tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35312468295941783852024-03-04T22:28:21.790-08:00Tarot by RachelJoin me as I take your understanding of Tarot to a whole new level. Personal development, empowerment, and the law of attraction are all presented within the 78 images within a Tarot deck. Through this method, the veil of mystery is lifted, and the shroud of taboo expelled, revealing the true beauty of the Tarot as you learn how to master both the deck, and your life, through Tarot's deeply personal lessonsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-61078208367725798142014-04-23T00:16:00.000-07:002014-04-23T00:16:00.236-07:00Dear Rachel - Gold Digger's Blues<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Dear
Rachel,</b></span></span></span></div>
<b><br />
</b><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>My
horoscope said that financial wealth is coming my way. It has told me
a message like that every week for the past few weeks, and my rich
father-in-law’s health keeps getting worse and worse. He has always
treated me like crap because I do not live up to my husband’s
perfect first wife, who died giving birth to my stepson, who is my
husband’s only child. My father-in-law’s will states that my
husband will get everything. I don’t want to speak ill of the
soon-to-be dead but enough is enough -- is there a golden ticket in
my future, or what?</b></span></span></span></div>
<b><br />
</b><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>With
fingers (and toes!) crossed,</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Gold
Digging Daughter-in-Law in Detroit</b></span></span></span></div>
<br />Dear Detroit,
<br />
Uhm... wow. I appreciate your honesty, that's kind of refreshing.
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Your payday is coming, but it's not because of the death of your
father-in-law. Your payday will arrive when you let go of the past,
set yourself free from the bonds of material gain and status symbols.
You've locked yourself in a prison of contempt and hold yourself
inside with a wax key shaped like your husband's first wife. For
whatever reason you feel you cannot compete with the dead, so you
listen for echoes of this sentiment from others to reinforce the
weight of your bondage. Set yourself free, woman! You are living
with a ghost and only you can release the chains that bind.
<br />
<br />
Yes, your husband's first wife was a lovely woman, and you have a
darling step-son to prove it. But you're his wife now, he chose you
because of your beautiful spirit and loving heart. It's your own
insecurity that's getting the best of you, so set that shit on fire
and let your soul rise up like a mighty phoenix from the flames. You
will be rewarded with wealth beyond your wildest imaginings, but
first you have to let go of the girlish notion that all riches come
in the form of money.
<br />
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<br />
Besides, think of how much fun it will be to spend that
inheritance utterly free of all the guilt and shame associated with
being a shallow, self-serving bitch. Money might buy temporary
happiness but it won't hold you while you cry yourself to sleep at
night. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-34271142507204082912014-04-16T12:00:00.000-07:002014-04-16T12:00:04.570-07:00Dear Rachel - Backdoor Entry and No Parking Zones<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Dear
Rachel,</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><br /></b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>The
entire time my husband and I were dating, we were compatible in every
way. We follow the same religion. We have the same taste in foods. We
both want to start a family. We were even compatible sexually. But
then we said “I do” and suddenly he wants to do so much more in
the bedroom.</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><br /></b></span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">When
he first suggested it, I immediately felt repulsed. He said he is
okay with my “exit only do not enter” policy regarding backdoor
sex, but he is </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><i>OBSESSED</i></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">
</span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">with
it! He is always talking about how perfect my bottom is, and how he
would love to explore it - but then quickly reminds me that he
respects my decision of not wanting to do that.</span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><br /></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>But
then in bed he is all touchy feely...back there. He even asks me if
I’d like some wine to help me “open up” so we can “explore
new areas in the bedroom”. I’m no fool, Rachel! The only area he
wants to open up and explore is my backdoor!</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><br /></b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Can
your cards help me? What can I tell this man to make him realize that
NO MEANS NO? Please help me before his devious desires lead to the
death of our marriage. I can’t go on like this!</b></span></span></span></div>
<b><br />
</b><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Sincerely,</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>No
Rear Entry in Newport, Rhode Island</b></span></span></span></div>
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Dear Newport,
<br />
I bet you could put an end to this stalemate by suggesting
turn-about is fair play. He might think twice about the avenues of
kink he dares to explore, or you could find yourself in thrilling new
territory. Either way, be careful what you wish for and even more
careful with how you negotiate this sensitive topic. That's just my
two cents, let's see what the cards have to say!
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Okay, let's be honest. This isn't all about the sex, or the
potential discomfort of it, because you're a little bit curious about
toying with taboo just as much as your husband. Looks to me like you
worry that you're disappointing to your husband in some fashion, that
you're falling short in satisfying him, that you somehow aren't
enough for your man. This fear and worry of yours is hinging on this
one thing in the bedroom, but I'm willing to bet if you dug a little
deeper you've been worrying about this in other areas of your
marriage as well.
<br />
<br />
<br />
Your husband loves you, he trusts you, and he wants to share an
intimacy with you that he's not felt safe enough to explore with
other women. That's a beautiful thing! But what I see here is that
you worry if you give up control in this one area your husband will
take that as a green light to “coerce” you into other things that
are outside your comfort zone. What you call coercion your husband
calls communication. Get on the same page. What other areas of your
marriage are strained, do you feel a lack of connection with your
husband? What can your husband do to make you feel safe and secure
in all areas of your marriage? These might the things that need to be
discussed before you consider giving him the secret knock to your
backdoor.
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-20158752716333978892014-04-09T12:00:00.000-07:002014-04-09T12:00:03.991-07:00Dear Rachel - Boyfriend's Work Relationship<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Dear
Rachel,</b></span></span></span></div>
<b><br />
</b><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>My
boyfriend started a new job, and he is acting weird. Lately whenever
his cellphone rings, he steps outside to take the call. When I ask
him about his job, he is fine until I ask about one particular girl
and then he gets all moody. He used to leave his cellphone off during
dinner, movies, or lovemaking but lately he started taking text
messages during all those things - and that last one is the worst! I
cannot imagine what is up with him. What do your cards say please?
Will everything be okay?</b></span></span></span></div>
<b><br />
</b><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Signed,</b></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Confused
in Cincinnati, OH</b></span></span></span></div>
<br />Dear Cincinnati,
<br />
This guy must be something pretty special if he's still your
boyfriend after the whole texting-while-sexing incident, but that's
just my two cents. Let's see what the cards have to say about your
mystery man.
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Men are relatively simple creatures compared to us deeply
complicated women. Yes, his attention has strayed and it's leaving
you off-kilter, but it won't help matters any if you try to fight
fire with fire. Consider the scenario: He's got a new job, that's
totally awesome! Have you showered him with genuine appreciation and
respect for the achievement, or are you continuing to nag him about
bills that have been neglected during the lull in paychecks? Maybe
there is some little filly at work that's making him feel like a
stud, that flame will cool once your man has settled into a daily
routine at the office. It will cool faster if you keep the home
fires burning with intense passion. Next time he whips out his cell
phone during sex, ask him if he wants to take some saucy pictures of
you in your new lingerie. Don't get caught up in drama and stress,
that shit is poison! Instead, get to work on reminding your man that
you don't care where he goes to work up an appetite so long as he
comes home to enjoy dinner.
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
So there you have it: Everything will be okay. Start respecting
your man and he will stop exhibiting behaviors that make you feel
unloved. You have your work cut out for you! </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-41633555983842863612014-04-02T12:00:00.000-07:002014-04-02T12:00:01.046-07:00Dear Rachel - Family Business and Busy Bodies <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Dear
Rachel,<br /><br /></b></span></span><b style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 114%;">For
as long as I can remember, my parents have pulled me into my sister’s
drama. When we were younger, it was limited to things like “help
your sister do this project for school so she won’t fail her class
/ semester / grade” and then as we got older it was more serious
situations such as “can your sister crash on your couch for a week
to hide out from her psychotic boyfriend” and “please be a
witness in court to keep your sister out of jail”.</b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Finally
almost 18 months ago I had enough. I cut off all contact from my
family, and I have never been happier. My doctor says I have never
been in better physical health. My relationship with my husband and
our children - who all support my decision and stand by me in it, has
never been better.<br /></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>The
problem is a person who is a family friend. She is constantly working
information (i.e. gossip) about my parents and sister in
conversation, and asking if I am sure there is no hope for
reconciliation. The last time I told her sure, if they can give me
back 30+ years of my life that did not revolve around my high
maintenance sister, I would consider it.<br /></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>So
tell me Rachel, what do your cards say? Should I keep dodging
questions my “friend” asks? Or should I just be blunt? I am not
trying to hurt anyone’s feelings, but involving myself with my
parents and sister is not good for my emotional health. I do not hate
them at all. In fact, I still love them dearly. I am just choosing
to, for the first time ever, live my own life without their negative
influences trying to control every aspect of it.</b></span></span></div>
<b><br />
</b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Thanks
for all your help!</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b>Leave
Me Alone in Lexington, KY</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Dear
Lexington, </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Wow!
What a conundrum! The way I see it, you have an excellent
opportunity to demonstrate some much-needed grace and dignity to your
family, simply by standing firm in your convictions to maintain a
healthy distance. That's just my two cents, let's see what the cards
have to say on the matter of dealing with your gossipy girlfriend. </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Be
blunt! Faithful are the wounds of a friend, after all. My advice to
you, Lexington, is to pray and ask for the tactful and loving words
that will help your friend understand that you're so much healthier
without direct contact from your family. Her round-about attempts at
drawing you into the fold are good-natured and positive in intent,
keep this in mind when speaking to her, but remember to be firm and
focused on your ultimate message of “this topic is off-limits.” </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Even
though your friend is having a hard time seeing the situation from
your perspective, take a moment to see the situation through her
eyes. Her family experience is very different from your own, and
because of this, she simply can't imagine having emotional distance
in the family. The thought pains her, so she assumes you are quietly
suffering, which is why she continues to make attempts at third-party
reconciliation. Like I said, she means well and her intentions are
pure. Now you simply need to convince her that you are better than
great, and give a clear warning if she brings up the topic again you
won't be so tactful when telling her where she can stick her nose. </span></span></span>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.com0Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA19.7992907 -155.9036294999999719.3209647 -156.54907649999996 20.2776167 -155.25818249999998tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-55453142022021399262013-04-28T20:30:00.000-07:002013-04-28T20:30:11.730-07:00Ten of Wands - Opression<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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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. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-51750681109245928082013-03-31T15:45:00.000-07:002013-03-31T15:45:58.217-07:00Tarot of the Week - Prince (Knight) of Wands<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-89768293241137656662013-03-24T12:00:00.000-07:002013-03-24T12:00:02.662-07:00Tarot of the Week - Ten of Swords<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="182" style="height: 136.5pt; width: 454pt;" width="605"><br />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. </td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-31368217875642232432013-03-17T19:34:00.000-07:002013-03-17T19:34:01.225-07:00Tarot of the Week - Six of Wands<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="208" style="height: 156.0pt; width: 454pt;" width="605">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.</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-22731515373187539482013-03-10T12:00:00.000-07:002013-03-10T12:00:04.336-07:00Tarot of the Week - Hanged Man<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="208" style="height: 156.0pt; width: 454pt;" width="605"><br />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.</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-57648179450372857882013-03-03T12:00:00.000-08:002013-03-03T12:00:00.128-08:00Tarot of the Week - Four of Cups<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="130" style="height: 97.5pt; width: 454pt;" width="605">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? </td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-53486726087283283832013-02-24T12:00:00.000-08:002013-02-24T12:00:01.260-08:00Tarot of the Week - Wheel of Fortune<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="208" style="height: 156.0pt; width: 454pt;" width="605">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.</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-59795627095908736392013-02-17T12:00:00.000-08:002013-02-17T12:00:01.273-08:00Tarot of the Week - Page of Cups<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="208" style="height: 156.0pt; width: 454pt;" width="605">Don't
be surprised if folks swarm to you for relationship advice, your emotional
intuition is dead on. Probably because
you have a unique perspective which allows you to understand the forces at
play without getting yourself caught up in the drama. Friends, family, even co-workers, will take
comfort in your heartfelt advice because they know your compassion doesn't
come with strings attached. Just be
sure to let people know there are limits to your generosity, otherwise you
may need to start charging for your counseling sessions.</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-43714794811840412022013-02-10T12:00:00.000-08:002013-02-10T12:00:03.189-08:00Tarot of the Week - Four of Pentacles<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="234" style="height: 175.5pt; width: 454pt;" width="605">Feeling
a little defensive lately? You may feel like you have all your ducks in a row
but I'm seeing a different story. I
get it, you take yourself seriously, and the things that are important to you
are important. You're not alone, even
if you feel like you are, so why the need for closing yourself off and
raising the alarms? The folks you find
so threatening are actually admirers of your work who want to learn from you,
they're not trying to steal your ideas.
Share what you're comfortable sharing, and protect everything
else. If nothing else, let down your guard
around the ones you love, all this additional stress you're carrying is
making folks anxious.</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-53903303012777173702013-02-03T12:00:00.000-08:002013-02-03T12:00:04.265-08:00Tarot of the Week - Two of Swords<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl69" height="156" style="height: 117.0pt; width: 454pt;" width="605"><br />Why so
tense? Take this week to look for
win-win compromises, even if it means you're the one who has to take the
first step towards making peace. Just
make sure that you mean it and the things you're offering are things you'll
legitimately deliver on. After all,
this could lead to a beautiful partnership so long as you're willing to meet
in the middle and find some positive solutions. Peace pipes were made for a
reason, my friend, so puff up and pass!</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-77264583747510075142013-01-27T12:00:00.000-08:002013-01-27T12:00:00.750-08:00Tarot of the Week - The Magician<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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talking and quick wits aren't the only tricks up your sleeve, just be careful
what you ask for, you just might get it – and more. Avoid frustration and setbacks by adding
more detail where necessary, because not everyone has your talent for picking
up on subtle clues. Meanwhile, save the condescending tone for those who
really deserve it, you may pride yourself on sounding like an expert but you
still have a lot to learn. If others have accused you of being a slick,
double-talker, you might want to consider your words more carefully. After
all, there's nothing worse than a snake oil salesman, aside from a snake oil
salesman who buys his own product.</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-2369871286751862812013-01-20T12:00:00.000-08:002013-01-20T12:00:01.956-08:00Tarot of the Week - Four of Wands<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<td class="xl67" height="208" style="height: 156.0pt; width: 454pt;" width="605">What
goes around comes around, and it's long overdue for some new inspiration to
come your way. Good thing you tied up
the other loose ends that were blocking the path. Oh, you didn't know you've been blocking
your own creativity? Well, now that
you've been clued in you can start clearing the clutter! All those unfinished projects that have
been gathering dust on your desk, now is the time to tie them up or trash
them. Once you get the ball rolling,
expect the momentum to generate some creative sparks. Consider it spring cleaning for the soul.</td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-83932792457825128222012-05-20T17:17:00.000-07:002012-05-20T17:19:30.391-07:00Lust For Life Is More Than A Song<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Before we get to the meat of today's card, let's first look at it from the position of Astrology, Kabbalah, and Numerology.<br />
<span style="color: navy; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><br />
<span style="color: navy; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Venus
in Leo – Creative development of passion leads to enjoyment and
satisfaction</span><br />
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<span style="color: navy;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Zodiac:Leo</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Element:
Fire</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Number:
11 as the perfect combination of 1 and 2 (the cross sum of 11 is 2)</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: navy;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Tree
of Life: The connection between Chesed and Geburah*</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: navy;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">*Chesed:
Condensation, the power of growth and stability. Geburah: Movement
and changing, the power of destruction</span></span></span></div>
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<br />
If you ask me, Aleister Crowley had it
right when he redesigned the Lust card. Other incarnations, the
Rider-Waite deck in particular, call this card “Strength” and
depict its meaning with the image of a woman peacefully prying open
the mouth of a lion. Regardless of the imagery, the message remains
the same, meet life head on but be aware
of the consequences.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggyq-MifCz9cs0omYTvALtOKQO1L0O1PWAE08iwQrfb_ZL2ZWlzhRqROBwyxK45yJXwXWY25-1B11Z2LC881eoQ7s-3MJH03FF9trUehGVMBAtzHn-xmXvD91h-yLjok5qwMHIA-REz1U/s1600/Lust.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggyq-MifCz9cs0omYTvALtOKQO1L0O1PWAE08iwQrfb_ZL2ZWlzhRqROBwyxK45yJXwXWY25-1B11Z2LC881eoQ7s-3MJH03FF9trUehGVMBAtzHn-xmXvD91h-yLjok5qwMHIA-REz1U/s400/Lust.png" width="252" /></a>Here we see a nude woman, reclining
upon the back of a seven-headed lion, wielding the ace of cups in her
outstretched palm. Her expression is one of languorous repose, yet
even in this seemingly relaxed state she still commands the beast
beneath her. In the most basic of terms, the lion represents man,
and man's insatiable craving for the red meat of action. And the woman? Well that's a little more straight-forward, she represents the
passion and creativity of the feminine Archetype. Put the two
together and you're bound to create sparks. There's a lot of
chemistry present in this card, evident by the wielding of the ace of
cups, which is depicted here as the inverted astrological symbol of
Leo, stylized as an egg-nurturing womb. Quite simply, it's the Lust
for life which yields new, invigorating experiences, it's necessary
to personal development. But let's look at a couple of symbols in
closer detail.
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUfb9o5w5OLTvr4EEWAM3IjUjGVOZFTMzPdEmAI3hiZ66SbUl24sqyPDfyoLukWQbttmRFPSyCTRgjBM50cz7yuSvlMZMWwuX6bM2wejVGVzpRo-qkL9IUMVSVr7RozZhHoJ98c47Xokg/s1600/Lust+-+detail+-+Lion.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUfb9o5w5OLTvr4EEWAM3IjUjGVOZFTMzPdEmAI3hiZ66SbUl24sqyPDfyoLukWQbttmRFPSyCTRgjBM50cz7yuSvlMZMWwuX6bM2wejVGVzpRo-qkL9IUMVSVr7RozZhHoJ98c47Xokg/s1600/Lust+-+detail+-+Lion.png" /></a>Seven-Headed Lion – According to
Aleister Crowley, these seven heads represent the archetypes of the
Angel, the Saint, the Poet, the Bacchanalian Woman, the Warrior, the
Satyr, and the Lion-Serpent seen upon the tail. Seven is significant
here, not just from a numerology standpoint, but also because of the
seven chakras – the powerful spiritual centers we carry. Some
claim these seven heads represent the forms of Sins we must face from
one day to the next. In truth, these archetypes are a part of all of
us, their various facets make up our personality and our psyche, they
should be experienced, examined, and then integrated as part of our
path of personal development. In short, the lion is the beast within
ourselves which we all struggle to understand. Not something to be
shut out or suppressed, but definitely something to enjoy as part of
the life experience.
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5tweVvJzVlKCCQVqjuAnWiarw7lYXqvKCfIBHKYG6FYIR_NX8rLKveEjaCl_OuQlkmaT8AjCNs35gOu1TxnsAv1bAFD34A5y6CVSr0_chglN5Eld6Z-WCM2isYkkVxKuUd9zU8CEVlg/s1600/Lust+-+Detail+-+Woman.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5tweVvJzVlKCCQVqjuAnWiarw7lYXqvKCfIBHKYG6FYIR_NX8rLKveEjaCl_OuQlkmaT8AjCNs35gOu1TxnsAv1bAFD34A5y6CVSr0_chglN5Eld6Z-WCM2isYkkVxKuUd9zU8CEVlg/s1600/Lust+-+Detail+-+Woman.png" /></a>The Lusty Lady – Some folks have
called this gal the Whore of Babylon, even going so far as to say the
lion she rides is the ten-horned beast, as if this card is something to
condemn. I don't think that's all together fair, or even accurate.
Besides, we see this naked lass again in the deck, and we positively
celebrate her passions when we see her depicted as the Princess of
Wands, so why not afford her the same respect when we see her here
again, doing what she loves the most- living life to the fullest and
encouraging others to do the same.
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What's this mean from a personal growth
perspective? In one word: Balance. Okay, okay, you caught me, all
the cards are about balance in one way or another. This card in
particular stresses the importance of striking a balance between
chasing after your desires and succumbing to them completely. It's
important to experience life to the fullest, to truly live it, and be
present in the moment. What's the point of having a string of
thrilling adventures if you can't remember them, or simply fail to
grow as a result? Likewise, can you really say you've lived if you
spend all your time against the wall, observing the passage of life?
At the end of the day, you decide what's best for you, you tame your
own inner animal, and you use a degree of Lust to make it happen. </div>
</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-5429777888813235022012-04-22T00:21:00.000-07:002012-04-21T21:23:26.227-07:00Intimate Reflections – 78 Steps to Personal Clarity<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I really can't remember what sparked my
interest in the Tarot, what events transpired to put a deck in my
hand and make me realize a hidden talent. I started young, that much
I do know, but I don't believe age is any indication of ability.
With patience, practice and trust in one's abilities, psychic talent
can certainly be honed – this goes for the Tarot as well.
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYEbim6MNoc8WvBDR_e8ghiYEcSQCTUxza7GiNLlt1QGn0msDgv5q8u52OQmLFsaH-Wzu12QjnFNbWQT3hdEQ9Tg-oLZF_9a8THis3-ZrgBIbzhOOazUCckoJANjQbvFDdREmRAzdqlSc/s1600/tarot+by+rachel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYEbim6MNoc8WvBDR_e8ghiYEcSQCTUxza7GiNLlt1QGn0msDgv5q8u52OQmLFsaH-Wzu12QjnFNbWQT3hdEQ9Tg-oLZF_9a8THis3-ZrgBIbzhOOazUCckoJANjQbvFDdREmRAzdqlSc/s400/tarot+by+rachel.jpg" width="270" /></a>If I really had to put a finger on it,
I would say my interest and dabbling in Tarot, Palmistry, and other
methods of divination, began more as an interest in learning about
topics we wouldn't normally cover in school. When it came time for a
group project regarding a subject of our choosing, I would always
railroad the discussion towards the history of divination. Anything
that would allow me to paint my own tarot cards, read someone's palm
in front of an audience, or otherwise make straight-laced people
squirm as they felt their paradigms shifting. Seriously, I can think
of at least school projects between middle school and college devoted
to tarot and other forms of fortune telling – they were always a
huge hit.
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What began as a desire to stand out
amongst my peers has developed into a deep respect for the Tarot and
its ability to accurately reflect those areas in our lives needing
the most attention. After all, we can't fix something unless we know
it's broken, and the nice thing about the Tarot is each and every
card gives practical advice towards lifting the burdens of life's
challenges. The deck itself tells the story of the human experience,
not just amongst the Major Arcana which describes a heroes journey -
the way in which we must all establish our independence and forge a
legacy - but also the Minor Arcana which describes the day to day
toils and triumphs that shape our personality as we grow into our
own.
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Through the Tarot we come to learn that
everything is connected, astronomy, numerology, elemental
designations, even the various symbols used to demonstrate
progression from one card to the next. From this we can begin to
think of the Tarot as a smaller, hand-held version of our universe.
A guidebook, of sorts, which contains all the answers of the world,
just waiting for the questions to be asked and the reader to
interpret the response. There's plenty of places you can go for free
online tarot readings, but it helps to have a working knowledge of
the tarot before putting too much stock in the guidance you receive.
Seems there are resources a plenty, but when it comes to tarot
readings you can trust, its better to seek a live individual, simply
because they're better equipped to clarify gray areas or seemingly
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<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW1S_2s72CUPAjJ5biEOYF0yN2uL8v835mrXPHNYkyqQKb_cbTTvbPzp0RAayw1tF7SHEF_TgX40hmoRuIpDe6ecFzmSkh3odpvV3KRv91ipKR-SgkTVhb_AY5ZSya4C1lqzxpk7DdgOs/s1600/roleplay+blurb.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW1S_2s72CUPAjJ5biEOYF0yN2uL8v835mrXPHNYkyqQKb_cbTTvbPzp0RAayw1tF7SHEF_TgX40hmoRuIpDe6ecFzmSkh3odpvV3KRv91ipKR-SgkTVhb_AY5ZSya4C1lqzxpk7DdgOs/s200/roleplay+blurb.png" width="200"></a>Recently I introduced the idea of using the Tarot as inspiration for role-play and visualization. I'm going to delve a little deeper into this same subject matter today, because like Tarot, role play tends to get a bad wrap. Don't believe me? Just look into the protests and boycotts which dragged Dungeons & Dragons through the muck in the late 1980's. Of the many <a href="http://www.holysmoke.org/wb/wb0017.htm">complaints against D&D</a>, and similar fantasy games, probably the most ridiculous was the suggestion this form of entertainment acts as a gateway to more serious concerns such as drug use and dabbling in the occult, even Satanism. With no quantifiable data to support their bogus claims, these <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patricia_Pulling">voices of contempt</a> were eventually stifled. I'm willing to bet many more were inspired to try D&D <i>because</i> of it's alleged connections to the occult compared to those who were scared straight after a long night of epic battles against orcs.</div></div><a href="https://tarotbyrachel.blogspot.com/2011/06/character-building-literally-with-help.html#more">Read more »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-82161369349462651992011-06-07T13:14:00.000-07:002011-06-07T13:14:55.336-07:00Hey Diva, Your Understudy Would Like a Word<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=3531246829594178385" name="query_h1"></a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=3531246829594178385" name="hotword"></a> Remember when <a href="http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=11081">Sebastian Bach was fired from Jesus Christ Superstar</a> before the show in Columbus Ohio? If the multiple standing ovations received by his understudy were any indication, attendees did not miss the lead singer of Skid Row one bit. What's this have to do with the Tarot? Keep reading, my reasoning will reveal itself.<br />
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Tarot provides insight into our psyche, shedding light on those areas in our lives where self-improvement is possible, but let's shift gears a little and discuss how Tarot can build confidence and creativity via the <span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;">therapeutic role-play. Frequently, corporate trainers, therapists, even friends will suggest role-play as a means to grow. Visualization is amazing for creating new habits, <a href="http://tarotbyrachel.blogspot.com/2010/07/youre-shining-star-no-matter-who-you.html">I'm certain I've talked about it before</a>. I know I'll talk about it again. </span> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;">This isn't “Fake it till you make it.” </span></b> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;">Sure, there is a level of fantasy and pretend going on, but more than this there's the stepping outside of oneself, adopting a new perspective, and experiencing the sensation of the strange unknown which is often so paralyzing. Have you ever met someone that sticks in a horrible situation simply because it's the one they know best, and the idea of something different is overwhelming? Are you one of those people? </span> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;"><b>How about a show of hands for all the readers who follow some sort of script as part of their career.</b> I see some telemarketers and customer service reps out there. Yes, I've counted all of you that answer the phone with, “(Name of Company), how may I direct your call?”, there's lots of you! </span><br />
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<span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;">The point I'm trying to make is you're already familiar with the concept of <a href="http://serc.carleton.edu/introgeo/roleplaying/">role play</a>. You're following a script, after all, doesn't that mean you're acting the part of dutiful employee during business hours? Some of you might even be playing the role of devoted spouse. <b> Just think of the rewards if you weren't playing these roles half-heartedly!</b> But let's not go to extremes; I'm looking at you co-authors of "<a href="http://www.therulesbook.com/">The Rules</a>", creator of <a href="http://www.purityball.com/">purity balls</a>, and members of <a href="http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5h1Wcr1HWfmv9iDXPMgLCEhSqZMrQ?docId=CNG.d8595bca5666c62acd2c4571b115f96d.871">Obedient Wives Clubs</a> (past, present and future). Be reasonable. </span> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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<span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;"><b>Want to make life more interesting? </b></span><br />
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<span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;"><b> </b>Play out the rest of the day as if you were the person capable of wielding the <b>Ace of Swords</b>. According to the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ciframe%20src=%22http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=tarbyrac-20&o=1&p=8&l=as1&asins=1567182658&ref=tf_til&fc1=000000&IS2=1&lt1=_blank&m=amazon&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr%22%20style=%22width:120px;height:240px;%22%20scrolling=%22no%22%20marginwidth=%220%22%20marginheight=%220%22%20frameborder=%220%22%3E%3C/iframe%3E">Arthurian Legend Tarot</a>, that individual was Sir Galahad. Noble, brave, decisive, mental prowess, these are just a few of the keywords often associated with the Ace of Swords. Not a bad start, eh? </span> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;">How would Sir Galahad play the part of you? You may find, like Sebastian Bach, folks like the understudy better. I suppose you could pepper your conversations with “ye” and “thee”; expect funny looks and suggestions for professional consultation. What I really mean is, how would you behave if you were decisive, clear thinking, filled with the sort of mental prowess that caused people to stop and listen to your insightful wisdom? Try it, with any card you happen to draw*, share your experience in the comments below. </span> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;">*Sure, this takes a moderate knowledge of the Tarot to put yourself into the mindset of whatever card you happen to draw; don't forget all those <a href="http://www.tarotgoddess.com/">tarot related</a> sites just waiting to provide a deeper insight to the meaning of each card. There's always Crowley's <a href="http://www.tarot.com/tarot/decks/index.php?deckID=5">Thoth deck</a>, beautiful imagery and handy titles like Valor, Debauchery, and Satiation will get your brainstorm brewing. </span><br />
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<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">A few years ago, a friend of mine told me the best gift she could give me was the gift of independence. Okay, so it required finding an apartment within my budget when I had no more to my name than a dollar and a dream, but she was right. It's been a long, rocky road, fraught with one economic pitfall after another, but the wisdom of today's card has made the path not only manageable, but also rewarding in ways mere finances could never satisfy. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibAnwLcD-Nuo5VJ1Jed-cTlKcO51z0loNUJQmR-YP63Isk8qUloffbW_KIUf6zUq_L68-xcvuH2FDbArEaTfYF7dPegRXPCiN4BV8bnb595dtR6bN2oy-oyHkMYkbCk4opaJlofLyrHGQ/s1600/Knight+of+Disks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibAnwLcD-Nuo5VJ1Jed-cTlKcO51z0loNUJQmR-YP63Isk8qUloffbW_KIUf6zUq_L68-xcvuH2FDbArEaTfYF7dPegRXPCiN4BV8bnb595dtR6bN2oy-oyHkMYkbCk4opaJlofLyrHGQ/s320/Knight+of+Disks.jpg" width="202" /></a>Some folks find this image disturbing, others take a look at this guy and find his demeanor comforting. How is it for you? Five years ago, I'd look at this card and heave an almighty groan of despair. These days, when the Knight of Disks works his way to the top of my deck, I smile and invite him to stay a while. I suppose it all boils down to how you interpret his message:</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> You reap what you sow</b></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Let me rephrase for all those folks in the “if you ain't making dollars, you ain't making cents” corner:</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> Get a job + Go to work = Collect Pay*</b></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>*This equation works for any manner of personal “currency”, not strictly financial. Want the payout to be in the form of quality time spent with the family, make the following adjustments: </i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><strike>Get a Job</strike> <b>Rent a movie</b> + <strike>Go to work</strike> <b>call the family together</b> = <strike>Collect Pay</strike> <b>quality time</b></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">If you're out there screaming, “you make it sound so easy!” then you understand why this Knight is often met with such disdain. His sensible, deliberate methodology is such a slap in the face to us die-hard optimists adhering religiously to a minimal effort/maximum payout philosophy. At least we can rest easy knowing this knight won't try to sell us on weight-loss scheme that works while sleeping; no short-cuts or snake-oil tactics for this guy. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">When it comes to sticking to tried-and-true methods, this knight is so reliable he's often misrepresented with labels such as: <b>stubborn, dull, even boring</b>. Let's be fair, he also brings desirable traits such as <b>industriousness, patience, and enduring strength</b> to the table, and with traits like these I'll put up with a bit of boring. Besides, nearly every time someone's called me stubborn about something, I was more of the mind that I was just plain passionate. This is the sort of difference of opinion and self-assessment the Knight of Disks is accustomed to. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Sure, he's not flashy. Compared to other Knights in the deck, this one is firmly rooted, with a gaze so fixed upon the horizon his features are but a blur. It's not the Knight himself that demands attention here, but the overall message of him as a factor in his surroundings. This knight understands that <b>the efforts of today impact the manifestations of the future</b>, this same holds true for his approach to health and diet. He's not pausing to lord over his domain, rather he's stopping to replenish the machine which is his body, he's enjoying the rewards (grain) of his efforts (cultivation of the fields), while training his eye towards building upon this success. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">When the Knight of Disks shows up it's a good indication that health and finances are a hot topic. Perhaps a business deal is looming on the horizon, or a legal endeavor will finally be settled. The thing to remember here is <b>you get out of it what you put into it</b>. If your finances aren't in order, straighten them out. If you're financially secure (share your tips with me!) then you may want to consider ways to make your money work even harder for you. For those of you who fail to see the connection between health and finances, please share in the comments below the secret to showing up for work while dead. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">If you would like to know what message the Knight of Disks has for you, be sure to <a href="http://tarotbyrachel.com/bookareading.html">book a reading</a>! </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03249785787937537362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531246829594178385.post-69744461378881105962010-10-15T20:17:00.000-07:002010-10-15T20:17:34.299-07:00Is Your Soul's Source of Water Drinkable?<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Bloggers all over the world have taken up the challenge today to discuss a common subject in the hopes of sparking sweeping conversation about a single precious commodity; <a href="http://blogactionday.change.org/">Water</a>. Yes, my friends, I am one such blogger. <a href="http://www.worldwaterday.org/">World Water Day</a> is right around the corner, and how you get involved this October 22<sup>nd</sup>, or any other day, is up to you and I certainly encourage you to check out some of the easy options available to you such as <a href="http://www.wateruseitwisely.com/100-ways-to-conserve/index.php">this</a>, or even <a href="http://store.theonion.com/product/my-other-water-bottle-is-50000-styrofoam-cups-stai,169/">this</a>. Rather than recite a heap of statistics you've probably already heard in other sources, today I'd like to think globally while acting locally, and you really can't get much more local than your self. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">When I think of water, I think of Achilles and his vulnerable heel; that tender little spot where his mother held him so delicately while dunking his infant form into the River Styx. Whether used for spiritual strengthening, cleansing or preparation for a transition, water has been referenced in texts far and wide for its ability to draw one closer to the divine. Indeed, <a href="http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2010/04/sacred-water/newman-text">sacred bodies of water</a> exist to this very day and are called into use regularly by people of all walks of life. Associated with the qualities of emotion and intuition, water is one of the few universal elements across philosophies worldwide. Just like a single drop of water can overflow a vase, a single person can change the landscape for the better. Let's all strive to be that individual, in our own little way. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>The Ace of Cups creates an image of balance and harmony, the reflection of the internal in perfect balance with the external.</b> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOA_jn44NB6KPUV0MxVmWvpZ20WnKDTTlkNAQUSlXU2HRXt7P3JWkmmPykCn-DPMzmGmnodmQpbupxuUunV9TbzC4TfTbuLEteMQFJPJ1N6JXsKmJIOO6QIYJiv9oMecLfj4vSs8uomJw/s1600/Ace+of+Cups.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOA_jn44NB6KPUV0MxVmWvpZ20WnKDTTlkNAQUSlXU2HRXt7P3JWkmmPykCn-DPMzmGmnodmQpbupxuUunV9TbzC4TfTbuLEteMQFJPJ1N6JXsKmJIOO6QIYJiv9oMecLfj4vSs8uomJw/s1600/Ace+of+Cups.jpg" /></a></div>The Ace of Cups symbolizes the emotional balance necessary to nurture, support, heal and care for oneself in equal proportion to how one would nurture, support, heal and care for others. Often associated with new relationships, or a sense of recent understanding and the rush of emotion which follows, this Ace indicates a moment of awakening which is marked by love and wisdom. Love in the form of the ray of light illuminating the grail, which is the cobalt blue color of nurturing wisdom. The lotus blossom at the base of the cup is a symbol of divine birth, one's inner divine spirit reflecting outwardly. You may recall that <a href="http://tarotbyrachel.blogspot.com/2010/07/when-in-need-of-comfort-empress.html">the Empress</a> also carries a lotus to demonstrate her connection to the Ace of Cups and its message. Ultimately, this is a card of perfect balance, supported by love and wisdom, indicating an ability to communicate feelings from a place of emotional integrity, from a place of trust rather than control. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">If you would like to know how to bring your internal into balance with your external, along with any other secrets the Tarot may hold for you, please don't hesitate to <a href="https://www.paypal.com/us/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_flow&SESSION=tMF2kUHxPhMCA-LovoOl2j90IEuUXbmsfs9D__SUQfUBt8wbTUI1AAFS_C8&dispatch=50a222a57771920b6a3d7b606239e4d529b525e0b7e69bf0224adecfb0124e9b61f737ba21b08198aa166382b1a4fa18397ddfa4b9e9201b">book a reading</a>. In celebration of Blog Action Day and World Water Day, I'm going to let <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnRaCZZ9mPc">the Muppets</a> help me sign off.<br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>The hermit is the universal symbol of contemplation, creativity, introspection and the wisdom which comes from experience. </b> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I'm thrilled to report our world is filled with many figures who embody the Hermit archetype, it's wonderful to know that our hero of the day has been able to find enough authentic and meaningful relationships that we are able to still benefit from his wisdom. <b>You may even recognize aspects of the Hermit within yourself from time to time.</b> Specifically those days when you just want some time alone so you can think in peace and clear the clutter from the clogged corners of your mind. You may even recognize the Hermit in the eccentric individual, or private counselor, you seek for guidance when it comes to the deep, dark secrets you don't share with your immediate circle of friends.<b> </b><br />
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<b>When you find yourself slipping into a Hermit phase, as we are all prone to do from time to time, embrace it! </b>Take a walk in the evening, go out and get the mental space you require in order to shed some light into those darkened recesses of your mind that are crying to be examined. In short, do whatever you need to do in order to achieve the peace of mind you desire. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Dear Katey, </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Before I get into the nuts and bolts of your reading, please let me first commend you for your bravery. It can't be easy to ask such an emotionally vulnerable question to begin with, especially in an open form such as this. The decision you're facing is a difficult one, regardless of circumstances. Rest assured, I promise to give you an honest answer as tactfully as is possible. <b>Ultimately, however, the choice you make is your own.</b> I can only offer insight based on what the cards reveal, you are responsible for the final decision of what you feel is best for you, your unborn child, and your family as a whole. That being said, let's get down to business.<br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Because you haven't said who the third person is making up the “trio”, I'm going to first talk about the father. That's who I see fleeing the scene, at least (<b>Knight of Swords</b>). I also see his departure was rather abrupt, much like your whirlwind romance and the discovery of your pregnancy. So, here you are, with a child you don't know yet, but already love, and no father to stand by your side during the experience. With him out the door, it's a glaring realization that you're going to be raising this child on your own; a constant reminder of how quickly things can change in the blink of an eye. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">You've been through this before, this isn't your first try at raising a child on your own, against all odds. In which case, this the other person making up this elusive “trio” could be your other child. If you recall, that stormy affair brought its own happy ending (<b>Nine of Cups</b>). Folks were angry, disappointed and all the other erratic emotions that send up your “<i>everyone is angry, and this is supposed to be a loving environment</i>” alarms. This is a time when you want and need support, but the feedback you're getting is contradictory. I see you have weathered similar storms in the past, this experience is nothing new. Give yourself some credit, when it comes to overcoming supposedly insurmountable odds, you've proven yourself wrong in the past. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">For argument's sake, let's say this unspecified “trio” you mentioned is your Mind-body-Spirit connection. When all the chaos of your environment is quiet enough for you to listen to these three in unison, what kind of music do you hear? In the center of this spread we have <b>Art,</b> representing the fusion of opposites. This is alchemy at its finest, even though it takes a great deal of practice, and some failures along the way. It's not easy to take two things which are seemingly opposite and create something wholly new and wonderful from the union.<br />
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Looking to the future we have a <i>the Swords</i> representing Mind, it's no surprise you're contemplating all the possible outcomes of your situation, good and bad. Holding firm in the past, you'll see <i>the Cups</i> giving a emotional argument on behalf of Body; the emotions you associate with the first time you held your child are providing a hefty anchor. </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">The Artist within, representing your Spirit is working hard to be heard, wanting desperately to take a seemingly impossible situation and transform it into something stronger and stable. <b>What if the paradox that's struggling for transformation is you, and this situation you're in is the kick in the pants you needed to figure out what you truly want to achieve in life?</b> Next, what has to happen to shift your gears and bring your mind, body, and spirit into unison?</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="color: #351c75; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I have a concert I'm preparing with 2 other women singers for October 15th. None of us has come right out and said it, but we've hinted at feeling a very positive vibration, and we all feel doors are already opening even as we are just preparing. Is this destined to be an auspicious occasion?</span></div><div style="color: #351c75; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</span></div>Dear Jean,<br />
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Congratulations on this exciting endeavor! October 15<sup>th</sup> is just around the corner, and though it will be here before you realize it, I see all of your careful planning and practice will pay off nicely. <br />
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The buzz amongst your group is apparent, it's gone unmentioned directly because none of you wants to rush ahead blindly. Even as you're all trying to keep your heads on straight and not get ahead of yourselves, you have a very nice balance of forward momentum (<b>Knight of Wands</b>) paired with the insight and wisdom which can only come from life experience (<b>Queen of Disks</b>). To complete this lovely landscape is the arrival of the <i>"Success"</i> card (<b>Six of Disks</b>).<br />
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This is destined to be an auspicious occasion indeed! You can expect the success of your concert to create a positive buzz around you for the next six months, especially if you continue to balance your excitement with strong work ethic. Though you may not see the money start pouring in immediately, you will receive enough positive feedback and a clear enough measure of your success that you will be encouraged to keep making a joyful noise. <br />
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I look forward to hearing all about the concert!<br />
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Some of you may already be aware that yesterday marked the first edition of the "<a href="http://tarotbyrachel.blogspot.com/2010/09/every-prince-must-face-dragon-in.html">Dear Rachel</a>" column. What I want to share with you today, however, is the speedy feedback I've received from Madam X regarding her reading. Her letter reads as follows:<br />
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<div style="color: #351c75; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Dear Rachel,</div><div style="color: #351c75; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #351c75; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0in;">After having my cards read by you, I can attest that you are an amazing and talented Tarot reader. I was so amazed that I shared your findings with friends and family. Even they were surprised to read how spot-on this reading was. They mentioned that for someone who does not know me at all, you were able to see and to understand aspects about me, my situation, and my life (as well as past choices), that only they knew. <br />
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What remains important though is that you understand the human condition and take it to heart. Your compassion for those you read, and your advice to readings, referrals to self help books, and ways to assist your clients to improve upon the situations demonstrate that you are one of the few who truly cares. <br />
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For those of you who are considering taking some time and to invest in a reading with Rachel, you are truly going to get your money's worth and then some. </div><div style="color: #351c75; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #351c75; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0in;">Madam X<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">I'll be the first to admit I'm absolutely thrilled to find out my advice to her was not only accurate, but meaningful and useful as well. This assures me that I've done my job to the best of my abilities! For any of you who would like to <a href="https://www.paypal.com/us/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_flow&SESSION=2DkQDMAgimAai42bFK16fyL1A025EqfVhrFPbyO7HkiOfven_GmSw9zPOEG&dispatch=50a222a57771920b6a3d7b606239e4d529b525e0b7e69bf0224adecfb0124e9b61f737ba21b0819893872a305aebd502692faa8662ceacaf">book a reading</a>, please know that my special price of $10.00 for any choice of spread is still in effect. For those of you who would like to have your own question featured in a future "Dear Rachel" article, please follow the guidelines listed <a href="http://tarotbyrachel.blogspot.com/p/ask-rachel.html">here</a>. </span></span><br />
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