The Favored One

31. I wish to look upon my world with a new perspective, and feel a greater sense of connectivity. In order to make this my reality, where must I focus my energy?

The Magus, Queen of Swords, 3 of Wands

Yes, this is the perfect time for a new perspective! You will easily accomplish this new beginning.  You should rely on your rationality and intellect to gain the insights that you need for this.  You can channel your innate energy to connect with your world on a deeper level, but you will need to be well prepared before attempting to do so.

30. In what ways can I best inspire others around me?

8 of Disks (Pentacles), 4 of Wands, 4 of Swords

Jumped – The Sun, 2 of Wands

You are full of wisdom and creativity and by sharing that, you will inspire others.  While you are geared towards work independently, you can still be an important addition to a community if you choose to be.  Remember through all of this to take time for yourself, to rest and recuperate.  

You have a large amount of creative energy that is ready to be channeled.  Discovering how to access and share it with those around you will bring you great happiness. Your success and happiness with your own life and relationships also inspires those around you.

I just wanted to note that my tarot cards are oversized – I learned to shuffle them properly years ago (it’s easier than you think) and I almost never have cards jump out when I’m shuffling.  So having two cards jump out at the same time was kind of a big deal.

29. What should I look for in order to connect better with other people?

Temperance, 3 of Swords, The High Priestess

If you truly want to connect with others, you must strive for balance and moderation in yourself.  Extreme and high emotions will work against your goal.  Be warned, this path often leads you to rejection and sorrow, as you have difficulties with the patience and moderation needed to connect well with other people.  You should look within yourself for the truth of why you both avoid and desire a connection with others.  

28. The veil is thinning this time of the year, what message do my spirit guides have for me?

2 of Disks (Pentacles), The Devil, The Heirophant

You need to prepare yourself now for a change that is on the horizon.  You need to focus on sharpening your skills of adapting and balancing in trying times, as you will need them.  A confrontation will test your courage, but the negative situation can be transformed into positive energy if you are prepared for it.  Watch for a teacher to enter your life, to help guide you on your path.  Their advice and understanding will be invaluable to you during this time.

27. What ignites my desire to look beyond that which my eyes allow me to see?

Queen of Swords, Knight of Swords, The Empress

You are very rational and perceptive, but you have always had an air of independence surrounding your beliefs.  Your passion and abstract thought process have allowed you to realize that there is far more to the world than your eyes will allow you to experience.  Your nurturing and tender nature has made you receptive to those things in the universe that are not obvious to the casual observer.

26. My shadow self is an extension of my inner layers; how can I begin to peel through to reveal the source of my pain?

2 of Disks (Pentacles), Ace of Swords, Ace of Disks (Pentacles)

You need to strive for balance and work to adapt to changes that come your way.  A clear head will help with this, so focus on those things which free your thoughts.  Be mindful of your priorities and do not overextend yourself.  This will give you the opportunity to examine your deeper layers and successfully deal with what you find there.

25. How do I feel about my image and how other people respond to it? In which ways am I setting examples for people to follow?

The Fool, 8 of Disks (Pentacles), The Magus

Have I mentioned that you are going through a new beginning?  Focus on developing and mastering skills that align with this new path.  Use your resourcefulness and innate power to manifest the things that you desire.  Be prepared for change in your life, but this change will almost certainly be positive.

So, sometimes my tarot refuses to answer the question I’ve asked and instead seems to just want to drive home a point.  I have no idea what to do when this happens, other than just let it do its thing.

24. As a being of peace, and serenity, I make the choice to know only love and light. How can I best maintain this outlook?

The Magus, The Fool, The Hermit

Maintain the course you are on.  Continue to manifest that which supports your new awareness.  You have embarked upon a new beginning, be sure that you have allowed the old situation to come to an end.  Do not continue to feed old ideas with your actions. Rely on on your higher self to guide you.  This may require you to isolate yourself to a degree – be discerning of the company that you keep.  Whatever you surround yourself with will eventually find a place in your soul – take care that you only allow positivity and light into your inner circle.