Tarot Tuesday 5-26-09
It seems it is already time for another Tarot Tuesday. I’ll tell you, the year is just flying by! And I can’t believe I’ve already been through many of my “working” Tarot decks to do readings for the blog. Guess it’s time to invest in some new ones. So today, after asking Spirit which deck to use, I was drawn to the Lord of the Rings Tarot, whose High Priestess Major Arcana card is shown here:
Our question today comes from Amber, who writes:
“For most of my life I’ve been stuck in a cycle of motivation/productivity and depression/procrastination. I thought I was having some leave way with this issue, but it just comes right back again. A friend of mine believes I have a mental illness and should get treatment, but I’m unsure. Should I seek professional help or is this something I can and should solve on my own?”
Before I ask the Tarot to help Amber with her question, I’d like to point something out to everyone reading this: I am not a doctor, and I cannot diagnose or prescribe anything. It’s important for us all to realize that divination tools can be helpful in guiding us to make better decisions, but we must all be responsible for the decisions we make, and we must be proactive in helping ourselves, especially when we’re talking about the area of mental and physical health. There is nothing more important than our well-being, and sometimes, we need professionals to aid us in achieving our optimum potential. There is nothing shameful about recognizing a need for assistance and asking for it. I have sought help from a professional therapist over the years, and I often refer clients to doctors, psychologists, or other professionals that may benefit them more than a reading from a medium. Please don’t ever hesitate to consult a mental health practitioner or a medical doctor if you feel you need assistance.
That said, let’s look at Amber’s question with the help of the Tarot.
I concentrated on Amber’s question and asked for the highest and best advice to be given to her concerning this issue. I then shuffled and cut the deck, dealing out the following 5 cards:
Card 1: Ace of Swords
Card 2: Five of Cups
Card 3: Major Arcana The Fool
Card 4: Four of Coins
Card 5: Knight of Cups
As I look at the cards Spirit has brought to Amber and consider her concerns, my eyes go immediately to the card in the center, Major Arcana The Fool. In this particular deck, The Fool is depicted as Gollum, the creature who has been adversely affected by the ring of power. Gollum began life as a Hobbit, but the more obsessed he became with the ring, the more he degenerated into a split personality, battling for control of his mind and body. Because Amber asked specifically about her own mental health, I think Spirit is trying to confirm for her in this card the serious nature of the issue at hand. It’s important to note, however, that Gollum is The Fool in this deck–the very first Pip card, the one that reminds us that life is a journey, and that the world is full of possibilities. Things may seem dark to Amber, but there are always choices that can bring light and better energy. The Fool seems to indicate here that Amber should not be afraid to look past herself for the answers to her question, and that this can be the beginning of an important journey in her life. There are endless possibilities for Amber, but she must take the first step–a leap of faith in some ways, but one that will bring meaning and focus to her.
The Ace of Swords in the first position indicates an idea or an opportunity being presented to Amber, and this moment can symbolize a real breakthrough for her. The Five of Cups, indicating sadness and loss, seems to confirm Amber’s depressed feelings and her unhappiness concerning her situation. The Ace of Swords and The Fool advise movement and purpose, urging Amber to take control of the situation. She doesn’t have to do it on her own, as indicated by the appearance of the Knight of Cups as the last card–a possible helper who can lead her in a better direction. The Four of Coins stands firmly on her side, indicating that monetary funds should not deter her from seeking help from a professional. Asking Spirit to lead her to the very best person possible to help with these issues will only warrant success, and should Amber choose this path, she’ll learn a great deal about herself and her own inner strength and purpose.
Amber, I hope this reading helps you, and I wish you nothing but the best as you continue on your life journey. Thank you so much!
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Depression is a serious issue for many people. I never realized just how serious it could be until I witnessed its devastating effects on someone very close to me. If you think you or someone you love may be depressed, consider taking the following online quiz:
http://psychcentral.com/depquiz.htm
A diagnostic tool like this can help you to determine if you need to seek professional help. If you see someone close to you struggling, PLEASE urge them to get help, too. Offer to set up the appointment for her or volunteer to go with her to meet the doctor or therapist. Sometimes this support is all a person needs. Help her help herself.
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Thank you all for joining me for this week’s Tarot Tuesday. I hope you’ll stop by more often. And if you have a question you’d like to see answered on the blog, please leave a comment below or email it to me at info@vandeneynden.biz.
Much love to you all! xo