How To Be In Control During Uncertain Times

As a highly sensitive person I have noticed in recent months, how collective fears, worries and despair are growing and heavily tangible in the air.

Greetings from the Nine of Swords!

For many, life has become hard due to imposed poverty of corrupt, inept politicians on top of all the other scary developments around the world.

But it is easy to find yourself sucked into this hive anxiety.

The fact is all that is happening is beyond our control, and we can only do little to soften the blows.

And yet, despite all the upheaval, there is joy in the world and in your life right now.

It's time to tap into it and make the best of a lemony situation.

How can you be and feel more in control? Here are some ideas I live by:

1. When you consciously give up control, you actually achieve more control

By accepting possibilities we don't like but cannot influence, life becomes easier.

Amidst all the beauty and wonder of life, it can also be tough sometimes to navigate the setbacks, struggles and existential crises.

It's all part of life.

Adjusting and surrendering to constant change makes you over time more resilient.

2. Good thing, bad thing. Who knows?

The pandemic has been widely regarded as a terrible disaster. And indeed, people died and their loved ones are grieving.

But the pandemic has also resulted in millions of people questioning their career choices, level of consumption and their values.

A revolution in workplaces has taken place, with people quitting and changing their lives, demanding to work from home and taking time off to enhance their work-life balance.

When nobody went to the office during the lockdowns, something new was created. People were waking up from their corporate slumber.

Just think of the Tower in the Tarot - destruction, but new possibilities to rebuild better on firm foundations.

3. We have control of how we perceive our life experiences

While we can easily feel like passive victims of other people's power, we can also choose to feel like survivors, pro-actively dusting ourselves off while not losing sight of what makes us happy and content.

The richest person in the world is the one, who doesn't desire anything, who feels that they have all they need, even if it's not much in terms of money or possessions.

That doesn't mean though that you shouldn't have goals or aspirations.

Set a goal, and then forget about it. Let it work in your unconscious and take meaningful actions over time to achieve that goal.

Don't force the issue, don't fret over it. Let it unfold naturally and allow your goal to evolve as you grow.

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Christiane

When Death Is Your Year Card

When Death is your year card, be prepared for some massive transformation.

I've written about Death in the Tarot many times before, and I have always tried to balance the love n light positive with the inherent uncomfortable aspect of this card.

Now I'm in a position, where I am actually living through a year, in which Death is my annual growth symbol.

The year isn't over yet, so anything can still happen, and I am prepared for whatever crazy and mind-boggling stuff is hurling my way.

But so far, 2022 has already been quite a rollercoaster ride of flux and change.

The pandemic has a lot to answer for. It was the harbinger of my year of Death transformation.

And with the war in Ukraine, I realised that the world as we knew it pre-pandemic, has changed forever.

With the old and established order slowly but surely desintigrating, millions of people are affected by a new sense of insecurity.

There is a lot of evaluation going on in terms of living your best life and making the most of life and the time you have left.

Hence the Great Resignation and massive shift in the way people demand new ways of working, including remote working and the introduction of the 4-day week.

So while the old order is dying, something new is emerging.

On a personal level, I came to a point in February, when I realised that I had been running my tarot biz for more than a decade.

I had noticed for a while that I needed to take a break from it, simply to recharge my batteries, so I could gather new ideas and inspiration.

I decided to put my Patreon on hold, so I no longer needed to post new content every month.

While I never had a break from creating lots of content, the last three months of my Patreon journey started to put pressure on my creative flow.

So I put Patreon on hold.

One of the reasons why I haven't resumed is that I had the urge to return to the commercial world after twenty years of absence.

I am currently working from home for a large retailer serving customers in Europe. God bless the internet, online shopping and the digital nomad revolution.

My current role however is a contract limited until the end of January 2023, but in the meantime, I am already working on transforming my online presence on this website and elsewhere.

You see, while Tarot has been a massive passion of mine for so many years, it has also nudged me into exploring new possibilities.

In recent months, I have virtually abandoned all social media and only post occasionally on Instagram.

I let go of all the toxic social media and the damage it has caused and will cause in time to come.

I'm at a stage in my life, where I no longer need to earn a living from Tarot. I want to continue creating content at my leasure for fun.

That's why I have also put on hold all personal courses and mentoring, but my self-study courses and ebooks are still available.

If you need help with any of these, please don't hesitate to send me a message.

But wait, there is more...😄

A couple of weeks ago, there was a serious health scare in the family.

When a loved one is taken to hospital with a potential life-threatening illness, it's hard to keep focused and cool.

Thankfully, the suspected heart attack has turned out to be "just" an inflammation of the heart, which was caused by Covid, and with the current medication has the chance to be healed.

It's still serious, and it has again made me think about life, what is important to me and what I want to do.

As you can see, I am in transition on a road to somewhere.

The metamorphosis is in progress. It feels uncomfortable, but at the same time there are rays of light and illumination.

When Death is your year card, be prepared for anything.

But watch this space. Endings bring new beginnings.

“You have to die a few times before you can really live.”
- Charles Bukowski

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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On Keeping Calm And Carrying On

There used to be a time, when Ukraine and Russia fought each other with silly songs at the annual Eurovision Song Contest.

Today, I am struggling to accept the loss of this naff decatent triviality, which was light-hearted fun rather than a tsunami of blood, death and tears.

I am struggling to come to terms with the enormity of what is currently happening in Europe.

Unless you are a master of ignoring the signs of the insane possibility of World War III breaking out, you are probably struggling, too.

But after the initial shock we know that the best we can do is keeping calm and carrying on.

Keeping calm, because

• life goes on, at least for now
• being consumed by fear prevents us from making the most of the time we have left
• it helps to make rational and sensible choices rather than getting sucked into the conspiracy rabbit holes
• we cannot choose the times we are living in
• we have to accept what we cannot change

Carrying on

helping - loving - creating - planning - dreaming - enjoying - doing your best - showing kindness, compassion, courage

After years of division and polarisation, perhaps this is the time when we all get back together again.

To be strong in unity against the menacing bully in the East.

For freedom, peace, democracy and our liberal values we have to fight even though we don't want to fight. But it has to be done.

There is no more I can say, except

May you be safe. May you be supported. May you be strong.

Be prepared for all possibilities.

Despite the dark storm approaching on the horizon, don't lose your sense of humour.

Remember to embrace moments of joy and simple pleasures.

Know that you are loved. Always.

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Christiane

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Independence - The Joy of Being Alone

One of the harsh lessons the pandemic has taught us is that learning to embrace being alone contributes to our wellbeing and resilience.

When you begin to discover the joy of being alone, magical things start to happen:

1. You become more creative

Being on your own means that you have to fill your time with interesting activities. 

2. You are getting out of your comfort zone

Don't want to be home alone? You decide to go to a cafe or go on holiday anyway. You learn there is no point in missing out only because you don't have someone else joining you.

3. You can relax and recharge

There is no need to compromise, keeping other people happy, and you have the big bed all for yourself.

4. You get to know yourself

Reflect on your needs and aspirations, your strengths and weaknesses and give yourself the space to fall in love with yourself.

5. You learn to enjoy your own company

When you focus on the positive aspects of being alone, you begin to thrive and enjoy life.

6. You no longer feel lonely

Being alone doesn't mean you are lonely. You know that you can reach out to people and cultivate a small circle of true friends to connect with.

7. You can be yourself

No need to apologise for not meeting someone else's expectations, or seek approval by how you look, what you wear, or even how much you fulfil the other person's needs.

8. You have the chance to fulfil your dreams

Relationships can be stifling, and it is easy to get stuck in routines. 

Being on your own helps to be more mindful about exploring and pursuing your goals and dreams. 

You can be more adventurous without having to explain yourself.

9. You feel you are in charge of your life

You have control over your finances, work, where you want to live, your sex life, travel destinations, and the company you want to keep and when. 

10. You no longer are desperate to be in a relationship

This is one of the most magical effects. So many people embark on a new relationship only because they don't want to be alone. 

They stay in the wrong relationship, because they are scared of feeling lonely, if they leave.

Being at ease in your own company, being your own best friend means that you no longer engage in or put up with drama. You become discerning and choose your company wisely. 

Once we have discovered the joy of being alone, we no longer get caught up in making bad decisions about relationships. We no longer neglect friendships for the sake of a relationship.

It is time to shed the idea that being alone - as opposed to being in a relationship - is a weakness or even tragedy in one's life.

The true tragedy is not being able to be alone, unable to be solitary and enjoying it, not knowing that you are enough.

It is time to embrace being alone - alonement - as a gift to live a fulfilled life.

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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A movie that recently moved me: Portrait of a Lady on Fire - it brought tears to my eyes not because it was sad, but because it was so incredibly beautiful and emotionally powerful

A book I'm currently hooked on: The Subtle Art of not Giving a F*ck - witty, entertaining, and so incredibly wise. Life-changing stuff

My latest Musical Muse: Wanderlust - my personal song collection on Spotify for day-dreams and mind-travel

Tarot Moon Journal Magical Planner

Last year, I transformed the annual edition of the Tarot Moon Journal Magical Planner into an ETERNAL version.

Buy the journal once, and you can reprint it every year, so no more need to buy it again.

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The difference this year is that I have created a new cover that embraces the spirit of The Lovers as the global year card for 2022.

You can grab the new cover over on my Ko-fi page in both A4 and foldable A5 sizes.

Not having to update the Tarot Moon Journal every year means I can create new magical goodies, like the Autumn Divination Kit.

It's a win-win! 😃

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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You Don't Need To Reach For The Stars

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You don't need to reach for the stars.

What if you are enough?

What if you are good enough and no longer need to self-improve?

What if you are happy right where you are now, and deep down you don't want to go further, higher, faster?

It is perfectly okay not having the desire to climb up that career ladder and getting all stressed out along the way.

It's okay not to live up to other people's expectations and ideas of what success means.

You can be successful in your own little way that lights you up without pushing yourself more and more relentlessly.

It's okay to quit a job and start over at the bottom of a new profession that is fun and exciting rather than giving you a burnout while chasing money and status.

What if all you can think of is to survive each day as it comes rather than entertaining some lofty ambitions?

That's okay. Take your time to rest and heal. No need to feel shame for not contributing or being productive.

You are worthy of support as much as you give it to others.

No need to be better, richer or more beautiful.

My cat isn't thinking about changing the colour of her fur to become more popular with other cats.

She is happily lying on the sofa practicing self-care, at ease with herself and enjoying the moment.

It is time to be at ease with yourself.

Rather than aiming higher, why not aim lower?

What is really important?

Reach for the stars surrounding you, the ones you perhaps undervalue, take for granted or simply don't see.

Why not reach for health, nature, togetherness, contentment, exploration, and imagination rather than possessions and status.

And why not accept that sometimes it's okay to be inadequate.

It's okay to be not good enough, even though you tried your best at the time, it didn't work out the way you wanted.

It happens, because you are human. Imperfect, fragile, a little bit messed up.

Forgive yourself.

Questions to explore:

• Where are you trying too hard and why?

• What/Who is draining your energy / self-worth?

• What is not necessary?

• Where does less give you more?

No longer reaching for the stars doesn't mean stagnation. Adjusting your trajectory offers new challenges, rewards and growth.

What will be your new challenge while aiming lower, and how will you benefit?

Try this tarot spread:

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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Trick Or Treat Halloween Tarot Spread

It's that spooky time of the year again to have some fun with your tarot deck, so here's my Trick or Treat Halloween Tarot Spread 👻🍅

Some prompts for each position:

TRICK

Deception - it's not what it seems - something hidden - a tiny detail you have overlooked - too good to be true - self-sabotage - shadow - limiting belief - beware of this - obstacle - something sinister - the small print

TREAT

Indulgence - self-care - achievement - gift - clarity - talent - illumination - what is supporting you - opportunity - abundance - celebrate - appreciate - enjoy - breakthrough - lucky break - blessing

Draw a card for each position placing cards face down. Choose one of them - trick or treat?

It can always be tempting to choose TREAT, but sometimes you may want to face some tricky demons to resolve an issue, and the TREAT may not be favourable in the long-term or such a great idea.

Nothing is ever black or white / good or bad. It's your choice?

You can also choose both positions as a two-card snapshot spread.

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Christiane

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Page of Wands - Every Day is a New Adventure

Fuel shortages, empty supermarket shelves, electricity price hikes, impending blackouts…

While the world is becoming even more insane, it might be a good idea to tap into your inner Page of Wands - turning panic into excitement and an adventurous spirit.

After all, that's all we can do, right? 😄

Okay, we can also stockpile candles, bottled water and pasta...

Life at the moment certainly isn't boring.

With all the ongoing disruptions, we don't know what's around the corner, so it's a bit like a suspense thriller.

Whatever next?

Be mindful about how unsettling news and events affect your body - adrenaline surges, constantly lingering in fight or flight mode, increasing fear and foreboding, and the resulting emotional choices and actions we may later regret.

✨Cultivate a calming balance:

Create nice moments for yourself every day.

Find magic in the ordinary.

Work, rest, play in equal measures.

Embrace uncertainty.

No need to do anything grand or fanciful. It doesn't need to cost any money.

Often, all it takes is a change of perception.

Conscious acknowledgement.

Awareness.

Knowing that you can choose how you respond.

There is beauty, magic and bliss in the everyday mundane.

With the help of the Page of Wands, every day is a new adventure.

Page of Wands qualities: resourceful, curious, enthusiastic, playful, open-minded, fun-loving, creative, brave

What to avoid: fearfulness, recklessness, aggression, anger, impetuousness, knee-jerk reactions, despondency

✨Here's a daily writing practice you can try:

TODAY'S ADVENTURE

1. A nice moment:
2. Ordinary magic:
3. Something to work on:
4. Playing with:
5. A restful activity:
6. Beautiful uncertainty:
7. A new insight:

Feel free to use a tarot or oracle deck. Anything goes.

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Christiane

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Stagnation – Making the Most of Feeling Stuck

Stagnation – the opposite of moving, growing, progressing.

An uncomfortable feeling of restlessness, the urge to get up and go, but you can’t…

Who wants to be stuck in limbo?

Waiting for a new job to come up (especially when you are unemployed).

Waiting for new love to come into your life (when you begin to feel that you have been single for too long).

Waiting for a house sale to go through.

Waiting for someone to get in touch with you.

Waiting in the queue, stuck in a traffic jam or at the airport

And then there are pandemic lockdowns to put up with… anything that stops you from getting on with life, and it’s all a little outside your control.

There is only so much you can do to influence your situation, and sometimes you will just have to sit it out until some movement takes place.

It is easy to get impatient, when the time of waiting seems to drag on forever, but instead of thinking that life is passing you by, you can accept stagnation as a gift.

Yes, it is possible to make the most of feeling stuck, because it does have its advantages…

“What we are waiting for is not as important as what happens to us while we are waiting. Trust the process.” - Mandy Hale

Stagnation doesn’t mean that nothing is happening.

While you are enduring a long waiting phase, tiny shifts occur, internally and externally, without you realising.

A new perspective, a change of heart or mind, a new insight, new opportunities, changing circumstances or priorities….

Even while you are stuck in a long checkout queue, you can simply pause, take a deep breath and enjoy the standstill before you continue being busy again.

Getting back to basics, slowing down…

Stagnation in the Cosmic Journaling Oracle may ask you to embrace a waiting phase as a gift.

You have time to consider your options, discover new opportunities, enjoy the calm before the storm.

Stagnation may also suggest delays, lack of progress, your patience will be tested, self-restriction, rigidity, or the process of sowing, waiting and reaping.

Perhaps you have fallen into the trap of waiting for the future to come –

• waiting for the weekend
• waiting for summer
• waiting to be happy again one day…

In this case, Stagnation reminds you to focus on the present and make the most of the here and now.

Questions to ask:

• What area in your life are you currently waiting for something, and what is it you are actually waiting for?
• What can you do to be more relaxed about it and even enjoy this period of stagnation?
• Look back into your past and remind yourself of times, when you had to wait for something. How did you deal with it, and what happened in the end?

While a longer waiting period in life can be challenging, it can also offer new possibilities and serve as a reminder to make the most of the present by spending the extra time on what you love

Learn more about the Cosmic Journaling Oracle deck here.

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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Healthy Habits: Empowering Morning Affirmations

Life has been messy for many people since the pandemic and various lockdown measures began to restrict all our lives.

And while we are all trying to hang in there and make the best of a bad situation, mental health issues have started to creep up on us, mostly in the form of anxiety, stress and depression. 

Lack of energy, tearfulness, overwhelm, aches and pains, constantly worrying... one way to stay focused on our wellbeing is cultivating a positive mindset.

Affirmations are underrated yet they do work if used regularly. 

Positive self-talk every day can help increase confidence and optimism, so here are empowering morning affirmations you can use to start the day in a better frame of mind:

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Today will be a great day.

I am excited about how today will unfold.

I savour each moment.

I am positive. I am powerful.

I trust my own wisdom.

I take good care of myself.

I am in control of my attitude and thoughts.

I live by my sacred values.

I communicate with love and integrity.

I persevere despite difficulties.

I am strong.

I am comfortable being on my own.

I accept what life offers me today.

My heart and mind are in alignment.

I let go of what stops me from living life fully and joyfully.

I choose life.

I am doing the best I can.

I stay clear of destructive habits.

I feel energised.

I am shining my light.

I am present.

I am rising above my worries and fears.

I am enough.

I am right where I need to be.

I am open to all possibilities.

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Create a new healthy habit by turning these affirmations into your daily morning meditation to feel more positive and energised at the start of your day.

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Christiane

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10 Tarot Affirmations To Overcome Anxiety

Creating tarot affirmations to overcome anxiety is a magical and effective way to practice mindfulness during difficult times.

There is no doubt that the lockdown measures around the world caused by the pandemic have offered many people a chance to slow down, spend more time with loved ones and even generated new business ideas and opportunities.

Over the last year in this surreal state of stagnation, I also cherished the quiet life away from noisy crowds, busy traffic and hectic travel schedules.

All well and good, but at the same time many people have also been affected by loss, insecurity, worries and fears of what the future might hold.

Mental health issues during the Covid-19 have increased, such as depression and anxiety.

There are many activities that can be cultivated to cope with mental health issues, but in this article I focus on practicing mindfulness with tarot affirmations to overcome anxiety.

Affirmations are often used to turn negative thinking into a more optimistic outlook, and they can work really well when used regularly.

Each card in the Tarot offers its own powerful messages, and when you draw your daily card, choose affirmations as suggested below.

Repeat these affirmations to yourself regularly during the day to cultivate positivity, resilience and joy. This can help you snap out of the negative self-talk loop.

Here are suggestions for some of the Major Arcana cards:

The Fool

Today will be a great day.

I am looking forward to what today brings.

I find joy in the present.

I take each moment as it comes.

I am positive.

I am open to receive what makes me happy.

I am doing well.

I am curious and love exploring new possibilities.

One step at a time.

The Empress

I am creative. I am comfortable.

I take good care of myself.

I draw energy from nature.

I treat myself to healthy food and drink.

I am natural and at ease with myself.

I am loved. I am loving.

I love myself. I am beautiful.

I am practical and get things done.

I have all I need to feel abundant.

I am grounded and confident.

The Chariot

When the going gets tough, I am determined to keep going.

I persevere despite difficulties.

I am in the right frame of mind.

I am focused. I will succeed.

I am breaking free from my comfort zone of destructive thoughts.

I actively choose my destiny.

My willpower guides me from turmoil to safe haven.

I am a fighter.

I am conquering my worries and fears.

Strength

I am strong.

I am in control of my thoughts.

I am determined to overcome what is dragging me down.

I am gentle but also persistent.

I refuse to give up on myself.

I successfully balance my fears with my passion for life.

I have the power to tame uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.

Today I have the energy and desire to have a wonderful day.

Justice

My heart and mind are in alignment.

I can see the bigger picture.

My thoughts are guided by logic and reason rather than assumptions and drama.

I am honest with myself and others.

I take responsibility for my wellbeing.

I have the power to choose wisely.

I balance my intellect with compassion, comfort with challenge.

I make peace with my mind.

Death

Today I emerge from my cocoon and rise towards the sun like an eagle.

I am changing. I am maturing.

I am transforming my life with a new way of thinking.

I can feel my mind shifting and evolving.

I choose life. I accept change.

Out of darkness into the light.

I am shedding my limitations.

I am regenerating, giving birth to new potential.

The Devil

I am the master of my own destiny.

I sever unhealthy bonds.

I stay clear of destructive habits.

I am emerging from the shadows of fear and despair.

I am tapping into my inner resources to enhance my relationships, work, health, and home.

I confront difficulties rather than living in denial.

I am persistent and motivated to live my best life.

The Star

I am shining my light.

I am showing up.

I am standing tall in my grace and serenity.

I believe in my inner strength and abilities.

I connect with spirit.

I am hopeful. I am inspired.

Positive thoughts are flowing through my mind.

My self-esteem is flourishing.

The universe is guiding me in the right direction.

I believe in miracles. Magic is all around me.

The Sun

I am present. I am joyful.

I am vibrant.

I am inspired to create magic guided by my inner light.

I can see and think clearly.

All is falling into place.

All is making sense.

All is unravelled.

I am true to myself.

I am unique.

I am healing, and I heal others.

All is well. I take time to just be.

Life is good.

The World

I am safe. I am enough.

I am right where I need to be.

I am comfortable in my own skin.

I keep my options open.

I have the power to seek new adventures and experiences at any time.

I have the power of choice.

I know myself and make the most of my knowledge.

I am the master of my hopes and fears, dreams, and reality.

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Christiane

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The Year of The Hierophant

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After a tumultuous Emperor year, we have now arrived in the year of the Hierophant, and we are all looking forward to better days ahead.

But our problems haven't disappeared overnight, and we still have to muster up more patience and resilience to weather the remaining storm.

During the Emperor year, the world has witnessed leadership (and lack of) at its worst, and the newly elected leaders in the US will have to rebuild what has been destroyed, especially since the pandemic took hold back in March 2020.

The Hierophant, linked to Taurus in the Tarot, is about established structures, organisations, education and tradition, much of which has been damaged in recent months.

We have also realised that many structures, systems and ways we do things are outdated, archaic, and no longer working.

During the year of the Hierophant it is our task to rebuild, restructure, re-organise and change what is rigid and restrictive.

Old alliances are dismantled, new ones established.

While home-working was one seen as the lazy option, it is now an essential part of working life.

Money and investment will be paramount to revitalise the economy.

On a personal level, savings plans and debt reduction should be on everyone's priority list this year.

We are beginning to realise

• how dependent many of us are on employment, and how disastrous it can be when suddenly everything shuts down.
• to look for more sustainable alternatives, which also includes a different economic model to capitalism.
• to question everything that has been solid, steadfast, safe and secure including our democracy - how safe is it from being taken hostage and dismantled by a rogue corrupt psychopath?

Uncertainty has taught us that it's okay to discard or change what we have been used to for so long, and life didn't seem possible without it.

But it is possible. After the devastating destruction 2020 has brought, we begin to understand what isn't important and what is essential:

• a university degree vs. entrepreneurship and life skills
• a highly paid job vs. jobsatisfaction at lower income
• material success vs. mental and spiritual wellbeing
• flying on holiday vs. holidaying in a camper van independly from hotels and public transport
• lots of overtime vs. more time with family and friends
• keyboard activism vs. meaningful local community work
• Starbucks coffee vs. home-brewed coffee
• etc.

Uncertainty is part of everyday life, and that's why it is also important to create stability represented by the Hierophant to alleviate fear of the unknown.

The year of the Hierophant offers us immense opportunities to begin again in all areas of life.

Emphasis is on the collective and community building. Learning and teaching beyond schools and universities. Flexible working. Mental health. Taking care of others and our planet.

There is a need to step away and emotionally detach from tribal thinking to see the bigger picture and heal polarised communities.

Consciously reject anyone stirring up hatred, aggression and division and instead seeking and encouraging meaningful dialogue that brings people together.

The traditional RWS image of the Hierophant depicts two acolytes kneeling in front of a religious figurehead.

They seem to listen and absorb his every word.

In today's world, many people feel lost and look for new guidance due to chaotic governance, uncertainty and the fallout of the pandemic.

It is easy for manipulators to take advantage of this situation by spreading misinformation and antagonism.

During the year of the Hierophant, it is important for us all to be discerning and aware of how easily we can fall for gaslighters with dark hidden agendas.

Always keep an open mind, allow yourself to change your point of view and avoid emotional attachment to specific groups, movements, parties and personalities.

The Hierophant also represents philosophy. During this year, explore your personal philosophy - your values, ethics, and rules to live by.

Write your personal Manifesto. There is more guidance on how to write your Manifesto HERE.

The year of the Hierophant will be another year of ups and downs, but we will also begin the slow process of rebuilding and reforming the crumbling structures we have been used to for so long.

More than ever this also includes discarding old, out-dated habits and beliefs to make way for new and better possibilities.

Warmest wishes,

Christiane

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