Allies, Guides, & Messages of Support
These cards were pulled in this order, before our first class.
As I drew these, I invited in any allies or teachers or messages who wished to support us. They contain some beautiful messages, particularly around feminine creative forces, and breath.
Plus the Rose continues to show up! See below for more about ways to work with their qualities.
from the Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Deck:
Moth
- Impulsive. Hasty. Wishful.
Moth energy is at play when one is attracted to easy solutions or anything shiny and new. This can lead to unfinished projects, disappointment, or burn out. It's helpful to remember that life is complex. No one is exempt from the trials and tribulations of this great journey. Practice seeing life as an infinite mystery rather than wishing it was easier or different.
when in balance -- enthusiastic, whimsical
when out of balance -- idealizes others, jittery
to bring into balance -- finish a project
Moth
alternative meaning-
Moth medicine’s meaning is resurrection and transformation. A moth represents tremendous change, but it also seeks the light. Thus, moth's spiritual meaning is to trust the changes that are happening and that freedom and liberation are around the corner.
This is an encouragement and a reminder to stick with this! Commit yourself to curiosity and cultivate enthusiasm along this journey.
Tiger
- Lunar Force. Ease in darkness.
Feminine energy.
Sensuality, receptivity, and devotion are all heightened in the midnight hour and the tiger takes advantages of these boons. There is nothing to fear in the stillness except the awakening of your own power. Allow lunar, feminine energy to soothe and heal your spirit.
when in balance-- passionate, strong, sensual
when out of balance -- overstimulated
to bring into balance -- trataka (candle gazing)
from the Medicine Cards deck:
Crow
- Sacred Law, Universal Law
Crow medicine encourages you to pause and reflect on how you see the laws of great spirit in relation to the laws of humanity. Crow medicine signifies a first-hand knowledge of a higher order of right and wrong than indicated by the laws created in human culture. With crow medicine you speak in a powerful voice when addressing issues that for you seem out of harmony, out of balance, out of whack, or unjust. As you learn to allow your personal integrity to be your guide, your personal will can emerge so you will stand in your truth.
Shape shift that old reality and become your future self.
Crows are in the Corvid family of birds which include jays, ravens, and magpies. These birds are not shy to share their voices! They are sometimes consider messengers from beyond the veil. You can work with the medicine of Crow to embrace your own outspokenness and ability to express from the spirit world.
from the Untamed Elemental deck:
Breath
- Inspiration.
Breath is the vibratory note between the starting point of life in the still point of death. All activity derives from her flow. Your mother's breath is the first gift she gave you; it was passed down from her mother, and upon both of their respirations, you alighted upon the world. The strength of your connection with your own breath is the extent to which you are connected to your existence, creativity, and power. Breath is prayer and praise; she is all-inspiring.
Contemplate the relationship between -
RESPIRATION & INSPIRATION
To become inspired us to have an idea breathed into you as and exclamations from the Divine. The inspiration you receive is a vision of reality that already exists, and it is yours to create if you so choose.
balanced -- receptive to divinely sourced potentials
imbalanced -- lack of new ideas, enduring sameness
to bring into balance -- practice purification through the control of your breath
Owl
- Messenger
Owl is solitary, nocturnal, upright and sharp. She sees through darkness. Her head offers a wide range of mobility so she can see her full environment with ease. The low frequency of her vocalizations cut through the velvet of night, and she swoops on soft wings, stealthy and cryptic. Assemble a paranormal wisdom, I will offer his messages for you to dissect and interpret on a subconscious level so they can serve your conscious choices.
Owl is a strong spirit guide when you need help understanding the obscure elements in your life, helping you release the tangible and move into the imaginative. What clarity has been muddled by thinking? What have you been unable to express for fear of alienation from all that is structured and known for fear of alienation from that which is structured and known?
balanced -- clarity, true knowingness
imbalanced -- confusion, obscuration
to bring into balance -- seek out solitude and go within to hear your inner calling through introspection
from the Spirit of Herbs tarot deck:
note*** - I am NOT suggesting that you ingest these herbs, these are simply the plant energies this deck associates with these cards.***
3 of Swords
Pleurisy Root
Freeing oneself from past pains and heart breaks. Working to help others find release from the past. Need to create some space for healing to occur. Becoming more of a witness to the situation.
Energetically, pleurisy root addresses any grief and sadness that has become stagnant in the lungs. Old emotions are digested and cleared. Deep breathing and fresh air will also help.
A better balance between the emotions and the mind will soon be reached. Meditations and affirmations are a good support for achieving this balance.
“I allow the emotional pain to leave me. My heart is one with the Divine."
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.
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.
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.
"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.
This card also came in for our Fall 2022 cohort of Your Sacred Voice, which some of us were also in.
from the Wild Unknown Alchemy deck
Flos Sapientum / The Red and White Rose
Vital force. Arising. Awakening
In alchemy, emerging of red and white is an exquisite moment. It means something is coming to life before our eyes. The pristine white of the rose is not threatened by the blood red pigment. Their mixing does not make pink. Rather each color remains vibrantly itself, expressing its message. The Flos Sapientum card appears to signify the awakening of the physical as a gateway to the spiritual. Without the body, spiritual teachings remain conceptual, not yet integrated into the everyday. This card is an encouragement to honor the body as a temple each and every day; observing it, listening to it, mining it for information and guidance. This card signifies a mastery – a uniting of body to serve the soul's purpose – as seen in the likes of dancers, athletes, and the birthing process.
If this card appears along with the Breath card it is a sign that the answers will be found in the body and breath, not in the mind. (A beautiful message as the Breath card did appear in this reading albeit from a different deck!)
Rose has come in for us as a strong ally.
All flowers have a high vibration, but Roses have an especially high frequency, and are also very protective with their strong stalks and thorns.
Start to pay attention to any roses, images of roses, or rose scents you may come across. These are reminders to connect with and to protect the budding heart song you are nurturing. You can picture your hearts prayer and intention for this course inside of your chest, a beautiful bud preparing itself to open and bloom.
