((The Star. The Steampunk Tarot, Moore and Fell.))
Whenever The Star appears, make a wish! EVERY TIME.
Once you have made your wish, releasing it to the heavens, do not worry about it. Allow the magics of intention, luck and timing to do their work on your behalf.
NOTE: Always remember – if you want to win lottery, you must buy a ticket. Always attend to the mundane first. 😉
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Some opportunities are better than others. Some are irresistible, others you might like to pass up. The bottom line is ALWAYS the same: you must make an actual decision – do or do not, stay or go. Decide.
The energy here is about stealing away quietly – discretion can be the better part of valor, and it is always a good choice to live to fight another day – this is not cowardice, this is strategy. You are not obligated to attend every fight; skip this current set.
When you have no choice but to come out fighting, you will be ready.
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This Ace has landed in the nick of time! There has been quite a bit of activity, much change and some conflict, and we may be feeling a bit off balance. Time for new ideas. Time to take control!
Does the thought of something new create anxiety for you? Okay, that is common for many people – bravery is not the absence of fear but rather action in the face of fear – so let us begin with a few small changes*:
The Ace of Swords speaks to your creative-thinking mind; we need to try something new!! Heed its call.
((NOTE: Research has shown small changes in habit can create new pathways in our brains, increasing creativity and nimble thought – please look into it at your convenience as it is rather fascinating if you enjoy that type of thing. 🙂 ))
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BAD NEWS: Time for the showdown.
GOOD NEWS: You are ready.
BAD NEWS: It cannot be avoided.
GOOD NEWS: You can handle it.
BAD NEWS: You don’t really want to fight.
GOOD NEWS: You will survive.
New pathways are important but not usually easy. When changes are being made, resistance will always be met. You know there is work to be done and a new path to forge (we have been seeing this for weeks – card after card – despite Mercury’s retrograde!) but smooth sailing has never been promised. In fact, change will often breed conflict, and here we find ourselves confronted whether we like it or not. The problem is only as large as you allow it to be.
Take it on, knock it out, move along!
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First, The Bad News, Part 1: It all seems terribly precarious. The messages have been about movement, going forward, starting new pathways, and yet despite near constant assurance, you just don’t feel ready. You are uneasy, uncomfortable, plagued with dread and doubt – you are not imagining it. Something is amiss.
Second, The Bad News, Part 2: You realize what is amiss; you have not received all pertinent information. Perhaps it was withheld for your “own good” or just overlooked as unimportant – no matter as it reveals itself to you now.
Third, The Good News: Knowledge is power! Now that you know what was missing (as well as how to deal with it!), it is no problem and the uneasiness subsides. You are happy to continue forward with a new lease on hope and success. Well done!!
THE TWO-PART TAKEAWAY: First, do not dismiss your instincts; if it feels off, chances are something is in fact amiss (do not allow naysayers to wave you off – make them put up or shut up!). Second, do not allow doubt to suck away hope! Your journey is always about the best version of yourself – if that requires a detour or change in course strategy, so be it!
ENJOY THE WEEKEND!!!
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How do you define leadership? The ability to convince others to follow instructions? A willingness to take responsibility? A penchant for planning? The smartest person in the room who is also the most articulate? ENTER: King of Swords!
PUT UP OR SHUT UP: This energy is all about the final decision; time for thinking, talking, and planning has passed. It is now time for the final decisions to be made, the edicts to be issued, the movement to begin.
You have been preparing for weeks, if not months, and you are as ready as you will ever be. Nervous? No problem – totally normal and to be expected. Just don’t let it stop you. The time is now and you are ready.
Walk your talk!
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What is more important than a good idea? A plan to execute the good idea.
What is more important than a plan to execute the good idea? Executing the plan.
ENTER THE EXECUTIONER: Page of Swords
What have you been waiting for? What is stopping you? Why are we still sitting here???? The Page is here to move it all along; there is a limit to how long you can plan before there is no choice but to do – and you must not miss your window of opportunity. Last week’s Fools urged you to take the first step, this Page says the gear is packed, the route is planned, and the steps are plotted; TIME TO GO!!
Daylight is dwindling on your very best chance for success – so get moving!!!!
BEST OF LUCK!!!!!
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((Card featured from The Steampunk Tarot by Moore and Fell.))
I am the first to admit it; I am my own worst enemy. Generally, I think this is true for us all. We create our own barriers, often by holding on to what is no longer needed or serving; we can do this on every level, spiritually as well as physically and everything in between.
Take a look around you. RIGHT NOW, you have the following in play:
THE BIG REVEAL: Time to de-clutter your life!
If you have not already started the purge, today is the day! If you do not a) need it, b) use it, c) love it, or d) think it is beautiful, GET RID OF IT!! Throw it away, sell it, donate it, give to a friend – whatever! – but get it out of your space. You do not have the time, energy, space or resources to waste on excess items serving no purpose; remove them to order your space* in the best way that suits you.
The Queen of Pentacles rules in beauty and comfort, always welcoming and never apologizing. Use her energy to guide you to a home as welcoming as you are.
*Need help with storage, organizing, or decorating tips? The internet is your friend! Take a look at the many websites and videos sharing advice and info on these subjects.
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We have often heard adages about catching flies and fighting some other day – today is the day to take them to heart. People may actively and intentionally try to shake you loose – off your game and your cool – do not rise to the bait, no matter how potent. You have more to lose than gain in these situations today so be on your guard.
TAKEAWAY: Let calm be your strength.
Not only will you rise above the fray, your calm will unnerve others – reserve your strength for bigger battles and more worthy opponents.
You can handle it without difficulty. Hold your head high.
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