Have you ever chosen to spend a holiday alone? I did!

Happy Holidays from a solo retreat upstate, my magical friend! Yes, while most people were seeing their families over the holiday, I hung out with myself. No obligations, no expectations, nowhere to be. A treasure! I read research papers on tarot, did homework, and got caught up. It was perfect.

How have you been? It has been far longer than I like, I've been struggling with time scarcity 🫠

Listening to myself has become crucial. It's wild, how the practices that help me function in the city aren't as vital when surrounded by nature (and a wood burning fireplace!). I did spend time with my tarot cards and drew a fabulous Sagittarius new moon spread. It was a powerful reading that gave me clarity and direction around my next month. Don't you love that feeling?!

Speaking of feelings about tarot, the research continues for my classwork and I'd love to learn your thoughts on using tarot for clarity and direction. Mind sharing in a quick survey? Click here to tell me what you think!

And now, onto the tarot ✨

We have …

the Nine of Coins!

The Nine of Coins represents established, healthy streams of wealth and resources. Having the material abundance to care for yourself and share with your community.

What an apt sentiment for a troubled holiday. I wrote on Instagram about my complicated feelings around Thanksgiving. It’s always been my favorite because I was taught about the gathering, the food, and the gratitude, the bloodshed was diminished. Little did I know that the indigenous folks who were here for the first western-acknowledged thanksgiving had been holding communal harvest feasts for generations.

The sacrifices and shortcomings of those who came before us are why we’re each sitting here in this moment. Our own are added to the story. May we work towards collective healing by doing the work ourselves and inviting each other to our tables.

Ačiū✨

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Establish your magic,

Emily

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