@ -43,29 +43,29 @@ Face the past and encounter your fortune. Console gives you a new
vantage point; a set of rituals and practices that help you cope and
care. Console asks everyday questions that give magical answers. Are you
ready to play?< / p >
< p > Ada, Saggitarius ♐︎, Aglaia, Aquarius ♒︎, Boyana, Gemini ♊︎, Cara,
Gemini ♊︎, Stephen, Aries ♈︎, Suzan, Scorpio ♏︎.< / p >
< p > Ada ♏︎, Aglaia ♒︎, Boyana ♊︎, Cara ♊︎, Stephen ♈︎, Suzan ♏︎.< / p >
< p > < br class = "page-break" > < / p >
< p > < br class = "page-break" > < / p >
< h3 id = "section" > ❤️< / h3 >
< h3 id = "this-publication-was-made-possible-thanks-to" > this publication
was made possible < / h3 >
< p > Lídia Pereira (ed.)< br / >
Artemis Gryllaki (ed.)< br / >
Manetta Berends< br / >
Joseph Knierzinger< br / >
Steve Rushton< br / >
Leslie Robbins< br / >
Michael Murtaugh< br / >
Sébastien Tien and the Page Not Found team< br / >
Anna M. Szaflarski< br / >
Paul DD Smith< br / >
Shana Moulton< br / >
Bérénice Serra< br / >
The Sun is its father< br / >
The Moon its mother< br / >
The Wind hath carried it in its belly< br / >
The Earth is its nurse< / p >
< p > Lídia Pereira ♈︎ (ed.)< br / >
Artemis Gryllaki ♐︎ (ed.)< br / >
Manetta Berends ♉︎< br / >
Joseph Knierzinger ♑︎< br / >
Steve Rushton ♑︎< br / >
Leslie Robbins ♉︎< br / >
Michael Murtaugh ♏︎< br / >
Sébastien Tien ♈︎< br / >
Eva Örk ♍︎< br / >
Ola Vasiljeva ♉︎< br / >
and everyone from Page Not Found ♒︎< br / >
Shana Moulton ♋︎< br / >
Rihanna ♓︎< br / >
The Sun is its father ☉< br / >
The Moon its mother ☽︎< br / >
The Wind hath carried it in its belly 🜁< br / >
The Earth is its nurse 🜃< / p >
< p > < br class = "page-break" > < / p >
< / section >
@ -526,11 +526,10 @@ cards and together we shall rejoice in having found out our Special
Issue’ < / p >
< div class = "full-image" >
< figure >
< img src = "ada_ritual.jpeg" class = "white-caption"
alt="Unfortunately, we were too distracted by our fortune to take a picture. Here is a stock image instead." />
< figcaption aria-hidden = "true" > Unfortunately, we were too distracted by
our fortune to take a picture. Here is a stock image
instead.< / figcaption >
< img src = "ada-ritual.jpg" class = "white-caption"
alt="The reading of this special issue." />
< figcaption aria-hidden = "true" > The reading of this special
issue.< / figcaption >
< / figure >
< / div >
< h3
@ -574,6 +573,10 @@ experiences of a recent global pandemic that had an effect on us all,
and we recreated the isolating experience of wearing glasses with a
mask. Finally, we wiped each others glasses back to clarity, from a
distance but somehow at the same time closer.< / p >
< figure >
< img src = "chae1.jpeg" alt = "Pointing becomes holding." / >
< figcaption aria-hidden = "true" > Pointing becomes holding.< / figcaption >
< / figure >
< div class = "full-image" >
< figure >
< img src = "chae3.jpg" class = "white-caption"
@ -593,7 +596,7 @@ fog.</figcaption>
< section id = "section-6" class = "section" >
< h1
id="click-click-the-clicking-game-a-matter-of-accumulation">click-click,
the clicking game — a matter of accumulation< / h1 >
the clicking game — a < / h1 >
< p > A couple of months ago, I didn’
When I played for the first time, I couldn’
intrigued enough to devote themselves to clicking, and I still struggle
@ -985,14 +988,14 @@ immersive learning environment.</p>
< p > After some quick research, we decided to couple Aquamarine and
Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) which we thought would fit nicely as a first
example of such a card.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > < / em > < / strong > It looks like water that
has been crystallised; stored energy; compression; solidified; put under
< p > < strong > Why Aquamarine?< / strong > It looks like water that has been
crystallised; stored energy; compression; solidified; put under
pressure, or exposed to a specific temperature so that it changes its
state (from liquid to solid).< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > < / em > < / strong > It is natural gas that has been
liquified; compressed; liquified; put under pressure, or exposed to a
specific temperature so it changes its state (from gas to liquid);
stores energy that can be channelled later.< / p >
< p > < strong > Why LNG?< / strong > It is natural gas that has been liquified;
compressed; liquified; put under pressure, or exposed to a specific
temperature so it changes its state (from gas to liquid); stores energy
that can be channelled later.< / p >
< figure >
< img src = "LNG-and-Aquamarine.jpg" alt = "LNG and Aquamarine" / >
< figcaption aria-hidden = "true" > LNG and Aquamarine< / figcaption >
@ -1914,6 +1917,14 @@ to specify the method that a player should use to “write”)</p></li>
< li > < p > At the end of the round, a small story will be created out of the
interpretations of each player.< / p > < / li >
< / ul >
< div class = "centered-image" >
< figure >
< img src = "fiction-friction.jpg"
alt="Example of the storytelling cards" />
< figcaption aria-hidden = "true" > Example of the storytelling
cards< / figcaption >
< / figure >
< / div >
< / section >
@ -2053,24 +2064,22 @@ about tarot or online.</p>
uncertainty.< / p >
< p > Coffee is brewing, waiting to be poured into the empty cup on the
counter. A spiritual guide sits patiently, urging you to begin while the
sun shines outside a closed window. On the side, enormous snowdrops have
blossomed, indicating the first tentative steps of spring. While the
Coffee is number 42, this card comes before the others. Like an
unhatched egg, it contains all the potential for the journey. The cup is
empty, but you are urged to pour it, to drink it and to be on the
journey. A spiritual guide urges you forward. Like the prophet Muhammad
who was given coffee(قهوة) by the Archangel Jibreel, you are urged to
begin. The Coffee upright in a reading tells you that now is the time to
be naive and courageous. Set on a new adventure and do not worry about
the consequences. It is time; the coffee is ready.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > If the Coffee appears reversed, it is a warning. The coffee will
spill, and it may burn you or others. Be careful not to disregard the
consequences of your actions. Your eagerness for freedom and new
beginnings may harm others or yourself. Now, you are being asked for
consistency and patience. There is a time to be brave and to set off on
new paths and a time to be reliable and patient. Wisdom lies in knowing
the difference.< / p >
sun shines outside. On the side, enormous snowdrops have blossomed,
indicating the first tentative steps of spring. While the Coffee is
number 42, this card comes before the others. Like an unhatched egg, it
contains all the potential for the journey. The cup is empty, but you
are urged to fill it, to drink it and to be on the journey. Like the
prophet Muhammad who was given coffee(قهوة) by the Archangel Jibreel,
you are urged to begin. The Coffee in a reading tells you that now is
the time to be naive and courageous. Set on a new adventure and do not
worry about the consequences. It is time; the coffee is ready.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > If the Coffee appears reversed,
it is a warning. The coffee will spill, and it may burn you or others.
Be careful not to disregard the consequences of your actions. Your
eagerness for freedom and new beginnings may harm others or yourself.
Now, you are being asked for consistency and patience. There is a time
to be brave and to set off on new paths and a time to be reliable and
patient. Wisdom lies in knowing the difference.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-two-spinsters-or-e-ddoie-zetelle" > ✳ 66. the two spinsters or
@ -2088,14 +2097,13 @@ moment when you may choose your path. You are now fully able to manifest
your desires. The Spinsters show you the power you hold and ask you for
intense concentration. There is power in your focus and dedication, now
is the time to channel all your resources to achieve what you wish.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > If the Spinsters have appeared reversed, it is a sign that you are
ignoring your powers. You no longer see two crone magicians who have
chosen the path of spiritual power but two unmarried older women. Do not
be fooled. The power is in your hands; your potential lays dormant
beneath your doubts and lack of self-esteem. Trust in your ability, and
trust the Spinsters to weave you back to an active role within your own
life.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > If the Spinsters have appeared
reversed, it is a sign that you are ignoring your powers. You no longer
see two crone magicians who have chosen the path of spiritual power but
two unmarried older women. Do not be fooled. The power is in your hands;
your potential lays dormant beneath your doubts and lack of self-esteem.
Trust in your ability, and trust the Spinsters to weave you back to an
active role within your own life.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > & virgo.< / p >
< h3 id = "the-bride-or-a-sposa" > ✳ 63. the bride or ’ < / h3 >
@ -2111,34 +2119,33 @@ representation of creative potential. The bride has little care for the
material because her powers lay in the true nature of emotion. Let your
intuition lead the way, quieten the chatter of the rational and
logical.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > If you are facing a reversed
when you ignore your gut. Perhaps you have allowed your thinking mind to
run loose; you have not been listening to your gut. You overvalue the
opinions of others or act too hastily. Whichever it is, it is time to be
still, reflect and meditate on your intuition.< br / >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> If you are facing a reversed
Bride, it is an invitation to examine when you ignore your gut. Perhaps
you have allowed your thinking mind to run loose; you have not been
listening to your gut. You overvalue the opinions of others or act too
hastily. Whichever it is, it is time to be still, reflect and meditate
on your intuition.< br / >
< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > & pisces.< / p >
< h3 id = "the-mother-or-a-mamma" > ✳ 52. the mother or ’ < / h3 >
< p > .keywords: maternal figure, familiar love, abundance, life force,
strong protection, dignity.< / p >
< p > The Mother sits on a throne in the middle of the river of life force.
A crown on her head, a sword in her hand. In this iconography, she is
Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and family. As such, she sits near a
pregnant cow and a peacock eating a pomegranate. Nature thrives around
her. She is the embodiment of femininity and the bringer of life and
growth. Her energy is both nurturing and fiercely protective. She
appears to indicate that she is looking after you and your growth. She
is abundant, and as such, so will your expression be, both creative and
sensual. Deep fulfilment awaits.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > The Mother has appeared reversed. Juno’
active than her nurturing side. Your search for protection is keeping
you from true love and joy. You were guarding yourself, and while you
were right to do so, now is the time to let your shield down. Your
emotional crops are thriving; you have put in the work. Let go of your
war; lean into joy and love.< / p >
< p > The Mother sits on a peacock throne in the middle of the river of
life force. A crown on her head, a sword in her hand. In this
iconography, she is Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and family. As
such, she sits near a pregnant cow and holds a pomegranate. Nature
thrives around her. She is the embodiment of femininity and the bringer
of life and growth. Her energy is both nurturing and fiercely
protective. She appears to indicate that she is looking after you and
your growth. She is abundant, and as such, so will your expression be,
both creative and sensual. Deep fulfilment awaits.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > The Mother has appeared reversed.
Juno’
search for protection is keeping you from true love and joy. You were
guarding yourself, and while you were right to do so, now is the time to
let your shield down. Your emotional crops are thriving; you have put in
the work. Let go of your war; lean into joy and love.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-church-or-a-chiesa" > ✳ 84. the church or ’ < / h3 >
@ -2156,13 +2163,13 @@ leader, a guru of memory. If the Church has come up in your reading, it
indicates a need for deeper meaning or knowledge. Will you use your key
to follow the paved road and find out who paved it and who walked it
before you?< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > The Church is upside down. Its
quo stumbles. The pressure of conformity weighs heavy; the belief
systems of others hang above your head. This card is now urging you to
move. Tradition can be a teacher or a jailer, and in this case, it is
trapping you. It may be time to shake your ancestors’
start anew upon a path you paved yourself.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> The Church is upside down. Its
integrity is questioned; the status quo stumbles. The pressure of
conformity weighs heavy; the belief systems of others hang above your
head. This card is now urging you to move. Tradition can be a teacher or
a jailer, and in this case, it is trapping you. It may be time to shake
your ancestors’ start anew upon a path you paved
yourself.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > &
capricorn.< / p >
@ -2178,13 +2185,12 @@ and the two sides of a coin. When this card appears, it speaks of love
and strong bonds. It asks you to choose love, to make heartfelt, loving,
compassionate choices. The Upside Down is a simple card that asks you to
choose. Listen to your heart and follow it.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > Due to the nature of this card, up is down and down is up. However
you pull this card, it shows you both the Yin and the Yang. In this
case, sourness is prevalent. The eyes look away, giving you space to
identify within yourself why a commitment has turned sour. Your inner
voice is unbalanced. Use your heart for your choices and seek out
harmony.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > Due to the nature of this card,
up is down and down is up. However you pull this card, it shows you both
the Yin and the Yang. In this case, sourness is prevalent. The eyes look
away, giving you space to identify within yourself why a commitment has
turned sour. Your inner voice is unbalanced. Use your heart for your
choices and seek out harmony.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-bird-or-laucelluzz" > ✳ 35. the bird or l’ < / h3 >
@ -2199,12 +2205,12 @@ also help you with yours. It directs you to assert your will with
mastery, careful practice and self-discipline. It reminds you of your
courage and strength. It encourages you to direct your energies towards
the stars.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > When reversed, the Bird is
control. It may be due to an attempt to control too much or an
underdeveloped assertiveness. Loosen the reins. Redirect your chariot.
Some things are beyond your power to change, and others wait for your
confidence and hard work. Assess which is which and begin riding.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> When reversed, the Bird is
spinning further and further out of control. It may be due to an attempt
to control too much or an underdeveloped assertiveness. Loosen the
reins. Redirect your chariot. Some things are beyond your power to
change, and others wait for your confidence and hard work. Assess which
is which and begin riding.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-breasts-or-e-zzizze" > ✳ 28. the breasts or ’ < / h3 >
@ -2221,12 +2227,12 @@ positive emotional labour of your ferocity and expression of pure
emotional strength. Go towards your chest, to the place of pain, anger,
greed, and fear in your life. Acknowledge where these things live within
you and own them, pour love over them.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > The lion is now overpowering as
is an indication of weakness; your strength becomes feeble as your
self-confidence lessens. Your emotions are no longer a power but an
overwhelming force you cannot control. Do not let anger or pain dictat e
your choice; find your strength once again.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> The lion is now overpowering as
the Breasts appear upside down. This is an indication of weakness; your
strength becomes feeble as your self-confidence lessens. Your emotions
are no longer a power but an overwhelming force you cannot control. Do
not let anger or pain dictate your choice; find your strength onc e
again.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-crying-or-o-chianto" > ✳ 65. the crying or ’ < / h3 >
@ -2240,13 +2246,20 @@ negative, regardless of your view of tears. It indicates a need for
comfort and solitude. It asks for a moment of introspection, the only
thing that may lead you to true self-discovery. Once you have expressed
your pain and truly felt it, you will gain a better understanding.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > The tears fall upon you as the
relied on yourself too much and become over-isolated. The cocoon has
served its purpose. The time for solitude is over. You may let others in
or leave your safe space altogether. The time for crying is over.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> The tears fall upon you as the
Crying card is reversed. You have relied on yourself too much and become
over-isolated. The cocoon has served its purpose. The time for solitude
is over. You may let others in or leave your safe space altogether. The
time for crying is over.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< div class = "centered-image" >
< figure >
< img src = "settable.png" alt = "82. the set table or ’ / >
< figcaption aria-hidden = "true" > 82. the set table or ’
mbandita< / figcaption >
< / figure >
< / div >
< h3 id = "the-set-table-or-a-tavula-mbandita" > ✳ 82. the set table or ’
tavula mbandita< / h3 >
< p > .keywords: positive luck, change, predictions and prophesies, feeling
@ -2261,14 +2274,14 @@ your destiny has been set, the tempo will crank up as your vision
develops into reality. This card asks you to accept your fate but also
take responsibility for it. The table is set, but it is up to you to
serve.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > The Set Table has been turned the
outside your control, spinning your fate. Luck has not been on your
side, and you may have been unhappy with your circumstances. Take a
moment to analyse what could have happened. Are the elements toying with
your luck internal or external? Is there someone to blame; if so, who?
Whatever you find, trust that the Table will be set again, and out of
darkness, a new light will be born, informed by your discoveries.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> The Set Table has been turned the
wrong way. This indicated elements outside your control, spinning your
fate. Luck has not been on your side, and you may have been unhappy with
your circumstances. Take a moment to analyse what could have happened.
Are the elements toying with your luck internal or external? Is there
someone to blame; if so, who? Whatever you find, trust that the Table
will be set again, and out of darkness, a new light will be born,
informed by your discoveries.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong >
fortune.< br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > &
@ -2286,13 +2299,12 @@ lament, propeling her forward. This card calls out to you. Every action
has an equal reaction, but it is often an expression of injustice that
brings justice forward. It is the Lament that leads to balance. Believe
that your expression of injustice is worth sharing.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > When the Lament appears reversed, it indicates a flawed system, a
hidden truth or a bias. This injustice may have been committed against
you or by you. However it happened, the scales are not balanced, but
soon they will be as someone faces consequences. It also begs for you to
re-balance your perspective. Look at the issue from both sides and hear
the Lament.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > When the Lament appears reversed,
it indicates a flawed system, a hidden truth or a bias. This injustice
may have been committed against you or by you. However it happened, the
scales are not balanced, but soon they will be as someone faces
consequences. It also begs for you to re-balance your perspective. Look
at the issue from both sides and hear the Lament.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "purgatorys-souls-or-llaneme-o-priatorio" > ✳ 85. purgatory’
@ -2311,13 +2323,13 @@ your situation and release. If the soul trusts the flow of events and
let’
simple reminder that it is not time to struggle for control. Trust the
universe, trust yourself and let go.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > As Purgatory’
They are not hanging but anchored to the soil. You are pulling yourself
further down, digging your heels in on a decision that has to be made.
Your inaction now is pointless; it will just delay the inevitable. The
souls already can, the punishment has been lifted. And yet, here you
still are. You must face your inner turmoil to move on.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> As Purgatory’
reversed, they tell a different story. They are not hanging but anchored
to the soil. You are pulling yourself further down, digging your heels
in on a decision that has to be made. Your inaction now is pointless; it
will just delay the inevitable. The souls already can, the punishment
has been lifted. And yet, here you still are. You must face your inner
turmoil to move on.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-talking-dead-or-o-muorto-che-pparla" > ✳ 48. the talking dead
@ -2335,13 +2347,13 @@ of thinking, and of the buried. This is the only way to allow for more
rewarding patterns. Resisting change will not bring you joy; you must
embrace transformation. There is no other way; a profound experience
awaits you. Let the resting lead you.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > If the card is reversed, it
to be still. Changes frighten you, and you may resist them. Your life is
now stagnant; the sunrise is eternal as the sun never reaches the sky.
Trust that change will lead you wherever you need to be. It is not a
matter of avoiding what has happened but of learning to live with what
it brought in the hope that better things lay ahead.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> If the card is reversed, it
appears that the Talking Dead is forced to be still. Changes frighten
you, and you may resist them. Your life is now stagnant; the sunrise is
eternal as the sun never reaches the sky. Trust that change will lead
you wherever you need to be. It is not a matter of avoiding what has
happened but of learning to live with what it brought in the hope that
better things lay ahead.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "warm-soup-or-a-zuppa-cotta" > ✳ 68. warm soup or ’
@ -2354,20 +2366,18 @@ shines a triangle enclosed in a square, representing how humans are
bound by the Earth and natural law. The figure takes water from the sea,
but as they pour it into the bowl, it transforms into a bowl of steaming
soup. This card gives insight into the nuances of balance. Wherever
something is taken, something else must be given. The figure is taking
from the sea to deliver you the Warm Soup. See the figure as if it was
keeping a close eye on how well you handle dualities. Keep to the middle
path, do not make extreme decisions. You may be someone who tends to
have a peaceful nature or swings between extremes. Either way, now is
something is taken, something else must be given. See the figure as if
it was keeping a close eye on how well you handle dualities. Keep to the
middle path, do not make extreme decisions. You may be someone who tends
to have a peaceful nature or swings between extremes. Either way, now is
the time to test the waters of gentleness, give back what you have been
given and ask for what was taken.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > The Warm Soup now pours upwards from the ladle. Something has been
thrown off balance in your life. The coming times require meticulous
care of the balance. Equilibrium must be restored. The costs may be too
high for what you receive from the universe. You must reconsider your
choices, find the weak point that has thrown you off the balance and
adjust it.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > The Warm Soup now pours upwards
from the ladle. Something has been thrown off balance in your life. The
coming times require meticulous care of the balance. Equilibrium must be
restored. The costs may be too high for what you receive from the
universe. You must reconsider your choices, find the weak point that has
thrown you off the balance and adjust it.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-devils-or-e-riavule" > ✳ 77. the devils or ’ < / h3 >
@ -2381,13 +2391,13 @@ not yet have a key. This card cautions you against finding blame and
refers instead to what is constrained by ourselves, our subconscious and
direct choices. Do not let ideas, people or situations absorb you so
intensely that it causes you to ignore other relationships.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > The Devil being upside down
aware of your chains. The unhealthy dynamics in your life that keep you
trapped are finally emerging into the light. Caution, this does not
imply freedom but may entail further temptation, which leads you to
crawl back into your trap. This time needs your complete attention; use
your newfound awareness to break the chains and escape your jail. < / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> The Devil being upside down
immediately reveals the bondage. You are aware of your chains. The
unhealthy dynamics in your life that keep you trapped are finally
emerging into the light. Caution, this does not imply freedom but may
entail further temptation, which leads you to crawl back into your trap.
This time needs your complete attention; use your newfound awareness to
break the chains and escape your jail. < / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-storm-or-o-maletiempo" > ✳ 83. the storm or ’ < / h3 >
@ -2406,36 +2416,32 @@ structure that can feel quite devastating. However, new growth will come
from this, and the old cannot last forever, lest it becomes decrepit.
Remember well that when the Storm appears in front of you, you are not
the tree but the doves escaping.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > In this situation, the Storm that topples the pine tree is coming
from within. The issue is within your response to the situation and your
worries within your head. Your perception is bringing you great pain.
Take care not to become a vortex of negativity, be mindful of your
feelings and take responsibility for how your responses affect you and
those around you.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > In this situation, the Storm that
topples the pine tree is coming from within. The issue is within your
response to the situation and your worries within your head. Your
perception is bringing you great pain. Take care not to become a vortex
of negativity, be mindful of your feelings and take responsibility for
how your responses affect you and those around you.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > & aries.< / p >
< h3 id = "christmas-or-natale" > ✳ 25. christmas or natale< / h3 >
< p > .keywords: hope, love and support, coming home to yourself,
self-care, healing, being true to yourself, being guided by your
intuition, integrity, honesty, a positive new start or new vision.< / p >
self-care, healing, being guided by your intuition, integrity, honesty,
a positive new start or new vision.< / p >
< p > In a warm room, a candle-lit Christmas tree appears next to a window.
On the windowsill sits a still, warm cup of tea. The comforting view of
the room is contrasted by the magical view through the window, where an
enormous star pours light on a snowy landscape. Christmas is a card of
hope. A time of renewal, comfort and homeliness lies ahead. It is time
to leave the hard times behind. The star shines alone through the
window, filling the landscape with positivity and opportunity. Like this
card, we all contain infinite possibilities, infinite capacity for
beauty, and infinite wonder. When times are hard, Christmas reminds you
of your ability for healing and magic. Know that you are a creature of
this earth and this universe, you belong here, and you are loved.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > When Christmas appears reversed, you may have lost your hope. Life’
challenges are overwhelming and leave you questioning everything and
everybody. When this card appears reversed in a reader, it is a beacon
over your disconnection. Your faith in the possibility of a comforting
and fulfilling life is weaning as daily routines become dreary. It is an
On the windowsill sits a warm cup of tea. Outside, an enormous star
pours light on a snowy landscape. Christmas is a card of hope. A time of
renewal, comfort and homeliness lies ahead. It is time to leave the hard
times behind. The star shines alone through the window, filling the
landscape with positivity and opportunity. Like this card, we all
contain infinite possibilities, infinite capacity for beauty, and
infinite wonder. When times are hard, Christmas reminds you of your
ability for healing and magic. Know that you are a creature of this
earth and this universe, you belong here, and you are loved.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > You may have lost your hope.
Life’
and everybody. Your faith in the possibility of a comforting and
fulfilling life is weaning as daily routines become dreary. It is an
important alarm, a light shining on the parts of your life that do not
align with your joyful purpose. Now is not the time to push harder, as
you may deplete your energies further. It’
@ -2444,29 +2450,26 @@ your life at a deeper level and rest.</p>
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "blood-or-o-sangue" > ✳ 18. blood or ’ < / h3 >
< p > .keywords: shadow work, getting in touch with your wild nature,
listening deeply to your intuition, secrets, signs and symbols,
non-rational, witchcraft, magic and spell-work, lies and deception,
deceiving yourself, wearing a mask.< / p >
listening to your intuition, secrets, signs and symbols, non-rational,
witchcraft, magic and spell-work, lies and deception, deceiving
yourself, wearing a mask.< / p >
< p > A wolf drinks from a pond filled with blood. Close by, a wild dog
turns away from the pond to face the moon that illuminates everything
around them. Away from them, a crab floats on a leaf in the pond, rising
from the subconscious. The Blood tells you that all is not what it
seems. Unsettling as a nightmare can be, this card allows your inner
wildness to be seen. The Blood represents witchcraft, spell-work and
occult arts of any kind. Do not be fooled by the blood; nobody in this
figure will come to harm. The moon shines its silvery light on the
elements within a reality that are dishonest and manipulative.
Uncomfortable questions must be asked, and someone may be just mad
enough to think of them. Things are strange; it is usual to feel
disorientated. Now is not the time for answers, but for wild magical
practice.< / p >
< p > < em > Reversed< / em > < / p >
< p > When reversed, the Blood shows a moon shining in the front. The inner
confusion is clearing. However, you may find yourself deprived of a mask
you are not ready to let go of. Manipulation has been exposed, whether
you were the victim or perpetrator. Things will soon be lighter, but
first, they will be heavy. Mental health struggles as the truth emerges,
and you initiate a process of complete honesty with yourself.< / p >
around them. Away from them, a crab floats on a leaf in the pond. The
Blood tells you that all is not what it seems. Unsettling as a nightmare
can be, this card allows your inner wildness to be seen. The Blood
represents witchcraft, spell-work and occult arts. Do not be fooled by
the blood; nobody in this figure will come to harm. The moon shines its
silvery light on the elements that are dishonest and manipulative.
Uncomfortable questions must be asked. Things are strange; it is usual
to feel disoriented. Now is the time for wild magical practice.< / p >
< p > < strong > < em > Reversed:< / em > < / strong > When reversed, the Blood shows a
moon shining in the front. The inner confusion is clearing. However, you
may find yourself deprived of a mask you are not ready to let go of.
Manipulation has been exposed, whether you were the victim or
perpetrator. Things will soon be lighter, but first, they will be heavy.
Mental health struggles as the truth emerges, and you initiate a process
of complete honesty with yourself.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "laughter-or-a-resata" > ✳ 19. laughter or ’ < / h3 >
@ -2480,14 +2483,14 @@ enthusiasm, growth and victory. Your good choices will pay off. You will
soon laugh again, victory is so close you may already taste it. Joy will
fill your heart, and life will once again seem light-hearted and
effortless.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > Laughter is reversed, but do not
as you thought it would be. A setback has brought you back into a
quieter place. There is a key element missing before you may achieve the
state of perfect joy. The effort will now need to be given to finding
once again things that make your heart swell up with joy, the things
that make you walk so light you feel you may just fly away. Follow them,
and soon Laughter will come back.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> Laughter is reversed, but do not
panic. Victory is just not as close as you thought it would be. A
setback has brought you back into a quieter place. There is a key
element missing before you may achieve the state of perfect joy. The
effort will now need to be given to finding once again things that make
your heart swell up with joy, the things that make you walk so light you
feel you may just fly away. Follow them, and soon Laughter will come
back.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-gossiping-woman-or-a-donna-o-barcone" > ✳ 43. the gossiping
@ -2504,14 +2507,14 @@ you to do the same. It is holding a mirror to your entire life,
successes and failure. You must face the Gossiping Woman to liberate
yourself and fly towards freedom. Moving forward unencumbered requires
acknowledgement of the present moment and everything it carries.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > Now the Gossiping Woman can not
you refuse to acknowledge the hurt or pain that was caused to you th e
two spinand the pain that you have caused yourself. However, you must
own your mistakes and let them be. When the Gossiping Woman is reversed,
it asks you to find forgiveness for yourself and others. It will be hard
work and may take a great amount of time, but the Gossiping Woman
watches and is rooting for you to free yourself of this burden.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> Now the Gossiping Woman can not
see you. This is an indication that you refuse to acknowledge the hurt
or pain that was caused to you the two spinand the pain that you hav e
caused yourself. However, you must own your mistakes and let them be.
When the Gossiping Woman is reversed, it asks you to find forgiveness
for yourself and others. It will be hard work and may take a great
amount of time, but the Gossiping Woman watches and is rooting for you
to free yourself of this burden.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
< h3 id = "the-good-wine-o-vino" > ✳ 45. the good wine ’ < / h3 >
@ -2529,12 +2532,12 @@ shifts into a new beginning, but for now, the Good Wine urges you to
relish in your successes. One day you will surrender again to the flow
and remember that you are the same person that started this journey
filled with infinite possibilities.< / p >
< p > < > Reversed< / em > < / p>
< p > The Good Wine may not be drunk
reach. The end seemed in sight, but you tried cutting corners, and there
is still work to be done. The result will only bring fulfilment, if the
effort has been thorough and earnest. Keep dreaming, keep working, and
soon the Good Wine will be yours.< / p >
< p > < strong> < em> Reversed: < / em > < / strong> The Good Wine may not be drunk
yet; completion is not yet within reach. The end seemed in sight, but
you tried cutting corners, and there is still work to be done. The
result will only bring fulfilment, if the effort has been thorough and
earnest. Keep dreaming, keep working, and soon the Good Wine will be
yours.< / p >
< p > < strong > ✳< / strong > < br / >
< strong > ✳< / strong > < / p >
Stephen Kerr
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