Ten of Wands - Opression

I get it, going for something you want more than anything can be daunting enough to leave you frozen in your tracks.  Especially if you're keeping a steady list of all the reasons why you “can't” or “shouldn't” go after your dream.  It's not the universe or circumstances that are holding you back from your bliss, it's you.  Give yourself permission to be happy and thrive, the rest will fall into place.  That fire burning in your gut is creative potential, but if you keep on denying what is rightfully yours it will just turn into indigestion.  Here's something to try, for every excuse you come up with for why you cannot, think of another two that support why you can.  “I'm worth it” and  “I deserve” it are my personal favorites, you're welcome to adopt them as your own.  

Tarot of the Week - Prince (Knight) of Wands

Fun is the operative word for this time. With your spirits so high, you're feeling a rare, childlike enthusiasm which has you willing to take risks and try things you normally wouldn't consider. Now is certainly the time to stretch your boundaries, discover new talents and abilities, and put that abundant self-confidence to the test. Try not to go too crazy though, just because you're feeling like a sexy diva doesn't mean everyone is interested in being your adoring audience – like your boss for instance. Rein it in where necessary, but not so much that you stifle your fun.

Tarot of the Week - Ten of Swords

Breaking up is hard to do, but sometimes it's long overdue.  Now is the time to call it quits, you'll feel so much better afterward. Just remember to keep a clear head.  No matter how good it's going to feel to make a clean break, remember to keep it clean.  There's no point in flying off the handle and making a big violent show of things, if words haven't worked to change things for the better up to this point, no amount of shouting them is going to work now.

Tarot of the Week - Six of Wands

No one likes a bragger, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't revel in this feeling of abundance, after all you worked hard to earn it.  Though it may seem like the rough patches of late are behind you, now is not the time to sit back and rest on your laurels.  Maintain the creative energy you're accumulating and focus your intentions wisely.  Celebrate your new promotion with friends, but be sure to not flaunt it in the face of your enemies.  There's no reason your hard work should have to come back and burn you, so party responsibly, but do party some.

Tarot of the Week - Hanged Man

Been feeling caught up in a mess of tiny little details?  Relax!  It's annoying, I know, but it's all just a sign from the Universe to slow down, step back, and look at things from a different perspective.  Can't seem to get the shadows on that new painting of yours “just right”? Try turning the canvas upside down.  No matter what has you caught up in one of life's snags, look at it from a different angle, mull things over and allow the answers to bubble up from your subconscious.  It will come, it's just taking it's sweet time, your job is to relax and enjoy the wait.

Tarot of the Week - Four of Cups

Laughter is infectious, so laugh loud and often, especially since you're overflowing with happiness and satisfaction.  It's great when everything just seems to fit together - love, work, family, and self-satisfaction - so ride this wave of happiness for as long as you can, and be sure to share it with others as a way of keeping the good vibrations flowing.  Otherwise you're likely to turn into a right pain in the arse, and we wouldn't want that, would we?

Tarot of the Week - Wheel of Fortune

Been thinking of playing the lottery?  This is the week to do so. I'm not going to give you the magic numbers, though, because you already know what you're going to play.  This is the time to take risks and be flexible, fortune is smiling upon you, especially if you're clever.  When you do experience your stroke of luck, try not to be too boastful, or expect the good times to last, because the ever-turning wheel of fortune just might run over your toes when you're not paying attention.  Bottom line:  Keep an eye out for interesting opportunities this week.