Today’s
card is the Two of Wands from the Original Rider Waite tarot. Although this
card has a lot of many meanings, varying from personal power to loneliness, today for me
it is all about not feeling quite right. At first glance there is nothing wrong with
this guy but since tarot is a mirror of the soul, I feel he is not happy with everything
he has accomplished so far and he doesn't fully appreciate everything he has. Somehow I get the feeling he takes it all for
granted. Of course he knows very well how
to reverse this feeling: practicing gratitude, meditating, exercising etc. But he is just not into it. So what to do
when I feel like this? I pulled the Seven of Cups and this card put a smile on my face.
Of course it is so easy: just let my mind roam free like and be in awe of all the dreams I encounter. One by one
they are ready to be manifested. (This is definitely a reoccurring theme in my daily draws.)
And admiring all these gorgeous cups, suddenly I feel so
happy, and grateful for the abundance I already have received. And for everything
what life has still in store for me.
Yes, feeling
not quite right is often a state of mind which can be turned around and it is
almost always a matter of choice
"The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide that you
are not going to stay where you are."
When I see 7 of cups it often signifies to me an almost bewildering array of choices. Which way to go? What to do next? If you're 'feeling not quite right' it's often difficult to choose, so I like your interpretation of these 'gorgeous Cups' as blessings already received! This quote from Carl Jung is one of my favourites and one I've found helpful many times, and hope you do too, Ellen:
ReplyDelete'If the path before you is clear, it is probably someone else's'.
Thanks Halcyon. Usually I see the Seven of Cups also as too many options to choose from and getting stuck in a fantasy world instead of making a choice. Today it was a welcome breath of fresh air for the stagnant energy of the two of wands. :)
DeleteThanks for the quote!
I see the Two of Wands as having the whole world of possibility in your hand, and about realizing your dreams. To me it's about having courage, faith and vision to realize your goals.
ReplyDeleteI have been so preoccupied with this lately, and I wanted to share this video with you Ellen. It is with Marie Forleo, and a Canadian, Todd Herman, who trains Olympic athletes, and everyday people. He explains feeling stuck, changing habits and the physiology of change. as opposed to the 'castles in the air' in the Seven of Cups. Todd Herman sure opened my eyes and what he says makes so much sense to me. It's what I have been looking for, for all of my life. Here's the link. I think you'll find it really helpful.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=CKLK04IU4Do
Thanks for sharing. It was really insightful Now we only need to shift from the Ow brain to the Wow brain:)
DeleteThe steps he talks about are small and doable. and certainly acceptable for the hungry hippo's
Thank you so much Catherine
Interesting interpretation of the Seven of Cups! Like Catherine, I often see the Two of Wands as full of potential, if you dare step outside of your safe little castle. And sometimes its okay to decide that you like where you are, and will just carry on with that. Still, I love that gratitude for all the abundance in your life, and the willingness to let your spirit roam and dream :D
ReplyDeleteThis interpretation was solely depending on my mood yesterday
DeleteUsually I see a lot more potential in the two of wands too.:D
Doing a daily draw of two cards is much more rewarding and insightful, it's like a title with a subtitle, more revealing.
ReplyDeleteI agree, but sometimes I want to be brief and concise.
DeleteEspecially when time to write ( and to translate) is hard to find. :)
"The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide that you are not going to stay where you are."
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely! Being willing to see possibilities instead of only closed doors can help motivate us to action. Hope you've chosen the right cup for you today!
Thanks Bev. I certainly feel a lot better today!
DeleteThere is always my cup of coffee in the morning:D
Oh, the realisation that you're better off than you thought, just by changing your mind set. Seen it a lot and I have been there too. Count your cups, but I also, I find this combination can also be about making a decision about what to do! :)
ReplyDeleteFinally I did get the message to do address this dream theme. And it was a lot of fun t
DeleteThanks for stopping by Louise