Tarot Reflections
November 2015

November 2015 Tarot Forecast
By Adrienne Abeyta

Aries

Strength (3 of Cups)  Resilience is one of the greatest powers you could have because in the face of any upset you’re able to find shelter within. As you encounter a familiar obstacle this month, keep in mind that nothing or no one can make you feel anything you don't consent to. Your emotional reaction comes from within your own well of feelings. Don't blame others for your feelings no matter how involved they appear to be. During times of intense emotional experiences you must not disregard your feelings as trivial or attach to them as facts. There is always a root to something deeper within. This month a passionate infatuation will captivate you. Rather than falling for the object, use the passion to ignite an area of your life that has been ignored. This is a good time to rekindle an old hobby, participate in a cause or fall in love with yourself all over again. 

Images from the Ancestral Path Tarot, by Julie Cuccia-Watts, published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc.

Taurus

Moon (5 of Pentacles)  Money is a symbol of value, a currency of worth and an often an object of obsession. When used as a measurement of personal value it tends to obscure the importance of internal resources. The concept of wealth and poverty should not be based on what or how much you have because everything in the physical world is temporary. In a society that profits from your insecurity, why give your power to a concept that doesn't pertain to the priceless resources within. Value is subjective. You’re not your house, your car, your money or even your body for that matter. Why limit yourself to anything impermanent? Although you may be experiencing a rough patch in the material world, this shouldn’t prevent you from feeling secure about who you are. Trust your internal resources and know the importance of who you are. Don't sell yourself short.

Images from the Steampunk Tarot, by Barbara Moore and Aly Fell, published by Llewellyn Worldwide.

Gemini

Temperance (10 of Pentacles)  If it’s possible not to have enough, then it must also be possible to have too much. Isn't it interesting how suffering from the fear of less is more frequent than the fear of too much?  It has become an accepted practice to overindulge in pleasure, consume what is unneeded and collect stuff as a symbol of success. Yet this isn’t actually fulfilling, it’s a temporary fix to an insatiable desire, a banal existence masquerading behind hedonism. There is no end to this, there is only imbalance. Notice how this affects your life.  Do you value money at the expense of time?  Do you engage in shallow relationships only to amplify your loneliness? Imagine how you could harmonize your experiences and your desires to garner true fulfillment. Perhaps by letting go of excess, you can create space for depth. As you seek to restore an equilibrium to your life, you will find that purpose is not what you have but who you are and how you express this. Life, like alchemy, is a process of mixing and blending. The key, however is moderation. 

Images from the Beautiful Creatures Tarot, by J.r. Rivera and Jasmine Becket-Griffith, published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.

Cancer 

Hanged Man (9 of Swords)  Powerlessness is something everyone experiences at some time or another; typically, it generates fear causes a lot of stress and changes the way you view reality. Most often this feeling is provoked by an event and consequently, your response influences the outcome for better or worse. When you feel most immobilized or paralyzed by your fears, you in turn doubt any chance for change, thus perpetuating the situation and uncomfortable feelings. Your fears forbid change when you concentrate on them. Don't let what you can't do stand in the way of what you can. Sometimes the best way to empower yourself is to surrender to the situation. By surrendering, you allow the natural flow of events to lead you, to teach you and to humble you. The more trapped you feel, the less you should to think. Remind yourself each day to learn from your worries. Stay present with what is and simply observe.

Images from the Ancestral Path Tarot, by Julie Cuccia-Watts, published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc.

Leo

World (10 of Cups)  Happiness is a form of freedom earned through the practice of seeing the best in everything and everyone. This isn’t a superficial attempt at optimism but a deep reverence in the process of life. Naturally there are struggles and lots of ugliness, yet when you focus your attention on seeing the bigger picture, every experience contains within it the option of freedom. Life is a dance of duality, a mirroring of opposites, a puzzle of confusing pieces. Dance wildly, respect that everything has its place and find the magic in every moment. Peace of mind leads to happiness of heart. You deserve this. Your life is progressing perfectly on course and this month you’ll be blessed with an inner sense of ease, even if the outer world is turbulent. Sound too good to be true? Well then, maybe for you it is. There are 1,440 minutes in a day, I'm sure you can afford a moment to celebrate your life. By the way, those trying to expand your family, congratulations. 

Images from the Steampunk Tarot, by Barbara Moore and Aly Fell, published by Llewellyn Worldwide.

Virgo 

Hermit (3 of Wands)  Time alone can often be the best remedy for recovery. Within the silence of solitude, you can clearly hear the wisdom of your inner voice even if it's drowned out by your worries. Feelings of emptiness, confusion and fear often provoke a search for deeper meaning. Don't discount what's uncomfortable. If you can tolerate the discomfort, you have the opportunity for real personal growth because nothing remains unchanged. Wisdom is sometimes as simple as seeing something you've looked at a million times, differently. However, you must let go of expectations and entitlements. No one ever promised that life would be without suffering yet it is possible to transform that suffering into purpose. Magic is abound. Allow yourself to wander off the beaten path and discover something intriguing. Life is a beautiful mystery. Slow down and enjoy the adventure.

Images from the Beautiful Creatures Tarot, by J.r. Rivera and Jasmine Becket-Griffith, published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.

Libra 

Magician (3 of Swords) 

Pain isn't a choice but suffering is; the mental anguish you experience is proportionate to the resistance of accepting what’s occurred. In other words, feel your feelings but don't wallow in self-pity. If you believe that the world’s happening to you, you lose the capacity to initiate change, and as a result feel powerless. But, when you respond to challenges through the spiritual force of your resources, not only do you have more of an effect on your reality, you also gain more confidence in yourself. Why let something out there rob you of what you have inside. Equanimity is the spiritual resource you need to practice this month. Do not be victimized by mental negativity (your own included). Detach and you will either see how to solve the dilemma or how to accept it and move on.

Images from the Ancestral Path Tarot, by Julie Cuccia-Watts, published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc.

Scorpio 

Chariot (Page of Pentacles)

As children we expect to get our own way simply because we should; however  with maturity we learn that there are other competing factors to contend with. As you develop self-control and a respect for boundaries, you realize that accomplishing your goals is far more contingent on your behavior than a luck of the draw. Your emotions, while important, must be controlled if you are to make conscious decisions.  So too, when you align your mind and your heart with a goal, you can surmount any challenge that stands in the way. You learn that success is not based on getting what you want but being who you want. Be deliberate this month, not reactive! Don't allow your pride to control your actions. When you encounter a power struggle, let it bring put the best in you.

Images from the Steampunk Tarot, by Barbara Moore and Aly Fell, published by Llewellyn Worldwide.

Sagittarius 

High Priestess (4 of Pentacles)  You may need to shift your perspective from relying too heavily on your logical mind to trusting your intuitive and physical sensations. All is not as it appears, and in your quest to 'figure it out' you may miss something of greater value. Be patient with the unfolding of events. The outcome you seek is not ready. You will encounter an opportunity disguised as a problem this month. Trust your gut and don't overreact. The process will take the tone you set - go slowly. Begin by detaching from your worries so that you can realign with your inner knowing. The answers will be revealed in the most unusual ways. This is not a good time for any extravagant purchases. You may also want to take caution around loans or other financial documents. If you receive some bad news, get a second opinion. For those inclined toward the intuitive arts, this is a great time to take a class or begin practicing on others. Your intuition can be put to great use.

Images from the Beautiful Creatures Tarot, by J.r. Rivera and Jasmine Becket-Griffith, published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.

Capricorn

Devil (6 of Pentacles)  Two golden laws of the universe state that what goes up, must come down, and for every cause there is an equal effect. While these laws were intended to describe the physical universe, it reasons that they also describe a behavioral paradigm. For what you do, say and think creates a cause that will in some way encounter an effect. This exchange is commonly referred to as karma, which also insists that your current condition is a result of your past actions. Can you recognize how you have attracted both positive and negative? Rather than feel that you are helpless, use this awareness to create a conscious reality. Be mindful of what you want: if it is validation, then praise someone else; if it is love, then be loving; or if it is wealth, share your prosperity with others. Also, be honest about your own weaknesses and don't project them on others. What you react to is a reflection of your own inner world. 

Images from the Ancestral Path Tarot, by Julie Cuccia-Watts, published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc.

Aquarius

Sun (9 of Pentacles) 

Confidence must be recognized and honored both in yourself and in others. If you don’t believe in yourself, how will anyone else? Developing a deeper acceptance of your Self requires that you become less dependent upon what you have and more concerned with who you are. Equally, what you think about you is more important than what they think. When you're comfortable being you, you give others permission to be comfortable too. There's no need for competition or fear of loss because you are not defined by anything. You are an important part of the world, allow your specialness to come through. By the middle of the month, you will uncover a brilliant treasure – one that cannot be destroyed, but can most certainly be employed. If you have been thinking about a career change, a major move, or a risky business venture, now is your time to strike! Let your conscience be your guide.

Images from the Steampunk Tarot, by Barbara Moore and Aly Fell, published by Llewellyn Worldwide.

Pisces

Star (7 of Swords)  Fear can either be like a partition separating you from faith or it can act as a catalyst, inspiring you to believe in something greater. Although fear might cause you to doubt yourself and your connection to a higher power, if you retreat from conflict, you will deny yourself the opportunity to strengthen your faith. Be honest with how you have fooled yourself into settling for something you’re not truly connected to. Notice the ways in which you contradict yourself by saying, ‘show me a sign,’ then look the other way lamenting that you are all alone. Messages are everywhere when you trust your own inner guidance. Be vigilant of your mind’s silly rationales and naive justifications, for this non-sense will stifle your faith.  Believe nothing only on the basis of logic, trust everything simply on the basis of possibility, then live discriminately through the practice of faith.

Images from the Beautiful Creatures Tarot, by J.r. Rivera and Jasmine Becket-Griffith, published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.