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Week of April 6th: Leveled Hearts & Minds

Ace of Swords & The Hanged One represent the energy for the week of April 6th

Ace of Swords & The Hanged One represent the energy for the week of April 6th


Forced isolation has given everything we dreamed of achieving space to float to consciousness. Our desires now have the time and energy to dance at the tip of our tongues. We passively create mantras that start with the words, "I want...I wish...I need…" but those statements are fleeting if they’re not supported with work.

The ‘work’ looks different depending on the person, the moment in time, and the desired goal. Check-in with Self as often as possible to determine what is required of you. Some will find their work is to give their dreaming minds a rest, others will see their work is to get organized. Difficult conversations, prayer, acts that cultivate joy, virtual therapy visits are all dutiful acts to service our lives. Dive in, fully, to whatever action calls to you most. All work forms will create clarity within you, the only thing you can do wrong is pressure yourself.

Aside from sickness, death, and financial insecurity, the perceived side effect of the pandemic is a slower momentum. That is true for some aspects of our lives, but not for all. Global citizens are realizing that all work does not need to benefit capitalism, as such we do not need to work at capitalism’s pace. Our work allows us to achieve personal goals, create art, and build critically connected communities, too. There is no rush right now, isn’t that a blessing? This is our chance to get focused and incorporate logic into our aspirations and needs. A peaceful balance of the sub/conscious. When the heart, Spirit, and mind align they create a plan for your life that can’t be fucked with no matter what you encounter. Do the work you are called to do at a pace that works for you. The only direction possible is still forward.