Tarot and Kindness on the Psychic Cafe

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Wednesday, April 16th, 2014 at 10:15am EDT

Inspired by Theresa Reed's "Kindness Hustle," Donnaleigh De LaRose opened our April 13th episode with a "Random Act of Tarot Kindness" tarot exercise. We heard from Anita Perez about an act of kindness in her tarot world. Then we met Linda Armstrong, a tarot enthusiast who gave up her life on Wall Street to found and direct a non-profit agency.

Christianas Psychic Cafe, April 13, 2014 The Kindess Edition

Tarot by Christiana Weekly Newsletter 6/5/2013

Tarot by Christiana Newsletter Wednesday, June 5th, 2013 View the newsletter online at http://tarottopics.com/news/2013-06-05 Kindness    On June 2nd Christiana’s Psychic Café ran a special feature. I asked twelve people to answer this question. What is one thing we can do to create a better world? Everyone’s answer was terrific. The last answer came from my long-time friend Martha, who is a Christian pastor. Her answer was simply this – “kindness.” She said that although kindness is a simple concept, being kind can challenging. How can we challenge ourselves to be kind? Kindness doesn’t mean letting people walk on you. Kindness doesn’t mean not sticking up for what’s right. Kindness can be about compassion and selflessness. Kindness can help us do the hard right thing to help someone else. Kindness can be about addressing difficult issues in a compassionate way. Kindness can be about overlooking someone else’s mistakes, and forgiving their wrong-doings. We need to be kind to ourselves. We need to be kind to each other. We need to be kind to our planet. By making kindness a priority, we create a better world. Exploring a Trip to Connecticut I am exploring the feasibility of making a short trip to Connecticut this August. I will have the ability to do a limited number of psychic house parties during that time. If you are interested in hosting a party with me in August in Connecticut, please email me or call me at 561-655-1160. Kindness in Tarot One of the best representations of kindness in the tarot deck is Major Arcana 8, Strength. Strength is often pictured as a woman and a lion. The woman may be stroking the lion, or have her hand in the lion’s mouth. The lion represents the fierce, wild, animal nature within us all. The woman represents the gentle, kind nature that is also within us. Both of these elements, the woman and the lion, are part of us. The lion helps us be brave. The lion allows us to be powerful when we need to be. In the picture, the gentle woman is clearly in control of the wild lion. Her hand tames him, but does not take away his power. This is a picture of how kindness works. The gentle, compassionate side of ourselves must always be in control. To act in anger is rarely kind. To act in compassion usually is. What's Up at the Psychic Café? On the June 2nd Psychic Cafe our theme was "Creating a Better World." We asked a group of twelve people this question. What is one thing we could do to create a better world?" We asked musicians, Pagans, Christians, tarot readers, a fashion model and a farmer. Their answers are simple, poignant, brilliant and doable. We also had a review of Magickal Times Empowerment Cards and String Band covering a Donna the Buffalo song. Check out the show in archive on the Tarot Topics Community News webpage. This coming week, June 9, Jeanne Fiorini of Tarot Works will join us on the Psychic Café. Jeanne is a full-time tarot professional who has recently been studying stand-up comedy! Join us this Sunday at 9 pm EDT for a fun and tarot-centric webcast! Find more information on our show info page, and make sure you Like us on Facebook! Kind Solutions Tarot Spread What do you do when you have an interpersonal problem and want to handle it the kindest way possible? Here is an original spread to help you understand your situation and your options. You can perform this spread with tarot or with your favorite oracle deck. The spread is five cards straight across. You can pull other cards to clarify or add more information if you desire. 1.       The Situation 2.       My Needs 3.       The Needs of Others 4.       The Best Possible Outcome 5.       The Kindest Approach to Achieve the Outcome The Week in Review Are you interested in card divination? On the Tarot Topics Community Blog Christiana answers some frequently asked questions about divination, tarot and oracle cards. Have you heard about the new reality show coming to TNT? On the Dark Forest Christiana shares some of her thoughts about “The Hero.” On her personal blog, Christiana writes about her “Creating a Better World” project. She lists the participants and their answers to this question. What is one thing we can do to create a better world? From Around the Web Visit the websites of some of the great people who have been guests on Christiana’s Psychic Café! Hillary Gauvreau offers energy healing at http://www.healingcem.com. Discover spiritual comedy with Alicia Dattner at http://aliciadattner.com. Learn about “Queen of the Heavens,” Kingsley Guy’s novel of the magic, history and spirituality of ancient history at http://kingsleyguy.com. Your One-Card Weekly Reading Your one-card reading for the week is the Four of Pentacles. Traditionally, the Four of Pentacles is “The Miser’s Card.” The Four of Pentacles can suggest that a person is behaving selfishly. The Four of Pentacles may also describe a situation or a feeling of impoverishment or financial stress. You may be worried, either rightly or wrongly, about a lack of resources. The Four of Pentacles can also serve as a reminder to take care of yourself. There are times you need to make yourself a priority, and take care of your own needs. Don’t give away what you can’t afford to give away. The Four of Pentacles is about resources; time, money and energy. When you see this card, ask yourself these questions. Is there someone around me who is behaving selfishly? Am I being too selfish? Are my resources limited at this time? Am I overly cautious about my resources? How well am I setting boundaries with others? Am I making my own needs enough of a priority? How can I nurture myself better? Upcoming Events Sunday June 9, 9 pm EDT Christiana’s Psychic Café Jeanne Fiorini of TarotWorks will be our guest. Jeanne is a well-known tarot reader, teacher and author of the acclaimed book “Tarot Spreads and Layouts: A User’s Manual for beginning and Intermediate Readers”. She is also learning stand-up comedy! Join us for a funny, insightful and inspiring discussion of tarot! For more information, visit the show page on Facebook! Monday, June 10, 7 pm EDT Free Webinar Global Tarot Circle If you are interested in tarot you are invited to join this free, informal webinar. You may join on your computer, tablet, smartphone or by simply calling in. Tarot Circle meets once a month to share fellowship, readings and tarot study. Our June meeting will focus on card combinations. When we blend cards together we reveal detailed information. Join us for a discussion of how the cards work together and modify each other! For log-in information visit the event listing on the Tarot Circle website. Wednesday June 12, 7 pm Free Webinar Magick with Symbols and Images For centuries, symbols and images have been used by many cultures in magick to create healing, prosperity and other positive results. Join us for an exploration of magickal symbols and images. You will learn to find magickal symbols and images around you, and use them to manifest wonderful things in your life. If you have tarot cards, runes or other symbolic tools, have them handy for this workshop. Some of the topics we will cover include tarot magick, bindrunes and creating your own magickal symbols. For log-in information visit the event listing on the Celebrate Spiritual Growth website. Sunday, June 16, 9 pm Christiana’s Psychic Café Our guest will be Barbara Graver, editor and host of the New Age Review. Barbara is the founder of the Northeast Pennsylvania Metaphysical Society. We’ll discuss physic abilities, paranormal activity and metaphysics! For more information, visit the show page on Facebook! Tuesday, June 18, 7 pm EDT Premium Webinar Personal Tarot – Reading for Yourself This class is designed for serious tarot students who want to develop their tarot skills. Self-reading is the best way to learn to understand the cards. It is also an important practice for personal and spiritual growth. Christiana’s virtual classroom is accessible using your computer or your telephone. This online presentation will teach you good practices for self-reading. You will be able to identify and interpret your specific personal cards. You will be able to use self-reading to enhance your tarot studies. Christiana will help you explore specific techniques for self-reading that will help you derive all the information you need. For registration and log-n, visit the event listing on the Continuing Education Website. Saturday, June 22, 2:30 pm A Midsummer Psychic Gallery with Christiana Gaudet Pearl Rauberts’ in Loxahatchee Enjoy a special in-person event with Christiana Gaudet at the home of healer and teacher Pearl Rauberts. The summer solstice, also known as midsummer or Litha, is a time to celebrate every part of life, from work and family to romance and creativity. What better time could there be to gather together to hear personal messages from Spirit? Psychic Tarot Grandmaster Christiana Gaudet will return today for an afternoon of fellowship. Within sacred space, Christiana will reveal information for each person. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance about all aspects of your life. You may even receive a message from a loved one in Spirit! Those who have attended galleries with Christiana before describe them as inspiring, entertaining and amazing. Each person's reading is specific and insightful. Don't miss this opportunity to receive the information you need to live your life more fully. Reservations are required for this event. For more information visit the event listing on the Celebrate Spiritual Growth Website. Sunday, June 23, 9 pm Christiana’s Psychic Café This week our feature is “Divination Exploration.” Christiana and a panel of guests will explore the history, practices and value of divination. Join us for an entertaining and informative hour! For more information, visit the show page on Facebook! Monday, June 24, 7 pm Free Webinar The Four Elements and the Minor Arcana Please join us for a 75-minute-long webinar about the Four Elements (Earth, Air, Fire and Water) and the Minor Arcana of the Tarot. This class will cover the powers and properties of the four elements, and how they relate to the four suits in tarot. You will learn ways of interpreting the pip cards and the court cards based on their elemental association. You will learn ways of designing and performing tarot spreads based on the four elements. This class is appropriate for beginners, and readers of all levels. For more information and to log in, visit the event page on the Continuing Education website. Tarot by Christiana Gaudet tarotbychristiana.com christiana@tarotbychristiana.com 561-655-1160 866-99TAROT (866-998-2768) Skype: tarot.radio Private readings and instruction are available by appointment.         Tarot parties and private readings at your home or office are available throughout Florida. Call for more information or to schedule your event.