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Tarot Topics
Christiana's Weekly Newsletter
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The Root Chakra
The word “chakra” is Sanskrit for “wheel.” Chakras are energy centers within our bodies. There are many, but we often speak of the seven chakras that are aligned along the spine, from the base of the spine to the crown of the head.
The root chakra is the first chakra, or base chakra, located at the base of the spine.
The root chakra is responsible for our connection to Earth. Our sense of security is related to the root chakra. People who feel insecure, especially financially, often have root chakra problems.
People who struggle with body weight often have root chakra issues, as well.
When we garden, bake bread, walk barefoot and spend time in nature, we are nurturing our connection to Earth, and healing the root chakra.
Through the root chakra, and our connection to Earth, we are able to create abundance and wellness in our lives.
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Two Cards to Find Your Earth Connection with Tarot
The root chakra is about your connection with Earth. In metaphysics, and in tarot, our connection with Earth supports health, wealth, home and enterprise.
Here are two tarot cards that support the root chakra.
If you would like to clear and balance your root chakra and improve your connection with Earth, meditate with these cards, or put their images on your wall, or under your pillow.
The Ace of Pentacles is the card most often associated with the root chakra. This card is especially helpful if you want a new job, or want to improve your health.
The Nine of Pentacles is the card of personal security. If you need to feel more comfortable with yourself, more secure in your environment or more financially secure, spend some time with this card.
It is important to remember that tarot can help us, not only in divination, but also by connecting us with the energies we most need.
Which other tarot cards do you feel might support your connection to Earth?
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The Week in Review
It’s Tarot Blog Hop time again! This time we were asked to write about the Queen of Pentacles.
Read my post on my Tarot Trends personal blog, and follow the links to see what each member of the Blog Hop had to say about the topic.
On my Tarot Topics Community Blog I shared some Minor Arcana exercises that are great for individuals or groups. Read “One, Two Three, Tarot Stories.”
On my Dark Forest blog I shared three rules that have helped me be a better writer.
From Around the Web
For my single friends, a great article from Psychology Today on “How to End up with the Right Partner.”
Here’s an article from Manifest Intuition on the different types of psychic ability. I would be interesting in knowing if you find this article helpful.
It can be difficult to keep kids busy over the summer months. Here are some great summer parenting ideas from the Huffington Post.
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Security Tarot Spread
Here is a nine-card tarot spread you can perform you help you create more security. You can lay out the cards in three groups of three.
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| Group one: Financial Security |
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| Card one: |
How I perceive my current financial security. |
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| Card two: |
What my current financial security really is. |
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| Card three: |
What I need to do to feel secure in my finances. |
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| Group two: Emotional Security |
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| Card one: |
How I perceive myself. |
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| Card two: |
Who I really am. |
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| Card three: |
What I need to do to nurture a good sense of security in myself. |
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| Group three: Spiritual Security |
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| Card one: |
How I perceive my ability to trust Spirit at this time. |
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| Card two: |
What my ability to trust Spirit really is at this time. |
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| Card three: |
What I need to do in order to fully place my trust in Spirit. |
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What’s Up at the Psychic Café?
On Augusts 3rd we enjoyed a brand new episode featuring Jean Redman and the upcoming Bali Tarot. We had a great conversation about Jean’s lengthy tarot career, her years in Bali and her development of the Bali Tarot.
Particularly interesting to me is the story of how Jean found the tarot archetypes within the spiritual culture of Bali. I also enjoyed Jean’s spiritual message and philosophies; I think you will, too!
Coming up on August 10th, we will enjoy an encore presentation of a show featuring twelve interesting people with unique spiritual paths, all answering one single question.
Enjoy the show at 9 pm Sunday evening on PEN, or find it on my YouTube channel.
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Christiana’s Psychic Café is my weekly webcast. It airs on the Para Encounters Network, each Sunday at 9 pm Eastern.
Archived webcasts available on my YouTube channel.
You can also see the archives cataloged on the Tarot Topics News Site.
For up-to-date information about Christiana’s Psychic Café, visit our Show Info page and like us on Facebook!
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Learning Tarot: Nine of Cups
 Traditionally, the Nine of Cups is known as the “wish” card, or the “card of wishes fulfilled.” I sometimes call this the “fat and happy card.” The Nine of Cups has also been called “the Happy Merchant.”
In tarot, the number nine can express fullness. In the Nine of Cups, what we are full of is satisfaction.
Key words for the Nine of Cups include satisfaction, happiness, and fulfillment.
Although the Nine of Cups belongs to the element of Water, which is related to emotion and feelings rather than commerce or resources, it is interesting to note that many people associate the satisfaction of business ownership with the Nine of Cups.
In some situations, therefore, the Nine of Cups could reflect a successful business venture, or the desire to start a business.
The Nine of Cups can also appear in a reading to ask you to be clear about what you want to manifest in your life. What is it you wish for? What do you need to do to make sure your wishes are fulfilled?
Generally, the Nine of Cups is seen as an extremely positive card, reflecting a sense of happiness and accomplishment.
Next week we will finish our journey through the Cups pip cards with the Ten of Cups.
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Christiana Arrives in Connecticut!
I will be visiting Connecticut this Friday, August 8th until Thursday, August 24th, reading for my friends in New England.
If you are not able to see me in person I will still be available by phone or Skype (where possible) during my visit.
You can call or text me at 561-655-1160, or send me an email to schedule your session.
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Your One-Card Weekly Reading
 This week, your one-card reading is the Seven of Pentacles.
Sometimes, the work we do seems futile. Sometimes, it seems as if we will never get ahead.
If you feel tired and overwhelmed, or overworked and underpaid, the Seven of Pentacles reminds you that your efforts will pay off in the long run.
This week, take the opportunity for rest and relaxation, but don’t forget the work you must do.
Don’t be afraid of hard work, even if you can’t immediately see the results.
Ultimately, you will see the fruits of your labor, and you will be glad that you kept your focus and your determination.
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Upcoming Events
Friday, August 8, Sunday, August 24
Christiana’s Trip to Connecticut
I will be in Connecticut, offering psychic house parties and a limited number of private appointments.
Telephone readings will be available during this time as well.
If you would like to schedule a reading with me during this time, either in person in Connecticut or on the telephone, please call 561-655-1160.
I am currently keeping a waiting list for those interested in parties.
August 10, 9 pm
Christiana’s Psychic Café
On June 2, 2013, I asked twelve diverse people one difficult question. “What is one thing we could do to create a better world?” Their answers are inspiring and thought-provoking. You’ll enjoy this exciting episode of Christiana’s Psychic Café.
For more information, visit Christiana’s Psychic Café on Facebook.
August 17, 9pm
Christiana’s Psychic Cafe
Our show will feature well-known tarotist Jeanne Fiorini. Jeanne is a passionate tarotist, an author and a stand-up comedian!
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Private readings and instruction are available by appointment.
Tarot parties at your home or office are available throughout Florida.
Call 813-948-4488 or toll free 866-99TAROT, or text 561-655-1160 for more information or to schedule your event.
Agent inquiries are welcome.
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