Pouring From an Empty Cup
We’ve all heard the expression “You can’t pour from an empty cup”. As we begin a full season of events and obligations, and a time that can trigger loneliness and sadness, we must remember the importance of self-care.
Self-care isn’t selfish.
I like to use the term ‘self-full’ to describe the mindset that allows us to attend to our own needs. The world is full of traditions and training that shame us for having needs, let alone attending to them. Yet, we serve others best when we are whole and well ourselves.
Sometimes tending our own needs is scary because it causes us to focus on things that have hurt us. We escape into the service of others to hide from our own need to heal. Yet, we can only avoid our own needs for a certain time before our needs overwhelm us.
We are taught to place great value on our ability to power through difficulty. Sometimes, this is exactly what we need to do. Other times, we need to be vulnerable enough to ask for help, or to take a break, or to pay attention to our own needs.
It can be hard to know how far to push ourselves and when that extra push is required. Divination is a quick and easy way to discern our capacity. And, when our capacity is reached, divination can help us figure out how to heal
The StaarCorner
Have you seen the new La Santa Muerte Lenormand? The lovely new deck is illustrated by Callie L. French, who will be presenting at StaarCon 2023! Callie is also the designer of the Rana George Lenormand.
At StaarCon, Callie will be presenting on the fascinating topic of Sigils. Sigils are traditional magical symbols. Callie will guide you through the process of creating a sigil for your own magical purpose. You will also learn how to use your divination card decks with your magical sigil.
StaarCon will be here in less than two months! Get your tickets now to attend online or in person.
How Can I Replenish?
It is one thing to know that we need to rest. It is something else entirely to know what we must do to replenish, or to heal.
Sometimes all we need is a nap. Sometimes we need a day off, or a bit of fun. Sometimes we need to have an important conversation, or to engage in learning something new, or a new hobby.
Sometimes we are in need of true physical healing. Sometimes we need a new creative project.
This is where tarot can be very helpful.
Simply shuffle and ask the cards this question.
What must I do right now to replenish my energy?
Pull a single card, or a few. Interpret the card or cards to give you a direction, or some action items, to recharge your energy and replenish your spirit.
The Week in Review
The last month of the year is here! Check out my tarotscopes for December 2022 on my YouTube channel.
Members of my YouTube channel are invited to a members-only livestream tonight at 7 pm ET.
I have added a new weekly livestream to my schedule of live readings on YouTube. Join me at noon ET each Tuesday for Tuesday Tarot, where the theme is general readings and messages from the universe.
From Around the Web
Do most tarot readers enjoy reading novels? I know I do, and most of my friends seem to, as well. What is better than a novel about tarot? Here are five fiction books about tarot. Perhaps one of these would make a nice gift for the tarotist on your list this holiday season!
Soul and Spirit Magazine is doing a Tarot Advent Calendar! Here is the card and message for tomorrow, December First.
Want to know what is happening in the heavens this month, and how the planets might affect you? InStyle has December Horoscopes.
Guidance on the Journey
There are many tarot cards that can let you know that it is time to recharge your energy. My favorite of these is the Four of Swords.
I like to think of all the Four cards as reminding us to have good boundaries. When it comes to how we use our energy to serve others, boundaries are essential.
The Four of Swords is generally a scary-looking card. The knight in repose looks like a sarcophagus and can make us think of death. While this card does not generally have such a grim interpretation, the stark image can remind us of how important it is for us to take care of our well-being.
Typical keywords for the Four of Swords are rest, retreat, and recovery. When we see the Four of Swords, it may be an indicator that our cup is empty. While this card does not tell us what exactly we must do for our self-care, the appearance of this card demands that we rest, and take time to heal and replenish.
Upcoming Events
Consider a Zoom.com party where you can practice Social Distancing and still meet with your friends for a virtual tarot party!
Alternatives to meeting in person are available.
Office appointments and house or office parties are again available by appointment.
Please call to discuss the options.
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
Tarot for Magic and Mediumship
Tarot Communication for Clarity and Depth
Weaving the Tarot Reading Story
Minor Arcana Numbers, Elements, and Truth
Create and Interpret Custom Tarot Spreads
What the Court Cards Want You to Know
How Spirit Speaks Through Tarot
Catch up on your missed Zoom webinars and more!
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About Christiana Gaudet
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Tarot Topics Newsletter
Volume 5 Issue 48
November 30, 2022