Thursday, August 03, 2006
i'll take guidance where i can get it
I have a guilty little secret. Any time I'm facing some kind of turmoil in my life, I visit this website for a free online Tarot card reading. I don't generally put a lot of stock in this, but it does usually help me think through the situation at hand.
Tonight was no different. I had the website choose the deck and spread for me, then asked, "what should I do now?" Here's what it told me (emphases mine):
Now, I'm not reading into this, but I'd say this random internet script nailed how I see and feel about my current situation fairly accurately. I only hope that the unseen aspects of the object come to pass in as positive way as indicated in this silly little "reading".
Time will tell. Stupid time. Always takes too long.
Tonight was no different. I had the website choose the deck and spread for me, then asked, "what should I do now?" Here's what it told me (emphases mine):
The Fourfold Vision spread offers a progression of different ways of looking at an object, person, or situation. It is a powerful tool for gaining deeper insight into the specific subjects of other readings. The Ator Tarot is a smart and whimsical spin on Rider Waite symbolism. The clunky and adorable characters of the Ator Tarot make it the deck of choice for those seeking a refreshing approach to divination. ...
The significator, not shown is the card you have chosen to embody your presence and the focus of the reading.
Knight of Pentacles: The essence of earth behaving as fire, such as molten magma: One slow to action, but decisive and unrelenting once set in motion. A force of nature whose methods are as predictable and dependable as they are unstoppable. The voice of duty, honor, and responsibility. The will to the change the world, not through bold action, but through the thorough and unwavering application of proven means.
The card on the far right represents the object being viewed, be it an idea, relationship, or the self.
Ace of Swords: The seed of victory - perhaps as yet unseen. A challenge to be met and solved through the invocation of force. An opportunity to bring reason and intelligence to bear in the pursuit of justice and truth. An excessive power that must not be abused. May suggest new ideas or information that can reveal a solution to the problem at hand.
The card second from the right represents the physical vision: how the object is seen at a base or mechanical level.
The Empress, when reversed: Stifling matriarchal influence. Unhappiness, selfishness, poverty and disruption of the home or family. Indecision, paranoia, and jealous rage. Sterility.
The card in the middle represents the mental vision: the object personified and seen through a humanized perspective.
Two of Wands (Dominion), when reversed: The erosion of power and influence. Failing to articulate goals or establish a vision for the future. Being caught off guard, due to an inability to come to grips with the impact of past decisions. Obstinate and irresponsible leadership. Loss of interest, clarity, or faith in a venture.
The card second from the left represents the emotional vision: how passions and values are creatively stimulated by the mental vision.
Five of Pentacles (Worry): Hard times brought on by addiction, wasteful spending, ill health, or an outside event. Rejection, loneliness, and the need for comfort. May suggest unemployment, a catastrophe in personal finance, or a turn for the worse in business.
The card on the far left represents the fourfold or mystical vision: still viewing through the previous three, we now add a spiritual element, revealing unseen aspects of the object.
Three of Cups (Abundance): A time of merriment and reflection spent in the company of friends and loved ones. The conclusion of a matter in plenty and perfection. The strength of a diverse community being brought together. May suggest a celebration, festival, anniversary, wedding, baby shower, or other joyous gathering.
Now, I'm not reading into this, but I'd say this random internet script nailed how I see and feel about my current situation fairly accurately. I only hope that the unseen aspects of the object come to pass in as positive way as indicated in this silly little "reading".
Time will tell. Stupid time. Always takes too long.







