Quick intro cause I don't think I've said this lately: there are no "bad" cards. They're all invitations, medicine, lenses for understanding ourselves.
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So! 9 of Swords looks pretty grim across most decks. The import thing to remember is that with Swords, we're talking about a mental experience. This represents a nightmare image, not a literal pile of skulls and chains (Halloween decor aside).
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The thing about nightmares is, they speak in metaphors about our hidden fears. Once you face the root fear, no more nightmare (or maybe more like, if the nightmare comes back you know it's time to face another layer of that fear). 9 of Swords is a beautiful opportunity in a creepy package. It's like your brain shooting up a flare to show where it needs help.
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And then you get to help your brain! 9 of Swords is an invitation to patiently, thoroughly look at your patterns of fear and worry. It shows you how to be responsible for the power of your mind rather than letting your mind run you ragged. It shows you when you're trying to control the future through worry, and offers you a chance to come back to the present. If you're feeling a lot of worry, pull yourself back to the present by moving your body, getting outside, talking to a friend, doing a grounding meditation. This is where your power is, and it's from here that you can act, and start healing the parts of you that are signaling for attention.
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We're entering peak shadow work season, so this is a really good card to get us started. If you'd like support via a reading or energy work, please reach out and I'd love to serve you. 🍂🖤🍂
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