The artist this week is Juli, @juli_artwork. She is just starting out, so there isn’t much about her that I could find. She is a student studying illustration and her “art captures canids and otherworldly animals with a creative twist.” I especially love her riffs off classic paintings see: Taurus, Gemini, Sagittarius and Pisces . Also check her on Patreon. I love Patreon. It is another way I choose to support artists, 5% of my profit goes to artists there. A way to give back, what art gives to me.
And if you haven’t caught the theme yet, the month of January is in honor of this year being the Chinese year of the Water Rabbit. Rabbits are represented in a variety of cultures. Last week we looked at cultures where they are seen as tricksters. However, in Chinese folklore, rabbits accompany Chang’e, the goddess of the moon, and is represented as one of the zodiacal animals. In Japanese and Korean mythology, they also live on the moon, but they make mochi, a snack of sticky rice. In Vietnam rabbits are seen as symbols of innocence and youthfulness, however, they have replaced the zodiacal rabbit for a zodiacal cat.
Your pondering for the week: What is your favorite food that reminds you of your youth? Why was that food experience special. For fun, try to recreate that feeling.
Solar System highlights
This week the moon starts in Scorpio – follow your passions. On Wednesday it moves into Sagittarius – you might want the weekend to start sooner, but if you have a defined goal this will help you stay on track. And on Friday the moon is in Capricorn – try not to take your work home with you. Hang your problems up with your coat.
No change from last week for the rest of the planets. Mercury (communication and knowledge) is in Capricorn (work and discipline) compromising is key to grease your work wheels. It is also still in retrograde until the 18th. This is a perfect time to reflect, review and redo. After Wednesday we can finally start 2023. Mars (action) is now direct but still in Gemini (communication and knowledge), until March 25th, 2023. This is a 7-month stopover instead of it’s usually 1-2. Mars is pushing us to truthfully talk and follow up with actions. The challenge with this time is your politeness filter has been switched off. So, it is having us double down on how to be constructive with our voice – to promote action not reaction.
Venus (beauty and harmony) is in Aquarius (innovation) until January 26th – where we can focus on updating our environment and how we experience sensuality in our lives. Jupiter (growth) is in Aries (action) until May 24, 2023 – great for manifestation, expansion, and action. And lastly, Saturn (structures) remains in Aquarius until the beginning of March 2023 – so innovating and modernizing your everyday life is its intention.
PS. Signs with an * it is a big week for you. Capricorn this is a perfect time to get an Astrological Tarot Reading for your coming year. And Cancer it is your halfway mark for your birth year, so if you need a Planetary Reading for a check in now is the time. And if you need a quick stocking stuffer. I can supply gift certificates for all my readings.
May light be on you, around you, and within you. Happy Solstice no tarotcast next week so I’ll “see” you all in 2023.
Nina
*****I have changed using the RWS version of the tarot names and now call the suits: pentacles/coins is now Earth, cups is now Water, swords is now Air and wands is now Fire. I did this because I want to work more closely with the elements that these suits represent.
Aries
*Chariot – Finally your planet Mars is moving forward and so the Muse of Movement would like you to take that energy and run with it. This is a great week to start a project, set goals, move your body, and/or take a project to the next phase. And if you don’t know where to start take the advice of Agnes Martin: “Your path is at your feet whether you realize it or not.” The key to this week is just start moving.
Taurus
Eight of Fire – This week has a plethora of messages from a variety of sources. The problem is which one to focus on. The Muse of Messages advises to either write them all down and sort them out next week. Or prioritize the first 8 you receive and focus on working with them. No matter which way you choose, eyes and ears open.
Gemini
Nine of Earth – The Muse of Self Reliance is your cheerleader this week. The path to ease is being confident that you can handle whatever is thrown at you. That you will not only survive but thrive. She reminds you if you are reading this you have endured way worse. Use what you already know to tackle any challenges this week. You got this.
Cancerian
*Magician – Where the past couple of weeks the muses have had you hold back, this week you are given a wand to conjure whatever you need. The Muse of Manifestation is passing you the tools required to experiment and create. This week use your imagination and curiosity to play with ideas and projects that you would like to manifest in the coming months. She reminds you this is not about perfection or expectations. This is about the actions that lead to discovery and materialization.
Leo
*High Priestess – The Muse of Wisdom is here to realign you to you. This week is a deep dive into self-awareness and the rituals of sacredness. Take this time to acknowledge your super-powers. This Muse also questions are you using them wisely? If so set up or create more support for your daily sacred rituals that bring you closer to the source. If not, spend this week re-connecting with the celestial.
Virgo
Queen of Fire – The Muse of Vibrancy is asking you to turn up your volume. Whether that is to add vibrant colors to your wardrobe, show your art or raising your voice to be heard. This Muse would like you to stand out. To express your uniqueness for all the world to see.
Libra
Knight of Air – This week you need to slow down. The Muses warns you to be careful of your extremities. Like not running with scissors, be careful when chopping vegetables and watch where you step. These missteps may happen on the material plane, but you also need to be careful of your words. You can step into a situation with all good intentions but end up stepping on toes. This week walk with more mindfulness.
Scorpio
Ten of Fire– The Muse of Burdens suggests relinquishing some of your tasks this week. Be aware of not overextending your commitments and be realistic of what you can handle. The lesson with working with this muse is to take responsibility for some things but not all things. Others need to learn how to carry their load or learn to help you carry yours.
Sagittarius
Three of Earth – The Muse of Collaboration advises you to work with others this week to create more efficiency and innovation. As they say two heads are better than one, but three heads and six hands are better still.
Capricorn
Page of Earth – The Muse of Critical Thinking is your helper this week. The basic elements of critical thinking are keeping an open mind, asking questions, gathering relevant information, having cognitive flexibility, thinking through to solutions and conclusions. This week is about being reasonable.
Aquarius
Five of Air – This week holds the energy of tension. You can be pulled taunt by the interactions of others. The Muse of Tension advises how to navigate this stormy weather by doing these five things: take a breath before entering a situation or conversation, let go of your ego, be still, let any chaos flow pass you not through you and use silence constructively.
Pisces
Knight of Water – The Muse of Compassion is here to help you navigate the emotional waters within you and others. Choice wisely who you open up to this week. You need to practice your vulnerability but also to discern who is worthy of your heart. This is not a lesson on guardedness but one on ask
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