After these readings, I’m feeling pretty darn hopeful for this week, especially around Monday and Friday. The energy feels optimistic, momentous, with some tests of character intermingled. You might be second guessing yourself or feeling uncertain about your next steps. Now would be a good time to unplug, unwind, and focus on something that brings you joy.
Trust the process, even though it can be lengthy, and participate in all of its forms. If you sit on the sidelines, don’t be surprised when nobody cares about your opinion. Active participation and involvement is what makes change, and support occurs at all levels. You don’t have to be on the front lines of a movement to make waves all the same.
~Weekly Reading~
This week’s reading was unique in that every card was upright! We also had a very interesting flow in the numerology, with 2s making a repeat appearance and the reduced sum of the first four cards equaling 1, represented by the Ace. The fact that we begin and end on the suit of Pentacles tells me that finances or material wealth is the forefront of concerns this week.
Top of the Deck: Two of Pentacles
The beginning of the week, a mix of Sunday and Monday’s energy, this could be the balancing of resources or multitasking required of you. Feeling like you’re running around and putting out fires left and right, or that you’re managing things well while you’re moving, just as long as you don’t stop. The moment things slow down, you fear you’ll drop everything. It’s all about balance! You have to find that sweet spot between productivity and recovery.
2 - Duality, trust, and equity.
Page of Swords
Between Monday and Tuesday, there is a shift from splitting your focus and sharpening your sights on a single target. You feel alert, prepared, and ready for action, even if everything is not quite in place or ideal for a fight. Adaptability is your greatest strength, so keep working on those improv skills! You know the land better than anyone, and you can trust yourself to dig deep and use your sixth sense to find trouble before it can find you. This is a positive sign of confidence and inner power!
11 - Curiosity, inspiration, and agility.
Two of Cups
The middle of the week, solidly around Wednesday, this is compassion, friendship, and reconnection! You might be seeing someone from your past or spending time with people you love; either way, it is a sign that you should get out there and enjoy the company of others. No matter what you’re doing, there’s probably someone you’d like to be sharing this time with. Maybe take your dad out to lunch or bring your auntie her favorite doughnuts, have a friends night out or in; heck, if people aren’t your thing, go read to dogs and cats at the animal shelter! It’s a great day to focus on each other and practice a bit of humanity.
2 - Emotional fulfillment, completion, partnerships.
The Emperor (IV)
The later half of the week, around Thursday and Friday, a strong and charismatic force will take over. Feelings of empowerment and self-confidence motivate your actions and leave you feeling proud of your accomplishments. This card embodies the wise and stable energy of a calm authority figure - someone who understands that leadership does not equate to control. Remain diligent in your work, open to criticism, and ready to respond. At the same time, it’s important to be mindful of your own limitations and modest enough to defer to the expertise of others.
4 - Foundation, success, and dedication.
Bottom of the Deck: Ace of Pentacles
The end of the week brings with it a beautiful opportunity on Saturday! What a way to wrap up the last few days; especially if you’ve felt particularly tested by recent events. Trust that good things are coming your way, even if it doesn’t feel like it in the moment. Acknowledge the beauty right here in front of you, open up your eyes to the possibilities and the potential you hold within your very hands. You may be surprised by how things seem to fall into place despite feeling like you were in chaos a few days ago. You’re on the best path for you - and you have the ability to change course whenever you’re ready.
1 - Beginnings, hope, and happiness.
~Daily Reading~
I absolutely love how each day unfolds into something complex and tunes into something real. On a communal level - there is a lot of transition and almost a metamorphosis as we step into our potential. On an individual level - each card may carry a specific weight to it, or you might see yourself in a different way than I’ve described.
Remember to connect with your own artistic side, sit with the imagery before you, and listen to your instincts. There is no right or wrong way to read tarot cards (despite many’s desire to say otherwise), do what feels right!
Sunday 7/13
Five of Swords - It’s time to move on and let go of things that are no longer giving you joy or feel worth fighting for. It’s okay to step back, say no, or cut ties. Sometimes an apology is not even needed, as we simply have to pick up the pieces and consider the next steps. In the meantime, it’s better to take a pause and ground. Reflect on how you want to move forward rather than lament on the past. Choose your battles wisely and let go of the animosity; it isn’t worth the stress you’re putting on yourself. Swords bring with them logic and reason, but that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck in your head all the time. Sadness and emotional waves are appropriate in times like these, too.
Affirmation: “I can choose to change course.”
5 - Conflict, miscommunications, and anxiety.
11 - Divine timing, intuition, and universal truth.
Monday 7/14
The Sun (XIX) - “Here comes the sun” is what pops into my head every time this card shows up! Joy, love, positivity, and freedom is shining on you today! Your energy is flowing, everything is warm and bright, and it’s hard not to smile. You may feel particularly satisfied at work or in your relationships; nothing is bringing you down today! You’re practically “walking on sunshine”, if you’ll pardon two song references in the same day… It simply feels appropriate! Hope, happiness, and pure radiance are simply bursting at the seams - take advantage of every second of it.
Affirmation: “I am open to receiving light and warmth.”
19 - Luck, purity, and intuition.
3 - Community, belonging, and connection.
Tuesday 7/15
The Emperor (IV) (reversed) - In this context, you might be warned of either a lack of control or an overindulgence (perhaps downright abuse) of power. If you’re feeling problems relating to others or that you’re not able to adapt to changes easily, be kind to yourself and find a way to reset your expectations. Feeling out of control or unable to do things the “right” way is sending you down a spiral; address issues before they have the chance to snowball into something major. Let go of the need to be involved in every decision, allow others to make their own mistakes. It’s okay to mind your business, in fact, it’s encouraged.
Affirmation: “I am willing to change my mind.”
4 - Survival, rebellion, and “weird”.
4 - Creativity, innovation, and sincerity.
Wednesday 7/16
King of Pentacles (reversed) - Money management or financial security might be up in the air or feel particularly tight and restricted. Let’s be real, shit happens, especially in a shitty economy. Do your best with what you have, or else you’ll never feel satisfied even when you have too much. This could be a warning that you might be acting stubborn for the sake of pride rather than behaving rationally. Reflect on what message you truly want to convey and find a way to do it without the bite or venom. Kindness goes along way, both with others and with yourself.
Affirmation: “I have enough to do what I need.”
14 - Pride, insecurity, and ambition.
5 - Complexities, adaptability, and transition.
Thursday 7/17
The Lovers (VI) (reversed) - Today is all about looking inward for validation, and not putting so much stock in external demonstrations. Anyone can say pretty words, but not everyone will match those words with their behaviors and actions. It’s more genuine to accept that time alone or away does not mean you have a lack of love for another; it simply means you acknowledge that you need to love yourself right now. Whatever conflicts or disharmony is happening in the background or within your relationships is often reflective of how you’re treating yourself at the moment. It’s time to re-evaluate your priorities.
Affirmation: “I love and want to take care of myself.”
6 - Misalignment, self-love, and individuality.
6 - Femininity, romance, and attachments.
Friday 7/18
The Star (XVII) - A perfect way to represent Friday! This is that feeling of peace and calm when you finally rest your head after a long week at work. A breath of fresh air when you walk outside on your first day off in a while. It is also a positive sign that good fortune is shining on you, especially toward the evening and dead of night, when the stars shine the brightest. Remember to be generous with your affection while respecting your own boundaries (as well of those of others, it should go without saying). Allow yourself to be inspired to create and share those gifts with those who will treasure them.
Affirmation: “My existence makes waves - I matter.”
17 - Healing, faith, and visibility.
7 - Spirituality, subconsciousness, and wisdom.
Saturday 7/19
The Hierophant (V) (reversed) - It’s time to break free from traditions, expectations, and conventional or societal norms! It feels ruled by the energy of a teenage spirit - ready to rebel, to push back against orders, to let go of the rigidity previously required by them. At minimum, it’s a questioning of tradition, exploring alternative ideas, or even a “crack in the brainwashing”. On an extreme scale, this could represent misuse or abuse of authority or a desire to overthrow or take control as head of a group. Remember to lead with conviction, and speak up the loudest when the most is at risk.
Affirmation: “I trust myself to know the difference between right and wrong.”
5 - Superficiality, mindlessness, or drama.
8 - Inner-strength, character, and grief.
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