Allies, Guides, & Messages of Support
These cards were pulled in the following order, just before our first class.
As I drew these, I invited in any allies or teachers or messages who wished to bring in support for us.
Hummingbird
Positive, Enthusiastic, Spiritually Resourceful.
from the Wild Unknown Animal Spirit deck:
Inside the tiny hummingbird resides an endless well of energy and positivity. The Hummingbird's secret is that they have learned where to gather nectar and they return to these sources daily for nourishment and rejuvenation. This sacred elixir usually involves nature, creativity, and exploring spirituality. In the way of the Hummingbird, every drop of life becomes sweet, every moment worth savoring.
when in balance -- smart, curious, loves to learn
when out of balance -- pushy, insistent, sharp
to bring into balance -- take a class
You can also view the Hummingbird as the energy of miracles and an invitation to expand what you believe is possible.
Hummingbird can do things that no other bird can do.
Panther
Annihilation of the unnecessary. Purging
from the Wild Unknown Animal Spirit deck:
The Panther won't stand to see our growth or energy stagnate. Instead it bounces into our lives and causes all kinds of havoc… With the ultimate intention of bringing us towards a more fulfilling life. It can be unexpected, uncomfortable, and sometimes overwhelming, but after all the dust clears it's easy to see the Panther's wisdom at work. Trust that the Panther's journey always leads to a brighter place.
when in balance -- brave, productive
when out of balance -- low energy, self-destructive behavior
to bring into balance -- get rid of the unnecessary
to contemplate — energy of the Panther’s cry
Deer
Loving, intuitive, graceful. The Mother.
from the Wild Unknown Animal Spirit deck:
The Deer represents the feminine aspects of earth energy. This energy is available to all creatures regardless of gender, but it's especially potent in new parents. During the first few days they are fully present, nurturing and calm. Their inner beauty radiates and a sense of grace calms the room. A Deer personality affects others in this way, drawing them towards a quiet tenderness. The Deer card may appear when a celebration of a new life draws near, or when a situation calls for absolute gentleness and compassion.
when in balance -- receptive, compassionate, nurturing
when out of balance -- concerned, protective
to bring into balance -- nature, children
3 of Pentacles
Gentian
from the Spirit of Herbs tarot deck:
*** - I am NOT suggesting ingesting this herb, this are simply the plant energy associated with this card.***
Able to handle the mundane and see it as a part of the steps needed to create a vision. Eventually, you reap what you sow.
Acknowledging one’s mastery of skills. Harvesting the fruits of the labor. Being focused and grounded. Seeing one’s creativity in everyday life. Releasing irritations and frustrations. Willingness to face the realities at hand.
Energetically, Gentian helps to release excess fires which allows frustrations and irritations to be released. A smoother flow of energy will occur and a greater degree of digestion and assimilation of skills and understanding will manifest.
“With consciousness and care I plant the seeds of my life and reap the results of my actions. The challenges of my life are a source of strength and inner growth."
7 of Cups
Juniper Berry
from the Spirit of Herbs tarot deck:
*** - I am NOT suggesting ingesting this herb, this are simply the plant energy associated with this card.***
All things are possible! A key idea of this card is self love, which arises from the power gained from the awareness of self confidence. Realization of inner powers and capacities. Watch for your attachment to narratives.
The 7 cups arranged in an upward spiral symbolize the seven chakras. With the awakening of these powers comes a sense of one's true purpose.
Energetically, juniper berries are said to purify the aura and to protect from negative thought forms and influences. As each of the chakra centers become more open and more invigorated, Juniper berries will help channel energy towards the highest good for the self and others.
“I recognize myself as I am reflected in the outer world.”
Whale
Communication
from the Untamed Elemental deck:
Vibrations of melodic patterns pulsate through his element, echoing and resounding in harmony. Whale swims to remote destinations, expressing a composed symphony, sending his calls far and wide by pressing his mouth to the ocean floor, summoning and selecting his mate through audible transference. His is the language of honesty, of transparency.
Whale calls you to dive deeper in your communication.
Authenticity is a salve that heals disconnection and makes you a magnet for healthy relationships. Is there a more honest part of yourself that is ready to be heard? Speak (SING!) from your heart and you will open the gate for others to speak from theirs. Your trustworthiness will shine. Compassion and truth will be the defining qualities of your communications, serving as a much-needed balm to all of humanity.
balanced - clear, authentic, direct, compassionate
imbalanced - disharmony, mistrust
to bring into balance - communicate with honesty, vulnerability, and truth
Pegasus
Freedom
from the Untamed Elemental deck:
Born of the sea, Pegasus is a goddess mare with triumphant angel wings; she is a master at uniting the cosmic and earthly realms. This noble equine is a defender of liberty, willing to carry you above the clouds of the familiar towards your soaring dreams of freedom. She imbues all she encounters with healing frequencies and offers loyal companionship to those who honor innocence.
Pegasus willingly presents what is possible for the evolution of your soul. She is here to escort you to a vast new sense of freedom. Now is the time to declare to the universe that you are complete with your limitations. If you are tangled or thoughts or emotion that is holding you back. This is the moment to release it. If you were in a circumstance you have clearly outgrown, here is the sign you're ready to move forward.
balanced - connection to one's infinite potential
imbalanced - lack, limitation
to bring into balance - adopt a willingness to release self limiting beliefs and habits
Otter
Woman Medicine
from the Medicine Cards deck:
The medicine held by Otter is a set of lessons and female energy. At home in both the elements of Water and Earth, Otter is the personification of femininity – long, sleek, and graceful. This joyful little creature is adventuresome and assumes that all other features are friendly.
Otter has character traits that are the beauty of a balanced female side, the side of ourselves that creates a space for others to enter our lives without jealousy, preconceptions or suspicion. Otter teaches us the balance to female energy is not jealous or snide. It is sisterhood, content to enjoy and share the good fortune of others. Anchored in the understanding that all accomplishments are worthwhile for the whole tribe,
Otter people express joy for others. If this card has come up Otter may be telling you to become the playful child and to simply allow things to unfold in your life. It may be time to stop your addiction to worrying. Otter also teaches the importance of not hanging onto material things that would bind you or become a burden.
Become Otter and move gently into the river of life. Flow with the waters of the universe… This is the way of balanced female receptive energy. Honor it. In doing so you will discover the power of woman.
Sharing another reading for Otter, from the Wild Unknown Animal deck, as Otter regularly shows up for this course!
Both these readings also evoke Sirenita, the mermaid, who hold tremendous power of femininity, flow, joy, and song.
Otter — Unobstructed Joy, Playfulness, Contentment
The Otter represents absolute bliss. Otter energy is the celebratory playfulness of a child, available to us at any age. They had a giddiness and a reference for life itself, without doubt, worry, or skepticism. Imagine yourself with a little more on her energy what would life look like? What would it take to bring you there? The otter card bags questions and wants to transport us to that precious place. The celebration awaits. When in balance -- full of love, needs nothing
When out of balance -- gloomy, making excuses
To bring into balance -- dance party or celebration
The River
the stream, the flow, the current
from the Wild Unknown Archetype deck:
There is a reason so many rituals of change and rebirth take place in the River -- it is forgiveness embodied in physical form. Without asking anything in return, the River washes away what is no longer necessary, smoothing over sharp edges and accepting all our mistakes and grievances. Once we step in, we are no longer in control. The River carries us farther down the stream of transfiguration then we plan to go. Its waters have a special gift for reflecting back to us a new and dreamlike vision.
The River is emotion. When you are in its current, you will know it by the bursting forth of tears, laughter, song, despair. All the emotions flow in the current. Once the tears have passed, we see ourselves as we have been before: with a little more lightness, grace, and fluidity.
Keep in mind --the you that stands within the River is the real you -- full of deep emotion and potential, nothing to hide, nothing to judge. May you drink in the sight of your true self.
when light – acceptance, grace, reflection, forgiveness
when dark— torment of emotions, flooding, overwhelm
