You don’t need to know the difference between a three-card and a Celtic cross spread to get the most out of a tarot card reading. All you need: your Sun sign! Here’s what I do: Shuffle my tarot deck and pull out the cards in order from Aries to Pisces, plus one general card for everyone so that you can get specific advice around your personality. Let’s go!
A GENERAL CARD FOR EVERYONE: FIVE OF PENTACLES
Whatever you’re going through, you don’t have to endure it alone. There are people with similar experiences who can support you, there are people who care about you and want to help, and there are authoritative sources of advice or guidance. So don’t be alone! The Five of Pentacles reminds us all to seek help and support when we need it, AND to offer our help and support to those in our circle (and beyond). This too shall pass.
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ARIES: TWO OF SWORDS
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Tick tock, Aries! The Two of Swords has had enough of your procrastination. It sweeps in to cut to the chase and force a choice. It doesn’t even matter if it’s the wrong choice. It truly doesn’t. You will find out soon enough, and then you can just make a new choice. What matters is progress, momentum, movement, action. You have been static for too long, and it’s time to get going.
TAURUS: QUEEN OF SWORDS
Control is your catnip. You are a dom in all areas of life! This week is a case in point. The Queen of Swords sees you exercising full and effective control over your world. You’re making big decisions, taking the lead on difficult projects, and putting your agenda first. It’s positive to take responsibility for making your life a success. Fly solo. Be selfish. Enjoy putting your own needs first.
GEMINI: SEVEN OF WANDS
You have a naturally anxious nature and often doubt yourself, despite your natural brilliance and talent. Gemini, I am here to reassure you that you are going to win whatever it is you’re competing for right now. The Universe is backing you. Play hard, play fair, and play your own game. The Seven of Wands nudges you to stand tall and proud as you take your best shot. Your rivals don’t know who they’re dealing with (but they will soon).
CANCER: KNIGHT OF WANDS
You can be a person of extremes. The Moon rules your moods and this makes you fluid and unpredictable. This week, the Knight of Wands has you feeling energetic, adventurous, spontaneous, and maybe a tad wild. Romance, travel, parties, and celebrations are all in the cards. Sounds like fun! Enjoy this mood, Cancer. It will soon be replaced by a new one.
LEO: SEVEN OF PENTACLES
You use your gut instincts to make most of your big life choices—and that’s good, because you have great instincts. The Seven of Pentacles plants a doubt in your gut: Maybe what you’re currently working on isn’t quite the right thing for you? Don’t suppress this feeling. Look at it more closely. It doesn’t mean you have to cancel or stop everything. It might just mean a few tweaks and adjustments. Why not pause to figure out how you can fulfill your potential? You will be glad you did.
VIRGO: FIVE OF SWORDS
Maybe you do know best, and maybe they’re all wrong. The Five of Swords has you at odds with others. You’re feeling like you need to fight back because they’re not listening. Virgo, step back. You can’t force them to do what you think is right. In fact, you will just exhaust and stress yourself trying. Detach and let it be. Detach and let them follow the path they’re following. Go and do something else. Let it blow up if it’s going to blow up. There’s no winning here.
LIBRA: PAGE OF PENTACLES
You’re all about education right now, Libra. You are in the mood for learning, even though it’s summer and everyone else seems to be relaxing. The Page of Pentacles sees you considering what skills, knowledge, or practical experience could help you get ahead. You don’t know until you know, right? Look around, research your options, and seek out advice. Whatever skill you decide to learn will make a difference in your life.
SCORPIO: TEMPERANCE
Deep breaths, Scorpio. It’s been a wild ride recently and you need to breathe, recalibrate, and adjust. Temperance shows this is an internal process. The external changes have already happened, and you’re dealing with them. But your feelings and beliefs need to catch up. You need to find your feet and get used to the new normal. It just takes time. Be patient: No pressure, no perfectionism. Take it easy and take it all in.
SAGITTARIUS: THE HERMIT
Solo projects aren’t your favorite. You feed off others’ energy and enjoy collaboration. But the Hermit tells you that it’s time for solo projects—at least for this week. So carve out some alone time, shut out distraction, and get your focus on the task in front of you. This is about enlightenment. The Hermit is a truth- and knowledge-seeker, an analyst, a researcher, a wise sage. This is your mode this week. Get to the heart of things. Bring your philosophical side out.
CAPRICORN: QUEEN OF CUPS
Everything feels soft, loving, compassionate, and emotional this week. Your feelings are leading you, and that’s okay! I know you’re usually more hard-headed and rational, but you’re a whole person, made up of more than just logic and intellect. Enjoy connecting with your emotions, feelings, desires, and relationships. The Queen of Cups has holistic insights to share which will resonate with your head AND your heart. Recognize that you might feel these things before you truly know them. Get used to this more intuitive way of thinking. It’s powerful.
AQUARIUS: THE HANGED MAN
Your mind is sharp and fluid. You can think slow and deep as well as fast and wide. Use all of your mental contradictions and go on an intellectual expedition into the unknown. The Hanged Man wants you away from your usual neural pathways and comfort zones. Think differently and look at things from another angle. Look at this as a research project and enjoy the process. Massive insights are incoming!
PISCES: FOUR OF CUPS
Everything feels a bit like Groundhog Day right now, and you’re tired of feeling tired a. The Four of Cups indicates a sad, but fast-moving mood—so don’t overthink it. I know, you want your energy back! Okay, here’s what to do: Focus on things close to you, the things you take for granted. Write out what you’re grateful for. Appreciate your talents, strengths, experience, and lessons. Say “thank you” to people in your life. Notice the little things. Gradually refocus your gaze back to the here and now and notice the good stuff. Soon, this mood will lift.
