Anna Louise May (Maya) 2023
July 2022 Musings...
25th July 2022…I’ve chosen the Star
Spinner Tarot for our medium today. This
deck has an Art Nouveau energy – and a real
“fairy tale” vibe. Somehow it feels very
modern & very traditional at the same time.
The meanings are derived from the Rider-
Waite system, but some of the
representations are unashamedly
untraditional & inclusive! I love it, and I’m
sure it will be a powerful translator of the
numinous for us. So, sit back, relax your
shoulders, take a sip of chamomile tea,
exhale deeply, and let’s explore…
The dominant energetic influence we can tap
into over the coming week for the purpose of
progressing the spiritual journey & pursuing
the path to wholeness is reflected in the King
of Swords. This card reminds us of the power
we have over our lives through the potency
of our words. Our communication with
ourselves & others is a magickal process. We
translate our feelings & ideas into language
in order to share them. When we share lies,
we’re effectively performing black magick.
And when we try to deceive ourselves in our
thoughts, we’re performing black magick on
ourselves. The presence of this card in this
position tells us to be considerate of our
thoughts & words this week. Be mindful of
how accurate your translations of your
thoughts & ideas into words & self-talk are.
Be prepared to change your mind & open
yourself to new interpretations of old beliefs.
The second card identifies the potential
opposition we may face in pursuit of the
promises of the first card. And this week, this
comes in the form of the 6 of Pentacles. This
is in no way a negative card, but in this
position we’re looking at the shadow-aspect
of the archetype. The 6 of Pentacles is about
having plenty in a practical sense & being
able to share what you have with others. But
this week, it indicates a potential problem in
this area. If you’re around people make
demands on your time & resources but never
reciprocate, this might be something to look
out for. It could also be indicative of a
tendency to feel you need to buy the
approval of others or derive your self-esteem
from the opinions of those around you. Be
vigilant against tendencies of over-giving this
week!
And now we turn to the daily cards for the
week-ahead. These cards depict & define the
archetypal energetic influences we can
harness to optimise our personal power &
increase our inspiration in the coming days.
Monday 25th July 2022…The Lovers…You are
a being of love & light & today offers
opportunities for you to shine! Express your
love for those around you by focusing on
kindness. Allow self-love to light up the
darkest corners of your life by showing
yourself compassion too. The Universe
reminds you that appreciation & gratitude
are expressions of love. Affirm: “Limitless
love sanctifies every aspect of my life”
Tuesday 26th July 2022…7 of Wands…Don’t
measure yourself against others; but do
recognise your progress. You’re equipped
with wisdom from challenges you faced in
the past. You can trust in yourself today. So
let go of some of your worries. Relax &
remind yourself you’ve got this. The Universe
reminds you that hope is the only thing
stronger than fear. Affirm: “I am enough.
This day & every day”
Wednesday 27th July 2022…King of
Pentacles…You are supported by powerful
spiritual forces. Your ancestors offer you
healing, encouragement & spiritual
protection. Tap into new levels of confidence
by remembering you’re never alone & you’re
always loved. Every step of the way you’re
guided by unseen hands. The Universe
reminds you that you are the result of a
thousand loves. Affirm: “I am free of fear &
fortified by love”
Thursday 28th July 2022…The Hermit…Take a
time-out & sink into the silence. Bring your
spiritual practice to the fore. Meditation,
prayer, yoga or healing restore the flow of
your life. Cut out distractions. Move slowly &
quietly through your day & allow peace to
suffuse your spirit. The Universe reminds you
that a peaceful life begins within your own
heart. Affirm: “I align with the peace &
perfection of simply being”
Friday 29th July 2022…Queen of
Swords…Your skills to organise yourself &
create your unique life come to the fore
today. Focus on the road ahead & don’t
deviate from your goals. Remember how far
you’ve come. Consciously let go of self-doubt
& see the barriers to success evaporate. The
Universe reminds you that opportunity lives
within every obstacle. Affirm: “I choose a life
of peace & prosperity. I
progress…progress…progress”
Saturday 30th July 2022…2 of
Swords…Indecision impedes progress.
Sometimes it’s best to choose with the
willingness to make a mistake. You can
discover more from a mistake than you can
from stagnation. Some of your greatest
insights have come from mistakes! Trust
yourself to learn. The Universe reminds you
that a mistake is a lesson, not a loss. Affirm:
“I trust myself to exceed myself. I learn. I
grow. I shine”
Sunday 31st July 2022…9 of Swords…The
solution to oppressive thoughts & limiting
beliefs can only come from within. Writing
them down can allow you to observe them
from a safe distance. Recognising your
patterns creates opportunities to embrace
new ways of being. The Universe reminds
you that you that courage is overcoming fear,
not eradicating it. Affirm: “I define the life of
my dreams. I hope. I love. I live.”
This concludes our mystical musings for the
week-ahead. I hope you’ve enjoyed your
time with me today, and that you’ll come
back again soon. Have a beautiful week! I
wish you peace, prosperity & progress in all
you do.
With blessings.
18th July 2022…Welcome back to my cosy
corner of the internet. Here, I select a tarot
deck each week from my extensive collection
to elucidate the ethers, and scry the shifting
celestial tides on behalf of the collective.
These readings are not aimed at any
particular person; and you are meant to
them at the time their guidance is most
relevant to you; so please take only what
resonates with you, and leave the rest
behind. My musings are intended to inspire,
uplift and guide you on your healing journey.
If you like what you find here, please share
this page with your friends. One good deed
deserves another – and because your
engagement really helps me out, if you like,
share or comment, I hope and intend that
you will be blessed with bountiful
beneficence this week.
I’ve chosen the Zillich Tarot for our mystical
meanderings today. This deck is based on
the Thoth system & has beautiful water-
colour images that create a dreamy &
magickal world of traditional tarot
archetypes. I’m sure it will be a powerful
translator of the numinous for us. So, sit
back, relax your shoulders, take a sip of
chamomile tea, exhale deeply, and let’s
explore…
The dominant energetic influence we can tap
into over the coming week for the purpose of
progressing the spiritual journey & pursuing
the path to wholeness is reflected in the Four
of Cups. This card cautions us about missing
out on the full picture this week. There are
blessings to be had, healing to be progressed
& abundance to manifest, but if you have a
tendency to focus on the “glass half-empty”,
you may miss the openings the Universe
intends for you this week. Take the time to
pause & look around yourself. Appreciate the
things you love & identify the things that
bring you joy. Meditation opens the mind to
the magick & mystery that underpins the
whole of creation. If you can’t see the
magick, allow yourself to feel it.
The second card identifies the potential
opposition we may face in pursuit of the
promises of the first card. And this week, this
comes in the form of Justice. This is in no
way a negative card, but in this position,
we’re dealing with the shadowed aspects of
the archetype. The presence of Justice
reminds us not to become hyperfixated on
things; it reminds us that being too rigid in
our routines & trying to micro-manage
ourselves & our lives can block us from
aligning with the expansive excellence of our
eternal nature. Being open to opportunities
for growth means keeping an open mind &
an open heart this week.
And now we turn to the daily cards for the
week-ahead. These cards depict & define the
archetypal energetic influences we can
harness to optimise our personal power &
increase our inspiration in the coming days.
Monday 18th July 2022…6 of Wands…Success
in all areas is accessible today! It’s time to
audaciously step up & take centre stage.
Your positivity is contagious. Staying humble
allows you to share your smile with those
around you. Blessings abound & rebound
when you lead by example. The Universe
reminds you that you are continuously
supported & cherished by divine forces.
Affirm: “Blessings abound & success
surrounds me”
Tuesday 19th July 2022…3 of
Pentacles…Collaboration is key to your
prosperity & progress today. Seek advice &
support from wise allies & give yourself an
advantage. Learning from experience –
including the experience of others – can
hasten your healing journey. The Universe
reminds you that when you change the way
you look at things, the things you look at
change. Affirm: “My sacred soul is a source
of infinite wisdom”
Wednesday 20th July 2022…Princess of
Wands…Whatever you do today, make it fun!
Frivolity & pleasure-seeking can allow
expression of your majestic & magickal soul.
Dance your way forward by picking your
soundtrack carefully. You have the power to
lift your mood! The Universe reminds you
that you that to follow your dreams, you
need to define them. Affirm: “Everything is
good & great & brilliant & beautiful”
Thursday 21st July 2022…7 of Swords…Life is
what happens to you when you’re busy
making other plans! Confound your own
expectations by doing things you didn’t plan
to do today. Thinking outside the box brings
brilliance & bounty to within your grasp. The
Universe reminds you that freedom from the
limitation of anticipation is true freedom!
Affirm: “Through uniqueness & magick I
shine & align”
Friday 22nd July 2022…Temperance…Refine
your spirit by setting aside some sacred
space for contemplation, relaxation &
healing. Disconnecting yourself from social
demands & spending time with yourself is
essential for your spiritual maintenance.
Today, stop doing things long enough to just
be yourself. The Universe reminds you that
peace & patience are qualities of your
authentic spiritual self. Affirm: “My soul is a
source of tranquillity & triumph”
Saturday 23rd July 2022…Prince of
Wands…Explore your creativity by
recognising yourself as the canvas. What will
you make of yourself today? Choose your
colours with care & don’t let others water
them down or dull your brilliance. Express
your truth in ways that resonate with your
individuality. The Universe reminds you that
inspiration comes from your soul. Affirm: “I
awaken to my sacred splendour. I shine. I
shine. I shine.”
Sunday 24th July 2022…3 of Cups…
Appreciate the little things & celebrate the
big ones today! When you recognise the
richness of your life, your life replenishes &
refreshes your soul. Express gratitude for the
abundance & blessings that fill your world.
The Universe reminds you that your reality is
defined by your mind. Affirm: “Abundance
flows & blessings grow. Always & in all ways,
I prosper”
This concludes our mystical musings for the
week-ahead. I hope you’ve enjoyed your
time with me today, and that you’ll come
back again soon. Have a beautiful week! I
wish you peace, prosperity & progress in all
you do.
With blessings.
11th July 2022…Welcome back to my cosy
corner of the internet. Here, I select a tarot
deck each week from my extensive collection
to elucidate the ethers, and scry the shifting
celestial tides on behalf of the collective.
These readings are not aimed at any
particular person; and you are meant to
them at the time their guidance is most
relevant to you; so please take only what
resonates with you, and leave the rest
behind. My musings are intended to inspire,
uplift and guide you on your healing journey.
If you like what you find here, please share
this page with your friends. One good deed
deserves another – and because your
engagement really helps me out, if you like,
share or comment, I hope and intend that
you will be blessed with bountiful
beneficence this week.
I’ve chosen the Happy Tarot for our mystical
meanderings today. This deck features super
sweet & sugary imagery but still carries the
symbolism of the traditional cards – this
means its very well balanced & can express
the light and shadowed sides of the
archetypes in an accessible way. I’m sure it
will be a powerful translator of the numinous
for us. So, sit back, relax your shoulders,
take a sip of chamomile tea, exhale deeply,
and let’s explore…
The dominant energetic influence we can tap
into over the coming week for the purpose of
progressing the spiritual journey & pursuing
the path to wholeness is reflected in the 7 of
Cups. In this position, the positive aspects of
this card are emphasised & it reveals that
progressive possibilities are flowing into our
lives. We can explore these new
opportunities & derive inspiration &
motivation from them through daydreaming
& exploring our imagination. Visualising your
goals can help you to align your intentions
with your hope & the 7 of Cups guides us to
imagine what we truly desire as a way to
determine our objectives for the next cycle of
our lives. If you find exploring your
imagination difficult, perhaps start out with a
notebook handy so you can write down your
impressions & then refer to the notebook the
next time you sit down to tune in. Your
imagination holds the key to spiritual
inspiration this week.
The second card identifies the potential
opposition we may face in pursuit of the
promises of the first card. And this week, this
comes in the form of The Devil. In this
position we’re looking at the negative aspect
of the card & this is about restriction & the
confining of the mind by limiting ideas.
Pessimism & cynicism can block us from
experiencing hope & keep us shut off from
our potential. This week, be aware of
habitual negative thinking cycles so that you
can break them! If a restrictive or limiting
thought breaks through, acknowledge it &
release it by saying “Thank you. Goodbye”.
Sometimes our negative thoughts are
attempts by our mind to protect us from
danger or emotional upset. And sometimes
they’re totally misplaced! So acknowledging
& releasing persistent negative thoughts can
help us to recognise the pattern & allow us to
move away from it.
And now we turn to the daily cards for the
week-ahead. These cards depict & define the
archetypal energetic influences we can
harness to optimise our personal power &
increase our inspiration in the coming days.
Monday 11th July 2022…Queen of
Pentacles…Appreciate the abundance at
home & marvel at the magick that surrounds
you. Indulge your soul by focusing on what
brings you peace & pleasure. Consciously
enjoying home comforts is a sacred
grounding ritual today. The Universe
reminds you that you carry your spiritual
home within your heart & are always loved.
Affirm: “My heart shines & aligns with
heavenly light & love”
Tuesday 12th July 2022…3 of
Swords…Sometimes our suffering wakes us
up to new possibilities. Acknowledge your
triggers today because the Universe is
guiding you to the places you need to heal.
Be patient & kind with yourself. Your
emotions are valid & you can accept them
without explaining them. The Universe
reminds you that grief can be the garden of
compassion. Affirm: “I open my heart to
healing hope”
Wednesday 13th July 2022…Ace of
Swords…Inspiration crackles in the corners of
your mind. Align with new ideas by creating
the mental space to receive them. Declutter
your thinking by spending time in meditation
today. Your spirit is guiding you to your bliss.
The Universe reminds you that you are
always connected to the source of your
divinity. Affirm: “My soul leads me to a
luminous life of limitless love”
Thursday 14th July 2022…The World…Take a
moment to appreciate your progress today.
Trials & tribulations of the past have found
resolution. They have taught you & brought
you blessings. You have ascended to new
heights & today you deserve a pat on the
back! The Universe reminds you that you
are divinely guided towards the highest
expression of your unique soul. Affirm: “I
awaken to authenticity. I ascend, ascend,
ascend”
Friday 15th July 2022…The Hermit…Follow
your inner light by disconnecting from the
drama & demands of the outside world
today. Set some boundaries & set aside some
time to attend to your spiritual needs with
meditation, yoga or healing. Finding balance
brings you back to your authentic self. The
Universe reminds you that seclusion is a
source of spiritual solace & strength. Affirm:
“In silence & solitude, my shining soul
speaks”
Saturday 16th July 2022…Ace of
Pentacles…Your creative juices are flowing &
it’s time to channel them into something
sumptuous & soulful. Put your money where
your mouth is by grounding your goals in
reality. Starting a new hobby or progressing
a passion project makes magick today. The
Universe reminds you that creativity is
intelligence at play. Affirm: “I create a life
that befits my beautiful & bountiful soul”
Sunday 17th July 2022…5 of Cups…Set aside
some time & space to create a sanctuary of
sacred healing for yourself today. Exploring &
expressing your emotions can help you gain
wisdom & increase your insight. Extend
compassion to yourself with soul-nourishing
self-care rituals. The Universe reminds you
that only by experiencing darkness can we
witness our light. Affirm: “Every day & every
night, my soul expands in love & light”
This concludes our mystical musings for the
week-ahead. I hope you’ve enjoyed your
time with me today, and that you’ll come
back again soon. Have a beautiful week! I
wish you peace, prosperity & progress in all
you do.
With blessings.
4th July 2022…Welcome back to my cosy
corner of the internet. Here, I select a tarot
deck each week from my extensive collection
to elucidate the ethers, and scry the shifting
celestial tides on behalf of the collective.
These readings are not aimed at any
particular person; and you are meant to
them at the time their guidance is most
relevant to you; so please take only what
resonates with you, and leave the rest
behind. My musings are intended to inspire,
uplift and guide you on your healing journey.
If you like what you find here, please share
this page with your friends. One good deed
deserves another – and because your
engagement really helps me out, if you like,
share or comment, I hope and intend that
you will be blessed with bountiful
beneficence this week.
I’ve chosen the Spiritsong Tarot for our
mystical meanderings today. This is my
favourite animal-based deck with exquisite
illustrations of the archetypes by Paulina
Cassidy. It’s beautiful & whimsical in style,
but with the depth of meaning that nature &
animal spirits bring to the mix. I’m sure it
will be a powerful translator of the numinous
for us. So, sit back, relax your shoulders,
take a sip of chamomile tea, exhale deeply,
and let’s explore…
The dominant energetic influence we can tap
into over the coming week for the purpose of
progressing the spiritual journey & pursuing
the path to wholeness is reflected in the King
of Wands. This card expresses the energy &
magick of the horse spirit. It’s keywords are
“optimism” and “innovation”. And for me, this
card recommends us to dance with our
desires & allow our inner music to be
translated through the way we live our lives.
This week’s energy allows you to really get
things done, but only if you tap into your
innate passion. Your motivation needs to
come from inside you if you want to succeed
this week. Trust in yourself & don’t allow
those who talk about their limitations to
influence you into fixating on negative ideas.
The second card identifies the potential
opposition we may face in pursuit of the
promises of the first card. And this week, this
comes in the form of Page of Pentacles. This
isn’t a negative card but in this position,
we’re looking at the shadow aspects of the
archetype & considering how it might play
against the dominant energetic forces
elucidated by the first card in particular. This
card is about planning & strategizing. It’s
about anticipating problems & working
around them. And planning can be vital. But
it can also be a bit of a trap sometimes. You
can end up “what if-ing” your way out of
possibilities & talking yourself out of action.
Too much Page of Pentacles energy can lead