The Tarot Room – Georgianna

Mars moves into Sagittarius today and will stay there until November 17th.

From a Tarot perspective, it would be like the Tower’s lightening strikes behind the Temperance Angel. His usually tranquil environment is shaking up around him.

The Tower really gets matters charged up. It’s powerful and energizing, loosening all blocks and obstructions in its way.

More often than not, it’s unexpected, a bolt from the sky that throws everything into chaos.

The Tower reminds us that solidity is just an illusion. Everything is always in flux, and no matter how many walls we build up, eventually they’re all going to come down.

Temperance, on the other hand, is about easy flow. He balances earth, air, and fire in perfect harmony and isn’t often caught off guard.

Steady, yet fluid, he’s able to control nature as if by magic. His wings connect him to the divine, while his feet lightly plant him in earth’s soil and water.

Temperance is about following the mean, not cascading one way or another. He’s about balance and movement even when standing still.

And though typically serene, Temperance is well able to manage the force of the Tower. He’s fluid, and willing to realign.

Mars in Sagittarius, or the Tower’s lightening striking behind the Temperance Angel, is a time of energized flexibility.

Though you might be surprised by some of the events swirling around you, you can find strength in the opportunity to let go of old ideas, situations, or relationships that might be hemming you in.

Take control, but be flexible. Attaching yourself too strongly to one particular concept or way of doing things isn’t necessary or even desirable right now.

Keeping yourself balanced as you take action towards change is more important. And for the time being at least, probably a lot easier and more productive.

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Mars moves into Scorpio today and will stay there until October 7th.

Looking at this transit through the eyes of the Tarot, it would be like the Tower’s lightening is striking Death. Transformation has been ignited.

The Tower hearkens change, typically of the sudden and unexpected kind.

Solid structures no longer feel secure, and those in charge can find themselves more than a little unsure of where they might be headed.

But the bolt of lightening also brings new energy with it, and a blinding flash of light that can open new perspectives. Shocking though it is, the Tower energy is illuminating as well.

Death is also a card of change, but it’s more emotionally charged than spiritually ignited. It’s less about illumination, and more about reflection.

Putrefaction is its theme. It’s transformation through decay, slow moving, but ever progressing.

In Tarot, Death isn’t an end so much as a stage. It’s like a caterpillar’s time in a cocoon, an internal process of regeneration.

The Tower’s lightening forces Death’s normally hidden processes to suddenly come to light. Though it’s not always pretty, it’s usually worth paying attention to.

Mars in Scorpio, or the Tower’s lightening striking Death, can be a period of significant internal transformation. And change that was taking place slowly might start picking up speed.

Be as open to the changes around you as you can, and courageous enough to face what you see.

If an unexpected insight prompts you to reconsider aspects of your life – dive in and explore the situation fully.

Have faith that endings will be followed by renewal, and dormancy replaced with something fresh and very much alive.

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Mars moves into Libra today and will stay there until August 23rd.

From a Tarot perspective, this transit is like the Tower’s lightening is striking the seat of Justice. Balance is being mightily realigned.

The Tower brings with it disruption and transformation. What once appeared solid is brought down with a bolt from the sky.

Shocking though it often is, this bolt can represent liberty and freedom from mental confinement.

When the Tower’s around, it’s easy to think outside of the box because the box itself has been destroyed.

Justice herself is no stranger to change, though typically she’s less dramatic than the Tower.

She represents the natural flow of life, the laws of nature, harmony, and karma.

Justice carefully weighs what she sees and adjusts as necessary to create a perfect balance.

Though Justice prefers to take her time and make change rationally and with a certain subtle grace, when faced with fireworks, she can move quickly.

With Mars in Libra, or the Tower’s lightening striking Justice’s throne, definitions of what’s right or wrong become less clear. Mental paradigms begin to shift.

During this time, take advantage of any unexpected changes in your life to look at things from a new perspective.

Old connections, patterns, and methods of decision-making might be open for review. Don’t be afraid to shake things up.

Out of the chaos, a new balance will emerge. It might not be what you expected, but it will be just right.

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Tower Strikes the Hermit

Mars moves into Virgo today and will stay there until July 30, 2012. It will be retrograde from January 23 to April 13th.

From a Tarot perspective, this transit is like the Tower’s crashing around the Hermit and the night skies are on fire.

The Tower is raw power exploding from out of nowhere and shaking down everything in its wake.

It’s great for breaking through blocks and stale ways of thinking, but it can sure make things uncomfortable.

The Tower might be shocking, but at least if provides a chance to start fresh. Things that once seemed solid crumble like sand and it becomes apparent that they weren’t so solid after all.

The Hermit isn’t particularly keen on surprises. He’s slow moving and likes his fire contained.

He’s concerned with the inner realms, and spends a lot of time by himself just thinking. Wisdom is within, and it takes time alone to discover it.

The Hermit isn’t lonely or morose, just contemplative. He likes it where he is. And though he might not throw a lot of parties, he’ll welcome you if you drop by.

When the Tower shows up in the Hermit’s realm, it certainly messes with his routine, but he’s been through more than one shake up in his long life, and faces the commotion unruffled.

Mars in Virgo, or the Tower striking the Hermit, is a time to throw away your old routine and start building a new one.

A new perspective is almost certain to arise, and it’s likely to come from somewhere unexpected.

Don’t be afraid to look beyond your comfort zone, and don’t give up the details just because things around you seem chaotic.

It’s time to energetically reorganize and create a new plan of action that will be even better than before.

Stick with what you need to do and keep going. Things will calm down soon enough, and you’ll know so much more by the time it’s done.

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Tower Strikes Strength

Mars moves into Leo today and will be there until November 11th.

Looking at this transit from a Tarot perspective, it would be like the Tower is tumbling around Strength and her lion.

The Tower is a surprise, an unexpected change that gives you no time to prepare.

It’s a powerful force that rips down everything in its path with the shocking speed of a wildfire on grass.

Though the changes the Tower brings might be unsettling, they’re typically liberating, freeing us from stagnant behaviours and thought patterns.

Strength is full of fire herself, though she likes it contained and within her control.

Though unassuming in her white robe and floral head-dress, she’s a force to be reckoned with.

Creative, enthusiastic, and courageous, she won’t step back from a challenge. And she’s not afraid to take up arms for a battle she believes in.

When lightening strikes and the Tower falls, Strength is someone you might want by your side. She’s well able to take charge when the going gets wild.

Mars in Leo, or the Tower falling around the Strength’s feet can be a time chaos contained.

Tempers might flare as unexpected situations arise, but you have the power to deal with pretty well anything that comes up. Just believe it and keep going.

See if you can harness the high energy to really make a difference, positively shaking up your life to get it more in line with your spirit.

Don’t fear change, embrace it and see how strong you really are.

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Tower Rides the Chariot

Mars moves into Cancer today and will stay there until September 19th.

From a Tarot perspective, it would be like the Tower is taking a ride on the Chariot. Lightening might strike, but the Charioteer just keeps moving forward.

The Tower is a wild card, wild in the sense that there’s no telling how it might play out in our lives. It’s always a surprise, though not always welcome.

It shakes things up and gets us back to basics. It shatters the walls we build up around ourselves.

Freedom can arise from chaos, and often that’s what the Tower brings. Liberation through the destruction of what we once thought to be solid.

Freedom is important to the Chariot as well, though it’s typically less dramatic. The Charioteer likes to be on the open road, free from restraint and able to move as he wills.

He’s a warrior, armoured and powerful, able to keep his back strong and his courage steady. He’s not without emotions, he just keeps them to himself.

The Charioteer is perseverance personified. He won’t give up till there’s no road left to travel.

When the Tower appears, it’s usually a little uncomfortable, and when it’s travelling with the Chariot it can be like a tornado on wheels.

But the Charioteer’s less bothered by turmoil than most. Travel at the best of times can be chaos, and he’s a traveller extraordinaire.

Mars in Cancer, or the Tower taking a ride on the Chariot can be a period of powerful change, it’s movement that can seriously alter your direction.

Travel might be less predictable than usual, and it’s likely that unexpected circumstances will get you rethinking plans in general.

Don’t be afraid to change course if suddenly your first path is blocked. There’s a great deal of energy available now. Use the push to get things really happening.

Stay armoured, but keep moving. It could be an exciting time.

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Lightening Strikes the Lovers' Angel

Mars moves into Gemini today and stays there until August 3rd.

Looking at this transit from a Tarot perspective, it’s like the Tower’s struck the Lovers’ Angel. The heavens are shaking. Are the Lovers about to go for a tumble?

The Lovers are naked, open and vulnerable. They’ve courageously exposed themselves in their quest for truth.

The Lovers yearn for union, desiring to commit to one another under the blessings of the divine.

They understand what it means to say ‘I do’ because they’ve looked at all sides before making their decision.

Once they’ve finally chosen, they’d like the world to know what they’ve done. And they’re happy to be the ones to share the news.

The Tower, on the other hand, is about dissolution rather than union. It shakes things up so that they’re never quite the same again.

A bolt of lightening from out of nowhere – it could be a blast of inspiration or a revelation that we’d rather not have had. Either way, it motivates us to action.

The Tower sees no difference between a fortress and a prison. Both are easily brought down with a little fire from the sky. And usually not much can be salvaged from the blaze.

The Tower probably wasn’t what the Lovers were hoping for when they planned their day of union. But if there were ever a couple flexible enough to cope, it would probably be them.

Mars in Gemini, or the Tower striking the Lovers’ Angel, can be a time of disruption in relationships, and mental attitudes. Commitments you thought were sturdy, might suddenly not seem so solid.

But paradise lost could actually mean freedom from choices that no longer satisfy.

New information and circumstances can ultimately lead to expansion of the mind and a deepening of commitment. A new solidity can be established, but the foundation is likely to shift.

Look at this period as a challenge to be as open-minded as you can. Ideas will likely be flying fast and furious. Options you hadn’t considered might soon seem quite reasonable.

Go with the flow. Liberation and illumination are possible. Not despite the chaos, but because of it.

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Lightening Strikes the Hierophant

Mars moves into Taurus today and stays there until June 21st.

Looking at this transit through the eyes of the Tarot, it’s like the Tower’s lightening has struck the Hierophant’s throne. And his acolytes are tumbling down.

The Tower is always a surprise. Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out, something shocking proves you’re wrong.

We build towers for defense, protection and a higher perspective. But if we’re not careful, they can easily become prisons. Prisons so high, they become lightening rods.

The Tower in the Tarot provides liberation from those elements in our life that have become too solid, unyielding, or concrete. It’s a destructive force, but one that can bring enlightenment along with it.

The Hierophant, on the other hand, is much more comfortable when the world feels grounded. He likes things straight ahead, steady and controlled.

He is what tradition is all about. He’s the masculine moral authority, and rules are very important to him. He doesn’t typically look well on surprises.

But he does appreciate enlightenment. In fact that’s why he’s so concerned with the rules. He uses ritual and tradition to find a path to the divine.

The Tower might come announced to the Hierophant‘s chambers, but the old master won’t likely be too disturbed. He’s more apt to use the situation as a spiritual lesson, like he’d been expecting it all along.

When Mars moves into Taurus, and the Hierophant’s stone throne is struck by lightening, we might find that what we thought was certain, no longer seems so obvious.

Belief structures might shift, and rules that used to make sense might now feel outmoded.

Old ways of seeing the spirit, religion or traditional structures are all up for review. As could be our perceptions about who really has moral authority.

Don’t be afraid of letting tradition for tradition’s sake fall away. And if an idol or two falls with it, that’s all right too.

It might be a bit chaotic for a moment, but this is your chance to find faith in yourself. Use it as an opportunity to start being your own last word.

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Tower as Emperor's Throne

Mars moves into Aries tonight and stays there until May 11th.

Looking at this transit from a tarot perspective, it’s like the Emperor was sitting in his castle just as the lightening struck. His stone throne is exploding.

The Tower is about drastic change, shocking turns of fate and unexpected disturbances. To call its arrival a surprise is typically an understatement.

All you thought was stable and sure is suddenly in turmoil. Structures that seemed fool safe no longer protect you.

The Tower is a breakdown of foundations, the destruction of boundaries. Though it brings chaos in its wake, it’s also a source of liberation.

The Emperor is a man who thrives in chaos. He’s the god of war.

Though his goal is to create stability, a foundation that’s strong enough to maintain itself, his methods are hardly peaceful.

The Emperor sets the world on fire. He moves people, inspires, and enrages. He demands control and settles for nothing less than complete sovereignty.

The Tower is at home in the Emperor’s domain. It shatters his control, but gives him an opportunity to fight. Something he does best.

Mars in Aries, or the Tower as the Emperor’s throne, is likely to be an exciting time. What you thought would never change suddenly does.

It could just be a way of seeing things. Old ideas are shattered and inspiration to begin afresh becomes overwhelming.

Or things might really be changing. New circumstances present themselves without warning and the way you were approaching a situation no longer works.

Destroy inertia and create a new world for yourself. This is a time of great power.

Potentially challenging, yes. But also a chance to take charge in your life like you never thought possible.

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