10 of Wands: Know When to Say When

The card of the day is the TEN OF WANDS.

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Yup, this is it! You have reached your limit. DO NOT take on any more responsibilities/chores/work/favors at this time. If anything, take more time to work on creating clear boundaries and INSIST on maintaining a self-care regime (we all need time to eat well, sleep, and exercise – don’t forget to brush your teeth).

Energetically, you have reached capacity; you are not even sure you have what it takes to carry your own weight, let alone the weight of other people. This card is about feeling burdened with responsibility and hard work. How do you lighten the load? Unfortunately, sometimes this just isn’t an option. In a situation such as this, you have to take things day-to-day. The road ahead is long, and there could be some snags along the way, but eventually, there will be an end in sight. Just do your best to get through today – I promise, life  WILL become easier!

For now, if you see an opportunity to rest, you should take a load off, and if someone offers to help you, you should say yes! Don’t shoulder the burden alone, if you don’t have to.

 

The Emperor: Who’s the Boss?

The card of the day is the EMPEROR.

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When I think of the Emperor, I think of someone who is organized, dependable, grounded, and focused. Is it possible that you need to take on some of the Emperor’s key strengths in order to get some work done?

I have a 4-part assignment for you:

First, start to focus on your intent. What do you want to accomplish in the next 4 months? If you can define it, you will have a MUCH greater chance of getting it done. Make a list of 4 goals you want to accomplish in the next 4 months. Write it down.

Second, it’s time to get organized! You have already generated a list of ideas that you want to work with, so now it is time to get serious. What can you get done in the next day, week, or month? Do you need any supplies or assistance to accomplish any of your goals? Start making some phone calls and doing a little planning. Oh, and if you have a calendar, pull it out and pencil in what you need in order to get what you want accomplished.

Third, it is time to meet some benchmarks. Prove yourself to be reliable. Don’t make plans and break them. You’re not the sort of person to pencil in a date with a friend and then not show up, are you? Don’t stand yourself up either! Once you’ve penciled in a set time to work on something, stick to it!

Fourth, bring your ideas down to the ground. How? Don’t let your ideas stay in your mind, make your plans real. You have to do something.