It’s kind of wild to get this card for the 2rd time in exactly one week. Clearly there are some bigger cycles at work here. So in addition to The Emperor’s invitation to step into our power, we’re also asked to look back at last Sunday/Monday. How have we stood a little taller in our lives this past week? How have we built containers for what we desire? How have we served as organizers and protectors for other people?
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Something this card brings to me today is the reminder to respect natural structure. As in, don’t get too carried away with your own power that you get hubristic and think that the laws of nature don’t apply to you. Don’t try to force something to work just out of your will. If you build a house in the desert, don’t expect a lawn. You can have some cool cactuses though, if you pay attention to what fits the structure of the ecosystem.
Knowing our limits, respecting others’ free will, lifting up other people, and working with the greater structures of nature are all parts of being a good Emperor. There’s absolutely enough room for everyone to step up as the authority for their own life, including you.

Structure, stability, and rules, some of the dullest concepts out there OR ARE THEY.
The Emperor says, now’s the time to stand up and set the pattern for your life. You are the only one in charge of you, and you get to say what stays or goes in your life. You’re the one who gets to decide what kind of structures you want, and how they get built. Now is when you drop the false modesty and step into your power and allow yourself to be seen as the leader you are. That’s really awesome. It’s a lot of responsibility but this card shows up when you’re ready for it. And when you’re ready for it, it’s the most exciting thing in the world.
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I consider the Emperor the builder and re-builder of the Tower. When it comes down and he’s tossed out the window, he dusts himself off, consults with the Empress bc she’s the creative director of the universe, and then he starts building again, with a better foundation and an improved design. It’s important to have this steady, active, productive energy in our lives. It lets us handle the pressure and workload of leadership, protect ourselves and others, and speak for ourselves in a firm, direct no-bullshit way. And it means we have the stamina to keep rebuilding as old structures come down.
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When you’re in The Emperor energy, there are a few things to remember: leadership is service, not a personal power trip, so don’t push people around. Use your power wisely, for the good of all. Don’t forget that none of your rules or structures are permanent; be flexible. And you are not alone -ask for help and guidance when you need it. Now get out there and build something awesome.

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