Okay, so I tried this winter solstice tarot spread thing for 2023. You know, the longest night of the year, when the sun is like, “I’m out of here” the earliest? Yeah, that one. It’s supposed to be a good time for some self-reflection and figuring out what’s next. Anyway, I thought I’d give it a shot.
First, I got the place ready. I lit some red candles because I heard red’s a good color for this time of year. It’s supposed to cheer you up when it’s all dark and gloomy outside. I also burned some incense to make it feel a bit more, you know, spiritual. I even put on a red sweater just to go all in with the theme.
Then, I got my tarot cards out. I don’t really do this stuff often, so I’m no expert, but I followed some instructions I found. I shuffled the cards and thought about the past year, all the good and the bad. It was kind of intense, to be honest. I was thinking, “Wow, did I really do all that?”
Next, I laid out the cards in the spread pattern. Each card’s supposed to represent something different. Like, one for what you’ve accomplished, one for what you need to let go of, and so on. I took my time with each one, trying to figure out what it meant for me. Sometimes it felt like the cards were spot on, other times I was like, “Huh?”
- Card 1: What have I accomplished this year? I got a card that’s all about success and recognition. Okay, I can see that. I did get that promotion at work.
- Card 2: What do I need to release? This one was about letting go of old habits. Yeah, I probably should cut back on the late-night snacking.
- Card 3: What can I be grateful for? This card was all about abundance and having enough. True, I’ve got a roof over my head and food on the table.
- Card 4: Where should I focus my energy next year? This one was about new beginnings and taking risks. Maybe it’s time to start that side project I’ve been thinking about.
After looking at all the cards, I sat there for a while, just thinking. It was a bit like having a therapy session with myself. I realized some things about myself that I hadn’t really thought about before. It’s weird how these little pieces of cardboard can make you think so much.
Finally, I put the cards away and blew out the candles. I felt a bit calmer and more focused. It’s like I had a better idea of where I’m going. I guess that’s the whole point of this winter solstice thing, right? To take some time to reflect and get ready for the new year.
So, that’s my winter solstice tarot spread story. It was a bit different, a bit weird, but definitely interesting. Maybe I’ll do it again next year. Who knows?
