Tarot
Deal with whats bothering you.
Lets start August with a five-card tarot spread asking, What do we need to know this month?
Open and honest communication will improve your relationships in the long run.
Youll feel better when you do.
Ive often had to revisit this theme as a mixed-Romanifortune teller working in predominantly white spaces.
Roma popularized these practices through the Western world, but are regularlypolicedfor this work, and just for existing.
There is anongoing Romani human rights crisis worldwidethat is rarely discussed accurately, and instead is fueled by misinformation.
Sometimes these confrontations go really well and we reach an understanding, and sometimes they dont.
Either way, I attempt to address it.
This months reading suggests that this kind of action will provide a sense of calm.
Wands are represented by thefire element, so often the emotions feel heated, like anger or passion.
The pentacles suite usually represents material concerns, such as wealth, home, or health.
While this card can represent abundance, it often comes with a fear of losing what you have.
Obstacle:Three of Cups
The Three of Cups is a joyful card of celebration and friendship.
When positive cards show up as obstacles, it might mean that you are having trouble accessing that energy.
Everyone needs a safe space to express themselves.
This is a card of hope despite a difficult situation.
Sometimes the disillusionment of this card can be uncomfortable, but it is liberating to have clarity.
Music and other art forms can get you in the headspace to advocate for yourself too.
These resources show how you could address conflict head-on with grace.
Your communication doesnt need to be perfect; it just needs to be real.
This article was originally published onJuly 27, 2022
