Cards for the Collective – May 7, 2024

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The Hermit card depicts an elderly monk facing a desolate landscape, holding a light and leaning on his staff for support. The Hermit has dealt with every aspect of life, including hatred, love, conflicts, compromise, success, and failure. He needs to take a break to re-energize. He can handle anything life throws at him, but he still needs to step back and gain some perspective from time to time
It’s time for contemplation and reflection. You may mingle later, but for now, take stock and appreciate the peace that comes with isolation. There may be some irritation or dissatisfaction along the way, but in the end, clarity and light will be achieved. It is time to fuel the fires of your lantern and shine your inner light for all to see.
There are moments in everyone’s lives when they must take a step back and examine their circumstances and choices with reflection. The presence of the Hermit in your spread indicates that now is such a moment for you. You need a time of isolation and deep contemplation apart from the present pressures of your job or daily life. This retreat may take the form of a physical retreat or an inward quest.
The card is extremely plain in appearance; its goal is not to mesmerize you with its beauty, trying to figure out what it means but to encourage you to search for that meaning inside yourself. On the card, the bearded man is clothed in grey robes with his head down and his eyes closed. He is standing on a tiny ledge of rock that seems to be the summit of a mountain. In one hand, he wields a long staff, while in the other he wields a lighted lamp. He flashes a light but doesn’t seem to be looking around. Instead, he focuses on the light that he shines.

When you see this card, you know that you either need this period of introspection or that you are already in it. There are certain questions that only you can answer, and the only way to discover those answers is to go inside yourself. Looking within with a still mind can lead to flashes of insight that both shock and surprise you.
Don’t Be Afraid To Go It Alone
The Hermit is a seeker; he wants to know, experience, and comprehend all that exists inside him. This card may indicate that you are looking for deeper knowledge. You want to take this new road because, although you don’t know what awaits you on the other side, you know you’ll be better off for it.
If the Hermit card appears in your readings, it may be a sign that you want some genuine alone time. We all need this now and again, and it’s a good habit to check in with yourself to see when you’ll need to be alone. Some things can be difficult to learn when you are distracted by having to interact with other people.
When you encounter the Hermit in your readings, ask yourself the following questions: Would you benefit from some reflection right now? What exactly are you looking for? What are the questions that must be answered? Are you able to answer these questions by searching within yourself? Would you benefit from some time alone? How can you approach this reflection in a positive, healthy manner?
What The Hermit Means for You Today
The Hermit has appeared in your life today to advise you to listen to your heart and, if necessary, take some time to yourself. We live in a busy world and modern society does not always leave a lot of room for deep introspection. If we want to live a happy and balanced life, we have to work to understand the inner workings of our own hearts and minds. There could be some underlying, or even repressed, emotions that need your attention. The Hermit did not become wise simply from reading books, but by taking the time to understand himself on the deepest levels. There is a light within you that can guide you along your path – Take some time to strip away the thoughts and feelings that are obscuring your clarity. Meditation will help you today.

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The Fool goes to the brink of a cliff without watching his step. He has all of his belongings with him and is traveling across the globe without knowing where he is heading. The Fool is sometimes dazzled by the marvels before him and fails to see the dangers that lie ahead. The dog is attempting to warn him of impending danger, but he may choose to ignore it.
This is a card with limitless potential. When this card appears in a spread, It usually denotes fresh beginnings such as moving into a new house, starting a new career, or beginning a new relationship. Your current circumstance will lead you to fresh and uncharted territory.
The Fool is a powerful card in the Tarot deck. In your spread, the Fool’s position indicates which elements of your life are likely to change. The Fool foreshadows significant choices that will be difficult to make and may expose you to danger. These choices require youthful vigor and optimism and there are many opportunities ahead of you – so make use of them!
The Major Arcana begins with the Fool, which is where everyone starts their journey. This card isn’t even considered “number one”; in fact, the number on the card is “zero”. Starting from \“ground zero\” is said to be the greatest place to start, and this card is no exception.

On the Fool card, we see a man who is still very youthful. His clothes are lovely, with a variety of colors and shapes. In one hand he has a walking stick with a pack attached, while in the other, he holds a beautiful white flower. A tiny white dog, probably the man’s friend, sits at his feet. There are no clouds in the sky, and the sun is shining brightly over the rugged mountains behind him that seem blue and snow-capped in the distance. The young man’s foot is perched on the edge of a precipice, and his optimistic look is cast upward.
Don’t Be Afraid To Go It Alone
The Fool is not just about embarking on new journeys but doing so on your own (or with a helpful sidekick like the white dog) in order to achieve new heights. You may not know where you’re heading, the young man in the card definitely doesn’t, judging by the forlorn manner in which he goes! You’ve already taken the first step. With his tiny bag, he also seems unprepared for his trip: this may indicate that spontaneity is becoming more prominent in your life.
Like every other tarot card, the Fool has good and bad sides. What is essential to remember is that these aspects don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Both the bad and good elements of the Fool are often present in a scenario at the same time. A person may be embarking on a new endeavor but is Foolish or naïve about how to continue. Look at how close he’s getting to the cliff’s edge! Is he aware that if he takes another step, his trip would end before it has even begun? Or is he so enthralled by big notions of adventure, excitement, and trust that he is ready to follow his feet wherever they lead
There are a few things you should start asking yourself when pulling the Fool in readings. Do you feel like you’ve just started a long trip, either literally or metaphorically? Should you be if you aren’t already? Are you paying close attention to this trip, or did you embark on it carelessly? Is it possible that you’re being “played for a fool” or that you’re behaving recklessly on purpose?
What The Fool Means for You Today
The Fool has appeared today to remind you not to take life too seriously and embrace the unknown. While it is wise to be prudent when making plans, it is not always possible to account for all the different factors that could be affecting a situation. They say the journey both begins and ends with the Fool, which means that a foolish person and an enlightened person can often look the same. The wise master knows that life is like a dream and the path forward manifests before him with each step he takes. He knows that a playful and relaxed attitude always brings the best results.

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This illustration depicts a farmer resting on his shovel, gazing at pentacles blossoming like fruits. He has completed all of the necessary tasks, and now all that remains is to wait and watch what happens. After waiting for quite some time, he has begun to be concerned about whether the fruits on this tree would ever be ripe enough to pick.
The card indicates that real success can only be achieved if you are resolute and refuse to give in to uncertainty. Your patience may be wearing thin, but you must avoid the urge to view everything that has occurred as a setback. It would be a mistake to succumb to impatience. It is yet too early to enjoy the benefits of your efforts.
Gardening may be a great pastime since it provides necessary food, gorgeous plants to look at, and it is also quite satisfying. What makes it so satisfying? Because few things in life have a straight input and outcome. The more time, work, energy, and resources you invest in a garden, the more you’ll receive out of it. And when it’s time to reap your crop, you’ll have a wonderful sense of accomplishment that will last the rest of your day.
We see a young man with a hoe in front of us, obviously having spent the last several hours, days, and months tending to his garden. The garden itself is ripe and ready for harvesting – enormous leaves as big as the man’s head are sprouting, as are dazzling pentacles (assumed to be the fruits). The man is longingly leaning on his hoe, trying to see whether there are any more weeds to pick or flaws to correct. He seems to have discovered nothing – his garden is in perfect condition, with just the gleaming fruit of his labours to show for it.

The Seven of Pentacles, after all, is all about reaping the benefits of your work. If you’ve been working on something for a long time, now is the moment to start seeing results. If you get this card, you probably already know what you’ve been working on – whether it’s a big physical project, a little personal project, or even a project to further clarify and define your own self – and you’ll start seeing actual results soon.
A Tree That Grows Slowly Also Grows Strong
This card may be telling you to take a moment to reflect and realise how far you’ve come. We don’t always realise how much work we’ve done because we’re continuously working – we don’t have time to look back and see what we’ve accomplished. The Seven of Pentacles is pleading with you to do so right now. Stop for a moment, take a glance around, and compare your current situation to where you were a year ago. Do you see the distinction?
Finally, this card encourages you to begin recognising your own efforts. Even when we look back with the intention of recognising how far we’ve come, our own negative thinking frequently blinds us to our progress. We think to ourselves, “That’s not very remarkable,” and “Others have gone farther.” Never compare your life to the lives of others; they will never have the same experiences as you, therefore comparing is pointless. Take a moment to pat yourself on the back and appreciate everything you’ve gone through to get to this point. Make a note of everything you’ve done in the last year; you may be surprised.
When you encounter this card in your readings, here are some questions to ask yourself. What do you regard your own personal garden to be – a project, a hobby, or some other activity? How far have you progressed in terms of your objectives and accomplishments? Can you take a moment to congratulate yourself? Is it possible for you to be proud of yourself for making it thus far? What rewards of your work have you recently received?
What Seven of Pentacles Means for You Today
The Seven of Pentacles has appeared today to encourage you to take your time, be meticulous and don’t rush. Whatever you are working on in your life has reached a stage where all you can do is wait for the time to be right. Harvesting too soon can reduce your yield or even ruin your entire project. If you have made it this far, you can be patient just a little bit longer. You are so close to the payoff that you can taste it. Hold out just a little bit longer and success will be yours.

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