🟎🟎🟎This is a post by special guest Susan Dumett

We are living in uncertain times, and let's face it, we humans have a really hard time living with uncertainty. Some of us are facing real survival-related challenges right now, and being in a state of not knowing can exacerbate the stress of things.

Yet, it is also the not knowing that can lead us into deeper strength, attuned insight, inner safety, and ultimately greater certainty--in ourselves and even the greater all that is.

As a survivor of more than a few challenging times and things that taxed my mind, energy and nervous system so much that I developed a non-epileptic seizure disorder, I know that the way in is the way out. Exploring the uncomfortableness of stress and uncertainty, releasing habits of avoidance, disrupting the cycle of negative feelings and thoughts before they spiraled together into negative 'what-if' scenarios and tending to my body, mind, and spirit via modalities like energy healing, hypnosis, guided meditation and spiritual practice saved my life.  These practices radically changed my life, too. Instead of living days in intense fear and reactivity, I stepped into a realm of security and certainty within myself. My nervous system eased. My thoughts defaulted to inspiration instead of desolation and despair. And my sight--both inner and outer--became more attuned to balance and neutrality, seeing more of all that is, as it is, without attaching drama, meaning, or negative stories to everything. This isn't avoidance or donning rose-colored glasses, it is a true state and practice of presence and energetic tending that can be cultivated and held even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. In your owning your energy, your power and presence, you automatically step into a level of personal certainty and safeness within that is invaluable--and that you have a right to experience.

Use these strange times to do that healing and empowerment work that your heart is calling you to do. Intense feelings and energies are a sign that something in your world needs attention. Choose to turn towards it, rather than away--with gentleness, curiosity, an intention of healing as if you were tending to a child or a respected elder. You are more powerful than you realize, and there are many resources online and people, (including me and Xtina), who can help. You are worth it and you (and all that you are) are needed in these times. 

Please reach out with questions,to sign up for upcoming events and classes online, or to schedule as session. With much love, Susan
www.auroramindandenergy.com

April
Well, how appropriate that we start out this season with the Death card! I am not predicting any physical death here, because I am not God. But what this means is the way of life that we are used to has ended for the time being. This can feel scary. But it is temporary, as I have started these readings with death card energy and we progress away from it...not toward it.♥️ In fact, by June we end up with a beautiful Ace energy of rebirth. Because this  card's energy is blending with the Page of Swords we need to make many decisions in new territory. This is a real 'nip it  in the bud' energy! So please just make the best decisions you can with the information you have and know that things always eventually work themselves out. Make sure to take care of yourself physically  and spiritually right now to surf this huge, crazy wave successfully. Do what you can to support yourself and try to surf what you can't control.
If you are stuck at home, the energy of the Page of Swords means deciding to put energy into a new situation. This can be an interest, an art form or even a certificate of some sort. I can also mean working on a new relationship with yourself and your beautiful human-ness.♥️ Start where you are at, because wishing things were different can be draining. Look for the silver lining and hidden opportunities!
death x page of swords

May
We start out the month with an energy of swift movement! There is a sense of getting used to the changes from last month and adjusting to new systems, thoughts and routines. Many of you will start receiving what you have been waiting for...correspondence, money or answers! (This is especially true if you were pro-active about things last month.) Also, some of you may have reached out to a person from the past (or they reached out to you) and you are sharing meaningful connection.♥️
The Six of Cups is a lovely card. All Sixes in the tarot represent getting to a better place after challenging times and this is especially true with the Six of Cups. It's a very emotional and spiritual card and we should find solace in this! The Divine works in very mysterious ways and with the Six of Cups we can find the divine in everyday life. No matter where you're at right now, when you drink your morning tea or coffee sit with that pleasure. Enjoy a good conversation with a friend ♥️ and feel the warm sun on your face. That is very much the energy of the Six of Cups and this comforting  energy is what comes in on the heels of all that movement at the beginning of the month.


knight of swords x six of cups