Tag: Trust

Nine of Wands

A story by Calista Moon on .

Hello hello, my darlings! Last week we saw the firm duality of the Eight of Wands, and today we’ll be looking at the Nine. I like to think of the Nine of Wands as a coin. One side represents courage and persistence, while the other denotes overwhelm and paranoia. The coin itself is Trust. Neither side is better or worse than the other. Instead, the side that you find facing you, is a reflection of your own outlook.

Upright, the Nine of Wands is a card of resilience and boundaries. You may be on the edge of exhaustion, but you are ready to do what it takes to get to the finish line. It’s a test of faith and grit that comes at a time when you may feel battered and bruised, but know that every obstacle you overcome makes you stronger and wiser. Find your cheerleaders and personal bodyguards who can protect and encourage you to the finish. Don’t be afraid to set boundaries on what you need to be successful and then communicate those needs to others.

Adversely, the reversed Nine of Wands suggests you are struggling to keep working towards your goal. You feel pummeled with every setback on your path. It feels like everyone is out to get you, which can lead to defensiveness and paranoia. Trust that others will find their karma, and focus on your own game. Don’t worry about what other people are thinking or saying about you. This can be significantly difficult to do when those you would go to for help are on the suspect list. If you know this is a temporary setback, you may need to push through it to get yourself to the goal. If there is no end in sight, try to embrace trust and delegate some problem solving to others to help lighten your load.

Does my coin idea make sense now? One side shows you trusting yourself and surrounding yourself with others who believe in you. The other shows a skepticism of all those around you and a lack of belief in your own ability to continue coping with setback after setback. Regardless of your outlook on trust when this card appears, it will always represent that you are oh-so-close to your goals! Keep pushing, my darlings!

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

A story by Calista Moon on .

Hello, hello my darlings! Welcome back to Tarot Tuesday, our weekly deep dive into the original tarot meanings. Today’s card is a nice reprieve from last week when we spoke of the chaos surrounding the Tower. Today, we’re going to look at The Star. This card is rather straightforward so hopefully we can keep this short and sweet.

Upright, the Star is a sign of hope. You’ve gone through some form of upheaval and the Star wants to remind you of the interconnectedness and abundance of the Universe. This is a reprieve; a peaceful phase where you will find mental stability and a connected understanding of yourself and those around you. Anything is possible during this time, so tune in to the magic that moves through your every day. You might find yourself wanting to dream or rediscover a sense of inspiration or purpose in your life. Be open to new ideas and listen to the calm voice within you that you may give back to the community or world around you. Be generous with your blessings.

You’ll be unsurprised, I think, to then learn that the Star reversed means you’ve lost faith in the Universe. You’re feeling overwhelmed and disconnected as you struggle to see that the tests you face are for your benefit. They will push against your resolve and trust in the universe. You can either give in to the despair, or you can adamantly trust that the hum of divine energy is hard at work for you, through you. This reversal can also represent a lack of enthusiasm for a project that you once had burning passion for. Take time to reconnect to what is important to you and why you are started down this path. If the routine of this journey is taking a dull and dreary toll on you, take time out of your day for self-care on a personal and spiritual level before you push yourself even further into burn out.

Either way the Star appears, tune in to your intentions and find your connection to the divine spark that drives each of us toward our soul’s purpose. Trust in the universe. Trust in yourself. Finding your purpose will bring a sense of renewal and contentment here, my darlings. Stay aligned with your original goal and stand strong in the face of adversity.