The Nature of Today's Energy 5.10.13: Conflict

Friday 5.10.13:

Conflict can sometimes be brought on by the disagreement of a statement. By the disagreement of a Truth. 

How the process should unfold, when really, the goal is what needs to be focused on. 

Sometimes the leap of Faith is made with great intent. 

The card of the day is the Five of Wands. The hidden energy card is the Hanged Man. 

The thunder is roaring outside and lightening is flashing. I can relate this card to a storm. Two sides of a choice. One contains the truth and the other is not of truth. One choice is of light and the other is of dark. 

The storm starts with a cloud. 

A thought. A statement. 

The cloud can produce more clouds or stay a single cloud (simply a thought). 

When confusion or worry sets in, the cloud will grow. Grow into a great storm with rain, sleet, hail, and wind. The storm will demolish all that is within it's line of sight. 

The storm is filled with confusion. The storm is great and powerful. The trees sway and bend. Some break and others stand their ground. 

The land is soaked with intention. With power. How will this energy be used?

The conflict is the decision that needs to be made. The power is always there. The tools we need to create and manifest our dreams, are always present. It is the decision that causes the conflict. To go North. To go South. 

To manifest good. To manifest that which is "the lack of". The decision can lead us down the path of destruction, rather than the path of greatness. 

Have you ever noticed that the path of greatness, in some stories, is always filled with light. 

What if the path of greatness was dark? 

What if the path of greatness was grim and full of shadows?

We all must pass through a state of darkness. 

That state of darkness is always there when a breakthrough is about to happen. I call it the "breaking through the sludge" stage. It is this very thin cloud of filth that builds up over time. When a Mystic is traveling around, and showing everyone their light, they can tend to take on a little of other people's mess. Their chaos. 

A mystic can sometimes lead more with a state of compassion, than the thought of taking care of their own health. 

The sludge builds up and when a Mystic starts to get tired of the rat race, of being awake, of checking into life everyday, then the Mystic will want to give up. This is when the great breakthrough is about to happen. I advise my friends and clients, that the Mystic must then muster up all the energy he has left over, and shine their brightest. The small film of sludge will eventually fall away or the Mystic will have enough Faith to put one arm out, break through the sludge, and move forward. 

The path is made clear, the storm passes, and life moves on. The cycle begins again. Life begins again. Life moves forward. Are you ready for the unknown that stands before you? 

Sometimes we have to have a little bit of Faith in what will take place. In the good that will happen, if we simply move past the dark, and into the light. 

Blessed Be.  

The Nature of Today's Energy 5.3.13: The Mystic

Friday 5.3.13:

After all that turmoil and change, comes a time of peace and tranquility. A time of healing. This does not mean that we are out of the dark forest, just yet. It simply means that we have found a safe place to rest. The journey is still ahead of us. The card that is influencing the energy of the day, is the Knight of Cups. This card, to me, is known as the Mystic. The Pisces.

The hidden energy card is Temperance.

Our state of existence can lead us through the darkest moments of our life. As I sit here and type, I am watching the new episode of Vampire Diaries. Yes, I know, I watch a silly Vampire show, but even a silly show can contain a message.

There are moments in my life that require me to look deep within. To find my compass that points me home. To take on the energy of the Mystic, look into my cup of Divine water, and feel the pull of my destination.
I have to become the path maker. To know that home is close.

I was listening to the song called "U.F.O." by Coldplay.
In the song he states
     "Lord, I don't know which way I am going. Which way the river gonna flow. It just seems, that up stream, I keep rolling. Still got such a long way to go...."

This is the song that I think of when I see the Knight of Cups. A person of pure love, untapped in measure, and moving forward with their journey. Looking into their cup, every so often, for divine guidance. For that sign or symbol that he/she is looking out for. The Knight of Cups understands the end result, which is love, but the road seems unfamiliar. Seems long and full of danger. Dark and twisted. Yet, he still travels forward on his horse, to his destination. A destination of home.

I think that today will be about understanding the path that we have decided to walk. Understanding the tools that we carry and use on a daily basis. 

One thing is for sure, that the Mystic is always headed in the right direction. Whether it is North, South, East, or West. The Mystic understands that eventually, it will all make sense, and his destination will surely be reached. Sometimes we have to take time out from our day to remember why we are walking on this particular path. To be reminded that we are always within alignment of our Divine Path. Even if it is about receiving a project you do not like at work. Or getting a flat tire on your great road trip. Things happen for a reason...and that reason is always good. 

Blessed Be. 

The Nature of Today's Energy 4.30.13: The Lover

Tuesday 4.30.13:

Court Cards...Blah! 
My mantra for when I pull a court card should be "Oh Crap..."
Actually, that would not help me at all. I am only kidding. I have learned that when a court card comes up, there are some questions that need to be asked. Mainly me asking my spirit guide "What, who, and where in the heck is this card referring to?"

She simply smiles at times. She understands that as human; frustration is part of our everyday vocabulary. 

I know that in the coming days, there are a few court cards making their presence known, and I have meditated, coming to the conclusion that they are an energy that I/we will have to take on. 

Now, I begin with the King of Swords. I was taught that the archetype for this card is the Lover. Astrological sign, to me, is the Libra. My dearest friend Shaun is a Libra and he lives it to the fullest. Or rather to me, he lives it to the fullest. One must always leave their words open to many interpretations. To state that something is concrete and set in stone, can lead you to many talks of disagreement. Is that a bad thing? 
Nope. For everyone has a given right to form an opinion and thought. It is up to us, on whether we wish to amuse them and disagree back, or find the truth within the statement being made. 

Wow. Today will be about communication. 
The hidden energy card is Death. Transformation. 

I know that I must be very fair with the people that I will come in contact with today. Fair in regards to listening to both sides of the story and making a decision based off of clarity, rather than emotion or bias opinion. 

There must still be a sense of compassion mixed in with that fairness. The scales must balance on both sides. One containing the lie and the other containing the truth. What if they were always balanced, only becoming unbalanced when we decide to place false emotions (or rather a bunch of crap) on either side of the scale. 
For even a lie, can be true, to the person who is stating it. That is another subject, for another time and place. 

This is true. A thought is created and born. Life takes place. The reality is stirred with great intent and passion. Then after the experience has been experienced, the dream dies. A new one is formed and shaped and the process begins again. 

So, what am I getting at? 
Well, I have to look at the card to understand. To receive a message. 

We must have a clear mind, when entering into a meeting today. We must cut through the storm. 
I once knew a Curiendera who could stop a hurricane and tornado with an axe. splitting it into two and causing the energy and momentum to go elsewhere.
I miss my healing arts teacher. Even though there was a language barrier, the energy and thoughts, were understood. 

This is how I view the King of Swords. Clarity is your weapon. Truth is the point at the end of your sword. As a matter of fact, you do not even have to swing your sword. Standing your ground and holding up your sword of truth (or for Wonder Woman fans, a lasso of truth) will create that energy of balance and fairness. 
If you have to strike, and I know that there are times when we must, then understand that you do it with wisdom, rather than emotion. 
Kind of like a power move in a video game. You use the sword filled with energy to push your opponent back. Kind of like a stun move. Giving you a few seconds to tap on your buttons, going ape shit crazy with a 10 hit combo move. Sweet! 
Oops...my geek side wanted to be present.

This day will test your patience. Will test who you are. Remember Inner Strength is setting the stage.  
What power talisman will you refer to, when things get a little tough? I always state, that they are only words. You can always walk away and do something new. No one says you have to sit there and listen to the person talking. As a matter of fact, you have every right to punch him in the nose, but that will only get you into trouble. Compassion and Clarity. You could turn the other cheek, with fist clenched, praying that the person will slap you again. Or not...the choice is yours. I know that I will be thinking of this in my head, but I return to that which true. Love does soothe the wildest beast. Even our Ego can be tamed with one stroke of compassion. 

Blessed Be.  

The Nature of Today's Energy 4.29.13: Strength

Monday 4.29.13:

A new week is presenting it self. Monday brings the dawn of a new light. Actually, everyday contains the dawn of a new light. 

The card for this day is "Strength". 
What kind of strength?
The kind that requires us to really think before we speak and take action. Inner strength is needed when things do not go as planned. Do things ever go our way, when we plan a certain route?
Life has many detours. 

The hidden energy card is "The Universe". An ending of a cycle. Are you ready for it?
The ending of a cycle is nothing new. We begin with a fresh new idea and follow through with great action, that leads us to the ending of the that cycle, and the beginning of another. We can have many cycles going at one time. Our hands dipped in many projects at one time, but have you ever noticed that they all have one thing in common? The intent of getting you to reach your highest good. 

Since "Strength" sits in the position that sets the stage for the week; I can tell you that there will be a lot of moments in our life that will require us to hold strong to our inner strength. To take energy that is directed towards us and manipulate it. Take in that which is negative and relate it to a positive thought. 

As I type this, I see a person taking energy that is hurled at them with great speed, and catching it with great ease and motion, clearing the negative energy to be neutral, and attaching it to a positive thought. It gets released, like a balloon, into the Universe. 

One must try to be like that person. Taking in energy and transforming it to neutral. Using it to push their dream into existence. 

Inner Strength is setting the stage for the week. There will be a lot of people that will be around you. A lot of energy that will either benefit you in a positive way or try to pull you down. Weave your intent of good. End this cycle with a big bang, so that you have enough energy to propel you to your next point of destination. 

Blessed Be. 

The Nature of Today's Energy 4.26.13: Standing Your Ground, Defense.

Friday 4.26.13:

When I was young, and the class decided to play dodge ball (which would be most of the time), I would always notice that one kid was fearless within the circle. He/she would not move from her spot, and taunt the other kids with the ball, making them throw it their way so that they could catch it. Remember when you caught the ball, you could call in a fellow player who was considered "out". Lucky for me I was on a team who had the best and brightest start athlete. 

School ground rules and regulations would set in and sometimes we are faced with the same issues that would happen on the playground. Someone not wanting to wait their turn. Someone who is not wanting to play fair. A star student at handball, who is winning every match, will not give up their title. A bully on the playground, taking lunch money from other kids. I see this sort of behavior within my life. Grown ups are simply big kids. Some carry the same thought and patterns with them into adulthood. The same tricks of the trade work on those who are weak. The same clicks move forward, either forming other groups in different social circles, or sticking together and moving from one pond to the next. Silly fishes. 

I am starting to get off the subject...so I will return to what the energy will be like, today. The one child who always caught the ball, faced the danger ahead of him, and came out with a positive result. This reminds me of the Seven of Wands. 

Defense. Standing your ground. 

The hidden energy card is the Moon. Unseen forces at work. Danger on the path of greatness. Spiritual forces advising us to keep moving. 

We must take on the spirit of that child. So brave. So willing to sacrifice the game, in order to bring another person in to the game. They had the guts to give it a try. To stand their ground, taunt the opposing side, and come out a Hero. And the children danced with glee. 

This can be our strength or our weakness. To be brave can cause us to win or to fall, in the face of danger. Brave is simply a word. Everything is simply a word, but it is the intent behind it that creates the experience. What are you fighting for? 

When are you needing to be Brave? To raise your hand and state "Why?"

You do not have to always put up a fight and be ready for the struggle. The defense mechanism, can sometimes be the state of calmness you are presenting. 

Is this mountain top worth fighting for? Are we simply standing our ground to prove a point that we know is wrong, but we do not want to admit it? Are we wanting to state enough is enough?

I think that the star athlete has only one agenda on their mind...catch the ball. So, should we have one agenda on our mind when faced with a struggle? 

I know that it is much easier to think of "I am calm", rather than "I will win this". There are no winners or losers in the game of life. There is only existence. 

I use to wish to be like that star player on the playground. I use to dream of catching the ball and understanding that I could do it as well. I sometimes would yearn to just have enough guts to try and catch the ball. I did once. I tried and I caught it, but then I tried a second time and failed. I gave up. I stopped trying because I did not want to risk being pegged with the ball, and in turn be "out".

I wanted to exist within the game.

What are you protecting? Why fight for others, when you are being attacked from all ends? Start with your self. Protect your spirit, first, then move on to others. 

As I started to develop my gift of reading tarot, healing, and psychometry; I found that I was a star player. I did catch the ball. I was willing to take a risk and try, when it came to spiritual matters. I am a star player in the book of life, and even if it is not on the dodge ball court, I am attempting to catch the ball, every time, on the spiritual plane by protecting my spirit. By defending my rights of existence. 

Blessed Be. 

The Nature of Today's Energy 4.19.13: The Idealist

Friday 4.19.13:

The Queen of Swords sits in the position of Lizard/Dreams/Strength/Weakness. 
The hidden energy card is Judgement. 

I turn to my spirit guide for answers.

Me: Is this a person in my life?
Spirit Guide: No
Me: Is this an energy that will be around me?
SG: No
Me: Is this an energy that I must take on?
SG: Yes. You must live it. 

When I speak to my spirit guide, there will either be a novel of information, or she will give me one word answers. How do I interpret the one word answer? 
I simply understand that my Spirit Guide is giving me a definite answer and that to question it will only cause me to form doubt within the process of love and life. 

I am to move through out my day and create that which is good. Good beyond belief. To move forward with everything that my heart is set on. Write...
She advised me to write what is within my heart, not within my mind. To create that which is good. To create that which is mine. I long for the past to reach the present. For that which has been, to follow suite and find my home once more. To regroup. To live within the moment of what is taking place at this time. 
To write. 

To feel pain of that which has passed. We all go through it. We all find peace in the moment that love presents itself to us. We think this is it. I surely can die and I will be happy. What happens when the moment is over. We wish for more. More of the same feeling within that experience. 

To write. 

She advises me to be inspired by what she is stating to me. It is not about the card, but it is about tapping into the energy that is around me. To write about what is happening at this very moment. 

If you seek Truth, then be truth. Be like the Queen of Swords. Speak your mind. You must accept what will come from that Truth. Are you ready to accept the Truth of the situation? Even if it means that you are wrong?
That I am wrong?

She leaves me with one last thought, one last statement. 
"If you wish to change that which is around you, you must start with your thoughts". 

So many have spoken this truth in the past. 

I do want to warn you about the shadow side of the Queen of Swords. You may want to contain the power that she has, of clarity and truth, but you must pay attention to that power. Are you using it to hurt or heal? Are you really seeking the Truth or stating your opinion? 
You must be open to everything that is around you and accept that which is being presented. The moment you do this, the truth will present itself. The struggle will be no more. The tools you contain in your hand, whether it be paint, clay, Tarot Cards, Crystals, and such, will make sense and you will be inspired to create. To create that beautiful masterpiece called "You", called "Me". 

Blessed Be. 

The Nature of Today's Energy 3/13/12

  Strength.
This card speaks to us about a lesson of inner strength. This moves us in the right direction. We know that we can overcome any obstacle set in our way. I know that I get tired sometimes when things just are not going as planned. What is planning? To plan is an expectation. What happens when we expect? We are disappointed. They lead us down a road of wrongful distruction. We begin to think that something is owed. So move forward with no expectations. Understand that everything you need is within you. All the tools. All the answers. The Divine shall lead you where you need to go. Take it all in and know that you can handle the monster (Ego) that dwells within the cave (our mind).

Blessed Be.

The Nature of Today's Energy 2/22/12

  Strength.
What demon must we take control of? This card speaks about the shadow side of our being. The Tarot I am using shows us a woman holding the book of spells. She is using her energy to tame the monster in front of her. She holds him at bay and understands that he can be used to hurt or help others. Maybe the trials ahead of you are just there to show you that you can break through any barrier put in front of you. Maybe the trials are there to aid you on your journey of Strength. Maybe the trials are there in order to bring out the shadow side of Self so that you may understand what the dark is really like. That way you can move into the light and know what peace feels like.

Blessed Be.

The Nature of Today's Energy 1/28/12

  Strength.
A lesson of inner strength. Do we have what it takes to see the truth? Can you handle what is to come?
Most of the time we already know what will transpire from our decisions. We already know what the consequence will be in the future. We can sense it and maybe even see the future events. So why do we go through with it?
We walk sometimes with the Faith that things will turn out great if we keep banging our head against a wall. Maybe this hit will be the one that breaks it down. It is sad to say that while you were banging your head against the wall, the Divine constructed a doorway in the wall. Placed a doorman in front of it and put your name at the top of the door. The Divine is giving you a way out, but we choose to look only at the task in front of us. Maybe it is time to have a little Faith and stop what you are doing. Move in a different direction. Look at something else in your life and focus on that. You may just receive the answer you were looking for. Have faith in the Divine, that it will lead you to where you need to go.

Blessed Be.