I was doing some organizing the other day and found my very very first Tarot workbook.  When I was first learning, I put together this journal of card meanings, along with copies of the cards and many correspondences as well. I even color matched when I could LOL

I even had my I ching trigram symbol chart and the Tree of Life as well. I think I was trying to cover all my bases back then. I still do that. I like seeing what is out there to learn!

Looking through it, I can see I was pretty much noting the basic meanings, those that were attached to the cards long ago, which is a good way to learn the basic ideas.  Some I still agree with and some I don't. But that is what learning is all about, finding what works for you and letting go of what doesn't.

Finally got around to getting more of these lovely velvet bags to store my more used cards in.
They are perfect for all of my decks large and small.

​I found them here if you need some!

The Emperor

Structure and order. Crossing the T's and dotting the I's.  Getting things done.  The Emperor gives you stability and security by taking care of business and managing the day to day. A great time for leadership and thinking logically to tie up loose ends or control chaos when too much is going on around you.
Stick to plans, categorize and organize.  Once you get the basics taken care of and groundwork layed you can relax knowing you got it done and can concentrate on other things.

The Art of Life quote is a great summary: "First say to yourself what you would be: and then do what you have to do." - Epictetus

Osho Zen Tarot - Thunderbolt XVI 🔥
The equivalent of the tarot decks, Tower card, this is an earth shaking upheaval. Your sense of security is feeling challenged and you want to grab hold tightly but you must let it  go. If you allow this inner earthquake to happen, you will learn so much and emerge from this much stronger. After this storm, the air clears and is calm again.   Try not to get too caught up in the destruction. You know it's happening, you know it has to happen but try to face it calmly, knowing once it is over  things will be better.

Wild Unknown Animal Spirit - Swan - water energy 🌊

This is a effortless creative energy. The fluid realm of writing, creating and reflecting. A potent healing energy not to be taken lightly.  When swan energy shows up your soul is calling for attention. Some solo time. Listen to your inner voice, it has things to tell you.
In balance - infinite and creative power
out of balance - agitated, lacking vision
to bring balance - take time to be alone, write or journal your thoughts

Taken together:  Maybe taking the structure and organization of The Emperor, you can create a place of comfort for yourself. Knowing the big things are taken care of you can relax and have a place to retreat to when things get chaotic.  Using the fluid creativity of the Swan, you listen to your inner voice when things start to spiral, find time to be alone and again using the energy of The Emperor, take time to write your thoughts, organize them so the chaos is tamed.

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