Weekly Reading August 9-15, 2015 -- Going Back to Basics with My Classic Rider-Waite Deck

Hello there, thank you for joining me for another weekly reading! I felt strongly called to go back to basics with my classic and inscrutable Rider-Waite deck this week and as usual my intuition was rewarded with a very powerful message.

We could encounter difficult people or a difficult situation this week. Whether it is work-related or whether it regards personal relationships, we are likely to encounter bickering, negativity, people's egos getting in the way and everyone trying to convince you that their opinion is right and you should follow their lead. It's very important for you to stand up for yourself and speak your mind but it's even more important for you to come from a place of calm and serenity when you do so, as symbolized by the Four of Swords.

The Four of Swords has always been one of my favourite cards in the Rider-Waite tarot. It evokes such peace and restfulness of mind. This is essential when dealing with people who are all riled up and invested in their own agendas. In order to deal with them in the most effective way you need to come from a place of total calm and self assurance. That way even if they still don't listen to you or continue to act chaotically it has no effect on your peace of mind.

If people challenge you or try and joust with you this week, take a deep breath and smile. Go to your peaceful place. No need to make war ... and realizing this means you will always walk away from any battle intact and unscarred.

Have a wonderful week!

Weekly Reading -- August 2-8, 2015 -- Dali Tarot Universal

We may feel the call of the open road this week, literally or figuratively. You may feel a wanderlust stirring within you, the urge to do something totally unknown and out of character ... but life has a tendency to get in the way with personal responsibilities and annoying interruptions.

I don't know about you but summer has a tendency to remind me of my youth, when I was more likely to throw caution to the wind and throw myself into every new experience and relationship. Then we get older, get jobs and families, and those urges seem not only impractical but irresponsible. Maybe they are, maybe they're not. The gift of getting older is the ability to discern these things.

You may find or feel an opportunity to express that Fool energy this week and maybe pay your younger self a visit. However life does have a tendency to get in the way sometimes. You may have to put off your adventure for awhile but the window of opportunity will arrive. For now just enjoy the stirrings of the Fool's energy within you. You'll know when the time is right to sling the pack on your shoulder.

Weekly Reading -- July 26-August 1, 2015 -- Simply Deep Tarot

Get your fans and air conditioners ready because this week is all about fire and passion! All of our cards this week are Wands cards which signify creativity, passion, inspiration, sexual energy and the drive to express yourself.

We have two reversals but we also have the incredibly strong support of the King of Wands, either externally or within ourselves. It is definitely possible to turn the reversals upright and channel their positive energy if we can embrace his confidence, ambition, and dynamism. The King of Wands is a huge achiever. He gets out and DOES things and captures everyone's attention and admiration while he does it. He is not afraid to be seen and to pursue his desires.

It's time to bold and take a chance with an idea. Don't be afraid to shine and don't allow others to steal your light from you. Be the King of Wands ... go out and get whatever it is you want.

Have fun with this energy this week!

Weekly Reading -- July 20-26, 2015 -- Aquarian Tarot

Welcome to another reading! The cards are giving us a bit of kick in the pants this week. With the Page of Rods dead center and two reversed Major Arcana on either side this indicates some major possibilities are in the works ... but they are blocked.

The two Major Arcana in our spread this week are The Chariot and The Sun. One is a card of great power and focus and the other is a card of great joy. The combination of the two upright is unstoppable. It's a journey towards great fulfillment and happiness. In this case, they are reversed.

What this tells me, with the meek little Page of Rods standing unobtrusively between them, is that we really want to venture into the unknown and try something new and exciting. Our passion is calling us -- whether it's the stirrings of a creative project, exploring new career opportunities or travel destinations, or dipping our toes into a new relationship. The problem is that we are stopping ourselves. Fear could be getting in the way. Negative self talk could be stopping us before we have a chance to even set out on our journey.

It's only wise to consider carefully before starting anything new. However it is very unwise to automatically reject something simply because it is unfamiliar to us. The Sun is a definite indication that great joy and fulfillment awaits us but we are allowing our insecurities and lack of confidence stop our chariots from moving.

Don't let it happen. Be brave this week. Take the plunge. The cards are saying it will be well worth it.

Weekly Reading -- July 13-19, 2015 -- Vanessa Tarot

At first glance I thought this week's reading was about learning new ways of thinking and relating to a problematic state of affairs and that certainly is in the mix this week. However the more I looked at it the more the real message stood up, grabbed a bullhorn and aimed it directly at me.

This week's reading is about speaking your truth.

If you are feeling overworked, overburdened, trapped or stuck in a situation, you owe it to yourself to remedy that situation. The Page of Swords is the star of the show this week and she is urging you on. She is telling you to stand up for yourself. Many of us take on too much out of a sense of duty, obligation or simply habit. We cannot do everything for everyone. We need to remember that we are our number one priority and it is not selfish to look out for your mental and physical well-being.

Speaking your truth doesn't have to be mean being aggressive or hostile. Simply state the facts calmly, rationally, and logically. This is the way things are. This is how I feel about it. This is what I need. If anyone takes offense at that, they are not the kind of people you want in your life anyway.

Good luck and remember -- it is NOT selfish to make your well-being a priority.

How to Shuffle & Select Tarot Cards: A Few Methods

Many tarot beginners approach their cards with trepidation. They're not quite sure how to handle them or they worry that they might be doing something wrong. The thing to remember is that there IS NO WRONG. As long as your approach to the tarot is sincere, genuine, and open hearted, there can never be any wrong.

Just as important as how to shuffle your cards is getting into the right mindset to work with the cards. Make sure your space is undisturbed and that you will not be interrupted. Before you work with your cards, make sure to take a few moments to relax and still your mind. Take a few deep breaths. I like to think of my time with the cards as sacred time. Approach it that way. Make it special in whatever way works best for you.

The video below shows a few different methods of shuffling and selecting tarot cards. There are certainly many more. Please feel free to share your methods if you wish. I hope you enjoy this little tutorial.

Weekly Reading -- July 6-12, 2015 -- Anna K Tarot

Two Major Arcana appear in our reading again this week. This time they are The Hanged Man and Strength reversed. The Eight of Pentacles in reverse rounds out the spread.

The Hanged Man is a card of great discomfort and a feeling of helplessness. You may feel stuck in a situation, as if your hands are tied. Since the Eight of Pentacles is the only Minor Arcana card in our reading I believe our feelings of frustration are work or money related. Perhaps you really dislike your job or are having difficulties with someone at work.

The key to solving this problem is the lesson in the Strength card. Upright this card is the ultimate problem solver. When you come to a point where you realize that no one has the power to upset you unless you allow them to, you will never feel frustrated again. You will realize how powerful you are and that the way you react to situations is entirely up to you. You can choose to allow a person or situation to rattle you or you can calmly, gracefully, and powerfully decide to take control of your emotions and your life.

The choice is yours. :)

Enjoy the reading and see you next week!