Tarot - On the Cards

Those born under the sign of Aries especially women are likely to have a good week with most things being in control and finances helping admirably along. The Queen of Swords and the Ten of Pentacles ensure that there is a crystal-clear vision about plans and how life ought to pan out. This is particularly true of women in control – at home, in the workspace and in the general improvement of aspects of life. Mothers, sisters and wives will hold sway this week and this can be a refreshing change for men who might have to constantly make decisions and feel burdened by it. Aries men will have feminine energies ruling their lives this week and this is a great thing as the female energies are instinctive and they are mostly right. 

Taureans be sure that this week holds great clarity for you in terms of the path ahead. It can be in any area of your life and you will know what has to be done to make everything better. Also, in all this, the Universe provides a great helping hand as per the Ace of Swords which is most supportive in all your endeavours. The King of Cups shows that there is a lot of turbulence being handled with aplomb and your kingly demeanour will display nothing of what you are going through. The card also shows good control over emotions and looks at the big picture of progress and evolution.  You have your mind in a good grip and don’t allow for any fanciful stories it might be giving you. Right now, it is about being practical and prudent. 

It is likely that many young Geminis are going to be wooed and feted in the coming days – so the unmarried or the unattached can look forward to proposals, propositions and offers of companionship in the best manner possible. The Six of Cups indicates a lot of appreciation coming your way and you will be pleasantly surprised with all the attention. This combined with the Three of Pentacles shows that this is like the time to lay the foundation for a good future, especially when it comes to relationships. Sometimes along with the making of new friendships and bonds, there will also be an economic element to it making it a joint step towards a rewarding financial future. The combination is very attractive and do look out for opportunities.

Fathers with unmarried or unattached offspring might well have to look at the status of the children being single. Or if not so, the growth and development of relationships could be it. And this can be a cause of concern or preoccupation, making it a few days of anxiety or at best a gnawing feeling of having to speed things up on that front. Also because a sudden wedding or commitment will also involve money and planning — so being caught off guard can be something to think about. The King of Pentacles indicates a preoccupation with the financials of this year and of the days ahead as planning and working things out in that sphere is paramount at this point. The Six of Swords deals with relationships.

Fathers with unmarried or unattached offspring might well have to look at the status of the children being single. Or if not so, the growth and development of relationships could be it. And this can be a cause of concern or preoccupation, making it a few days of anxiety or at best a gnawing feeling of having to speed things up on that front. Also because a sudden wedding or commitment will also involve money and planning — so being caught off guard can be something to think about. The King of Pentacles indicates a preoccupation with the financials of this year and of the days ahead as planning and working things out in that sphere is paramount at this point. The Six of Swords deals with relationships.

For Virgos, the coming week can be tricky. What is, need not be so and there are ‘many a slip between the cup and the lip.’ Things might seemingly go your way but will change course in the last-minute causing frustration and irritation, generally taking the joy out of everything. The Hanged Man is indicative of that, while the Eight of Swords shows the frustration and self-inflicted annoyance. Self-inflicted because you are the person who is holding you back. If you are going to live by other people’s standards and yardsticks, then this can be even more self-sabotaging. So think before you react to anything. People around you are likely to suffocate you with unintentional affection and attention. 

It is going to be a lovely week for Librans, especially women. They are going to be on top of things and be the reigning queens of all that they survey. The Empress and the Nine of Pentacles both show a very propitious time when it comes to money most certainly but also when it concerns people and all their doings. You will be able to see clearly through all intentions and attitudes giving you an edge over decision making and be able to see things for what they and who they are. Celebratory occasions like engagements, births and new ventures are likely in the coming days. A great time to bring out the feminine energy and worship the Goddess within.

Are you planning to build or buy a house? Because the time seems to be good for both. Metaphorically speaking, it could also mean creating great bonds and family circumstances within the walls of your mind. The Four of Wands brings the physical element of creating a happy home forward, while the Four of Pentacles shows the money involved and also the thinking behind this kind of an investment. But the flip side of thinking and planning too much is that you are likely to give yourself many reasons not to make this commitment thereby losing a golden opportunity to create a great asset. 

There seems to be a lot going on in your mind right now. The adage, still waters run deep, is applicable to you at this point as you cogitate between options being presented to you as well as your ruling relationships are concerned. Also when the moon waxes and wanes, the feelings and emotions are heightened, and you feel the confusion and its effects. The Two of Swords taken literally, shows you being in the cusp of important decision-making time. You are clear about the options, but still find it difficult to commit to any one of them. The Eight of Wands brings with it the fire of ambition that could well be realised provided you don’t overthink.

All good things come to an end, just as all uncomfortable and painful things also come to an end. So the good and the bad keep alternating to keep life interesting and challenging. The week ahead seems to show that if you have been on a high and extremely popular all this time, then there could be some spokes in the wheel now. If there has been stardom and a lot of public appreciation, there is likely to be a dip temporarily. The Star card shows up along with Death which indicates changes and that can be unnerving. The thing to do at a time like this is to view everything in a detached manner. 

If there is a home away from home in your life, then thinking about it could cause you some sadness. You long to be there, just as you love being where you are. There could be people, memories and things that will come to the forefront this week to bring about some deep nostalgia and yearning. The Two of Wands shows that while you are busy pursuing your life, work and career goals, there are things out there that are also important to connect with. The Queen of Cups brings about some sort of grief that you cannot even understand. Do try to be rational about everything, because there is not a whole lot you can do to alleviate such feelings.

Are you not seeing what the Universe is offering you? Or are you refusing to acknowledge something that is right before your eyes? Either way, this is something for you to ruminate and figure out so that you get the best that is being offered to you. The Four of Cups indicates a certain refusal to acknowledge emotions that are counterproductive to your growth. And this comes along with the Ace of Cups which shows there is much you can achieve if you can get past this. In fact, once you are able to look past your own confusion, you will understand how much you are being supported by the Universe and its gifts.