A Journey Towards Magical Momentum - Tarot Reading for August 13th, 2024

There is a beautiful promise of personal growth and acceleration in today’s tarot reading. The cards drawn are the The Star, Eight of Wands, and the Six of Swords. Each card tells a unique story about the progression of life, the journey we’re on, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.

The Star opens our reading today, a beacon of hope in uncertain times. She beckons you to trust in life and to follow the illuminated path ahead, even if it’s not clearly defined yet. The Star is the embodiment of the famous Stoic quote “The stars are in their courses, they control not themselves, but obey necessity.” What can appear as chaos or randomness is in fact a part of a larger order in the universe. It asks you to renew your faith in the universe and its workings. Acknowledge that the universe is an orderly, rational place and that you are a part of this larger picture.

Next, we progress to the Eight of Wands, a card representing swiftness and rapid motion. Motion here is not just physical but intellectual and emotional too. It signifies that once you embark on the illuminated path, progress can be swift. The motion indicates a release of energy so powerful it seems impossible to contain. The Eight of Wands is acknowledgement of Seneca’s words, “If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favourable.” With the alignment created by The Star, the winds are now favourable. You are reminded that clear intentions and knowing your direction can result in a swift, magical advancement.

Finally, the Six of Swords brings forth the image of a journey, a transition towards calmness and mental clarity. Like a boat making its way across turbulent waters towards tranquil shores, you too are on a journey to find peace of mind and resolution. Reflecting on the words of Marcus Aurelius, “The art of living is more like wrestling than dancing,” the Six of Swords points towards the calm after the storm, reinforcing that life is a delicate art form of maintaining balance amidst turmoil.

Today’s reading encourages you to trust in the harmonious workings of the universe, to harness the power of clear intentions, and to persist on your journey towards mental clarity. Like a star guiding you through the dark, trust the journey ahead. Let the magic of swift progress take you forward and remember that the difficult times are merely crossing points on your quest for tranquillity.

For your journalling session today, reflect on these questions: How are you placing your trust in the universe’s workings? What clear intentions can you set for yourself to harness the energy of swift progress? And finally, in what way do you perceive your journey: are you wrestling through life or gracefully dancing along its experiences?