Eclipse Season is a reminder it is ok to relax. Take time to listen to your body.

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Embracing The Hermit

Has any one noticed how lonely adulting is. Especially being done with school and not seeing our friends every day I noticed I have been struggling with being alone. I recently moved to a new city and it feels like this past month my life has completely transformed. I feel like alot of my triggers from college have started to come up again. I been feeling a need for attention and validation from others. Going through a breakup, move and death all at once really adds to the loneliness. What really helped me with this loneliness is knowing that I am not alone. My full time job is doing tarot readings and I have given hundreds of reading and I noticed that no matter the age, race or gender we are all alot more similar than we think. We all need love, compassion and connection. After my grandmother passed away I have been longing for this sense of connection. For a place of community where I feel loved and appreciated. When I was in my last relationship I realized I was putting so much energy into that other person, it almost felt like a distraction so I wouldn't have to deal with myself. I stopped doing so many thing I loved to do alone, not because of them but because I noticed I rather do it with them. Currently I'm in a cafe in San Francisco 400 miles from my home town and I never felt more alone but I also feel a source of comfortability. I finally get to reclaim my selfishness. I get to wake up and do whatever I want whenever I want. I am able to really listen to my body and make the changes that are necessary.

                                           Journal Prompts

How can you embrace your loneliness?

In what ways can you reclaim your selfishness and focus on yourself?

How can you be easier on your adult self and connect with your inner child?

How can you heal your relationship with others and need for validation?

 

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Tarot is an amazing way to connect with your highest self and spirit guides. I personally use tarot daily to set the intentions for my day and to help me reflect on what I need to work on. If you are interested in getting started in tarot here are some helpful tips! 

How to find your first deck? 
you do not have to be gifted your first tarot deck. I recommend purchasing your own so it is something you resonate with. My first deck was the shrine of the black Medusa and it was created by a black queer person and I found a guide book that was also gender inclusive which I appreciate. I also use intuition when picking the deck and reading the cards. 

How to learn the meanings? This week we will focus on the elements. 
I learned the meanings by using a guide book, watching YouTube videos and tuning into my intuition. I also have a personal tarot journal where I write down my personal readings for myself. I also practiced on other people with their consent and let them know what level I was at. 

Elements in Tarot 

Cups - Water this is all about emotions and being able to feel them deeply. Heart chakra focused. 

Wands - Fire quick actions, fast movements, not much thought. strong idea. A sign to go for it 

Swords -Air stuck in your head, feeling confused of lost, uneasy not knowing where to turn 

Pentacles- Earth money, abundance, growth, pleasure & grounded 

 

Take a deep breath and get in a comfortable position. Before you start it is important to set your intention. What do you want to gain from going on the love quest ? What are you looking to discover and uncover about yourself?

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