3d (edited) • 🃏 Card Challenges
The Magician
Apologies … I wrote a lot
1. As Above – A sign from my highest spiritual purpose: The Chariot
The Chariot, as a strong and grounded signal, seems deeply rooted in the physical world. Keeping a link with magic, I see black and white magic through the opposing horses, though I interpret this less as a moral polarity and more as an invitation: to expand one’s light, one must first acknowledge and integrate the shadow.
The Chariot is also known as a card of tension or stalling, precisely because it is pulled by opposing forces. This suggests that to fully access and express my “magical” and creative abilities, I need to reconcile these inner forces — to bring coherence where there may currently be division.
I also had a look at the card at the bottom of the deck, Love, and I feel that it reinforces this theme of reunification. It speaks to finding common ground, honouring each aspect’s strengths, and taking responsibility for what one brings into relationship — with oneself and with others. This raises a question for me: Is this the right time to collaborate or to team up with a professional partner?
2. The Garden – The conditions that are best for my creative mastery: Queen of Air
The Queen of Air points clearly to the importance of engaging my intellect without denying intuition. This balance feels central to my work. Most of my clients come to me, as a healer and coach, due to mental health challenges and emotional wounds linked to past trauma — pain, grief, guilt, and their long-lasting consequences.
The owl, a symbol of wisdom, feels particularly significant here. I see the Queen of Air as someone who can hold space with clarity and compassion: listening deeply, welcoming difficult emotions, and offering words of insight when appropriate. She embodies discernment, she has this mental sharpness in service of healing.
3. The Table – My unique approach that unites the energies of my life: Four of Fire
The Four of Fire brings a sense of warmth, cosiness, and gentle visibility. The lanterns illuminate without dazzling; the fire offers presence. This resonates strongly with how I approach my work -quiet, steady, and grounded. I am not pushy —even if I am effective— and I have no interest in chasing rewards or recognition. What matters more to me is creating a safe, welcoming space where transformation can occur naturally in a sustainable way.
4. So Below – The work in the world that aligns with my highest spiritual purpose: Messenger of Air
I experience the Messenger of Air as a teacher and transmitter — someone who carries knowledge, insight, and questions between worlds. This resonates deeply with my personal history: I was a school teacher for over 15 years, and I now tutor and facilitate around healing energy.
My intention is to share what I have learned so far — through experience, reflection, and ongoing research — without claiming final authority. I am continually reading, exploring, zooming out to grasp the bigger picture, and then deep-diving into specific topics. Everything related to the mind, intuition, the soul, and the universe fascinates me. These are not opposing domains, but interconnected ones, worthy of being explored, understood, and shared. But I’m aware of the fact that speed can bring challenges. That’s why I find the axis “as above so below” particularly interesting: when The Chariot asks for deep purpose; the Messenger wants to move, speak, teach, connect, which totally reflects two aspects of my personality. But, if misaligned, this can look like: teaching before having an understanding of the subject, sharing insights without a singular spine and it’s getting confusing … Here I am also reflecting on the fact that a Chariot needs one single driver -not two- Therefore any collaborative work would need absolute clarity about who holds the reins — and why.
What an incredibly insightful spread! Thank you so much for offering it
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