The Cross

As our Page of Wands stares directly at us we can feel their intent nature almost as if they have a secret they want to share with us. And they do. Let us pull up a chair, grab our notepad and get ready for some transformational wisdom. They bring messages from beyond what we, in our physical world, can see, feel & touch.

Doubt in the message, or our ability to hear and trust it, can prevent us from progressing on our road to enlightenment.

The feeling in the eight of swords is one of being trapped. In our minds we go over and over all of the options, but nothing seems to bring us the answer we’re looking for. Generally the situation is an unhappy one, yet we fear to leave it for whatever reason. Whether it’s an unsatisfying job, an unhappy marriage, or simply a bad habit, we tell ourselves, “My hands are tied, I can’t let go of__________”. We don’t realize that we have cast a spell of fearfulness and trepidation upon our own selves. Thus, we are the ones who have the power to break free. Close observation of this card will show that the bonds here seem to be loosely applied, insinuating that it might be easier than we thought to break them.

A reversal can indicate progress in the direction of removing self-limiting thoughts. Let go! Face your fears and move forward. To paraphrase Henry Ford, if you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right!

Aces are usually about a beginning or start of something. This one is from the earthy physical realm. Sometimes an ace’s energy can feel lonely, but actually we have many animal helpers in clear view on this card. It would behoove us to allow the animals of this world to assist with the new endeavor of our family, resources and perhaps our physical body.

The challenge can be falling in to the trap of victimhood thinking that no one is there to help, when in fact it’s all been set up and planned out waiting for us water and nurture the growth.

The Aries symbol floating in the middle of this scene reminds us it was our passion and willingness to take a chance that finally brought all our dreams to fruition. The crashing waves remind us of the emotional toll it may have taken. We need to remember that our emotional power is what helped attract and manifest this outcome. It will be important for us to remember we didn’t do it alone. Avoid letting that ‘lone wolf’ mentality seep into your world.

The Moon has always been a symbol of spiritual power, mystery, confusion and insanity. The dichotomy of spirituality and lunacy is the central truth of this image. The dog, the jackal, the crustacean and the woman all seek the same enlightenment, and all face the dangers of that journey.

In a reading, the Moon may give a warning, or invite a quest. Nothing looks the same in the light of the moon as when viewed in the light of day. The path to enlightenment is fraught with danger. Yet, we are compelled to that journey. The shadow side of the moon can indicate false imaginings and corrupted spirituality.