Stoic Guidance and Your Tarot for Saturday, 13th July 2024

Hello, dear tarot seekers. We have drawn together today the King of Wands, the Five of Swords, and the Six of Swords. Let’s travel with the stoic wisdom into the rich imagery these cards hold.

The first card, the King of Wands, is usually associated with natural-born leadership, vision, and entrepreneurship. In a stoic perspective, it reminds us of the words from Marcus Aurelius,

“The soul becomes dyed with the color of its thoughts.”

This is a reminder to align your thoughts with your actions. Try not to be swayed by transient emotions or external circumstances. As a king, you are in control of your kingdom (your life), and it is critical that you lead with wisdom, confidence, and most importantly, self-awareness. Always walk with the flame of passion in your heart, but don’t forget to enlighten your mind too.

Now, let’s transition to the second card, the Five of Swords. A classic depiction of conflict, defeat, and betrayal. What can this card teach us from a stoic viewpoint? Epictetus once proclaimed,

“Men are disturbed not by events, but by the views which they take of them.”

External conflicts are inevitable, just as we cannot control the actions of others. Yet, we possess full control over our reaction and inner peace. Experiencing betrayal or defeat does not make you weak or lesser. It’s an opportunity for growth. Seek to understand, learn from these experiences and move forward.

Finally, we have the Six of Swords - a card of transition and changes. As stoics, we learn from Seneca’s eternally relevant wisdom,

“If a man knows not to which port he sails, no wind is favorable.”

Your journey, with all its turbulence, is leading you somewhere better. The wind of change is blowing, and you must set your sails. Embrace this transformation, have a clear-minded vision of where you want to get, and trust the process.

As today’s reading reaches an end, the cards impart on you a journey of self-discovery, growth, and transformation. They ask you to lead with wisdom, navigate through conflicts head-on and set sail towards your brighter horizon.

Here is your journaling prompt for this introspective Saturday:

“Reflect on the King, Five, and Six of Swords in your personal life. How are the themes of leadership, conflict, and transition, presenting themselves in your life? How can you apply stoic philosophy to guide yourself through these situations?”