance to acclimate. If you’ve never read reversals and want to try, set the intention to use them for a set period of time (maybe a moon cycle). Reading reversals can be uncomfortable at first, but sometimes sitting with growing pains leads to evolving as a reader.
You may find yourself dipping in and out of using reversals. For example, I generally do read reversals, but I find them unnecessary in certain spreads. And even if you use reversals regularly, you may find they feel wonky with certain decks (I don’t read reversals at all with the Japaridze Tarot for this reason).
Here’s why you might want to use reversals: they can result in more complex, nuanced and clear readings. If this is how reading reversals feels for you, great! Keep using them.
Here’s why you might not want to use reversals: they can be distracting without adding anything valuable. If this is how reading reversals feels for you, stop. There’s no need to force things.
You could say incorporating reversals into a reading is like adding cilantro to a dish: some people LOVE the flavor it adds, other people think it tastes like soap. It’s okay to be in either one of these categories.
How to read reversed cards: a few methods
So, you’re ready to give it a go, eh? We’ll now consider some theories of interpreting reversed cards. These are my go-to approaches; cobbled from various books, teachers, and personal experience. This list is by no means complete or authoritative, but I do hope it will give you some lenses to try out. Tune into your intuition to choose which of these approaches to use with any given reversal.
Resistance to the lesson
It is not always easy for human beings to swallow the lessons life presents us. We are masters at evading, justifying, or just flat out ignoring the things we most need to learn. When a tarot card turns up reversed, it is sometimes a signal that you (or whomever you’re reading for) is experiencing some level of resistance to that card’s lesson.
Say, for example, that you are considering how you can increase your salary. You know you’re being underpaid but you are weary to broach the topic with your boss because you don’t want to be pushy. You do a reading for yourself and the Two of Wands comes up reversed. This card is traditionally associated with boldness and confidence. Therefore, this card could show that you are resisting this chance to learn about actively asserting yourself.
This is one of the most common methods I use for understanding reversed cards. I find it to be such an empowering approach. Once we know where our resistance lies, we can begin to understand it. And as we understand our resistance, we can learn to transform it. In this way, we can open ourselves fully to what the universe is teaching us.
The Shadow Spectrum
Each tarot card has an entire universe of meanings. It’s a bit of an oversimplification, but consider that each card’s set of meanings could be viewed on a spectrum, ranging from light to shadow. Light is not equivalent to positive and shadow is not equivalent to negative. Instead, meanings on the light side of the spectrum are more readily apparent, meanings on the shadow side of the spectrum are more unconscious and insidious. A reversal can be a sign that the card’s energy is currently manifesting on the shadow side of the spectrum.
Say you’ve been having doubts about undertaking a new venture. You ask for clarity on these doubts and receive the reversed Queen of Swords. If you consider the shadow spectrum of this card, you might find that you are being overly self-critical, cynical and snarky. It seems that your doubts are stemming from shadowy unconscious beliefs, as opposed to well-thought out critique.
The physical reversal here is just a stand-in for what your intuition alone might discern. Making the unconscious conscious is a profound magic that tarot evokes, and this method is just one way to add a psychological element to your readings.
Internal Verses External Energy
This particular method of reading reversals carries some inherent contradictions, so I am drawn to it less frequently than some of the other methods here. However, once in a while my intuition is just like “BAM, this totally applies right now!”
Occasionally, a reversed card is a particularly strong sign that an energy shift is needed INTERNALLY verses externally. Now, this is a bit tricky to explain. The way I use it, tarot is always best equipped to speak directly to the seeker’s internal state (as opposed to giving third party information). That said, tarot can give us direct information about influencing our external world AND our internal world.
As the example here, let’s say you are feeling stifled by your relationship and ask for advice. You draw the Fool reversed. Under this lens of interpretation, the reversal suggests that the Fool’s energy is needed specifically in your inner world. You may not need to take leaps – such as leaving your partner – in your external world. This could help you realize that what you need is a sense of internal expansion. The liberation you are seeking starts within you.
The Exclamation Point
Last but not least, an open ended but useful theory. Sometimes a reversal is just a cue to pay extra attention to that card. In this case, the card in question may tie together a theme or highlight a recurring message, particularly in a bigger spread.
For example, let’s pretend you’re planning to start a new business and you lay out a spread for advice. Among the various cards is the Hierophant reversed. As you weave the story of the reading, various cards bring messages of new ideas, training and collaboration. In this case, the reversal of the Hierophant may just be an exclamation point asking you to pay particular attention to this card. You might then intuit that working with a business mentor is your next step.
The exclamation point is one of the most common theories I use for reversals. A reversal can be a powerful sign that we need to really sit with a particular card.
So, there you have it! I hope that this gives you some good perspectives to test out in your own tarot practices.
I’m curious to hear what works for you. Do you read reversed cards? What methods have you found the most effective? Comment and tell me about it, if you want.
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Feeling “spiritually thin” (the Six of Swords and dealing with reeling)
Hey friends,
It seems like a lot of us have been reeling lately. It’s kind of like we’ve been through a metaphorical battle and now we are trying to find our sense of self again.
That’s what I mean when I talk about feeling “spiritually thin.”
Recovering from an impactful event is a process. And the Six of Swords shows that process in motion – the heat of the battle is over, but now we are huddled up and trying to integrate, trying to heal.
I ramble more about this in this video. I hope that it might be interesting to you if you have also been feeling “spiritually thin” lately.
And if you can relate, I’d be curious to hear your thoughts. What helps YOU when you go through spiritually thin phases? Leave a comment if you’d like.
Yours swimmingly,
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Radiant Spectrum Intentions :: an inverse tarot spread
As I write this, heat is radiating and the sun is at its full grandeur. Yesterday was the summer solstice, and here in the northern hemisphere we are unabashedly facing the light!
Last year I got in the habit of doing tarot spreads for myself at each solstice and equinox. For this year’s solstice, I’m doing something a little different: an inverse tarot spread (I just made up that term, and I quite like it)! Instead of shuffling the deck and drawing cards at random, an inverse spread is created by consciously selecting cards from a face-up deck. Today, I’ll share my approach with you, and I invite you to try it for yourself it if piques your interest.
You can still totally do this if you’re in the southern hemisphere! But the energies I’ve incorporated in the spread are notably summery, so tweak things if you’d like.
Radiant Spectrum Intentions Inverse Tarot Spread
This inverse tarot spread is designed to help you engage your rational, thinking mind in setting intentions. This asks you to activate your powers of conscious creation, using a combination of critical and intuitive thinking. This is ideal for summer, which is often a ‘yin’ season. You’ll be setting five main intentions and using those as a focal point for the entire summer season.
Why five? When I think about the sun, I think about outgoing, straightforward energy. In tarot, the number five is associated with power shifts and changing influences. Five isn’t always an easy number, but it is an assertive, confident number. Five is a number that holds the potential for real change, and that potential must be intentionally directed.
If you have an extra deck that you won’t miss all summer, I suggest laying out your spread and leaving it somewhere you can reference it throughout the season. Referring to your spread throughout the season is a good way to keep yourself anchored in your intentions. You’ll also want to take notes on your spread and articulate why you selected each card.
Let’s get started!
Take a few deep breaths, or do whatever you typically do to clear your mind before a reading. As you go through your deck face-up, select a card for each of the following prompts. The idea is to put active thought into choosing your cards, but don’t overthink! Let your intuition and your conscious mind work together. You can add a visual effect by laying your five cards out to look like sun rays, as I’ve done in the photo above.
Once you have selected your cards, journal or take notes on how these cards correlate to your solstice intentions. I’ve given some example cards for each of the prompts, just to get your gears churning – you may view the cards differently than I do, and that’s fine!
1- The energy I choose to radiate this season
This card represents the way you want to show up in the world this summer. What traits do you desire to embody? If you’ve already been working on making changes, this card can be an affirmation of those developing qualities. Here, you’re setting an intention for the main approaches you want to embody in your life as a whole.
For example, would it be useful for you to be bold (Queen of Wands), or kind (Six of Cups), or disciplined (the Emperor), or receptive (the High Priestess) this summer? Why?
2- What I will release or transform
This card reminds you of an ongoing intention of release. Letting go is a process. The seasons show us that. Spring doesn’t transform into summer overnight; it is a gradual process of flowers becoming fruit. Select a card that represents the main burden you want to release or transform this summer. Be patient with yourself as the change takes its course.
For example, would you like to release an addictive behavior (The Devil) or an old relationship (Two of Cups reversed) or a limiting belief (Eight of Swords) this summer? Why?
3- Who I will warm
Summer is an outgoing time of year. The warm weather that makes us want to gather for parties, festivals and reunions! This card lets you set an intention about how and who you’d like to interact with and serve others this season. If you know someone in need of support, you might set the intention to reach out and hold space for them.
For example, would you like to warm your clients (Six of Pentacles) or your family (the Empress) or your broader community (Three of Cups) this summer? Why, and how can you best warm them?
4- What I will accomplish
The unabashed energy of the sun seems very goal oriented to me. Even though if you’re naturally more inclined to feel your way forward, the solstice is a great time to set specific, tangible goals. This card will reflect the clear and concise outcomes you’d like to reach this season. As always when setting goals, make sure this is as specific as possible!
For example, would you like to spend one hour in your garden each week (Queen of Pentacles) or write 10k words (Knight of Swords) or paint your living room (Four of Wands) this summer? Why?
5- My glowing mantra
For your last card, you’ll choose an affirmation or mantra to use throughout the summer. Use this card to create a simple statement that feels empowering. If you’ve already been working with a specific affirmation, you can pick a card that lines up with it. For example, lately I’ve been using the affirmation “light drives out darkness” (paraphrased from Martin Luther King Jr). I’ll be using the Sun as my tarot card here!
I hope you’ll find this idea fun and useful. If you do try this yourself, feel free to post your spread and tag me on Instagram. I’m @carriemallon.
Sending many warm summer wishes your way!
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Blog slumber
A couple of times a year, my blog takes a little rest. So for the next three weeks, things’ll be quiet ’round here.
I will still be active on Instagram and Twitter, so we can stay in touch! I’m also still accepting bookings for tarot readings.
If you’re subscribed to my newsletter, I sent out an update yesterday describing some of the things I’ll be doing while the blog is on break (if you’re not subscribed yet, sign up below this post).
One of the main things I’ll be contemplating is what my content creation will look like in the future. I do want to keep posting to the blog, but I also want to make my newsletter a source of really fantastic content. That means that blog posts, instead of happening weekly, might be pared down a bit in the future. Make sure you’re signed up for the newsletter!
During this blog break, I’ll also be continuing work on my first e-course. This course will help you get unstuck and step into a more creative way of living! We use tarot as a general frame of reference in the course, but you do not need extensive tarot knowledge to participate. If you know you want to create in any form (writing, drawing, etc) but feel stuck and mired in resistance…this course is for you. Once again, make sure you’re signed up for the newsletter – more details about the course are forthcoming.
Thank you so much for being here! I’m excited to do some behind-the-scenes work and bring you even better content going forward.
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Transformational things are not one size fits all
It seems like a day doesn’t go by when I don’t see someone enthusiastically declaring “EVERYONE should do THIS THING! It’s SUCH an amazing thing and it changed my life!”
What ‘this thing’ is varies, but it’s always something that the person found to be transformational. It might be a way of eating (vegan! Paleo! Raw! Whatever!), or it might be a book (Course in Miracles! The Secret! Whatever!) or it might be something else entirely.
When people find these transformational things, they want to share (or even force!) them onto others. This can be good and useful…but it can also tread into more murky territory. That’s what I’m talking about in this video.
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Carrie Mallon
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