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keep getting these tarot & astrology readings alluding to some grand plan for me which will contribute to the "greater good of humanity" and whatnot. I have no fucking clue what I'm supposed to do with this and it's kind of freaking me out that this is the third or fourth time over the last couple of years that I'm getting the same message from the cards. WTF?
Self: The Devil
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING Put convention aside and be empowered by revealing your passionate nature.The card in the Self position reveals aspects of how you perceive yourself right now. The Devil card symbolizes letting those parts of yourself that have been repressed or shamed out of the closet. It represents hidden parts of ourselves, what Jung referred to as "Shadow." In general, we fear its emergence, but this card is reminding you to face your shadow stuff. Whenever we reveal hidden inner dynamics, we fear we will be seen as ugly, demanding or excessive, even monstrous. We are conditioned to mistrust passionate desires and basic instincts, because we are afraid that we might go too far, slipping into hedonism or addiction. To become a charismatic individual who can make a difference, however, we need to outgrow fearful inhibitions placed upon our personalities and self-expression. In every generation there have been those who push these limits. They may have been demonized in their time, but later generations understood the honesty, courage and healing power of their daring.
Situation: Judgment
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING A dramatic wake-up call is getting the attention of your circle.The card that lands in the Situation position refers to social or circumstantial factors which could be affecting your life at this time. With the Judgment card in this position, it's as if you and the people around you are coming out of a profound trance. You are gaining greater powers of discernment about the interrelationships that support all life, thus breaking through barriers that formerly divided you. Looking at everything with fresh eyes, you can re-evaluate current conditions with renewed zeal toward the common good. In this way, you can reclaim your place in the long chain of awakening souls stretching throughout the ages. The circumstances are extraordinary for evoking simultaneous awakening across an entire group. By all means, take advantage of them.
Challenges/ Opportunities: Five of Swords
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING When you make a commitment to the long term good, it will teach others a lesson in altruism.The card that lands in the Challenges/Opportunities position refers to ways that you can turn obstacles into stepping stones. The Five of Swords in this position challenges you to overcome a trend that is dividing and conquering your group. This situation kindles a unique strength within you that can help others keep from succumbing to the temptation of unbridled self-interest. You are holding the torch, keeping the light of the greater good aloft. Your inspiration or clarity is helping others awaken and make their way toward higher ground. You have the ability to dispel petty bickering and competition, and reawaken a common vision or sense of mission. Relax and let your insights speak for themselves; your capacity for leadership is being called forth.
Foundation: Ace of Coins
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING Understanding Life's unceasing potential for abundance, be like a seed in fertile soil -- take root and grow.The card in the Foundation position points to influences from your personal history, your roots and background. The Ace of Coins in this position suggests you have an affinity with Nature and intuitively understand how Life multiplies itself, how abundance is created. You are becoming able to perceive how little miracles add up. You see where the flow is going, and you easily place yourself right in the middle of it. At this time, you seem to be able to do this naturally, without a lot of deliberation. You are in a strong position to maximize your opportunities with skill and grace. You know how to drop like a seed into fertile soil, take root and get going. This kind of instinct can really accelerate your progress toward success.
Recent Past: Three of Coins
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING You receive recognition and validation of your skills and mastery.The card in the Recent Past position refers to events that are just departing, recently influential but now diminishing in power. With the Three of Coins in this position, you have received some acknowledgment or rewards for your contributions. This recognition of your talents and your efforts is a validation of your skills and mastery. Savor the feelings of accomplishment, knowing that even greater acknowledgment and better rewards are yet to come from your talent.
Higher Power: The Chariot
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING The force that is carrying you to your destiny is unstoppable. Prepare yourself for it.The card in the Higher Power position reflects the broader perspective and influence of your conscience, Guardian Angel, inner wisdom. When the Chariot appears in this position, you are being transported toward your destiny or future identity. You may just be growing into the promise of this card. You may not yet fully realize how life wants to use you, but it is in process. Perhaps you are an emissary, or an agent of change. When you ride through town, you stir up new thoughts and ideals, and ideas of improvements over the old ways. If this doesn't seem realistic to you now, dream the dream anyway. When your destiny wants to cast you in a heroic role in the drama of your life, be ready to shout "Yes."
Near Future: Six of Cups
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING Your past does not limit your future. You can consciously shape your circumstances starting now!The card in the Near Future position indicates which way the wind is blowing with regard to your situation. If you follow the Advice card, however, you can improve on or neutralize tendencies. With the Six of Cups in this position, taking a broad overview will help you to clearly see how you translate past experiences into fuel for the future. You are learning from past experience and adjusting future plans and goals accordingly. Be watchful for this insight, because it will provide lucid insight into a pattern that has always been a mystery to you. You will clearly see that you are not trapped in a predestined reality. Instead, you are able to creatively reinterpret your circumstances and create new outcomes. You will come to realize that you are not merely the result of your past. Who you are will be the result of how you respond to future opportunities as they arise. A forward-looking point of view will change everything for you.
Blocks & Inhibitions: Seven of Cups
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING Although you know there is much to praise, you have been indulging in a negative outlook.The card in the Blocks position points to self-undermining tendencies, areas where you could be in denial, where you could get stuck -- unless you examine yourself and make some corrections. When the Seven of Cups falls in this position, it warns you against neglecting to perceive the abundance and opportunities in a universe of expanding potentials. Stop investing in a negative or cynical point of view. There is at least as much evidence of good things as evidence of setbacks and difficulties. Your nervous system is just having a hard time registering the presence of the good, even though your intuition and senses tell you this is a fine and praiseworthy world. It's time to retune your awareness so it perceives at least an equal amount of the positive. Hopeless, helpless thinking doesn't fit the reality of current circumstances.
Allies: Six of Coins
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING Because you have a good safety net, you feel you can rise to challenges and opportunities.The card in the Allies position points to people who can be supportive or helpful to you at this time. In this position, The Six of Coins suggests that you have friends in high places that you can depend on. You sense that you are secure enough to take a few risks and challenge yourself without endangering anything. Naturally, the best way to show gratitude for blessings of support is to learn from generous souls and pass the wisdom on to others by your example and generous assistance.
Advice: The Hermit
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING Give yourself time for contemplation. Don't allow others to stand in your way.The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible. The Hermit advises that you think things through carefully. The demands on you have been high, giving you scant time for reflection. While you have a gift for understanding the larger implications involved, you need some private time to consider the steps to take in the future. You can't just lock yourself in your room for fifteen minutes and expect to come up with profound solutions. You need more seclusion and time to assimilate and process.Now may be the moment for you to tell everyone to leave you alone. When you are fully ready, you will be able and willing to give others what they need.
Long-term Potential: The World
POSITIONAL (MAIN) MEANING The work you are doing now will be felt for a long time to come.The card in the Long-term Potential position points to unknowns still taking shape. It is the "wild card" yet to be played. With the World in this position, there is long term potential that your present actions will start a chain of consequences that will turn out to be wonderfully beneficial to humanity. This lifetime may not be long enough to show you how many generations you will influence. But if you understand that your choices matter, that your actions make a difference, and that your example will influence others, you will fulfill this prophecy.
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Think it's time I have a reading done again myself...Things are just too weird.
Posted by: King Cack August 07, 2005 at 12:58 PM
Did a little S&M performance art last night at a small private club in Hollywood. Nothing like setting the tone by walking down an alley behind a building and following a red light to a flight of basement stairs. Once inside, waivers must be initialed and signed stating that you know exactly what you're getting into & that among other things, you will not prostitute yourself. Huh?! Wow. Call me naive, but I guess that means sex is allowed here so long as no money changes hands?
