The Sacred Space of Time
The word ‘holiday’ originally meant ‘holy day’. This is probably because most of the days we now observe as holidays began as days of religious observance. These days a holiday can simply be a day off, a national commemoration, or a vacation time.
This time of year holds great religious significance for many people, and, at the same time, offers time away from work, time to travel, time to relax, and time to gather with friends and family.
In divination, meditation, manifestation, and other spiritual work, we often talk about creating ‘sacred space’. This is because the spiritual work we do usually does not happen in a temple or building that has been consecrated for spiritual pursuits. Sacred space means that we create a space for holy work and spiritual observance wherever we happen to be.
It seems to me that a holiday is akin to sacred space, with one difference. A holiday creates sacred, protected time, while sacred space creates a holy place. We literally take a day, or a few days, and declare that time to be sacred, holy, and protected.
What we do in that time is up to us, our circumstances, and our traditions. If we honor this time as a sacred gift, we can find within this time and space the opportunity for healing, relaxation, fun, joy, or whatever we might seek or need.
Weaving the Tarot Reading Story Hybrid Class
On Wednesday December 29, 7 pm to 9 pm ET make plans to join us in person or on Zoom for an exciting tarot class.
How do the tarot cards work together to form a cohesive story?
In this tarot class you will learn exercises and techniques to strengthen your tarot reading skills.
Join Christiana Gaudet for an exciting exploration of how the tarot cards express the stories of our lives.
Whether you are a tarot beginner or an experienced reader, the material in this class will help you get to a new level of tarot reading proficiency.
For more information and tickets, visit the event listing on my website.
The StaarCorner
If I every work up the courage to get a tattoo, it will definitely be tarot-themed, and I want Jamie Sawyer to be my tattoo artist.
Jamie Sawyer is a tattoo artist turned tarot artist. She has become a beloved creator in our community. We are so excited that she will be presenting at StaarCon.
In the new episode of StaarCast, Jamie and I have a fascinating conversation about her life as an artist, and how she has become not only a beloved tarot creator, but also an innovator.
You can watch the interview on YouTube, or listen to the podcast wherever you catch your podcasts.
Remember that StaarCon 2022 is happening in January, as a hybrid event. Join us in person or online!
Right Now With Tarot
Whether in the sacred time of a holiday, or simply during an evening off, it can be helpful to let tarot guide the best way to use your time.
Simply shuffle your deck and pull cards in answer to questions such as the following.
What should be my focus right now?
How can I best spend my time right now?
Is there something I need to learn right now?
What do I need to get out of this time I have right now?
The Week in Review
On Monday we held our first ever hybrid YouTube event. We had people in my Palm City office, and on my YouTube channel, as we enjoyed some holiday-themed tarot activities together. If you were not able to attend, you can catch the replay.
This year I will do the Twelve Days of Christmas Tarot Epiphanies series on my YouTube channel, beginning December 25 and ending on January 6. Make sure you join me every day for a thoughtful and insightful tarot epiphany.
Please follow me on Instagram and TikTok, I am sharing some exciting content on both platforms.
From Around the Web
Here is a Christmas Day Tarot Spread from StaarCon headliner Sasha Graham.
Here is a winter solstice tarot spread.
If you are just learning tarot, here is a tutorial on how to do readings for yourself.
Cards for Your Consideration
When we consider this concept of sacred time, there are two Major Arcana card that come to mind. Both the Hermit and Temperance have ‘time’ as a keyword, and both have a sacred and deeply spiritual quality.
How might these two cards offer insight as we approach the holiday this week?
The Hermit reminds us that this day might make us feel lonely as we remember past celebrations and those who are with us. Yet, the Hermit also offers peace and solace. The Hermit reminds us to enjoy our own company. The Hermit reminds us to reflect on the passage of time from a place of wisdom.
The Hermit has made his journey and has no place he needs to go. There is great relaxation in the ability to simply be in a place, without considering what might need to happen next.
Temperance looks at the way things blend and balance. Temperance reminds us that we always need the right ingredients, and in the correct amount. Temperance coaches us to be creative in the way we plan a party, prepare a recipe, or schedule an outing. Yet, we are cautioned to be creative only within the confines of the balance which assures a good outcome.
Upcoming Events and Tours
Card and Craft Academy
Classes presented by Christiana are available right now at Card and Craft Academy!
Christiana’s Eleven-Card Celtic Cross
Finding Meaning in the Minor Arcana
The Major Arcana, Magical and Mundane
Personal Tarot: Reading for Yourself
Sharing Wisdom: Reading for Others
The Meaning and Magic of Tarot Reversals
Journey Through the Major Arcana
Your Journey Through the Minor Arcana: Numbers, Elements and Truth
Your Journey Through the Tarot Court
Tarot Stories, Trends, and Blends
Tarot Readings for Personalities and Relationships
Fearless Wisdom Tarot Workshop
Tarot Keywords and Interpretations Workshop
Tarot Spreads Tools and Techniques Workshop
Catch up on your missed Zoom webinars and more!
cardandcraftacademy.com
About Christiana Gaudet
Card and Craft, Inc.
Christiana Gaudet
3559 SW Corporate Parkway
Palm City, Florida 34990-8152
On the web www.christianagaudet.com
Online classeswww.cardandcraftacademy.com
StaarCon information www.staarcon.com
Private telephone, Skype, FaceTime and in person readings and instruction are available by appointment.
Tarot parties at your home or office are available throughout Florida.
Call or text toll free 866-99TAROT (866-998-2768)
Palm City 772-301-0232
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for more information or to schedule your event.
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Tarot Topics Newsletter
Volume 4 Issue 51
December 22, 2021