TEMPERANCE
A dictionary definition of the word TEMPERANCE would include: moderation of action, thought, or feeling. On a divinatory level, in the Tarot, it suggests the potential for harmony, love, good relationships, and happy connections that balance the heart. The key to manifesting that harmonious state is in seeking and finding the right balance. The Temperance card shows the figure of a woman holding two cups or vessels. She pours the contents back and forth for as long as it takes to mix the right ingredients in the right proportions. This takes patients, self restraint, and an inner knowing that balance can be found, even in the most dramatic situation. Because the lessons of Tarot are always conveyed in metaphor, you can apply them in any area of life, from mundane to cosmic, from your job to the fulfillment of your destiny. Sometimes, a new ingredient needs to be added to the mix in order to get it just right, and other times something needs to be removed and let go of.
As I have said a zillion times, our planet is shifting into a higher frequency or energy pattern. Getting there could take a long time or it could happen in the blink of an eye sometime next week. No one knows. But while that is in process, you may be experiencing feelings of being disconnected and set adrift, with the very uncomfortable sensation that things are out of balance. The ingredients are changing in a big way and It could be that you suddenly view your career or marriage, your sibling or friend, perhaps yourself, as though you are trying to mix together fire and water. Perhaps there has been a recent upheaval in one of those areas and all of a sudden, there is no job and no friendship anymore, or maybe you are called upon to face something about yourself that has been long buried. Now there is a new set of ingredients in motion. It can be frightening and for some, depressing.
This is the time to move inward, to go deep down and clear out, clean out all the cobwebs. Letting go and allowing yourself to do this isn't easy. You may think you are admitting personal failure, or realize that you are clinging to a person or situation that isn't a part of who you are anymore. Maybe you see a change in yourself, but those around you can't accept it. Don't let feelings of anger or fear be in charge.
And then there is your dream life. Has it been a bit wild lately? I feel the unconscious and/or subconscious is turning your world into a big cinematic unveiling. Maybe you are in some kind of action thriller that is full of surprise twists. Your dreams, however abstract they may seem when you awake, are making you aware of yourself. They are helping you to sort things out, discard, or keep whatever needs to stay or go, and assisting you in putting the pieces into a new order. So your dreams and fantasies are giving you a vision of the changes that you are undergoing. They are helping you experiment with different ingredients.
It's a lot to juggle and make sense of. As always, the universe does offer assistance.
New moons provide strong energy for creating what you want. It's a great exercise to prepare for the inflow of energy by making a list of what you want to manifest. Take stock of where you are, and what's going on in your life, and write down some of those new ingredients you'd like to attract. October 26th marks a New Moon that is 3 degrees in Scorpio. Scorpionic energy is compelling, deep, emotional passionate and sometimes a bit strange and sexy. At the same time, the Sun has entered Scorpio, and Venus and Mercury are in Scorpio as well. That's a lot of SCORPIO energy. Scorpio also has to to with self-mastery. Take a look at whatever feels out of control--addictions, debts, etc. And use this time to free yourself and unload the junk. Let those things be part of what you put on your manifestation list: healing and clearing and giving yourself a chance to let go of people, behavior, things, situations, that no longer serve you. Manifest the resolution of any emotional issue that has plagued you. Is the struggle worth your health? The pain? Let it go under the influence of this New Moon. Tap the energy of self-mastery and make it work for you, without fear, or anger, or depression. Let these ideas percolate for the next day or so, and then let the Scorpio energy help you break through and feel free. Visualize yourself as the figure in the Temperance Card holding the cups and being in control of moving the contents back and forth, mixing and merging, until you feel just the right balance and mix.
Live each day like it is your last. One day, you'll get it right!!
As I have said a zillion times, our planet is shifting into a higher frequency or energy pattern. Getting there could take a long time or it could happen in the blink of an eye sometime next week. No one knows. But while that is in process, you may be experiencing feelings of being disconnected and set adrift, with the very uncomfortable sensation that things are out of balance. The ingredients are changing in a big way and It could be that you suddenly view your career or marriage, your sibling or friend, perhaps yourself, as though you are trying to mix together fire and water. Perhaps there has been a recent upheaval in one of those areas and all of a sudden, there is no job and no friendship anymore, or maybe you are called upon to face something about yourself that has been long buried. Now there is a new set of ingredients in motion. It can be frightening and for some, depressing.
This is the time to move inward, to go deep down and clear out, clean out all the cobwebs. Letting go and allowing yourself to do this isn't easy. You may think you are admitting personal failure, or realize that you are clinging to a person or situation that isn't a part of who you are anymore. Maybe you see a change in yourself, but those around you can't accept it. Don't let feelings of anger or fear be in charge.
And then there is your dream life. Has it been a bit wild lately? I feel the unconscious and/or subconscious is turning your world into a big cinematic unveiling. Maybe you are in some kind of action thriller that is full of surprise twists. Your dreams, however abstract they may seem when you awake, are making you aware of yourself. They are helping you to sort things out, discard, or keep whatever needs to stay or go, and assisting you in putting the pieces into a new order. So your dreams and fantasies are giving you a vision of the changes that you are undergoing. They are helping you experiment with different ingredients.
It's a lot to juggle and make sense of. As always, the universe does offer assistance.
New moons provide strong energy for creating what you want. It's a great exercise to prepare for the inflow of energy by making a list of what you want to manifest. Take stock of where you are, and what's going on in your life, and write down some of those new ingredients you'd like to attract. October 26th marks a New Moon that is 3 degrees in Scorpio. Scorpionic energy is compelling, deep, emotional passionate and sometimes a bit strange and sexy. At the same time, the Sun has entered Scorpio, and Venus and Mercury are in Scorpio as well. That's a lot of SCORPIO energy. Scorpio also has to to with self-mastery. Take a look at whatever feels out of control--addictions, debts, etc. And use this time to free yourself and unload the junk. Let those things be part of what you put on your manifestation list: healing and clearing and giving yourself a chance to let go of people, behavior, things, situations, that no longer serve you. Manifest the resolution of any emotional issue that has plagued you. Is the struggle worth your health? The pain? Let it go under the influence of this New Moon. Tap the energy of self-mastery and make it work for you, without fear, or anger, or depression. Let these ideas percolate for the next day or so, and then let the Scorpio energy help you break through and feel free. Visualize yourself as the figure in the Temperance Card holding the cups and being in control of moving the contents back and forth, mixing and merging, until you feel just the right balance and mix.
Live each day like it is your last. One day, you'll get it right!!
9 comments:
Barbara - as always, you are right on time and accurate too. I truly enjoy reading your postings...please keep it up!
Many thanks as these times are getting more intense. Is anyone out there reading or listening?
Great post!! Love it and thanks again!!
I sincereley Hope and Pray people start to listen and realize that it is time.....time to move on and ahead.
Great posting Auntie B.
Luv Ya
Christian
Yes, we're listening! Thanks, Barbara, for balancing my Nov. 1 morning!
The Post on temperance is a great post. I felt a connection to it. At 50 I have found myself really reviewing my life and relationships. I have always felt as a working mother balance is the hardest thing to achieve. But so important in life. I haven't figured it all out yet, but thank you for this article.
The Post on temperance is a great post. I felt a connection to it. At 50 I have found myself really reviewing my life and relationships. I have always felt as a working mother balance is the hardest thing to achieve. But so important in life. I haven't figured it all out yet, but thank you for this article.
Appreciate all your comments and finally some are feeling and listening.
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What is REALITY COMING SOON.
kEEP POSTING SO I KNOW WHAT TO WRITE NEXT~~~
I agree with your temperence vision, it is clear and gives a good idea of temperance card meanings.
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