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Last night I was doing readings, and found myself contemplating 'The Hanged Man' card as it was positioned prominently in a spread. Wildly coincidental given we are having a New Moon in Pisces at the moment, the Hanged Man's associated sign.

I was specifically thinking about how the lesser known aspect of The Hanged Man is its connection with shame, public ridicule & condemnation, something a bit harsher than the way most interpret it today. Many modern definitions seem to overlook this more 'on the nose' aspect, reframing this intense card to into meaning 'seeing things from a different perspective' & 'voluntary sacrifice'. These do fit the bill, they are not wrong & they can be accurate contextually, but it also somewhat neglects + key element rooted in the origins of the cards.

This sense that we are missing something or skirting around the intent of the original concept behind it is not just something we see with the Hanged Man, although that's what I felt compelled to write on today. The entire Tarot (astrology too, really all occult practices) is at times watered down and 'softened' when it comes to how our modern culture typically interprets things.

This is for a few reasons- one being that softening the definitions helps with giving readings to anxious querents that are much more palatable. Another reason being that the age of the internet & fast information makes for swiftly spread, easy to grasp, yet somewhat incomplete interpretations.

One thing about tarot, astrology, and all things esoteric is that while there are indeed complex, rich 'deeper meanings' behind everything, often times the face value depiction is incredibly revealing. The poor man is being hung... sometimes, it is what it is.. 🙃

A significant passage of time has passed so naturally, definitions have evolved, grown and shifted, however tracing our way back to the roots is typically where the good stuff is.

let's get into the history! 🪷

The Hanged Man is originally connected to late Medieval Italian 'shame paintings' known as 'Pittura Infamante'. In English, 'defaming portrait' or 'Infamous painting'.

Tarot cards in their earliest depictions originate in Northern Italy in the early Renaissance period (estimated around the year 1440 specifically). Thus, we know almost certainly that the Hanged Man card was created with these paintings & this cultural context in mind. Of course, Tarot was originally a playing cards game & not used for divination until the late 1700s.

Shame paintings were a late Medieval Italian cultural phenomenon where traitors who left town/disappeared & couldn't be physically executed would instead be punished and disgraced through a detailed, recognisable depiction of them being hung. These paintings would typically be displayed on public buildings for all to see & were usually accompanied by a caption describing the crime. The goal was to strip away their social status and dignity in a society where that level of shunning was one of the greatest forms of punishment.

This practice wasn't just about the inflicting punishing, physical pain part of the depiction. It was also the simple but powerful symbolic statement of depicting someone in such an 'undignified', humiliating position. Upside down = wrong, you are no longer one of us, just someone we laugh at, ridicule and/or look at with overt disgust.

Originally, the Hanged Man tarot card was often known as 'Il Traditore', or 'the Traitor' in English. Off the bat, very much an accusatory tone, implying he is in an agonising position that's been vengefully imposed upon him rather than that he's simply chosen to hang for a bit for some good old soul searching.

With time & a few centuries passing, the Hanged Man became known as 'Le Pendu', (the Hanged Man) or 'L'Appesso', (the Hanging Man'). So as you can see, even in that name change the meaning does start to feel noticeably more abstract and spiritual. The nature of why exactly he is hanging becomes less defined and more up to interpretation.

The man is still hung, but there is a difference between 'he is being hung by others with the intent of social humiliation' and 'bro is just chilling there, he put himself there.. yeah you know, he's just hanging for love of the game'.

By the time Tarot became more solidly established as a divinatory tool rather than a card game, the Hanged Man's definition had very much been reimagined & rehashed into the 'spiritual seeker' definition we more prominently utilise today. So, it is not a dogmatic thing of 'modern interpretation = wrong and bad, older one = good'. It's more about integrating the two and the enrichment of understanding we can gain from that. These definitions are not necessarily opposite, just different elements of the same overarching themes.

Some of these themes to the Hanged Man throughout history include:

🪷 Surrender • sacrifice • to be outcasted (whether in good reason or not) • to feel ungrounded and/or 'undignified' • to literally be socially condemned or punished • empowerment/pleasure in submission to external circumstances • the body being restricted while the soul roams free • humiliation • martyrdom • enlightenment through pain and/or stillness • to be aware of your wrongdoings + the consequences and understand your fate (overlapping the 'traitor' theme and the enlightenment theme) • to be condemned for something when you were in actuality the 'enlightened' one (now we're moving into the Jesus Christ-esque themes). • a need to relax though external circumstances are troubling • feeling stuck •

It's a perfect example of how wonderfully complex Tarot cards are. Each card holds a world of its own and could have an entire book written on just the one. The Hanged Man in a reading can lend itself to any of these interpretations & more depending on the overall message.

Whichever aspect of The Hanged Man you feel inclined to pull from at any given time (the spiritual seeker, the shunned traitor, the misunderstood outcast, etc) the overall themes do stay in tact. It becomes something that prompts us as readers to question and probe further into what each card is telling us rather than coming into a reading expecting a cookie cutter definition of such a beautifully complex card to reveal all.

As renowned Tarot scholar and author Dr. Yoav Ben-Dove wonderfully put it in reference to his 'open reading' method:

‘First, a Tarot card does not have a fixed meaning which can be learned in advance. Rather, the meaning emerges from what we can see in the card during the reading.'

When the Hanged Man appears in a reading, ask yourself:

Why is it he hanging there? Is this someone being hung in a witch hunt, or is it someone who hung themselves as a willful retreat from society? How do they feel about being hung? Do they feel content, distressed, humiliated, blissful? Is this an avoidable position, or are they truly stuck there? What new perspective is this Hanged Man gaining in their state of suspension/isolation/shunning?

The answers will be different nearly every time depending on the spread & the context, and that's part of the magic!

I hope this was informative and thought provoking for those who read it :) I'd love to delve deep into more of the cards in this way, it truly elevates the intensity and depth to a reading when you understand the history & core themes coming through!

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➶♡ ︎1 Queen of Pentacles, Knight of Swords, Five of Swords

Group 1, I'm seeing in these cards someone who is in a lose-lose situation with someone who is persistent.. but flighty, immature, impulsive and short-sighted.

They want you, badly, but they have no idea how approach you in the slow, sensual, serious way that suits your calibre.. let alone treat you that way in the longterm. This person may rush things, coming in with a certainty that you are who they want. When the time comes for them to

follow through with the intensity they charged at you with, they can't. They pursue at full force, & can't seem to find a landing point.

You're the gorgeous, earthy, grounded Queen & they're approaching you with boisterous Knight of swords energy. Five of Swords shows they may even be taking jabs at you or overtly being argumentative & quarrelsome- purely to get your attention. There may even be silent treatment from them. They are frustrated and don't understand why their approach isn't working. You as the Queen of Pentacles is someone who needs slow, steady + real.

Let them stay mad/petty/desperate. They need to learn that this ain't the way. You can't just come at a Queen of Pentacles with nothing to offer except charming words & no follow through, please 🙄

Song: 'Venus in Furs' by Jeff Beck & Johnny Depp

Help, this insanely accurate to the spread 🤣 this is a song about a man submissively obsessed with a woman. Desiring for her to dominate him, bondage, etc. it definitely speaks to this Knight charging towards the Queen but feeling resentful his pursuit isn't working, seeing it as a power play with that five of swords. Maybe seeing you as a bit of a dominatrix/ice queen and finding it hot 👀 (even if that's not true about you lol)

https://open.spotify.com/track/60iaLPpub2l3UZ7e8yGdD5?si=dd-lcrBWQMmN6X--gY98fA

➶♡ 2 Eight of Cups, Emperor rx, Nine of Wands

Wow, I am seeing in this spread that it may be time to leave someone behind this valentines.. You may be dealing with someone who is very much in their 'unhealthy masculine' energy. Someone who is controlling, demanding, domineering, but deep down feels powerless & takes that out on the people around them. Alternatively, a reversed Emperor can speak to a man/person (usually a man, but not always) who is simply absent, out of control and a bit emasculated.

Whichever it may be, the 8 of Cups says that it is time to leave this person behind. It is difficult because there is emotional attachment. The 9 of Wands speaks to you being resilient in this connection, holding out hope that things will improve or telling yourself you can 'handle it'.

I promise you, you deserve SO much more than a relationship/connection you have to 'handle'. Someone you are walking on eggshells around, or maybe someone who leaves you hurt and waiting for them to finally take responsibility for you. It'll hurt to leave, but once you do you won't look back.

Song - 'Toxic' by Britney Spears

Come on guys 😭🤣 are we for real right now? Well, as much of a banger this song is, we know it's about a relationship that is well... toxic, but the chemistry and intoxicating nature makes it hard to leave ('it's getting late to give you up'). Maybe you do feel extremely enamoured with this person or the fantasy of what it could've been like with them, but they're simply not treating you right/giving you what you need.

➶♡ 3 Two of Swords, Seven of Cups, Page of Cups

Ooh group 3, you may be in a situation where you are dealing with a lot of options 👀 multiple people, multiple paths etc.

It could also be that there is a specific person who has feelings for you, and you are trying to decide whether or not their romantic offer is sincere. Maybe it is that you are hesitant about dating as a whole, feeling like there's so many different ways things can go. Either way, the Two of Swords says 'trust your gut'. If something seems fishy, then it IS. I think for some of you there is definitely one person in particular who you're not sure about.. they may be playful, flirtatious, charming and even romantic/fanciful with you but you can't quite shake that feeling that these words are.. vaporous (much like the cloud of smoke in the 7 of Cups).

A message I'm seeing here is as follows: you may entertain pursuers, even when you're a bit unsure (as long as you feel generally safe), but keyword is 'entertain'. Don't get too close too soon, trust your gut and wait for more information. If you go all in & it turns out this romantic offer is all smoke and mirrors.. then it's too late, you're engulfed in the smoke. Have fun, indulge your romantic whimsy, but trust your gut above all.

Song - 'Babooshka' by Kate Bush

Wow, this song fits so well with the spread. This is a song about a wife testing her husband's fidelity & essentially catfishing him to see what he does 🤣 in the song, all of this suspicion & testing blows up the relationship but in your case, I would take it as both advice to be skeptical and cunning in love, (like the wife, lol) but simultaneously be aware that being TOO suspicious and guarded can also cost you a genuine connection. There's a balance to be had!

➶♡ 4 Six of Swords, the Chariot, Page of Pentacles

Oh this is nice.. group 4, you may be moving on from a hard time in love. Could be a difficult relationship, a painful breakup, or maybe it's not necessarily love related at all. There's just a general sense that that you are well and truly moving on from difficult things and ready for better, brighter new things. In love, the Page of Pentacles speaks to a possible new connection.. a crush, a suitor, a pretty/handsome acquaintance who's gotten your attention :p it's early days, nothing is absolute, there's no rush but there IS something there. Something real. This person is someone who is here to match the level up you're undertaking right now! Someone who wants to see you winning and will build you up + build with you. Someone who is first and foremost your friend before a lover.. though that's on the table too ;)

This could be just the kind of connection you are attracting too if this person hasn't come in yet. Either way, it seems it will be a departure from any relationship-related turmoil you may have felt in the past.

Song - 'Shut Up and Drive' by Rhianna

Of course we get a song about driving for a spread that had the Chariot card 🤣 this song is about wanting someone to take control, take action. I think this is both about yourself taking action in your life (moving away from painful shii) but also once again, wanting & maybe meeting someone who isn't all talk and is ready to actually make moves.

Song - 'Shut up and Drive' by Rhianna

➶♡ 5 Two of Cups, the World, King of Cups

aww group 5, I'd be suprised if those who picked this group aren't in some type of longterm relationship already. If you aren't, there is some significant romantic relationship in your life- maybe it's not here yet, but in this spread I see a connection between two people that is just divine. Maybe not perfect since that's not realistic, but damn close to it. I see emotional reciprocity, I see a connection characterised by not just emotions, but meaning. The World card sitting in the middle hints that perhaps this is a connection shaped by distance (physical distance) or different life stages (age gap, very different jobs, very different lifestyles, maybe even opposite aesthetics/subgenres) but the love between these two people sort of transcends that and creates a sense unity. The King of Cups looks to be the energy of the person in question- empathetic, loving, slow, tender, emotionally intense yet composed.

If this is a relationship you are already in- good for you 🥹 if this reading has you very confused, then perhaps this is somebody who is coming or the type of partnership you are set to attract right now.

Song - 'Love Buzz' by Nirvana

This song actually goes with the spread so well- it is your quintessential love confession song. There's a part that goes 'when I hurt you, just ain't the way it seems' so that part could speak to some, but mostly it's a very wholesome love song that really does match the tone of the spread 💗

https://open.spotify.com/track/5muVpPu8Fj9fXfDbbqDdrZ?si=jtI0K6mrQICjcX-jwJEE2A

➶♡ 6 Seven of Pentacles, Nine of Pentacles, Three of Wands

A lot of you who chose this group are likely currently single, or you're in a relationship where you're evaluating whether or not it is worth it & you basically feel single regardless. It really suits the imagery you chose of the girl on her horse in the deep water, it definitely evokes a sense that she is 'doing it alone'.

You may be very focused on work or just your personal abundance at the moment. Investing in yourself, your beauty, your health, your security- and you're doing great at it! It feels like those in this group are just at a point where they are not at all looking to a relationship to fulfill them & only want something that will add to the beauty of your life rather than drain you or put you in a place of unease & dependency. The Three of Wands shows you are still interested in who/what's out there, you're not shut off to romance but you're also not bending over backwards trying to do anything just to avoid being alone.

There may even be a sense that you are reflecting on the relationships you've already had and the lessons you've learnt & finding the idea of a relationship is seldom more compelling than the idea of remaining single, surrounded by your own personal beauty + abundance in life, not answering to anyone. It's nice to stay hopeful someone worth it comes along, but keep that independent energy up!

Song - 'Crawl' by 8mm

Ooh, this is a v sexy song. It is sensual and describes a kinda erotic state of desperation to bring someone closer to you. This is really interesting with your spread and how heavily it talks about you being happy alone, but perhaps it speaks to the longing of the 3 of Wands 👀 maybe you're fantasising intensely about the kind of connection you want. The desire is there, but on a practical level you're like 'ehhh..' until you find someone who makes you feel like this 🤭 Maybe there IS a specific person in question you are longing for, but you're kinda keeping your head screwed on about it.

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🪽1 (heart) ~ strength, ace of swords, lovers

you are endearing in your strength of character and are someone who leads with optimism, grace and true intelligence. You have a unique ability to find unity in any partnership, debate or situation. You are logical & piercing in your intellect, yet kind & gentle. Often, you're the brightest person in the room but you are not the kind to condescend to others despite that fact! You see people as equals, and aim to share your sharp insights + fresh perspective with others. For you, there is always a solution, always a way out and always a way to meet somebody halfway instead of judging their position. You show others the light at the end of the tunnel 🕯️

I see in this pile someone who is very honest.. you speak with a beautiful combination of intense clarity but also lovingness. You can (and will) toss out the cold truth without actually being cold at all; moreso inspiring & and even enchanting 💗 People feel you treat them like you're a team, a union of hearts if you will rather than selfish or imbalanced dynamics.

🪽2 (flower) ~ seven of wands rx, seven of swords, knight of cups

group 2, you may be someone who puts down their own achievements.. i see those who picked this group might be people who downplay how talented, attractive, virtuous, etc they really are to the point that you're a bit self deceptive about it. You lead with your heart, with humility + kindness. I see in this group someone who is a lot more interested in finding beauty in others & the world than elevating themselves. People find this very endearing about you. You may even be someone who would absolutely throw yourself under the bus to help someone else. I see you knocking yourself down a peg to support others, when really you could be acting WAY more cocky given the blessings you have/position you're in.

It IS a beautiful thing to be humble and heart oriented, but be careful that you are putting yourself down TOO much, too disproportionately to your achievements. Let yourself have your cake! 🎂

🪽3 (moon fairy) ~ moon, seven of wands, ten of pentacles

In this group, I see someone who is sensitive, private and mysterious. Someone who has strong values, is fiercely protective of their loved ones and doesn't like to lay all of their cards on the table. People find it very endearing (and intriguing) the way you guard who & what is important you. It's as if it is apparent from the getgo that you are someone sensitive with a lot on their mind & heart, but it's not obvious who or what exactly has that privilege, or how to get it. The bar to entry is solid. You keep people guessing, and they get glimpses through moments of defensiveness that you display when someone disrespects something or some you care for.

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#1 - The Hermit rx, 8 of Swords, Ace of Pentacles, Page of Cups ~ shadow card: the Tower 🔮

For those who chose this group, I see a message surrounding a state of overthinking & mental turmoil suddenly coming to an end. There may be a specific situation you've been worried about. Perhaps ruminating, & feeling overall completely powerless and suffocated by (could be anything, but financial/career related stuff feels pertinent here). I see an opportunity of sorts coming your way that will free you from this state of anxiety.

For some of you, the opportunity is something that is already right there but you've been unsure whether or not to take it, or too anxious to even see it. Actually, for a lot of you I think this is the case. This opportunity could be you guys starting a new job, new study, new routine, perhaps even a new relationship with someone who seems genuine and sincere. It could even be a very positive message that comes suddenly & almost a bit violently yanks you out of your own head for the better.

It's like some of you aren't using your free will enough almost, there's a bit of an illusion of imprisonment. You're mentally tangled but in some ways don't realise how free and abundant you are + could further become.

In general, there is a message about combating your anxious paralysis with embracing new opportunities. Tangible ones that get you out into the 'real world'. For many, this is also a message about the healing power of spending time in nature. Not only can it relieve your anxiety & pull you out of these ruts, but the spirit of nature can kinda.. whisper intuitive messages to you that you need to hear but are hard to come by when you're in loud, noisy or very 'closed' off feeling environments. I also see a beautiful reconnection with your creative/intuitive side emerging. You are on track for shifting away from feelings of mental entrapment and into an energy where you are feeling genuinely present, calm and inspired.

#2 - Temperance, Ace of Cups, Strength, 6 of Wands ~ shadow card: Four of Swords  💐 

I feel like those who chose this group have been incredibly patient with a situation, & I see the patience eventually paying off. This is a situation you've held a great deal of devotion, care and emotionally high hopes for. It's like the universe is cooking something up for you- or you're cooking something. It's not ready yet, but when it is it'll be VERY worth it and even euphoric. You'll be very proud that you were patient, held yourself with grace and didn't lose your cool.

I'm having a hard time discerning exactly what you are being patient for, but for a lot of you it is a message of sorts (pulled Page of Swords + Queen of Swords with Strength popping up again). Maybe you reached out to a person/company/position etc and have been waiting for what feels like forever for a response. Whatever it is, the outcome will be extremely positive.

For some of you, this is more of a general message about you further growing into a person with a great deal of emotional dignity. Someone who holds their head up high not with smugness, but with genuine grace and poise. Someone who has the sheer strength to remain emotionally open and loving regardless of what life throws at you. Of course, this doesn't mean letting others walk on your kindness- there's an element of you having strong boundaries and a healthy level of detachment here.

With the Strength card being so repetitive here, for some of you I can even see this being about you guys becoming physically stronger/in better health.

Whichever message resonates, the Four of Swords at the back tells me that for a lot of you this is a situation where the universe is really encouraging you to relax and let go as if to say 'just trust me on this'. Continue in this energy of patience & calm centredness.

#3 - Page of Wands rx, King of Wands, The World, The Devil ~ Shadow card: Strength ❤️‍🔥

This whole pile gives me the impression of someone who is trying to grow or achieve something- especially something creative or inspired- in an environment that feels unsupportive of this or even toxic in some regard. It's like you are full of ideas and inspiration but are actively feeling stifled from expressing yourself totally authentically. For some of you, there is literally a very domineering & possibly critical figure in your life who has kinda been bringing you down/putting out your fire.

The change I see coming your way is you stepping out of this state of putting yourself down and feeling small. You are outgrowing this position. You have a lot to gain and a lot to teach others through your honest expression. For some of you this is literally something artistic, creative. A specific endeavour that you have given up in the past due to self doubt. For others, this is moreso about your spirit and passionate nature as a whole. I see a person who is free spirited and worldly, perhaps very knowledgeable too.

The Devil card in this spread particularly bothers me, because for some reason it's not really feeling like a 'just break free from the shackles' situation, it feels a little bit like a circumstance that is toxic for you, but currently out of your control for the most part. So the message is more about growing and blooming in the midst of these toxic energies and naturally rising above them, rather than it is about completely dispelling the toxic energies overnight. Like a lotus in the mud situation. That being said, addressing toxic situations and closing out negative cycles is also a message here.

For some of you this is family, for others this is maybe an addiction that isn't so easy to overcome. It's not that you can't overcome it so much as that I feel like pushing up against it isn't the solution in this particular scenario. Rise above rather with dignity than brute forcing your way through.

The World also speaks of divine protection from these toxic energies in your life. You are protected in some way, and you are very much a strong and relentlessly positive force in a way that is both like catnip to toxic individuals (they want your fire and optimism) but also a target for their projections.

I was reading for someone online and during the reading, they decided to sort of 'test' me & the cards by asking me questions about a past situation that already transpired (so they know the answers) and that I have 0 context on.

Honestly, I was a little nervous- I've been reading for years and done lots of readings for myself and others (strangers, and people I know too) but in most cases, I tend to have at least a little context to go off with the reading.

Anyway, it turned out that my intuition and the cards were not only accurate, but specific. It's not like I didn't already have faith in tarot, but after that experience my faith is even stronger! (and of course, my faith in my own intuitive ability).

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#1 - the Moon, Page of Swords & Knight of Wands 🌙

With the Moon card coming out first, I see people being heavily captivated by a sense of mystery surrounding you- you come across as introverted or at least, initially reserved. In your presence people are not so sure what you are thinking, but your demeanour remains peaceful and possibly very feminine. Dreamy & vaguely moody too, but with the Moon card it's like everything is a little concealed. I think for some of you, people can sense you're going through something heavy right now too since the Moon relates to psychological turmoil in some cases, but you hold yourself very gracefully. Physically I feel like you have very immediately pleasant features, people might find there's this 'beautiful darkness' to you- maybe some of you dress in a sort of gothic inspired aesthetic, or perhaps it's this mysterious/contemplative look in your eye.

With the Page of Swords (especially combined with the Moon) people immediately see you as intelligent. Very sharp minded and skilled at communicating (even if you're not a big talker, your speech or vocabulary is clear). Since in this reading we're focusing on appearance, despite the softness illustrated with the Moon card, you may also have some features that are slightly sharper. Like for example, having a very soft, rounded face but a sharp/edgy haircut, or piercings. Pages are also associated with youth, so people may see you as youthful in your appearance. A lot of you who picked this pile are very young too I'm getting- not sure if it's the reading, or just me talking but I have this urge to remind you guys to be safe online!

Finally, the Knight of wands to me shows that people see you as healthy, athletic or just generally physically capable & attractive! You may look strong or agile- I'm getting some of you are dancers (or you look like you would dance, especially ballet!). Despite your calm, intellectual energy, you come across like you live a very active and adventurous lifestyle in some way. I also see that while you might not lead with it when you meet people (initially people noticing that mysterious, intellectual, perhaps shy aspect of you)- you have a very spontaneous and passionate nature that people reallyy love :)

2# - 3 of Pentacles, The Star, 9 of Wands 🌿

Immediately, this group is really emanating 'it girl' energy to me.

With the 3 of Pentacles, I see people being quite in awe of you and viewing you as a very hardworking, competent person. You inspire others in some way, people feel they have something to learn from you. Since the 3 of Pentacles is traditionally related to collaboration & learning, you could be someone who's always around other people, or maybe are a positive representation of your school/work out in public (like for example, often being out and about in your uniform, or being seen as part of a collective like a band or a certain friend group). Appearance wise, to me the 3 of Pentacles feels as though there is something artistic & skillful about your appearance- maybe you're really skilled at makeup, or your clothing is very beautiful and well coordinated.

The Star card speaks for itself! You stand out appearance-wise and garner attention whether you realise it or not! The Star card to me, especially combined with the 3 of Pentacles tells me that you inspire people a lot with your appearance alone but also in other ways. People feel there is something aspirational and 'untouchable' about you- it's sort of Gossip Girl 'Serena Van Der Woodsen' adjacent lol. Again, it could be that there's something about the way you dress that's very skillful and others are in awe of, it could also be that you're very popular or seem as though you would be from the way you carry yourself. A lot of you are very talented or just 'different' in some way and people notice that. (I wish I could specify a bit more but since it's a general reading it could be a variety of reasons people view you this way, follow your gut) :)

The 9 of Wands to me shows that you come across brave and ready for anything, very resilient. Maybe slightly wary or mistrusting too. It also shows that people can tell you're tired/exhausted- not necessarily in a bad way but it's like people can sense in the way you carry yourself that you're trying to keep strong despite struggles you are facing. Maybe you're not getting as much sleep as you need, or just work super hard. For some of you, it's as though people can sense in your expressions/posture/etc that despite being this abundant, inspiring person; you're not totally happy right now and there's something or many things getting to you. I see for some, what's going on is that you have a lot of expectations on you to be this 'perfect', skilled, hardworking, 'golden girl/boy' aspirational person and it is wearing you out deep down. I definitely do see things getting smoother for you with time 🤍

#3 - King of Cups, The Chariot, The Hierophant 🌊

The King of Cups as the first card tells me that you appear to people as somebody who is very in touch with their feelings & emotionally authentic. I don't see an obnoxious person who is always bawling their eyes out (lol), but I see someone who is very warm, welcoming and jovial. When you laugh, you laugh for real. When you smile, it is genuine and sweet. You may not always feel relaxed, but overall you do come across as a very relaxed and mature person and it's really attractive to people. The way you move could be very flow-y and sensual, you might prefer to wear flowing fabrics/styles rather than stiff or sharp ones. Whatever your age or gender is, I see you also come across very parental in the sense that people immediately feel they can trust you, like you're the person a little kid would want to come up to for help if they were lost 🥹

The Chariot tells me that something about the way you appear has a very positive and change-agent energy about it. It could be that you dress very bohemian, or wear very bright colours, or perhaps you do something different with your hair that really subverts expectations and inspires positivity in others. It's as though you stand for something- a certain cause or mentality that shines through in your demeanour. You come across very confident in your style, who you are and what you stand for- you're not afraid to look unique or be 'over the top' and that really makes people happy to see whether you notice it or not! As though you're the one person who wears a beautiful colourful dress/shirt in a sea of people wearing black and grey + looking 'done' with life. Again I'm seeing that the way you move stands out as attractive! While many walk kinda sluggish & dispassionately, you have a bit of a spring in your step, or appear very in command and in tune with your body.

Finally, The Hierophant tells me that you appear spiritual, religious or just having a very strong moral conviction in some way to others. For some of you it could be your facial expressions & the way you react to your environment that leads people to think this. For others, it's more overt things like perhaps adorning yourself in religious or spiritual symbols. The Hierophant also speaks of traditionalism, so you could be someone who prefers slightly more traditional dress styles and values in a way- for a lot I'm seeing dressing in vintage fashion :)

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hello group 1! With you guys, what I am seeing is that 2025 will be a very reflective and introspective year for you, & for the better. It's definitely on par with the fact that 2025 is a number 9 year (a spiritual, mystical number in numerology). 9 also represents endings, closing cycles and reflecting on what has already been. I see those themes in this reading strongly!

I see you putting your hobbies and ambitions on hold for a bit in favour of self care , and I also see a lot of wisdom and maturity being accumulated in this time. The kind of wisdom that will stick with you for life and make you a more well rounded person. It looks as though the reflection and focusing on your own bubble that you're doing is going to ultimately propel you to success and abundance faster but also, much steadier than if you were to achieve your dreams prematurely. This year you're cultivating inner AND outer peace + habits of self care that will bring more stability and fast, positive advancement (especially in career!) in the longterm.

I don't see you losing momentum with your goals and hobbies altogether, but I see you realising the importance of not putting all of your eggs in one basket, realising that personal growth is a priority before outer success. It's as if the universe knows that you need to 'find yourself' in a personal sense before success comes your way so that when it does, it is harmonious and you are equipped.

I also see that this year you are letting go of feelings of needing external validation. Letting go of chasing things outside of yourself. If you find yourself constantly looking outward for opinions or always feeling like you need to prove yourself to the world, I see you truly healing that and finally walking a path where you are trusting in your own wisdom. Healing a lot of childhood learnt coping mechanisms and stepping into this GENUINE freedom that is stable rather than erratic/a constant struggle for air. I also see you embracing peace and quiet a lot more, when maybe in the past you've always felt this urge for stimulation.

Overall, 2025 will be a year of healing, maturing, getting to know yourself, and stabilising yourself to create a strong foundation for future success 🤍🪷

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hey group 2! In 2025 I see this group shininggg 🌟 and also, taking control of their past pain. I don't have a specific structure allocated to this reading aside from intending that the first card be the strongest/framing energy. With the 6 of Wands as your first card, for many of you this is the year you find success, or if not- it's definitely the year you finally feel worthy of success. I see you posessing confidence, gaining recognition, and making true achievements that both yourself and others around you will be proud of. Whether it be creating something that people gather around to adore and admire, or doing super well at work- I really see things looking up. I can also see you becoming generally more radiant appearance-wise as well as confident- this is going to be a really exciting year for you :)

In 2025 you are owning and moving past old pain, and that is definitely part of why success is ready to come in for you. A lot of the things that have caused you heartache still hurt- the pain is still there but you've finally reached a place where it is less raw.

You may be making up with somebody who's caused you heartbreak in the past, but for others of you, you could be meeting someone who will help you in your ambitions and further your emergence into this place of recognition, success, confidence etc.

I also see a lot of you are sooo done fighting for/defending people, relationships and causes that just aren't serving you... really, truly disciplining yourself to focus on what's relevant for you as an individual to focus on. Just in general, I see you stepping into this role as a leader. Whether this entails being a leader of others, or simply the leader of your own life. This role of aspiration and 'greatness' may leave you a bit tired and may mean saying no to frivolous pleasures at times; so I do see a bit exhaustion. I do see it all being worth it though :) like, the feeling of really owning yourself, being in control and getting things done outweighs the sacrifices.

In 2025, group 2 may FINALLY feel in control and that's something you've needed & craved for a long time :) 💟💞

Hi group 3! In this spread, I do see a bit of struggle in 2025 but I also see you having lotss of FUN! A bit of a mix. I see you facing inner demons head on in a way- any struggles you've had in your life with feeling imbalanced, impatient, maybe overindulgent (be it with food, screen time, time, or any other drug of choice).

You may grapple with feeling a lack of direction.. a lack of inspiration and this may exasperate and highlight these themes of imbalance in your life. I also see you revisiting past actions you feel don't align with you anymore, and having feelings of regret. Ultimately it's all for the better, because I see that facing these things is going to lead you into a place of purging toxicity, getting help you deserve or finding some form or structure, routine/practice or authority that really calibrates your heart and mind. Maybe it's a spiritual practice, maybe it's advice from someone you look up to, maybe it's committing to some form of eduction or work that brings the structure you need to your life, etc.

Despite all of this, like I mentioned at the start i do see a lot of fun! Lot's of opportunities, if you're in a 'dating' period of your life I see lots of adventure in that area. You might be extra 'hot' this year too lol, spicy spicy. 🔥

I just keep seeing for you, group three that this year will be a biiig purge of toxicity be it within yourself or externally.

There are a few different messages I saw with this group-

For some of you: to put it gently, I do see a bit of a tendency towards selfishness too. Maybe a sense of realising that there are things you do sometimes that only satiate short term desires/impulses. I see that you're becoming more aware of these patterns in a good way :) I don't see cruelty or anything like that, I'm sure y'all reading this are wonderful people but it's moreso an energy of always chasing the next party, the next high, the next adventure without much investment into building things that are long lasting and stable.

For others of you (actually, I think a lot of you): it's toxic friendships or toxic family members that have influenced you to behave in this way. OR for some of you perhaps it isn't you at all and this selfish 'indulgent' energy is just people in your energy field that are effecting you and have been holding you back. In this case, the message is about you paving the way and finding your own agency and joy away from the 'ickiness' surrounding you that was never your fault.

I really see 2025 as almost like the 'day of reckoning' for your inner and outer demons. You are ready to expel them far farr away and there may be a bit of chaos before you get there, but the result is positive.

Despite the struggles and metaphorical 'demon purging' (lmao) I really do see you having genuine fun, abundance in your social/dating life and joy, so be excited! 🌻💞💞

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Happy New Year, all :)

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