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Northern Jewel Tarot, Troy, NY (2026)

09/10/2023

Setting up for an at-home reading! I love to incorporate meditation, intention setting, aromatherapy, and ceremony into my readings! If you get a home reading with me, it is so much more than just a reading... it's an experience!

08/10/2023

Ah, The Moon! The reflecting lantern that illuminates trees in the dark of night, feminine energy, puller of tides, Daughter of Earth. Within the Tarot, The Moon often corresponds with The High Priestess. Mystery, dark feminine energy, hidden secrets: these are reflected in both cards. However, whereas The High Priestess teaches us to look around us for hidden mysteries, The Moon is more introspective.

Oftentimes The Moon in Tarot makes me think of something called “The Dark Night of the Soul.” It’s something that those who undergo a spiritual awakening, or any kind of major internal shift, often refer to. The Dark Night of the Soul is a time of dark introspection in which one often becomes disillusioned with the mundane tasks and challenges of life, with the way society operates, with issues pertaining to social justice, etc. It’s a time when we turn inward to truly dig underneath shame, hurt, blame, guilt, and everyday struggles to get at the heart of our values and find out who we truly are.

When we see The Moon in a reading, it may indicate that deep introspection is needed or has already taken place. The Moon says “sit down, shut up, close your eyes, take a breath, and think.” The Moon is silent and yet pulls entire oceans back and forth and back and forth. There is a quiet strength that comes from deep introspection.

Take some time today to just sit and be with yourself. What has been on your mind? Why do these things matter to you? If you’ve been stressed, dig beneath that stress into what is sparking that anxious reaction in you. Examine this for a time, and then relax your grip on these thoughts like the Moon relaxes its grip on the ocean. How do you feel?

08/09/2023

Today’s pull is The Chariot reversed. The Chariot is a card of movement and journeys. It can signify the glorious end of a challenge where you can enjoy the fruits of your labor. It can also show us when we’re stuck in our journey. Perhaps there is a fork in the road on our way to reach a goal and we’re not sure which path to take. Perhaps we’ve started a journey that just hasn’t progressed forward, whether it’s a job search, a search for meaning in our lives, or even planning a vacation.

When The Chariot is reversed, I think of the word “stuck”. We can all feel stuck from time to time and not know how to proceed in our lives. So many things around us can change and leave us feeling trapped. The Chariot reversed can be a clue for us that something is blocked and needs a new approach to get “un-stuck.” The Chariot is forward momentum, so a reversal tells me that it might be time for a change to keep moving forward.

It’s important to realize that although the cards can clue us into what may be going on, we are the masters of our own destinies. We have the power to make changes that can keep us stuck or moving forward. How can we identify what feels stagnant in our lives and make a change to feel more free again? The Chariot can help us examine this and move forward toward the finish line with confidence!

08/08/2023

Today is 8/8! The Lion’s Gate Portal! A beautiful day for this card to appear! The eighth card with a sideways eight infinity symbol, and even the card that most clearly depicts a Lion! Tarot is wild and wonderful!

Strength–the name of the card says it all (almost). We are all very familiar with the concept of Strength. Force of will, the ability to withstand the trials of life and go on living, putting your own emotions aside to be there for someone you love: these all come to mind for me when I hear the word strength. But this card puts an unexpected twist on the concept with which we are all familiar.

You’ll notice the image of Strength isn’t all muscle and pushing through hardship. Instead, a serene woman calms the ferocious lion. She does not appear to be exerting herself at all, and the lion looks up at her with an almost docile expression as she gently closes its jaws. The infinity symbol is shown above her head, matching the number of the card, eight. There is a gentleness and a steadfastness to Strength; it is smooth and eternal. It’s strength without force, the ability to calm and control without straining.

With the Tarot, Strength is peaceful. In what way can we soften ourselves today, even if we are in conflict? Can we calmly have a disagreement with our loved one or friend? Can we push through sorrow with grace and trust? Can we tame the lion of anger, greeting it and soothing it like a sore wound?

07/31/2023

Difficult decisions, financial imbalance, weighing options. The Two of Pentacles can come up when careful decision making is required regarding finances, a new step in a career, or any decision that requires the weighing of two options. Do I sell my home or stay put? Should I stay at my current job or try to find a new opportunity? These questions come to mind when viewing this card.

Today's pull was the Two of Pentacles reversed. Financial imbalance, the inability to make a decision, confusion, stupidity. Wow... not so great today. Beyond the clear negative connotation here, what lesson can we learn from this card?

It's important to remember that we all make mistakes and make the wrong decisions. How can we know if A or B will truly be "better" for us? We can't! Sure we can ponder each choice carefully, weigh all of our options, do our research, and be fully prepared, but we can STILL make the wrong decisions.

One of my favorite quotes from Star Trek is said by Capt. Jean-Luc Picard. "It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose." I think of this quote often because it reminds me that perfection does not exist and no decision is infallible. We just have to proceed the best we can with how things play out.

Today's pull can remind us that imbalance happens to everyone. How can we practice acceptance of our current situations and imbalances? If we made a mistake, how can we own that and learn from it? Today, how can we move to real re-balance our lives, even if we only take a baby step? Great things to think about as we enter August!

07/30/2023

It's not everyday that I can have someone else read for me! A great friend with a very cool Botanical deck did an awesome reading for me today. She opted for a traditional Celtic Cross spread: an oldie but a goodie! Complex, thorough, and thought-provoking, the Celtic Cross can tell a story of our whole lives from the perspective of the question.

I always get great insights from other people's intuition and interpretations of the cards. Sometimes we as practitioners can get stuck on a card meaning or a certain way we've always looked at a card. Having another person read for us, even if we could do it ourselves, can unlock new pathways in the mind and reveal more than we could ever figure out on our own, both about the cards and about ourselves.

If you're a tarot practitioner, or just someone who picks up a deck every now and again, I highly recommend getting a reading from another practitioner! You are guaranteed to learn something! A big THANK YOU to my friend for this insightful reading!

07/29/2023

Today's pull is Judgement. Rebirth, renewal, the beginning of a new path, the shedding of the old self all-at-once. It's an event that changes everything and brings you closer to self-actualization, or the inevitable.

This is the second time this week I have pulled this card. Whenever that happens, it's like the deck is slapping me in the face and saying, "Pay attention!" Spiritual rebirth comes to mind for me, considering this new endeavor in my life. The figures at the bottom of the card are rising from their coffins, called back to life by an angel's horn. This resonates, too, as there have been times when my spirituality was "dead", or perhaps just sleeping and waiting for the alarm clock.

Judgement can also be more literal: referring to the judgements of others or oneself. Perhaps this is a warning that there will be many folks out there that may be judgemental or have misconceptions about Tarot. My intuition tells me there is a grain of truth in both of these interpretations. A card can mean many things at the same time (thats the challenge...and the fun!).

I've been getting a lot of Major Arcana in my pulls lately. Huge internal shifts? Yep! Focusing on connection with the inner and unseen? Yep! Makes sense to me!

How can we embrace the Judgement card today? Look at a tree. Every year trees go through a cycle of "death" and rebirth. The trees shed their dead weight and sleep in the winter, only to be reborn each spring into new beauty. Contemplate the times in your life you have felt reborn and renewed. What triggered this feeling? Was it a person, a place, an event, a change of season? Why was this so significant for your transformation into who you are today?

07/28/2023

Today's pull was motivated by the struggles of a friend. After speaking to them at length about the heartache, the grief, the spiraling thoughts plaguing them, I decided to pull a card to perhaps get a new perspective on the situation.

Out comes the Heirophant reversed. The Heirophant is the religious, dogmatic leader of the deck, exuding the energy of spirituality within the context of a moral code. But, he came out reversed, which changes things a bit.

Reversals can be tricky and can tempt a reader into thinking it means "the opposite" of the original meaning of a card. But this is almost always not the case; it goes deeper than that. Whereas The Heirophant upright is rigid and dogmatic, the Heirophant reversed forges his own spiritual path. He may be leaving behind the "rules" and following his own intuition, forging a new mode of belief that may better serve him.

Taking a more literal approach, it could also mean there is instability in religious or spiritual life. We as humans are drawn to spirituality, whether through organized religion or our own personal beliefs, so spiritual sickness can have a huge impact on the mind which can then have a ripple effect through the whole body. I know that during my times of struggle, it becomes almost impossible to have faith that things will eventually be ok.

What this simple pull tells me is that the plague of the mind and body that my friend is experiencing could be eased by taking a new spiritual perspective, by finding or forging a new connection to some higher power outside of themself. Sometimes all we need is the comfort of knowing that we are taken care of when our mind or body are sick. Spirituality itself cannot do what certain medicines or food can, but it can provide much needed strength to overcome worry and stress.

Thank you, Heirophant, for your insights today!

07/27/2023

The Page of Swords paid me a visit this morning during a personal reading! What a great time to see this guy.

The suit of Swords always signifies action. These actions can be negative or positive. They can be past actions that you've taken, advice for an action to take or when to take an action, or a warning that an action may have unforseen outcomes.

My post yesterday was all about The Fool and the beginning of a journey. If The Fool signifies a beginning, the Page of Swords is leaping into action! He is the movement of air, the power of a storm front, the moment the race begins and the runners fly forward. New ideas, new ways of thinking, new paths to take; this young swordsman is ready to dive right in!

Such a satisfying pull this morning! Let's follow the Page!

07/26/2023

New beginnings. Starting again. Becoming The Fool once more.

As I embark on this journey to bring my passion for Tarot to others, I am reminded strongly of The Fool. He is just beginning his journey through life, unaware of any trials that await him. He is dancing at the edge of a cliff, carefree and full of potential energy. Will he dance down a happy path, or will he thoughtlessly stumble over the edge of the cliff?

And so I place Temperance next to The Fool as a reminder to always keep one foot planted firmly on the ground as I Foolishly leap into the world of professional Tarot. Temperance keeps me grounded and helps me to remember that I don't have every answer, I won't be 100% spot-on in every interpretation, and that Tarot is, above all, a practice. I will not allow Temperance to transform from wise restraint to anxious self-doubt.

I am fully embodying The Fool when I say that I am ready to begin sharing my knowledge, skill, and intuition, however imperfect, with the world! With the wisdom of Temperance at her side, The Fool begins her journey!

07/26/2023

My name is Julie and I offer personalized, modern Tarot readings to anyone in need of spiritual guidance. I have been practicing the Art of Tarot for seven years and have an in-depth knowledge of the symbolism, astrological correspondences, and relational meanings of the cards, as well as a keen sense of intuition and connection to spirit guides to help you along your path when faced with life's tough questions.

Whether you have a conflict at work, a question about a decision to be made, doubts about your spirituality or place in the world, or you're just looking to have some fun, Tarot can be a great way to get a new perspective in life and gain insights that may help you move forward!

Readings can be done online over Zoom or Google Chats, or in-person. Please message or e-mail me for more information!

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