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The quickest tell: anxiety gets louder the more you question it. Intuition says its piece once and goes quiet. Anxiety spins out into what if; intuition reports on what is. That's the short version. In the moment, though, the short version is almost useless — because both of them land in your body the same way, at the same volume, with the same conviction that you need to do something right now. So here's the longer, more honest version: how to actually tell them apart, why i

Navigating life’s twists and turns often feels like walking through a fog. When I first encountered tarot, it was during a period of deep transition - a time marked by sobriety, healing, and a search for clarity. Tarot offered me a mirror, a way to reflect on my inner landscape without judgment or sugarcoating. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate how tarot can be both mystical and grounded, especially when delivered through modern means like text. Today, I want to share w

Why I won't read tarot about getting your ex back — and how tarot and Reiki help you find clarity, heal, and move forward after a breakup.

This post covers how to read a 3-card spread, fifteen layouts you can use or adapt, and when it's worth bringing your cards to someone else instead of reading for yourself.

I got sober on January 1, 2022 — not because I hit rock bottom, but because something shifted that I couldn't argue with. Tarot had been part of my life for over a decade before that day. Here's what I've learned about what these two practices have in common, and why they keep asking the same thing of me.

Most people come to a tarot reading with either a very specific question they're afraid to say out loud, or no question at all. Both are fine — but there's a real difference between walking in prepared and hoping the cards do the work for you. Here's how to get the most out of your reading.

A birthday is more than just a celebration. It marks a personal milestone, a moment to pause and reflect on the journey so far. One meaningful way to honor this occasion is with a birthday reading. This practice offers a unique opportunity to look at the year ahead while also revisiting the lessons learned from the past. Whether you choose to treat yourself or gift a tarot reading to a friend, this ritual can bring clarity, insight, and a fresh perspective for the coming mont

Energy healing offers a wide range of benefits that can positively impact your life. This post looks at some advantages and practices you can take

Let me tell you what it isn't first: it isn't a forecast. It isn't a sentence. I'm not going to turn over a card and tell you you're going to lose your job or that your relationship is doomed. That's not what the cards do, and honestly, that's not what you need. What most people who are afraid of tarot are actually afraid of is the future. Which makes complete sense, especially right now. The world is loud and uncertain and genuinely hard to read. Of course we're anxious. Of

Discover your personalized tarotscope for Gemini season—insightful tarot guidance for each zodiac sign, woven with astrology and seasonal reflection. Explore the themes of change, curiosity, and alignment in this month's intuitive forecast.

Understanding how your birth chart shapes your personality can be an enlightening journey. Our birth chart, also known as a natal chart, is a snapshot of the sky at the exact moment of our birth. Each planet and celestial body positioned at that moment can influence various aspects of our personality. What is a Birth Chart? A birth chart is essentially a map of the cosmos at the precise moment and place you were born. It includes the positions of the sun, moon, and planets an

For years of practicing Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, I have always had a struggle pose. This pose is one I think about constantly when I am not...

My failure to be able to produce French was really jarring for me, and once I realized how hard this was going to be, I found myself feeling

The Practice, Issue VI May 24, 2024 Happy Full Moon in Sagittarius! It finally feels like we are out of the thickness and murkiness of...

The Practice, Issue V May 10, 2024 Can you believe it's May already? April felt like a whirlwind of intensity, didn't it? It's almost...

Nurture Your Magic with Rise Coaching In today's fast-paced and often overwhelming world, finding avenues for personal growth and self-discovery is crucial for maintaining a balanced and fulfilled life. One of the most effective ways to embark on this journey is through personalized coaching programs that integrate a range of beneficial services such as tarot, reiki, yoga, and astrology. At Rise Nurtured Magic Coaching (risenm.com/coaching), a unique approach is taken to empo

The Practice, Issue IV April 18, 2024 I have one and a half weeks left in Mysore, and as my time dwindles, I have been thinking a lot...

Welcome to the realm of Reiki, where the ancient art of energy healing meets modern-day wellness. As a 500-hour certified yoga teacher...

Astrology—a mystical tapestry of cosmic energies and celestial alignments that has fascinated humanity for centuries. It's not just about...

Let's delve into the enchanting world of tarot—a tool not just for divination, but for self-discovery and personal empowerment. As a...