Card of the Week (June 23 - 29)

Artwork: Ciro Marchetti

 It's that time again for the card of the week! This time I'm drawing from my newest deck, Legacy of the Divine Tarot.

The card that came out was the 10 of Cups reversed.

This card is pretty loaded, it's hard to know where to begin!

Cups are representative of emotions and relationships.  The 10 of Cups is about home, marriage, relationships, & family.

In the image (as it would be upright) we see 2 animals generally at odds with each other being happy and content, cozying up together. The symbol of Pisces (an emotional water sign) and the male symbol hang from the fireplace.

Since the card is reversed though, something is definitely getting in the way of the perfectly cozy picture. Perhaps that all is well and content only in appearance. It can indicate conflict, and basically 'fighting like cats and dogs'. All the cups are reversed, dumped upside down representing a great outpouring of emotion. This could indicate a betrayal or a broken marriage.

It could also indicate not spending enough quality time with a significant other or family, or not really respecting or appreciating each other. 

In order to restore balance to the relationship, aim to treat others with compassion and respect in order for them to do the same in return. 

This card could also indicate focusing too much on one's own material gain and career pursuits and neglecting closest relationships.  The balance between work and personal life is out of whack, and is straining relationships.  It is important to be clear on where your personal values lie, and not preoccupy yourself with what might not be achievable. In order to attain and maintain the sense of happiness and contentment that was planned, it is important to dedicate enough time to attend to the garden of your relationships. 

In some instances depending on the cards around it and overall reading, the 10 of Cups reversed could indicate that emotional fulfillment is in its early stages, or hasn't yet happened. 

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World Cup Prediction - Mexico vs. Brazil

Soccer fever is upon us with the World Cup so I thought I'd do a fun little reading on who will win tomorrow's Mexico vs. Brazil match.. Both powerful and very popular teams!
The two of Pentacles here represents the visiting team (as indicated by the boat coming in behind the man), Mexico.  The man in the picture is juggling the pentacles like a pro, which to me is indicative of some fancy footwork to be seen from team Mexico. They will probably finish with 2 points, possibly by one player on the team scoring both times.

The Six of Wands represents coming out on top and having your day in the sun. Looks like it'll be a great day for Brazil tomorrow! They will win by a hair with 3 points, maybe scored by 3 different players on the team.

Let's see tomorrow how accurate this reading is.. :)

Common Misconceptions About Tarot Card Reading

Whether or not they've had a tarot reading before, sometimes people can develop misconceptions about tarot card reading and tarot card readers.  I'm writing this blog to further explain and debunk some of the myths surrounding tarot.

1. All tarot card readers are psychic. And of course with the word 'psychic', additional misconceptions can arise.  Yes, some readers do have genuine verifiable psychic ability, and they present themselves as such because they enjoy using their gifts to help others.  Most others are not, and don't officially claim themselves to be psychic. Although they do tend to be quite intuitive, as all of us have at least some inherent bit of intuitive ability. Tarot can be a tool for the reader to access that intuition and subtle energies around the person requesting the reading.  

Some people fear psychics because they think they can jump in and read their minds at any time or sense something about them that they would rather not anyone know.  Ethically, a real psychic would never read someone without their permission.  And after a reading is done, none of the information contained in the reading or during the session would ever be revealed to anyone else or disclosed to the public.  It's kind of like doctor-patient confidentiality.

Other people might not like psychics because they think they are master manipulators that can read people's body language or profile them.  Unfortunately, there are a few of those out there who only help feed into the misconception. This shouldn't distract us from the fact that those with genuine psychic ability do exist.

2. Tarot reading is just fortune telling. Well, for some it might be.  And sometimes the cards can give a glimpse into what will happen, under the premise of a possible outcome that actually ends up occurring.  This doesn't necessarily mean the future is set in stone as some might believe- we have the power to co-create our futures with every choice we make.  Whatever shows up in a reading can be changed.  The purpose of tarot is not to tell the future, however, but to help you see how you are creating your future this very minute.  To help give you new insight on a situation, and show how your past choices have led you to where you are now. With this awareness, you can make positive changes that can greatly improve your life.  This is the true power of a tarot reading.

3. Tarot is 'evil' or witchcraft. Yeah, tarot is about as evil as grandma's flower garden.  No spell casting or connection with a Devil is needed to read tarot cards.  All you need is a deck of tarot cards and willingness to learn with an open mind.

4. A tarot reader can 'fix' you.  If you go to a tarot reader thinking they can fix for you whatever situation you're having trouble with, you will end up disappointed.  A tarot reading can offer you options and some hope, but you will have to do the work yourself.  The whole premise of a tarot reading is self-empowerment, and connecting you to your higher self/spirit to help guide you. We are here to give you insight and offer you some options, but what you do with that information is up to you. And no, we do not offer spells to bring you love or money, or put curses on people for you. If a reader does, chances are their motives are more to make money than help empower people.  If you like the idea of spells and potions, consult a Wiccan schooled in The Craft.

Tarot Card of the Week (June 9th-15th)

Happy Sunday! Please excuse the lack of updates the last week, I had a lot going on and didn't have a chance to post anything. In any case, I can update today, so here we go..!
For the coming week, I drew Three of Cups.
This card represents friendship and community, and specifically your emotional connections to others.  The women dancing are symbolic of coming together in love. You might be getting together with your friends or family to celebrate something like a birthday, reunion, wedding, etc. Or maybe you're part of a group that is getting together to do something for the greater good. Or maybe you've found a great creative outlet in a group setting.  In any case, it'll be a week of positive interactions and celebrations. You'll feel more at one with others.
Think about those that have always been there for you throughout the years, and be sure to show your appreciation.  And vice versa - be willing to be there for others and offer your support. Support can also stand for more formal forms of support you might be involved in, such as counseling and other social services.
You might might experience some changes in your attitude and how you react to situations. Although Mercury is in retrograde causing all sorts of disruptions in communication, any past problems you've had interacting with others will likely be resolved and you'll be able to find a compromise.