Learning Your Life Lessons Tarot Spread

Morgan Greer Tarot  © US Games 1993

As we navigate through life, our experiences teach us many lessons:

we make mistakes, we get things right, we observe other people and learn from them.

We travel, work, build relationships, acquire knowledge, meet challenges and experience change.

Sometimes we need to stop and pause to remind ourselves of the lessons we have learned so far and how they can be of use to us at a particular time.

If we don't, then we may end up making the same mistake twice or get stuck in a rut.

For this purpose, I have designed the following spread.

Each card in the Tarot (and even oracle decks) offers a life lesson that is personal to you.

Meditate on each card you have drawn - what are the lessons you need to remember and make use of today and in the future?

Take your time, but be concise. My sample reading is below:

1. Life lesson I need to apply in the Present
2. Life lesson that sustains me
3. Life lesson I learned in the Past and is still relevant today
4. Life lesson that protects me
5. Life lesson I will need to apply in the near future

1. 4 of Swords - Having regular breaks from work and busy situations does wonders for creativity, physical and mental health. Never let others determine when you can rest and recharge. Take time out when you need it, and this is what I need to do in the present.
2. 7 of Pentacles - Don't expect overnight success. Putting in my best efforts with patience over time will eventually bear fruit. Everything I care for deserves my full attention and nurture at all times. This lesson sustains me at any time I feel insecure, have doubts or have to define my priorities.
3. 3 of Wands - Don't be afraid of new beginnings and the unknown. I have experienced many changes in my life, and I shall move forward with trust and optimism on my new life path ahead.
4. 2 of Cups - Love! Building and maintaining harmonious relationships, developing mutual trust, tolerance and understanding even at times of uncertainty and change. Unconditional love and rising above anger, resentment and limiting attachments protects me from severe heartache and long-term bitterness.
5. 5 of Pentacles - I need money to pay my bills and make a modest living, but I also know that money doesn't necessarily make me rich. Life's riches are often found elsewhere. I need to be more aware of the little things that enrich my life and look out for them every day. Limiting my desire for material possessions will help me through lean times whilst still feeling content.

What life lessons have you learned and how does the Tarot help you apply them? 

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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Create Vision

©  Chanel Bayless

"It is a sign of wisdom to be able to set goals and then, having done so, to let them go. All that is required for success is a vision of the destination. The journey itself will reveal the means to take you there." thoughtfortoday.org.uk

The Three of Wands in the King's Journey Tarot is an image of adventure and excitement. The goal is in sight on the horizon, and the wanderer is taking in the view of the journey ahead. The bright sunny sky suggests clear vision. This is the moment when the next steps are being assessed and evaluated, but we all know that often it is necessary to make changes  to even the best plans when we are travelling along the road to our destination. 

This image gives the impression that the journey ahead is a long and eventful one across a variety of terrains, but that makes this venture so exciting and fun.

The message of this card is to be optimistic about progressing with a project or venture. Now is a good time to pause for a moment and contemplate your options. Pursue your goal but be prepared to be flexible as you go along. 

Keywords for the Three of Wands: creative vision, purpose, moving forward, progress, embarking on a new venture, leaving security behind to explore the unknown, expanding horizons

Watch out, if you feel you have taken on too much, but also don't give up too soon, if you experience difficulties or delays. Make sure your goals are achievable rather than holding on to ideals that are unrealistic. Making changes to your original plan doesn't mean failure. 

"Vision is one of the secrets of personal transformation. Always start with vision not action. See it and you will be it. Be it and you will do it. This is how we create our own life." - relax7.com

Affirmation: I pursue my goal with enthusiasm and a positive mind. I have the power and determination to turn my dreams into reality.

Quizz: Can you spot the dragon's tail in the image? And what do you think it symbolizes? 

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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