Tarot Card Of The Week: King of Pentacles Tarot Upright

King of Pentacles Tarot Card Meanings

King of Pentacles Keywords

UPRIGHT: Wealth, business, leadership, security, discipline, abundance.
REVERSED: Financially inept, obsessed with wealth and status, stubborn.

King of Pentacles Description

The King of Pentacles sits on a throne embellished with carvings of bulls, representing his connection to the astrological sign of Taurus, and grapes and vines adorn his robe, symbolizing wealth and abundance. In his right hand, he holds the sceptre of his power, and in his left, he holds a golden coin, symbolic of his material influence. This King has an innate ability to create material wealth and financial abundance – and better yet, he can sustain his wealth over time through self-discipline, control and leadership.

At his feet and around his throne are more vines, flowers and plants, representing the highest attainment of material success. His castle sits behind him, a symbol of all he has built through his efforts and determination. This King is therefore very serious about financial security and has made the accumulation of wealth his focus in life. He is proud of his achievements and likes to show others his prized possessions and wealth.

King of Pentacles Upright

The King of Pentacles represents material wealth, financial abundance, and worldly success. This King is a faithful provider; he uses his ambition and confidence to create wealth for himself and others and generates his self-worth from what he has accumulated and can share with others. He is also a fatherly figure who provides others with advice, guidance and wisdom, especially in financial and work-related matters.

When the King of Pentacles appears in a Tarot reading, you are confident and successful at attracting and managing wealth. Not only do you identify opportunities for growth and success, but you also draw upon your self-discipline and control to manage your wealth and invest it wisely for the long-term.

The arrival of the King of Pentacles indicates that you can translate your vision into something tangible, practical, and often very lucrative. You are the ultimate business owner. You do not merely come up with ideas and hope for the best – you work hard to map out your plan of attack, gather your resources and manifest your goals, often with tremendous success. You are like King Midas: everything you touch turns to gold. When you apply yourself to your vision, you create huge success, particularly on a financial level. Money flows easily and abundantly to you, and as you sit at the pinnacle of your economic power and influence, you can rest assured of your continued prosperity. You no longer struggle to achieve what you desire, like the Page and the Knight, nor do you have any need to prove yourself.

The King of Pentacles often indicates the final fulfillment of a creative task, a business venture or investment. Through diligence, responsibility and attention to detail, you have achieved great things and can finally say that you have completed your task or attained your goal. You can now enjoy all that you have accomplished and the successes you have created. You have created a rich life, not just financially but also spiritually, which will set you up well for the future.

The King of Pentacles knows that a methodical, planned and well-thought-out approach will lead you to success. You have experimented in the past with what works best and have landed on your own methods and practices you know will continue to work for you in the future. Continue down this path rather than trying new ways of doing things. You do not need to take any more risks.

King of Pentacles Reversed

The King of Pentacles reversed asks you to look at your relationship with money and wealth. On the one hand, you may not be managing your wealth well. You may attract large sums of money through your business enterprises or a high-flying career, but as soon as the cash hits your bank account, it’s on its way out again as you splurge on expensive items or invest in high-risk opportunities. You are not treating your money with respect, and instead, need to draw upon your self-discipline and control so you can save for your future while still enjoying the fruits of your labor.

On the other hand, you may be putting money before anything else, negatively impacting your relationships and well-being. You may be a workaholic, over-investing in wealth creation and neglecting your loved ones. You may do anything for an extra buck, even if it means selling your soul and your integrity. You may be so impressed by other people’s status and social position that you kowtow to anyone ‘above’ you while dismissing anyone ‘below’ you. You might continuously name-drop and try to prove yourself by bragging about the people you know. If this resonates, step back for a moment and look at the greater impact of your obsession with money. Is it serving you in this state, or do you need to change?

At times, the reversed King of Pentacles represents someone who is very stubborn and rigid in his approach. When this King shows up in a reading, look at your life. Are you feeling ‘stuck in a rut’? Has life become so predictable and routine that it is completely dull and lifeless? Being grounded is a good thing, but give yourself permission every now and then to break free and do something different. You don’t have to be so serious all of the time.

The January 2023 new moon in Aquarius is a breath of fresh air. After the cardinal earth of Capricorn season we are back in the water bearing arms of Aquarius and though the feeling is more air hug than warm embrace, Aquarius brings with it the gift of objectivity.  Add to the mix that this new moon is in the first degree of Aquarius, signifying a bold, beautiful beginning. If the new year has felt more like familiar drudgery than a fresh start, the energy of Aquarius should serve to enliven and alleviate.

Mars, planet of will and Mercury, planet of communication are both stationing direct by the time this new moon rolls around but we are still in the shadow periods of those respective retrogrades, signaling a time to take stock, zoom out and plot course. These retrograde shadows find commonality with the new moon which is itself a time of darkness, a pitch back to black and a blank slate before becoming. We’re rising up out of the underworld folks but it’s a slow dance towards the light, move with purpose and patience.

Read on to see how the January 2023 new moon in Aquarius will affect your zodiac sign and be sure to read for both your sun and rising signs.

ARIES (March 21 – April 19)

You are the flame during this new moon Aries and friends will flock like moths to be near your singular brand of fire. Do not dim or engulf but try instead to be your truest self and see who steps closer. These are your people.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20)

When it comes to career Taurus, it ain’t all about getting rich but feeling enriched. You are never at a lack for drive but at times you forget to raise your head up from your work to think about what it’s all for. Gains be damned, if you aren’t evolving you aren’t advancing.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)

Mind expansion is on the forefront for you, Gemini. Make a mood board of places you’d like to go, skills you’d like to sharpen, people you want to learn from and ways you want to feel. Add to it, stick to it and gag order anything that says you can’t do it.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22)

This new moon sees you searching the shadow realm of your eighth house of sex, death and regeneration Cancer. Sometimes what scares you the most is your own needing but this new moon if you can own it and name it you are capable of taking control of it.

LEO (July 23 – August 22)

This new moon is all about new partnerships for you, Leo. When the sky goes dark you are given the chance to dream up the kind of mate you need but have yet to meet. Be specific, be greedy, be wildly optimistic but above all be open to the possibility that you just might get and wholly deserve everything you ask for.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)

Habit and habitat share the same root, Virgo and never is the relationship between the two more pronounced than in the daily rituals you cast and routines you complete. If you don’t like what your life looks like, consider cleaning house and amending habit to make room for a new kind of nesting.

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)

Attention Libra, your inner child is standing at the ready with skinned knees, open eyes and a fist full of sidewalk chalk. During the darkness of this new moon you have the opportunity, neigh, the obligation to create something out of, and ulitimately for, the kid that you were.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)

What is home to you, Scorpio? Where do you feel it, how do you make it and how do you separate comfort from containment? Heady themes on the tail, or bedrock of an already trying few months but remember that it’s never too late to take yourself down to the studs, make room for skylight or two or build an entirely new addition.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)

Communication is not simply about trading words, Sagittarius. If you’re brave enough, exchange can be exalted to communion. Let what you say pave the way to being seen and what you don’t say stand as an invitation to another person’s strangeness.

CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)

You bear the mark of the eternal hustler, Capricorn always with an eye cast on what you could be doing and the money you could be making. This new moon calls you to evaluate not only how you hustle but how hard and to what end? Close the gap between what you do and what you love.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)

You are a strange and wonderful thing Aquarius and when you choose to conform or conceal yourself you do the world a disservice. Now more than ever we need your weird A transformation is nigh and its begging you to become less fearful and more freak forward, your first step gives the rest of us permission to follow suit.

PISCES (February 19 – March 20)

Take to your bed Pisces. The new moon is activating your twelfth house of the unconscious mind. What habits and harmful narratives have you adopted or more than likely, absorbed from others? A little imposed isolation, lucid dreaming, a good psychic scrubbing and mental decluttering will get you right and ready for the year ahead.

The January 2023 new moon in Aquarius is a breath of fresh air. After the cardinal earth of Capricorn season we are back in the water bearing arms of Aquarius and though the feeling is more air hug than warm embrace, Aquarius brings with it the gift of objectivity.  Add to the mix that this new moon is in the first degree of Aquarius, signifying a bold, beautiful beginning. If the new year has felt more like familiar drudgery than a fresh start, the energy of Aquarius should serve to enliven and alleviate.

Mars, planet of will and Mercury, planet of communication are both stationing direct by the time this new moon rolls around but we are still in the shadow periods of those respective retrogrades, signaling a time to take stock, zoom out and plot course. These retrograde shadows find commonality with the new moon which is itself a time of darkness, a pitch back to black and a blank slate before becoming. We’re rising up out of the underworld folks but it’s a slow dance towards the light, move with purpose and patience.

Read on to see how the January 2023 new moon in Aquarius will affect your zodiac sign and be sure to read for both your sun and rising signs.

ARIES (March 21 – April 19)

You are the flame during this new moon Aries and friends will flock like moths to be near your singular brand of fire. Do not dim or engulf but try instead to be your truest self and see who steps closer. These are your people.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20)

When it comes to career Taurus, it ain’t all about getting rich but feeling enriched. You are never at a lack for drive but at times you forget to raise your head up from your work to think about what it’s all for. Gains be damned, if you aren’t evolving you aren’t advancing.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)

Mind expansion is on the forefront for you, Gemini. Make a mood board of places you’d like to go, skills you’d like to sharpen, people you want to learn from and ways you want to feel. Add to it, stick to it and gag order anything that says you can’t do it.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22)

This new moon sees you searching the shadow realm of your eighth house of sex, death and regeneration Cancer. Sometimes what scares you the most is your own needing but this new moon if you can own it and name it you are capable of taking control of it.

LEO (July 23 – August 22)

This new moon is all about new partnerships for you, Leo. When the sky goes dark you are given the chance to dream up the kind of mate you need but have yet to meet. Be specific, be greedy, be wildly optimistic but above all be open to the possibility that you just might get and wholly deserve everything you ask for.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)

Habit and habitat share the same root, Virgo and never is the relationship between the two more pronounced than in the daily rituals you cast and routines you complete. If you don’t like what your life looks like, consider cleaning house and amending habit to make room for a new kind of nesting.

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)

Attention Libra, your inner child is standing at the ready with skinned knees, open eyes and a fist full of sidewalk chalk. During the darkness of this new moon you have the opportunity, neigh, the obligation to create something out of, and ulitimately for, the kid that you were.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)

What is home to you, Scorpio? Where do you feel it, how do you make it and how do you separate comfort from containment? Heady themes on the tail, or bedrock of an already trying few months but remember that it’s never too late to take yourself down to the studs, make room for skylight or two or build an entirely new addition.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)

Communication is not simply about trading words, Sagittarius. If you’re brave enough, exchange can be exalted to communion. Let what you say pave the way to being seen and what you don’t say stand as an invitation to another person’s strangeness.

CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)

You bear the mark of the eternal hustler, Capricorn always with an eye cast on what you could be doing and the money you could be making. This new moon calls you to evaluate not only how you hustle but how hard and to what end? Close the gap between what you do and what you love.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)

You are a strange and wonderful thing Aquarius and when you choose to conform or conceal yourself you do the world a disservice. Now more than ever we need your weird A transformation is nigh and its begging you to become less fearful and more freak forward, your first step gives the rest of us permission to follow suit.

PISCES (February 19 – March 20)

Take to your bed Pisces. The new moon is activating your twelfth house of the unconscious mind. What habits and harmful narratives have you adopted or more than likely, absorbed from others? A little imposed isolation, lucid dreaming, a good psychic scrubbing and mental decluttering will get you right and ready for the year ahead.

See Theressa Johnson, for Psychic Readings at Flicker Gifts & Inspirations, 141 Buffalo St. Suite 18, Hamburg, NY. I will be doing readings including past life readings Saturday January 21 (2-6).  Call (716) 649-4629) for an appointment.   

It’s almost the end of 2022.  (Whew WHAT a ride) !  We’ve gone through blood moons, solar eclipses, blizzards, emotional breakups and more!  Karma much?

AND HAPPY NEW MOON ! The January 2023 new moon in Aquarius is a breath of fresh air. After the cardinal earth of Capricorn season we are back in the water bearing arms of Aquarius and though the feeling is more air hug than warm embrace, Aquarius brings with it the gift of objectivity.  Add to the mix that this new moon is in the first degree of Aquarius, signifying a bold, beautiful beginning. If the new year has felt more like familiar drudgery than a fresh start, the energy of Aquarius should serve to enliven and alleviate.

A psychic reading may help to clarify some decisions or relationships in your life. Information from your past life may show up to help with the challenge of your present life relationships, decisions and friendships. A Mediumship reading will allow for healing and closure. Sometime the cycle repeats until the lesson is learned. Let me help you with your decision making and /or contact with loved ones who have passed on the other side.

See Theressa Johnson, for Psychic Readings at Flicker Gifts & Inspirations, 141 Buffalo St. Suite 18, Hamburg, NY. I will be doing readings including past life readings Saturday January 21 (2-6).  Call (716) 649-4629) for an appointment.   

It’s almost the end of 2022.  (Whew WHAT a ride) !  We’ve gone through blood moons, solar eclipses, blizzards, emotional breakups and more!  Karma much?

AND HAPPY NEW MOON ! The January 2023 new moon in Aquarius is a breath of fresh air. After the cardinal earth of Capricorn season we are back in the water bearing arms of Aquarius and though the feeling is more air hug than warm embrace, Aquarius brings with it the gift of objectivity.  Add to the mix that this new moon is in the first degree of Aquarius, signifying a bold, beautiful beginning. If the new year has felt more like familiar drudgery than a fresh start, the energy of Aquarius should serve to enliven and alleviate.

A psychic reading may help to clarify some decisions or relationships in your life. Information from your past life may show up to help with the challenge of your present life relationships, decisions and friendships. A Mediumship reading will allow for healing and closure. Sometime the cycle repeats until the lesson is learned. Let me help you with your decision making and /or contact with loved ones who have passed on the other side.

On Dec. 29, Mercury went retrograde for the fourth and final time in 2022. During this stretch, which ends on Jan. 18, 2023, you may hear all sorts of things being blamed on the planet of communication’s retrograde period, from technology mishaps to misunderstandings with friends and loved ones.

The fourth and final Mercury retrograde of last year — the one that has carried us over and into 2023 — finally comes to an end on January 18. Now that the Planet of Communication is direct, we can really start 2023 with a bang. For those who have given up on resolutions already or felt like the first half of January was a little off, now’s your chance for astrological redemption.

Although Mercury may be direct, the planet is now in its post-retrograde shadow until February 7. “The retroshade phase gives us a tendency to experience situations for a third time, allowing us a moment of reflection.  We’ll begin to understand and process everything that has been going on since the pre-retrograde phase. “Exes, drama, travel issues, and miscommunications can still come to fruition now, which is why it’s important to make sure you’re being heard clearly and listen to what other people say with open ears. Meaning, while we may have found the right path, we’re not quite out of the woods yet.

This new astrological moment will have us taking back control and focusing on our priorities. “You will feel driven and motivated to clear the air between you and your loved ones, friends, colleagues, or bosses. “Gaining clarity and direction is now easier, and your goals and objectives are more tangible. On top of that, this transition inspires you to start fresh and let go of what was holding you back so you can become the best version of yourself in the new year.” Although this “new year, new me” energy is behind schedule, that doesn’t mean we can’t harness it and move forward with ease into the remaining year. Think of this as a powerful, albeit late, start to 2023.

Because this past retrograde happened in ambitious Capricorn, Mercury’s backwards dance had us asking questions about our profession and ambitions, including, Is our career aligned with our true path? Are we working just to survive without any real direction? Do we truly believe in what we do. “While Capricorn energy is about vocation, it’s also about our life’s purpose,”. “It’s a sign that doesn’t mess around, and having Mercury retrograde here always generates big questions as well as big lessons.”

Mercury getting back to normal isn’t the only great news in the sky — four days after Mercury goes direct Uranus follows, meaning that zero planets will be retrograde planets until April 20. “This is an occurrence that only happens once a year, when we tend to see fewer obstacles and delays along our path. “From this moment on, we can pull all of our learnings not only from Mercury retrograde but also from Mars retrograde. This will see many of us make considerable changes in the realm of career.”

She points out that the sun will also have its annual conjunction with Pluto, the Planet of Power and Transformation, in the last degrees of Capricorn. “We can now see the path towards the manifestation of our goals, and by all means, we should push forward, as nothing can stop us now. “This is a time to leave the past behind and make brave, bold moves that will have a long-term effect.”

Although this advice is geared more towards the end of 2023, it holds relevancy all year round and can be followed regardless of what astrological happenings are going on in the sky. Do your best — as long as you try, how can you fail?

See Theressa Johnson, for Somewhere In Time Movie Nite and Psychic Readings at Flicker Gifts & Inspirations, 141 Buffalo St. Suite 18, Hamburg, NY. Call (716) 649-4629) for an appointment. I will be doing readings including past life readings (Friday January 20) 3-6 pm before the movie and Saturday January 21 (2-6).

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It’s almost the end of 2022. (Whew WHAT a ride) ! We’ve gone through blood moons, solar eclipses, blizzards, emotional breakups and more! Karma much?

A psychic reading may help to clarify some decisions or relationships in your life. Information from your past life may show up to help with the challenge of your present life relationships, decisions and friendships. A Mediumship reading will allow for healing and closure. Sometime the cycle repeats until the lesson is learned. Let me help you with your decision making and /or contact with loved ones who have passed on the other side.

STRENGTH REVERSED:

Our card for this week is Strength Reversed.

Are you feeling depleted right now? When the Strength card appears Reversed, it’s time to tune into your current levels of inner strength, confidence, and self-belief.

Are you overflowing, or depleted? Think about how you can bring these aspects of yourself back into balance.

Recently you may have experienced a setback. This can have you feeling vulnerable and lacking in self-confidence. Know that your core strength will always be with you. Now is a good time as any to reconnect with this power.

In fact, you may hold more strength and resilience than you’re giving yourself credit for. Be kind to yourself.

Reinvigorate your self-esteem. Collect evidence from your past that proves you have what it takes to succeed and overcome these temporary challenges.

Also, be mindful of explosive behavior. Find healthy ways to channel your raw emotions, so that you aren’t harming yourself or others.
Ask your Tarot cards: How can I replenish my strength?

Strength Upright

The Strength card represents strength, determination, and power – like The Chariot. However, while The Chariot signifies outer strength and will, the Strength card speaks to the inner strength and the human spirit’s ability to overcome any obstacle. Strength is about knowing you can endure life’s obstacles. You have great stamina and persistence, balanced with underlying patience and inner calm. You are committed to what you need to do, and you go about it in a way that shows your composure and maturity.

When the Strength Tarot card appears in a reading, you are fueled by your inner strength, personal power, strong will and determination. You do not rule by trying to control others; you quietly influence and persuade. Others may underestimate your power because it is so ‘invisible’ – but you should see that as an advantage. You can control a situation without excessive, outward force. No one knows it’s you calling the shots.

Your strength gives you the confidence to overcome any growing fears, challenges or doubts. Feel the fear and do it anyway! If you have been going through a rough time and are burnt out or stressed, the Strength card encourages you to find the power within yourself to persevere. You have got what it takes to see this situation through to its eventual end. You’re a loyal friend and a solid supporter, willing to step up and be present when others are in need, and you might also feel compelled to hold space for someone who needs your strength and support.

The Strength card urges you to ‘tame’ your animal instincts, gut reactions, and raw emotions, and channel these initial responses constructively. It’s normal for feelings such as anger, rage, sadness, guilt or shame to arise in certain situations. However, it’s what you do with these emotions that makes all the difference. Now is a time when you need to be conscious of your instinctual urges and bring them into balance with the greater good. This is no time to act out in rage or hatred. Approach your situation from a place of forgiveness, love and compassion. Working with a therapist may also help you create coping strategies for what comes up.

Strength Reversed

When Strength Reversed appears in a Tarot reading, tune in to your current levels of inner strength, confidence and self-belief. Are you overflowing with self-confidence, or are you depleted? And how can you bring these aspects back into balance?

If you have recently experienced a setback, you may be vulnerable and lacking in self-confidence. Know that your core strength will always be with you and now is as good a time as any to reconnect with this power. In fact, you may hold more strength and resilience than you give yourself credit for – so, be kind to yourself. You can also reinvigorate your self-assurance and self-esteem by collecting evidence from your past that proves you have what it takes to succeed and overcome these temporary challenges.

Check in on your energy levels right now. You may be sluggish, particularly if you have been dedicating yourself to serving others or have been pushing hard to achieve a goal. Strength Reversed is your invitation to take stock and restore your energy levels by resting and withdrawing for a temporary period. It’s vital that you take care of yourself so you can take care of others.

In its shadow form, Strength Reversed can signal that you are prone to explosive behavior, lashing out at others and becoming aggressive. You may act without thinking and end up doing something you regret later. The key is not to repress the raw emotion, but to learn how to channel it so it won’t harm others or yourself. Seek a professional to help you better deal with these emotions.

TAROT CARD OF THE WEEK: Judgement

Judgement speaks to you at a time in your life where you are assessing your past, evaluating your present and considering your future.

You may be inclined to look back at the path you’ve traveled and to ask yourself, “Is this what I am called to do? Am I living in alignment with my true purpose?” If the answer is “Yes,” then you’ll find yourself moving towards the energy of the World, full of accomplishment and completion, and ready to embrace the new cycle that awaits with the Fool.

But if the answer is “No” or “I’m not sure,” then you may want to spend the coming week contemplating what your true calling really is. Pay attention to the Universals signs that are showing you the way, just like the angel calls the people in this card. The answers are there, but you need to be open to receiving them.

Ask your Tarot cards: What is calling you right now?

Judgement Upright

The Judgement card is calling you to rise up and embrace a higher level of consciousness for the service of your Highest Good. You are experiencing a spiritual awakening and realizing that you are destined for so much more. This is your cosmic up-leveling! You hear the call and are ready to act. Tune in to a higher frequency. Let go of your old self and step into this newest version of who you really are.

The Judgement card often indicates that you need to make a life-changing decision, but unlike those associated with the logical Justice card, this decision requires a blend of intuition and intellect. You may be at a crossroads, aware that any choice you make will bring a significant change with long-lasting effects. Tune in to your Higher Self, trust your Judgement and know you are on the right path. If you still need clarity on the situation, look to your past and life lessons to guide you.

Judgement pops up in a Tarot reading when you are close to reaching a significant stage in your journey. You have reviewed and evaluated your past experiences and have learned from them. All the pieces of the puzzle of your life are finally coming together to form one, unified picture of your life story. This integration has healed deep wounds, and you are now able to put the past behind you. You have found your absolution, having cleared any wrongdoings or regrets, and releasing any guilt or sadness about the past. This purging process will leave you refreshed and ready to take on any new challenges.

The Judgement card suggests that you may find comfort in sharing your struggles with others within a group environment. There will be others who have experienced something similar and who can show you the way to freedom from your troubles. Let them guide you and help you – rise together.

Judgement Reversed

Judgement Reversed calls for a period of reflection and self-evaluation. Through meditation or quiet contemplation, you may arrive at a deep understanding of the universal themes weaving throughout your life and what you can do or change to avoid these situations. You may have kept them secret or hidden because you fear how others may judge you. To clear these past mistakes and regrets, and any associated guilt or shame, work on your self-forgiveness, self-acceptance, self-love, and release and freedom.

The Judgement Reversed often appears when the Universe is trying to send you a message and invite you to something bigger, but you’re not listening. Maybe you’re afraid of the sacrifice you will need to make to heed the call, or you’re worried you are not ready to step into a more prominent role and just want to play it safe. You are doing your best to pretend you didn’t receive it and are carrying on with your daily life, hoping it will go away. But let’s be honest – the ‘call’ never goes away; it just gets louder and louder until you pay attention. It’s time to push past your inner fears and self-doubt, and trust that the Universe has your back. This is happening for a reason.

Sometimes, Judgement Reversed indicates your inner critic is coming through, loud and clear. You may doubt yourself or tell yourself negative messages. This is impeding you being able to fulfill your highest potential and be your best self. To overcome your inner critic, see it as a separate part of yourself (give it a name), hear it out and acknowledge its fear, and offer assurances that everything will be just fine. With focused discipline, you can break the cycle of self-criticism and replace it with more positive messages of what is possible.

TAROT CARD OF THE WEEK: Judgement

Judgement speaks to you at a time in your life where you are assessing your past, evaluating your present and considering your future.

You may be inclined to look back at the path you’ve traveled and to ask yourself, “Is this what I am called to do? Am I living in alignment with my true purpose?” If the answer is “Yes,” then you’ll find yourself moving towards the energy of the World, full of accomplishment and completion, and ready to embrace the new cycle that awaits with the Fool.

But if the answer is “No” or “I’m not sure,” then you may want to spend the coming week contemplating what your true calling really is. Pay attention to the Universals signs that are showing you the way, just like the angel calls the people in this card. The answers are there, but you need to be open to receiving them.

Ask your Tarot cards: What is calling you right now?

Judgement Upright

The Judgement card is calling you to rise up and embrace a higher level of consciousness for the service of your Highest Good. You are experiencing a spiritual awakening and realizing that you are destined for so much more. This is your cosmic up-leveling! You hear the call and are ready to act. Tune in to a higher frequency. Let go of your old self and step into this newest version of who you really are.

The Judgement card often indicates that you need to make a life-changing decision, but unlike those associated with the logical Justice card, this decision requires a blend of intuition and intellect. You may be at a crossroads, aware that any choice you make will bring a significant change with long-lasting effects. Tune in to your Higher Self, trust your Judgement and know you are on the right path. If you still need clarity on the situation, look to your past and life lessons to guide you.

Judgement pops up in a Tarot reading when you are close to reaching a significant stage in your journey. You have reviewed and evaluated your past experiences and have learned from them. All the pieces of the puzzle of your life are finally coming together to form one, unified picture of your life story. This integration has healed deep wounds, and you are now able to put the past behind you. You have found your absolution, having cleared any wrongdoings or regrets, and releasing any guilt or sadness about the past. This purging process will leave you refreshed and ready to take on any new challenges.

The Judgement card suggests that you may find comfort in sharing your struggles with others within a group environment. There will be others who have experienced something similar and who can show you the way to freedom from your troubles. Let them guide you and help you – rise together.

Judgement Reversed

Judgement Reversed calls for a period of reflection and self-evaluation. Through meditation or quiet contemplation, you may arrive at a deep understanding of the universal themes weaving throughout your life and what you can do or change to avoid these situations. You may have kept them secret or hidden because you fear how others may judge you. To clear these past mistakes and regrets, and any associated guilt or shame, work on your self-forgiveness, self-acceptance, self-love, and release and freedom.

The Judgement Reversed often appears when the Universe is trying to send you a message and invite you to something bigger, but you’re not listening. Maybe you’re afraid of the sacrifice you will need to make to heed the call, or you’re worried you are not ready to step into a more prominent role and just want to play it safe. You are doing your best to pretend you didn’t receive it and are carrying on with your daily life, hoping it will go away. But let’s be honest – the ‘call’ never goes away; it just gets louder and louder until you pay attention. It’s time to push past your inner fears and self-doubt, and trust that the Universe has your back. This is happening for a reason.

Sometimes, Judgement Reversed indicates your inner critic is coming through, loud and clear. You may doubt yourself or tell yourself negative messages. This is impeding you being able to fulfill your highest potential and be your best self. To overcome your inner critic, see it as a separate part of yourself (give it a name), hear it out and acknowledge its fear, and offer assurances that everything will be just fine. With focused discipline, you can break the cycle of self-criticism and replace it with more positive messages of what is possible.