Allies, Guides, & Messages of Support
These cards were pulled in this order, after our first class. As I drew these, I invited in any allies or teachers or messages who wished to support us.
from the Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Deck
Zebra
Eccentric, Creative, Visionary.
Zebras are young at heart, well cultured, and have an undying curiosity about life. Being in the company of a Zebra personality is not only a delight, but it also opens our minds. Their potent magic is contagious and you may soon find yourself in a far away land, expanding your worldview. Zebras also like to contribute to the global health through environmental or volunteer work.
when in balance - worldly, enthusiastic, expressive
to bring into balance - take an epic adventure, create art
Bear
Waking from spiritual slumber. Beginning anew.
The Bear card represents an individual on the cusp of new directions and personal transformation. Winter wanes, the warmth of spring emerges, and the journey of your transformation begins.
when in balance - inner strength, yearning to grow
to bring into balance - movement of body and energy
Bear also holds deep wisdom of the Earth, of atuning to the cycles of nature, of the balance of Being & Doing.
Dragon
Seeing one's most true self.
Balancing the ego.
The Dragon sees everything. Its essence has been with us since before our first breath and will be there at our last. It watches us navigate the external world as well as our inner world. When Dragon energy is awakened we are courageous, visionary, and can easily drop into witness consciousness. When we look in the mirror, deep into our eyes, we may even glimpse the "self behind the self", the one who is watching us. This is the power of the Dragon breathing transformative fire into every cell of her body. Witnessing this omnipotent energy, even for a brief moment, helps us surrender and let go. The Dragon's eyes see beauty everywhere. May the Dragon stir the embers of this sacred intelligence within you.
The Dragon and the 3rd chakra -
The subtle energy of the Dragon lives at the Naval Center in the Manipura chakra. Manipura translates to "the city of hidden gems" and behind its gate burns the fire of our transformation and digestion. The sages believe the health of the fire at the navel center is what governs our ability to clearly see both the inner and outer dimensions.
Yellow has shown up brightly as a color ally for us. Yellow is very nourishing to and is linked with the 3rd Chakra and the diaphragm.
from the Spirit of Herbs tarot deck:
note*** - I am NOT suggesting that you take this herb, these are simply the plant energies this deck associates with this card.***
King of Swords
St. John's Wort
A seeker of truth. Clear communication as to what one believes. Need to remain calm and open to new ideas.
A natural diplomat and philosopher who can use the talent of communication in ways that can truly be inspiring to others. Be tolerant of other people's ways and don’t grow impatient with slower thinking. Instead, learn to use the clarity of mind to support creativity and to be supportive to others.
Energetically, this herb can help impart the capacity to calm the emotions of fear, depression, and frustration, in order to allow our ability for free visionary thoughts to come through. The flowers of this plant are a brilliant yellow, with five star shaped petals.
"I acknowledge my ability to see clearly and to communicate my beliefs and ideas.”
This could also be read as -
“I acknowledge my ability to have clarity and to express my truth.
from the Wild Unknown Archetypes deck
Gnosis
inner most knowing, mystic truths
True knowledge is not found in facts and figures and scholarly books. Rather, Gnosis points to the deep and timeless archetypal wisdom that rises from the felt experience of having touched the unknown with every one of the senses. This card signifies a "knowing" that is life-changing. Once you experience it, you are forever changed and become a guardian of Gnosis. The eternal mystery is calling you… Study your passion in the deepest way available to you.
"Those who say they know, don't. Those who say they don't know, know."
Anima Mundi
the soul of the world, all that is
Anima Mundi epitomizes the principle ‘Accept all. Reject none.’ It is the living soul of the world in all its multifaceted, multidimensional layers, bonded together by loving cosmic forces. Diversity is celebrated, multiplicity is honored, and nothing is denied embrace. Anima Mundi is the link between the literal and the imaginal, the rational and the mythic. Here is an initiation on the level of the soul. You will awaken the unique light within and witness how this light contributes to the radiance of the entire universe. You will sense yourself as a critical note in the cosmic orchestra. Destiny is altered as you hear the enchanted melody of all living things.
from the Medicine Cards deck
Porcupine
Innocence
Porcupine is related to the South on the medicine wheel, the place of childlike innocence, humility, and playfulness. Porcupine has the power of faith and trust. From this place of opening your heart, others can then open their hearts to you, and share their gifts of love, joy, and companionship. In choosing the Porcupine card you’ve given yourself a gentle reminder not to get caught in the chaos of the adult world where fear, greed, and suffering are commonplace. The medicine in this card is one of relief from seriousness. Open your heart to those things that gave you joy as a child. Remember the preciousness of fantasy and imagination. Honor the playfulness of Spirit.
“Porcupine – remind me of innocence again, with every man a brother, each woman a friend.
