Hello again, my darlings. Last week we talked about the enthusiasm and energy of the Page of Pentacles. Today we’re going to talk about what keeps us going when motivation wanes. The Knight cards represent steady progress in my mind. They have trained and worked hard to move from a Page to a Knight of the court, and they know the importance of discipline.
Upright, the Knight of Pentacles represents routine, effort, and responsibility. This particular knight may not be the most inspiring or creative in the deck, but he will do the consistent work to get the results he wants, even when that work is highly repetitive. You are committed to your goals when he appears, and he encourages you to keep doing what you’re doing. If you keep making gradual progress and go with the flow, over time you will reach your goals. Right now may not be particularly exciting, but know that you are on the right path. If you’re feeling tired or like you want to quit, stick with it, and you will see success.
The Reversed Knight of Pentacles suggests that you are feeling stuck in the daily grind and life has become boring and dull. Or perhaps you have been neglecting the routine and mundane tasks that breed this bored dissatisfaction. While you need to make sure you have a schedule in place, and that you stick to it to complete your necessary chores, there is nothing wrong with being spontaneous. Bend your rigid edges until they are a little more flexible so that you can balance work with play.
Either way, this Knight is all about the long haul. Routine and consistency are key in reaching your goals when he appears. That doesn’t mean you should neglect your need for fun or excitement, but temper it as well, my darlings. Balance is the key to success.