By Adrienne Abeyta
This month's TarotScopes features different decks. See the individual scopes for identification and publisher. - Ed.
Aries
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Death (7 of Pentacles)
It is a period to reflect on last season’s harvest, to choose what to use and what to discard. This is an important time for letting go of relationships, situations and attitudes that no longer serve you. Be careful of how you spend your time and who you spend it with. An important relationship will be tested in an unlikely way; but don’t fight it, your response will yield the result you deserve. Prepare for some hard work ahead when a project you take on this month has more to it than you realize. Once all is said and done, though, there’s much to be gained.
Images from the Magic Manga Tarot published by AGMuller Urania.
Taurus
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Magician (4 of Swords)
Quiet your mind and you will find a side of yourself you never imagined. This is a particularly powerful time for activating your goals and seeing through obstacles. “No better time than the present” is a perfect affirmation for making things happen, and everything you need is lined up now. Whatever has been on hold will now begin to flow, but it’s up to you to direct this energy decisively. Feel confident about your words and actions because others may look to you to lead. A synchronistic event will likely be the catalyst for your next project – stay open!
Images from the Tarot of the Magical Forest published by Lo Scarabeo for Llewellyn Worldwide.
Gemini
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Lovers (8 of Pentacles)
Choices reflect values, so be sure to value what you do. A new aspect in your life will require a great deal of your attention and creative focus. In a relationship you may find that it is your turn to shoulder the burden of responsibility; but before taking on too much, be sure you’re ready. In work a recent decision may lead you down a less-familiar path, yet it will also solidify some of your long-term goals. Commitment is the word of the month. If your heart isn’t in it, your commitment is ineffective.
Images from the Mystic Faerie Tarot published by Llewellyn Worldwide.
Cancer
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Moon (8 of Cups)
The past always has an odd way of showing up in the present, particularly when feelings are intense. This month, an emotional situation may trigger some of your forgotten tendencies – that is to say, behaviors you thought you had left behind. You cannot avoid facing the reality of this situation no matter how much you deny it. Something or someone will likely bring out the worst in you. Though your judgment may be thwarted, you ultimately make the decisions, and in the end you are the only one to blame. Denial might seem easier now, but will only lead to harder times.
Images from the 8-Bit Tarot created by Indigo Kelleigh.
Leo
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Judgment (5 of Wands)
Free yourself from the friction that is caused by imaginary strife. How? Realize that nothing is bad, but that our thinking leads us to believe it is. Look deeply at what is troubling you most and you’ll discover that you have room for more movement than you think. The energy you’re wasting on this disruption is precisely what’s needed to solve your dilemma. Even though you’re feeling frustrated, recognize how focusing on what you don’t have instead of focusing on what you want is perpetuating the problem. Where your attention goes, so it grows; where your attention is not, so it rots.
Images from the Tarot of Dreams created by Ciro Marchetti.
Virgo
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Wheel of Fortune (5 of Pentacles)
New opportunities for growth can emerge from the challenges of the past, but you must show up to claim your golden ticket. Poverty consciousness is not only about what you have or don’t have, it’s a mindset that keeps you from the abundance of the universe and the intelligence of the master plan. Look within yourself to find wealth and you may discover that what you thought was missing was simply misplaced. How do you expect to get more, when you neglect what you already have? The golden ticket is recognizing that nothing will satisfy you if you cannot satisfy yourself.
Images from the Smith-Waite Tarot: Centennial Edition Deck published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc.
Libra
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Tower (Knight of Pentacles)
It’s time to pick up the pieces and begin again, and in this case it’s useless to dwell on what went wrong. An area of life that seems to be in chaos is merely a bit out of order and requires your immediate attention. Take advantage of this and design a more appropriate course of action. The Full Moon on the 6th is sure to deliver this interesting detour, and, although it may hurt a little, it is not the end of the world. Take extra care of your health this month and don’t take on more than you can handle.
Images from the Tarot of the Magical Forest published by Lo Scarabeo for Llewellyn Worldwide.
Scorpio
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Hermit (9 of Cups)
Quality time is best spent alone, emptying your mind of meaningless mental clutter. After the bustle of your work week, find time to contemplate your inner world. Purposeful reflection paves the way for you to forge new paths; this is a time for dreaming. You may wish to escape heavy emotions or boredom, but if you can stay with those feelings, you’ll find a place of peace. Avoid the temptation to bury yourself in work or pleasure – stay present and focused. Search your heart for the dreams you’ve overlooked. If you can dream it, you can do it!
Images from the Smith-Waite Tarot: Centennial Edition Deck published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc.
Sagittarius
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Star (7 of Cups)
Dream the impossible dream… Your imagination is quite fertile this month so feel free to plant seeds of fantasy. Visions may unexpectedly bombard both your waking and dreaming mind, and within them are buried treasures. To reap their value, though, you must discriminate with your rational mind. Find ways to connect with your deeper feelings: listen to music, meditate, walk in nature, and spend quality time with those you care about. Most importantly, have faith and trust that the language of your images is as essential as that of your logical mind. Strange coincidences can yield favorable results, but only if you let them.
Images from the Silver Era Tarot published by Schiffer Publishing.
Capricorn
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Chariot (9 of Pentacles)
Taking action can be done in one of two ways: reactively or responsibly. You are known for getting things done effectively; this month, however, notice when you are trying to control a situation simply to appease your frustration. When you force things too quickly, sometimes you miss out on the bigger picture. Learn to sit with your feelings before bulldozing your way through a situation. The final touches to a project are not as simple as you hoped. Don’t worry as everything will work out, although you’ll need to be patient in order to see the missing pieces.
Images from the Mystic Faerie Tarot published by Llewellyn Worldwide.
Aquarius
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Temperance (2 of Wands)
A conflict you are struggling with has a much easier solution than you currently realize. However, to see this you must refrain from black and white thinking. There is a middle ground that will lead you to personal fulfillment – a middle ground of both positive and negative elements. If you deny your faults, they will follow you forever. Don’t let your pride prevent you from admitting a mistake, even if it costs you something or someone. A strange occurrence around the 21st will inspire new goals – be open to the possibilities regardless of what others think.
Images from the Tarot of Dreams created by Ciro Marchetti.
Pisces
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Hanged Man (3 of Wands)
Take heed this month and work on cultivating more patience. Make any impetuous moves and you’ll undermine a fragile project in the making. As excitement builds, so does your desire to know; however, in your quest for answers you may inadvertently make a preemptive strike. Wait until after the 12th for the pieces to begin falling in place – until then, find other ways to channel your energy. A merger of sorts is on the horizon, but before making any business commitments, be sure to read the fine print. Think carefully, too, before acting on romantic impulses.
Images from the 8-Bit Tarot created by Indigo Kelleigh.