Hi friends,
Still at the lake, still thinking about my shadow. Something unexpected that came from my quarantine TikTok obsession was a deep, cold plunge into WitchTok. Seventy-five percent of my For You Page is now witchy resource videos, past life regression stories, and prompts to work with and heal your shadow. Shadow work is all about getting in touch with the hidden parts of your personality — the parts you don’t consciously identify with. Getting to know your shadow is important to becoming a whole person (just ask Carl Jung), conquering your insecurities, and healing those dark, hurting parts of your being that you tend to ignore.
I’ve been thinking a lot about how I can’t be a whole person without reconciling my shadow’s hurt. And oddly enough, WitchTok has been helpful in doing so! Journaling with shadow work prompts from creators like Kristen Hunt really helps to get to the root of those insecurities and actually make progress on them.
Take a crack at this prompt this week: “What emotion do you try to avoid the most? Why are you afraid of letting yourself feel this emotion?” I hope it helps bring you some clarity as we head into this week.
Art: @steveespopowers
Your reading for the week…
Aries: Four of Pentacles Reversed
Your guard has been up for so long, protecting everything you worked so hard to achieve. It feels a little uncomfortable now that the universe is calling you to loosen up the reigns a little bit. You need to make a little room to let other blessings in, Aries! And while you’re at it, don’t be afraid to share a little bit of that abundance you’ve accumulated. It’ll help make room for the next trophy on your shelf.
Taurus: Nine of Cups
Last week was really rejuvenating for you, and your cup is feeling full! But you and I both know there is still work to be done, until you feel like you’re across that emotional finish line. What can you do to keep that momentum this week? How can you use that full cup to water your crops, so you can ultimately reap the rewards? Emotional work is never really over!
Gemini: Eight of Cups
You’ve finally said enough is enough — and dear Gemini, good for you. There is only so much emotional baggage on person can carry! I know you’re trying to take it all with you as you move on with your life, but consider how you can lighten your load. There are people and patterns that no longer serve you, which you still hold desperately in your grasp. Let go as you set off into the night. A water sign in your life may be able to help you with this.
Cancer: Knight of Pentacles Reversed
You’re losing momentum on that new venture, huh? It’s okay, it happens. Try to identify where the hold up is this week. Is it a lack of self-discipline, not being able to accept anything less-than-perfect, or did you just get bored? Probably a combination of the three, right? Try to re-center your focus this week so you can reach your goal. Don’t be afraid to ask for help in doing so.
Leo: Five of Swords Reversed
Holding onto a grudge doesn’t feel good, does it? You’re coming to a point this week where you’re ready to forgive… and kinda forget. Turns out resentment isn’t an emotion that’s all that conducive to moving forward. Sure, you can learn from your mistakes (and from the mistakes of others!), but the final step is letting go of the consequences and moving forward. You’ll feel better once you do.
Virgo: Ten of Cups Reversed
Everything was supposed to feel perfect, so why does it feel so… incomplete? This is the worst feeling, Virgos, and my heart hurts for you this week! You might be feeling like you’ve put in all the work to have a happy, emotionally healthy life, but instead you’re left wanting more. All I have to say is this: gut feelings are guardian angels. Pay attention to them.
Libra: Ace of Pentacles Reversed
You are caught up on a new idea — something in the material realm, perhaps a new home or a new job. There is a huge opportunity in front of you, but you’re unsure of how to proceed. This has you stuck in place, looking out onto the horizon, knowing where you want to go but unable to pursue it. Ask! For! Help! The opportunity isn’t totally lost, and you may still be able to salvage it — or a variation on it.
Scorpio: The Moon Reversed
Deny, deny, deny! Go ahead and hide it, Scorpios, but that inner confusion and conflict you’re feeling isn’t going to go away if you ignore it. If you skipped the intro, go back and read it. It sounds like right now, shadow work is just what the doctor ordered. Go ahead and release that fear of the unknown, and recognize the parts of yourself that are only harmful to your well-being. By naming them, you can help heal them.
Sagittarius: Seven of Pentacles Reversed
You reap what you sow, but sometimes the harvest period takes a little longer than you expected. Be patient, Rams! It might be helpful to spend some time this week thinking about a long-term vision as opposed to short-term wins. The short-term wins are sure good for the ego, but the long-term wins are really what you’re after.
Capricorn: The Sun
You are feeling GOOD this week, Cap, and how powerful that feeling is! Everything feels, frankly, like sunshine and rainbows, which can be hard for grounded folks like yourself to reconcile. How is it possible to feel this… optimistic? Especially in times like these? Turns out that sun radiates from within, doesn’t it? How can you harness that feeling this week and carry it into all your endeavors?
Aquarius: Seven of Wands
Your competitive streak might be making you feel a little isolated this week. If you spend all your time trying to be the best, it doesn’t leave a lot of room for people to join your team. But at the same time, it feels like there is definitely someone trying to steal your sunshine. That threat is real — and this is your week to try and reconcile with it so you can thrive without worry. Call in reinforcements if you need to.
Pisces: King of Swords Reversed
You’re in one of your sticky spots this week, sweet Pisces — one where you’re feeling forced into a situation where you’re not equipped to show up. Return to that mantra of “inner power.” You’ve got plenty of it, certainly enough to get through this situation. Just be sure you’re using your power for good. It sure is easy to wind up in a situation where you’re asked to go in a direction you’re not comfortable with and get manipulated into complying.
*clears throat* Memememememememe
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ This set from @astrowonders ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
On repeat this week…
Art: Beth Garrabrant
“Ow!” I say to no one in particular as I listen to ‘mirrorball’ for the millionth time.
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