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altargarden · 10 months

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beewitched-blr · 2 months

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Deity Reading for @childofflamesandmoonlight

Deities who showed interest: 1. Eir 2. Freyja 3. Hades 4. Hecatea 5. Loki 6. Óðr 7. Thoth 8. Zeus

To begin a connection with Eir, it’s important that you not only look after your own emotional state, but that you connect and help those around you. Don’t ignore yourself and your well-being but try reaching out to others. Offerings in nature are also welcomed here. Your intuition here is also very prominent and meaningful. If you feel a strong urge to follow a specific idea, do it! The more you open yourself up to those around you, the more Eir will be interested in pursuing this connection. Try finding that balance of looking within yourself but also the happiness of your loved ones.

Eir warns that you shouldn’t become too attached to negative forces in your life. You need to find your own personal voice and use it to overcome the bad that is trying to surround you. Let go of your vices and take back the pen to write your own story. There is a sense of almost a rebirth of sorts for you personally. It’s important to be at the forefront of your destiny. Trust in your intuition and try doing some cleansing sessions to get a clear head throughout all of this.

Eir suggests that you cleanse your life and allow yourself to begin an awakening. Following that path may have twists and turns but you will definitely be able to get through it all. You need to learn how to balance your emotions and stop letting other people cloud your judgment when it comes to thing in your own life. It’s important that you open yourself up to connection as it’s an important part in your life. You also must trust your own judgement and understand that your opinion and feelings matter.

From a connection with Eir, you will be presented with many opportunities. This could lead to a feeling of being indecisive however, this connection also emphasises the idea of you learning how to speak up for yourself and gain a deeper understanding of your wants and needs. This could be a very fruitful connection for you. There is an air of comfortability and certainty around working together helping your confidence levels in general. Overall, this seems very positive.

To begin a connection with Óðr, you need to follow your material growth and become the most confident version of yourself. You most likely will also receive an emotional message/sign from them. Work on understanding your personal ideas, emotions, and strength. This way you’ll feel lighter than a feather and finally feel confident in multiple areas of your life which is just what Óðr wants to see in you. You have so much potential, and it can be a hard ask but, you must grab it and charge forward in life with it. They want to see you be self-assured and exactly where you belong in life.

Óðr warns that you need to be more charitable. Especially when it comes to those whom you love. You also need to understand that it’s okay to express your feelings with people and will help you connect to more people this way. Reach out to people and try giving people chances if they so deserve them. Throughout all of this you will end up playing a very Important role within so many others’ lives. The way to become truly at peace and even feel a little accomplished in your own life is to become a staple in others.

Óðr suggests that you reflect on your personal achievements and the roots you’ve planted in your life. Whilst self-reflection is important, do not dismiss your personal goals and wants for the future. You are able to look both ways. Another suggestion is that you do your best to truly connect to your emotions regarding everything, especially your family, whether that be blood or chosen. You should also work on self-care and treating yourself in a manner that you’d treat someone else.

From a connection with Óðr, you will feel a higher calling that will help you along your way in your journey. An awakening, if you will. This connection will clear up the confusion and hurdles that you must face. It would be a path that is long and winding but one that they could help lead you through to happiness and understanding your true potential. You will have to put in the work but you’ve got the potential to do so. This is definitely more of a connection that would help you personally rather than with any relationships with others.

To begin a connection with Hecate, you must really want to. This connection requires total commitment. Another thing is to learn how to balance your emotions and your life in general. Doing some shadow-work is very much encouraged here to reflect on yourself and your life. You also need to keep that personal spark within your homely life. It’s important that whilst you must give thought on the past, you live in the future and are happy and excited to see what’s next in your personal journey. Complete trust in the relationship is needed but you also must keep a tight hold on who you truly are.

Hecate warns that there may be some hard times in your life, especially when it comes to homely matters. However, it’s extremely important to stop looking at the glass half empty! Justice and peace will come through and you will blossom into the best version of yourself through your sheer emotional strength. You need to stop doubting yourself and accept that you deserve more in life. Self-sabotage is a big worry here so you must make sure that you get rid of any of those habits and don’t let that inner-saboteur win.

Hecate suggests that you listen to the sounds of the universe and learn to fully trust your intuition because it is strong. You must also remove yourself from petty communication such as fights and drama. This will help you reach a feeling of true peace much sooner. You are incredibly strong, in every way possible, even if you don’t see it. You shine so brightly in others lives, it’s important that you start to see that shine yourself. Don’t be distracted from what you want because of self-doubt or a lack of confidence, you can do this.

From a connection with Hecate, you will learn what it means to harness your power. There may be some difficult communication times, but these will be able to be worked through. This connection will put you at a starting position in your spiritual journey but in the best way possible. You’ll also understand how to tap into your emotions and express yourself openly, happily, and honestly. This will help you feel more confident and powerful. Overall, this connection seems extremely positive.

To begin a connection with Zeus, you must escape the place you’re in now. It’s important for you to break free of what others think about you. There’s also a message that you need to connect more with your emotions and don’t ignore them; they’re important and will help you along your journey. Once you’ve gotten out of your own head a little bit, pursue what you truly want. There may be a lot of ideas bouncing around but there’s a new one that you should really hold onto and leave the others aside for now. Taking control of your own life confidently and happily will help this connection immensely.

Zeus warns that in this connection you will be starting from the very beginning, and it will be a long road. He trusts that you would be able to handle it though. There’s a warning to stop ignoring your emotions and letting other people take centre stage in your life. You need to care for yourself in every way possible and continue on your spiritual adventure with confidence and compassion. There’s also a note here on making a decision that you may be delaying. Use your voice.

Zeus suggests that the best way forward for you could be to start afresh, in a way. Allow negativity that clings to you to let go. The past is in the past and it’s important that you work on your independence. Start to understand and acknowledge your emotions as you will find positivity within it all. Your future looks bright, you just need to work hard on what you want and build yourself, and those around you, up. The more you work on yourself and your life-choices, the closer you’ll be to achieving the happiness that waits for you.

From a connection with Zeus, you will go through a lot of mental battles. You will be fighting for what you really want in life and if you can push through it all, then you’ll end in a positive space that you have created for yourself. You also may feel a sense of loneliness in this connection so if you do proceed with a connection, make sure that you keep an eye on how much you’re communicating and working with others. You must be weary not to isolate yourself from people who will not just help you but love you.

Notes: - A decision to be made - The number four - The Judgement card drew multiple times

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waywardfaerie555 · 2 years

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TAROT COMMISSIONS

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Hey all! I’ve decided to start taking tarot commissions to help me out financially. If you can’t book a reading that’s fine, following, reblogging and likes help a ton !

BACKGROUND:

A bit of background, I’m a 22 year old, black and indian tarot practitioner, I've been studying tarot for around 4 years and actively practicing for around 2 years. I did some free readings on tumblr before and the responses were overwhelmingly positive. I love doing readings for other people to help provide the guidance or messages that they may need. I’m also doing this as affordable as I possibly can since I want to make sure that anyone can get a reading. It will be set up in a queue order (who comes first will get served first).

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diana-thyme · 1 year

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SUPER Low Energy Witchcraft

I’ve been seeing a lot of low energy witchcraft posts, but every one I read isn’t really low energy. When I think ‘low energy,’ I think something I can do on my lowest of low days. Days I can’t get out of bed or even think sometimes. So here it is. The SUPER Low Energy Witchcraft Guide.

Sigils sites. I have found this one to be very good. They’ll make a sigil for you so you don’t have to.

Pinterest boards. Making spells or manifesting using Pinterest boards is one of my favorite things to do.

Spotify playlists. Similar to the Pinterest board idea, use songs to create spells or manifest certain things.

Emoji spells. Use emojis to make spells, making sure they’re packed with intent.

Hang out with your tarot deck. Or any divination tool, for that matter. Just having it near you counts.

Talking to spirits and deities. Tell them about something you plan to do for them, a ritual you’d like help with, ask for help getting through the lows, etc. Or just talk to them. It doesn’t matter about what, talking improves relationships.

Read. Read books you were planning on reading. Definitely do not ever go on Z-Library for free books. Never. /s You do have limits on downloading and it’s relatively hard to figure out on mobile, but if you can get your tablet or computer up and running, it’ll work perfectly.

Scroll through Tumblr. Or Reddit. Or Pinterest. Or even Tik Tok. Scroll through the witch tags, scroll through the tags of and deities you might worship/work with. Or just look at pretty plants. Think about what they can help you with.

Make a shopping list. If you need to restock any herbs or candles, note it down.

Just light a candle or two. Simple as that.

Make a pouch or enchant a piece of jewelry or whatever you want to do to help you recover from your lows before they happen. Touch them or hold them or even just think of them when you want.

Similar to above, enchant any aids (mobility aids, medication, pain relievers, heating pads and ice packs, etc.) to help you recover faster.

If you can, think about your practice, what you want to change, what you 100% wouldn’t change, how it relates to others’ crafts, etc.

Meditate. I’m not talking about some 30 minute guided meditation sitting upright, because I have trouble with them on my lows. I’m talking about staring blankly into space or practicing mindfulness or something like that. You don’t have to do it for long, either. Take a few minutes to chill.

If you can, open your windows. Or curtains. Or blinds. Let it clear out your space.

Enchant your water or foods to help with your symptoms. Draw a sigil with anything (oil, sharpie, air, etc.) on your bottles and above your food to aid in your recovery.

Wash your face and/or hands to cleanse yourself for the day.

Have a ‘worry stone.’ Take a crystal or rock or other stone and rub it when you’re anxious. Or, enchant it to remove negative energies and rub it when your pain is at the worst. The very least it will do is distract you.

Simply rest. Resting and taking some time to recover is the best practice.

Obviously this isn’t a large list, but I cannot emphasize the ‘simply rest’ part enough. As practitioners, we tend to want to do more when we’re sitting bored in bed. But remember, safety first. The quicker you recover, the quicker you can get back to your craft.

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mysticheathenn · 2 months

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What Deity Is Calling You?

Hi, Hexlings!

This pick-a-card reading is about what deity/deities are calling for you as a patron. Please be respectful of other's beliefs and even if you do not believe in Greek Gods etc, remember tarot is also used for entertainment purposes. That being said do your research on these gods if you feel this resonates. These gods or goddesses are not limited to the ones in this reading. Roman gods, Egyptian gods, etc all have their versions of Greek gods. Just switch or take what resonates for you if you aren't into Greek gods.

Remember to take what resonates and leave what does not. This reading does not supplement your need to seek professional help.

Take your time when choosing your pile. Ask yourself the question and choose the picture that you can’t stop looking at. Listen to your intuition.

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What Deity is calling you? Tarot: The Lovers, 2 of Cups, 2 of Wands, The Chariot

Deities: Athena and Aphrodite. The goddess of Love and Beauty as well as the Goddess of War and Wisdom are both calling for you pile 1. Some of you are probably trying to manifest a soulmate or want to promote more self-love and care in your daily routine. Others of you may be trying to get through school, thinking/wanting to go back to school, needing guidance, or trying to control the high emotions that are circulating you like rage, depression, manipulation, or wanting to give back karma. These things are not limited to the many different specialties that these goddesses are known for. Athena is also known for craft as well so maybe you are thinking of picking up new hobbies or being more creative. Aphrodite is also known for fertility, the fountain of youth, and pleasure (sexual love/masturbation/etc). Maybe you want to switch up your skincare routine or even begin one or some of you are probably manifesting through your sexual energy (sex magic). Either way, these two goddesses want to help you reach the goals that you have set for yourself that are within the realms of what they are known for.

Here are some links that can help with ways to worship/honor them: Aphrodite: http://tinyurl.com/mrxj58ts / http://tinyurl.com/bdhk93t5 Athena: http://tinyurl.com/3tu73wz8 / (Video) http://tinyurl.com/3fus4hbd

Why are they calling you? Athena Tarot: 3 of Pentacles, The lovers, Queen of Pentacles, and 2 of Cups. Aphrodite: 10 of Pentacles, Knight of Swords, 3 of Swords, King of Swords

Aphrodite may be calling for you pile one because of two reasons you are going through heartbreak, unrequited love, or just feeling lonely. The second reason could be as mentioned before you are manifesting a soulmate. For those who are trying to get over heartbreak, unrequited love, or feelings of loneliness Aprhtodite wants to help soothe and heal your heart through self-love. She wants you to know that the love that you need right now more than ever is from yourself. Love yourself. Treat yourself and hold yourself to a higher standard than what you have been holding yourself as of lately. Maybe you are a people pleaser in relationships, too forgiving, not holding yourselves on a pedestal and putting yourselves down. She wants to show you that you are amazing, beautiful, and worthy of all the love in the world but you need to start with yourself first. Remember if you want someone to get you flowers you need to start by giving yourself those things first. Embody what you want to receive through self-love. This also goes for those who are calling in a soul mate. She wants to help you and prepare you for this love coming in for you that you are manifesting. For some of you, she wants to help you with this manifestation through self-love, and for others, she wants to help speed up this process through other means.

Athena may be calling you to help you stand further into your power. Some of you probably have been wronged by a romantic lover or even by friends recently or within the past two years. Either way, some sort of emotion that you are harboring she wants to help you release some of the feelings that you have been holding onto. Whether it's rage or other powerful emotions that are causing you anxiety and feelings of not being worthy of anything. Similar to Aphrodite she wants to help you release these emotions and baggage. How..I'm not sure as everyone who resonates with this pile is going through different things and not everyone will be given the same help. You will need to seek Athena for this information. Again you may also be dabbling or deciding about school, but for reading the tarot and only seeing what is being shown, I'm not picking up on anything school-related but that doesn't mean she doesn't want to guide you in that direction. I am just picking up on a collective energy and not individually.

What blessings will happen when working/honoring them?

Aphrodite: Woman Holding A Heart: Self Love / Broken Heart: Healing and Self-love Financial Constraints: Bringing in Abundance / Cornucopia: Bringing in Abundance of Everything You Need. Think about Catching Fire Cornucopia where the tribute received everything they needed to survive and thrive. / Fertility: Creativity, Furbabies, or Actual Kids / Good Luck, Blessings, Freedom, Lightening your Load Athena: Family, Dreams, Wellbeing, Compassion, Animals Goddess of the Moon, Envy, Blossoming Abundance, Community (Bringing in a better support system)

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What Deity is calling you? Tarot: The Page of Pentacles, 5 of Swords (reversed), 10 of Swords, 6 of Swords, The Tower

Deity: Ares (Any other gods similar to Ares). Ares is all about justice, courage, bloodshed, comfort, and strength. This pile is broken up into two different situations of what you could be going through just know this is not limited as again I am picking up on a collective energy and not individual. You could be losing faith in whatever it is that you are manifesting, a project you are working on, or whatever the case is you are working on something and you are ready to give up. For others, you need courage or strength to fight a situation in which you have been too scared, timid, or wanting to keep the peace. Ares (or any similar deity) could help you harness the courage, strength, and comfort you need in knowing that it is okay to stand up for yourself no matter the situation (a boss, a friend, a family member). It's okay to go after the things you want as well as don't give up on what you want in your life. Things are happening behind the scenes that you are unaware of.

Why are they calling you? Tarot: 9 of Cups, The World, Knight of Cups, 2 of Cups, Justice, The hierophant (upright)

You may have been feeling unfulfilled with what you are doing in your life right now. Some of you are probably in school going after a major you don't want anymore, in a career field with promising rewards but you feel dead inside, or even in a relationship you feel the need to cut off. Some of you may also wonder if this is all that life is cracked up to be? Going home, work, school, sleep, eat, and repeat. Others of you may just need comfort and a push to see that the world is your oyster. Whichever is your circumstance Ares would like to help you bring the tower into your life and shake things up. He wants to help guide you to feeling more fulfilled in your life and not feeling this sense of duty because of family, societal pressures, or because you are looking for something that seems "promising." He wants to show you that there is more to life than duty and you can have it all whatever it is that you want, but you need to be sure this is the shake-up that you want. You can't ask for a change and get mad when you get fired, or your relationship breaks, etc etc.. you need to be willing to go through the fire pile ll....are you ready for that?

What blessings will happen when working/honoring them?

Good Luck, Willpower, and Spirit Guide, Peace, Reconciliation Clear Your Mind, Reflect on your priorities, and Go Wild.

Links of worship/honoring with Ares: http://tinyurl.com/knuvhhww http://tinyurl.com/3u3xdudr

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What Deity is calling you? & Why are they calling you? Tarot: The Hanged Man, Strength, Justice (All Reversed), 4 of Pentacles, 2 of Swords (Upright)

Deities: Zeus & Demeter. Even though Demeter is also here alongside Zeus. Zeus is the one mostly speaking for the majority of this reading but I will include a little something about Demeter here. Zeus is all about law & order, fate, destiny, and the weather. These are just a few things about Zeus. Demeter is all about agriculture, food, fertility, and harvest. She is also thought to be about family relations specifically mother and daughter relationships as Demeter and Persephone have a particular not-so-great relationship depending on which stories you decide to believe. For whatever reason I am not getting much as to why they want to work with you. It's as if there is a block as to find out more information. Because this is a collective reading these two gods are more of a personal individual view than reading for the collective. What do I mean, I mean I'd hate to say Demeter is calling you because your relationship with family or your mother specifically is horrible when in reality it may just be you being a generational "curse" breaker but I wouldn't know because this is a general reading not private. This goes for Zeus as well I am getting this may deal with those in academics or career driven but again I am not getting much because the collective energy is everywhere. I can't seem to hone in on even one thing because there are many reasons as to why they decided to come through or call you.

What blessings will happen when working/honoring them?

Friendship, Confidence, Peace, Life Purpose, Beauty, & transformation

Links to worship/honoring these gods: Zeus: http://tinyurl.com/bdfekxva / http://tinyurl.com/4f2sfef7 http://tinyurl.com/3vekc875 / http://tinyurl.com/45fc8b99

Demeter: http://tinyurl.com/2j2u55n6 / http://tinyurl.com/2k8p2jb7 http://tinyurl.com/2mhc2af7

Remember these gods or goddesses are not limited to the ones in this reading. Roman gods, Egyptian gods, etc all have their versions of Greek gods. Just switch or take what resonates for you if you aren't into Greek gods.

I hope you enjoyed this reading. Thanks to everyone who likes, reblogs my posts, and joins my Patreon. I always appreciate you <3.

Until Next time stay blessed and be safe.

Cosmic Stargazers PAC should be up either later today or sometime tomorrow as it's a big one haha.

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jezzzebel · 1 month

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DEITY IDENTIFICATION SPREAD by Jagoda

Card 1: a card that represents the deity.

Card 2: a positive trait of that deity

Card 3: a negative trait of that deity (darker, bad, ""evil"" , or just a trait that is seemingly negative by humans)

Card 4: domain, what the deity rules over

Card 5: minor domain, what a deity rules over but isn't talked a lot about

Card 6: that deity's mythology

Card 7: what a deity is associated with

Card 8: what the deity wants to work on with you

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khaire-traveler · 5 months

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*slowly manifests physical form that can be easily perceived*

A tarot reading doesn't always need to be super serious. It can literally be about whatever you want. Have fun with it!

*slowly disappears, as if evaporating into the air*

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wutheringmights · 28 days

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After I finished reading The Epic of Gilgamesh today, I entered a fugue state where I sat down and read the entirety of Alanna: The First Adventure by Tamora Pierce.

On the record, I have had a lifelong love and adoration for Pierce's Tortall books. I first read the Song of the Lioness quartet when I was 11, and they rewrote my brain. I love them so much. I reread them and the other Tortall books on a semi-frequent schedule.

It's been a while since I reread any of the Alanna books, if only because my sister took our shared copies when she moved out. I've been meaning to buy my own set for a long while now but haven't been able to justify the purchase. The other week, I just so happened to find the first two volumes at my local indie bookstore. I bought them immediately, as well as ordered the third and fourth book. (And discovered that the store owner knows me by name-- when I went to pick up my order, she saw me and said, Hi Frankie! I got your books over here.) (I may be spending too much money there.)

So I have been in a bit of an emotional rut these past few weeks. Work sucks. Life stinks. The temptation to run off to Tortall and curl up in the fantasy story that captivated me as a kid has never been stronger.

Ergo, I ran off to read the first book as soon as I could.

If you're looking for any critique of this book, series, or Tortall in general, I will never give it. Sure, it's problematic and dated, and in many ways imperfect, but someone else can list out all of its issues. They're all perfect to me.

Anyway, the book. I should say something about this book in particular.

One thing I appreciate about Pierce's writing is how she handles school settings in fantasy. Learning and training is so mundane. All of her heroines have to work hard and put in extra hours of study in order to improve, much less keep up with their peers. It's so normal that it circles around to being weirdly refreshing.

Also, there is still no other fantasy author who handles period talk and birth control the way Pierce does. We make fun of the trope of fantasy birth control nowadays, but I rarely see it presented as it is here: as a part of normal puberty lessons and given long before sex is in the girl's radar. And even today with the glut of YA fantasy stories out there, I still have yet to see menstruation be portrayed as frequently or as bluntly as Pierce writes it.

There was a period of time publishers really tried to push the Tortall books as straight YA, which doesn't work for that reason alone. You gotta market them to middle schoolers. They're the ones just starting puberty talks, and getting scenes like this is so good for their brains.

Moving on: I fucking love these characters. Alanna was an icon of brash, temperamental heroines that have shaped my taste to this day. I love how even in the first book, Jon is kinda shitty. I adore George Cooper. Talk about a taste maker the way this man sets a standard.

I just can't be coherent when it comes to any Tortall books. I have no thoughts. Head empty. I am going to binge the rest of this series as quickly as I can before my library book comes in. Then normal book content will resume.

Before I go, I need to talk about the book covers.

Growing up, my sister and I had these covers:

Which, god. I love them. The black is striking. The art is incredible. Alanna looks so good. They were the perfect pocket-size too. I was going to buy the same edition for my copies, but instead I got the 40th anniversary reprints:

Not bad at all! These books have had some seriously bad covers, and these look great! Very anime, which will appeal to the 11 year olds who need to have their socks rocked by this series.

But, man. I really miss those black covers. One day I will splurge and buy a second set of them just so that I can stare at the art.

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altargarden · 4 days

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i feel like doing some free, quick and simple channellings. put your name OR an emoji in my inbox + a fun fact about you + who you want a message from and i'll draw two cards to give you a short message from them! open angels/demons/deities only, please. other entities and spirits i'm not experienced with, and thus won't be doing messages for them.

edit: you can also just leave an emoji/your name + a fun fact in my inbox if you want me to choose an angel/demon/deity for you!

additionally if you want to tip me for my service, you can here:

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beewitched-blr · 26 days

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Deity Reading for @luna57821

Deities who showed interest: 1. Caerus 2. Eleos 3. Hephaestus 4. Ma'at 5. Neith 6. Taweret 7. Themis

To begin a connection with Neith, you need a cleansing, so to speak, in your life. It’s important that you get rid of all toxicity in your life; whether that’s coming from others or your own mind. Try thinking a little more positively and work on changing your perspective regarding your path in life, especially your spiritual side. Be confident in this decision and take that leap. You will also have to do a lot of hard work for this connection, but it seems that you’ll be able to do so easily.

Neith warns that you may feel a little stuck at times so it’s crucial for you to take time to stop, reevaluate things, and move forward. Also, you may have to leave some things behind if you follow this path; this requires a lot of dedication. You also need to try to stop living in a negative headspace as you may become stuck in it. Start working on reclaiming and using your own voice. Be confident and unashamed within yourself. You have a lot of strength within you, find it and use it.

From a connection with Neith, you will manage to create a comfortable and self-assured air together. This relationship looks extremely positive for you, so I’d recommend following through with it if that’s what you want. There is a lot of emphasis on confidence and all-around happiness in your life. You’d gain a positive outlook and be exposed to multiple different opportunities in life. There will be a lot of skills that will be gained here that you wouldn’t expect. All of this will help you become a stronger and more assertive version of yourself.

To begin a connection with Ma’at, it’s important that you put in the dedication to your personal goals. A big focus here is wanting to see your determination and positive mind frame. Allow yourself to dream and allow yourself to work towards them because you will be surprised with what you can materialise for your own life. Ma’at wants to see you not only succeeding but being confident in doing so. Be that positive light in the world that you are and apply it to yourself. Take risks, try new things, and most importantly: trust your intuition.

Ma’at warns that you may face a lot of challenges when it comes to how much you take on at once. This could very easily lead to burnout on your end which is why you need to take a little step back and start making decisions. Try working on getting rid of this indecisiveness that seems to be surrounding you and work on making it out of that mind frame. There’s also a theme of resilience and overcoming your battles here. Ma’at thinks of this with confidence that you can do it, which is why it’s being pushed, so to speak.

From a connection with Ma’at, you may not get exactly what you’re looking for. It seems that there is a lot of emotional rollercoaster rides within this connection that whilst lead you into a good personal space, may be a lot to deal with. It is possible that this could take a toll on your mental health, so you need to be very careful and confident with your decision here. There is a whole lot of shadow work to be done during this time period, which can be a little daunting, but you must understand that it’s for good reasons and you will come out of it on top of it all.

To begin a connection with Eleos, you must first make sure that you are in a comfortable position personally. Confident and thought-out in your decision making for yourself. On the flip side of that, you also need to tackle this partnership straight on. This may not feel like the most natural connection for you at first, but you will surpass that stage if it is what you so choose. Follow your true desires and whilst you should work through any issues that arise, don’t focus on them for too long. Keep yourself on your toes at all times.

Eleos warns not to jump into anything without thinking it through first. This could lead you to some bad habits, negative places and overall poor environments. It’s highlighted that you should trust yourself but be careful not to blind yourself in the process! Be aware of the chain reaction that your actions and thoughts have. This will help you in not just avoiding bad scenarios but also making decisions that lead to positive outcomes. It’s also very important that you don’t rest on your laurels. Eleos makes it clear that you are better than that and you know it.

From a connection with Eleos, you will find yourself in a purposeful and secure place together. You will still have inner work to be done but will feel confident enough to tackle these things. There will be an elevation of self-worth for you that will lead to finding your true voice and finally feeling free and passionate to use it for goodness in your life. It seems there is also a point about positive direction in your life becoming clearer to you which will change how you live, for the better. It may be tricky at times, but the affect this connection will have on you in the long run is very positive.

To begin a connection with Themis, it’s important that you keep a positive mindset and outlook on current life events. You need to step into the role as the master of your words and realise how much good that could bring you. Allow yourself to be happy and carefree without feeling any sort of worries. It’s also very much suggested here that you celebrate friendships and those wonderful connections in your life along with your budding one with Themis. Surround yourself with good people and let love flow throughout your life in every aspect.

Themis warns not to become discouraged by the amount of time things may take to prosper in your life. You are not lesser than any of your peers or behind in any way and you need to know this. There is going to be a lot of long-term work within this connection that will be worth it, so patience is very much needed. Things may not come as easy as you’d like them to. Remember your inner-strength and mental fortitude; you hold so much power, start learning how to wield it for the better of everyone including yourself.

From a connection with Themis, you will gain so much happiness in your life. It will help you with your self-confidence a decent amount. There is a mentioning here of becoming more in touch with your deep feelings and needs to the point of even being given a new emotional outlet for you that will be wonderful. Also, it’s important to note that a connection here will give you a lot of positive guidance within your personal spiritual journey. Themis is happy to help walk with you on this path and go forward into the best situation for you spiritually and emotionally.

Notes: - Lots of major arcana drawn - Finding your truth - Reclaiming your voice - Love

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