Tarot Corner

Tarot Musings “Whoever said life was fair?” The point to recognize is that life isn’t unfair either. Life is fragile. The important thing is to acquire the habit of happiness. The key is not to fall prey to ‘magical thinking’ that life will be better as soon as you pass the next milestone. If this is your approach to happiness, it’s almost certain that you’ll be disappointed. Happiness doesn’t operate on a schedule. If you’re waiting for the right time to be happy, chances are you’ll wait forever. Conversely, you must learn to accept setbacks, without thinking of them as permanent conditions. If you simply recognize that, you can make happiness a habit.

ARIES You are in the process of changing your life but are perhaps concerned about the consequences. The changes made will be radical and may involve losing face or having to start again from scratch in a more humble position than the one you are used to. You may even have to end a love relationship or need to change something about your life so that you can unleash your true potential. It will be scary at first, but in the long run you’ll realise you couldn’t have had it any other way. Tarot insight: Embrace changes to rediscover yourself. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Blue, Number-4, Fragrance- Jasmine, Flower- Dahlia TAURUS A positive month indicating a strong sense of promise and achievements. All you need to do is give it your best shot and keep the faith brimming. You will find yourself interested in global affairs and there will be chances of embarking on a journey of a lifetime which will lead to a life-changing experience. You will meet your ultimate partner, find the perfect vocation and there would be no turning back. Look forward to brilliant success in relationships and all creative enterprises. Expand your horizons both emotionally and physically. Tarot Insight: Be objective about yourself and your goals. GEMINI Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Pink, Number-3, Fragrance- Enjoyable, lively and busy times ahead that will engage Rose, Flower- Primrose you emotionally. You could become swept up in a creative or artistic venture into which you put your heart and soul and which will bring rewards and honours galore. A wonderful opportunity involving travel will be lucrative. If toying with the idea of following a new path or trying something different, go ahead fearlessly. In love, its time to open up, be more sensitive, play a romantic game and indulge in the most fanciful and protean of love’s experience. Tarot Insight: Follow the dictates of your heart. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Blue, Number-2, Fragrance- Musk, Flower- Tulip

CANCER Feelings of lassitude and boredom will overpower you and life will cease to offer you any challenges. Nothing delights you or gives mental satisfaction. There may be disillusionment after someone has let you down or betrayed you in some way. You may lose all faith in people because your trust has been abused, and you are bitterly telling yourself that you will never put yourself in similar circumstances in the future. Be aware that serious and honest self- reflection is necessary to restore balance. Tarot Insight: Knowing what you want is the first step towards getting it. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Brown, Number-8, LEO Fragrance- Sandal, Flower- Pansy Rejoice! You can now free yourself from any circumstances that don’t suit you. Whether it is a relationship, job, self-doubt or fear, you can break free and open yourself to new possibilities or cut loose from self-imposed bonds. Events and people will come into your life and lighten it up. Excitement will be generated and planned parties and celebrations are well-favoured. However it is advisable not to overdo the sheer self- congratulation and socializing bit and steer away from the reality. Money flows in easily. Tarot Insight: Free yourself from others’ expectations and regain self-worth. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Orange, Number-4, VIRGO Fragrance- Citrus, Flower- Sunflower Material comforts and a secure financial base are the offerings for you this month. You may be given a valuable heirloom or be asked to take care of something that will be kept in the family for years to come. This is a good time to rely on your friends and family and to believe that they will do what they can for you unconditionally. A house move can have favourable financial implications so don’t hesitate to implement this idea. A sound future investment may be in store. Tarot Insight: Recognize your traditional values for future security. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Green, Number-10, Fragrance- Cedar, Flower- Lotus

LIBRA There is a challenge coming your way and out of that challenge you can make something better of your life. There would be a need to reach a tough decision about something and you may have to harden your heart and be cruel to be kind. Once your mind’s made you will be unwilling to contemplate any other option. You will experience emotions on a very profound level, whether you are happy about something or in the depths of despair. Falling in love will have a transformational effect on you. Tarot Insight: Cut through illusions to face reality. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Cream, Number-9, Fragrance- Woody, Flower- Gladiola SCORPIO Your stoicism will enable you to be a fast thinker and being realistic about what can be achieved and what is best avoided. It is your intellectual knowledge and astute way of looking at the situation that will get you results. However, you may also indulge in a fault- finding spree as you want to meticulously complete the project at hand and may feel that others involved are not living up to your expectations. Remember if you can express your logical side tempered with a healthy dose of realism you will be able to achieve targets easily. Tarot insight: Avoid being vulnerable to emotional pain. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Golden, Number-7, SAGITTARIUS Fragrance- Lemon, Flower- Marigold It is time to handle affairs judiciously and honourably. You will be able to see through the fog, get to the heart of the matter and resolve conflicts through the power of your thoughts. Pitting your wits against others will not scare you as you know your ideas are sound. Synthesize any emotional sensitivity with your current ability to articulate and analyse a situation. The know-it-all individuals might make you feel intellectually squashed by using the power of approval and disapproval to control you. Your prudence will rescue you. Tarot Insight: Intuit and learn to go with the flow at times. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Silver, Number- 4, Fragrance- Vanilla, Flower- Carnation

CAPRICORN An important phase has begun and needs to be carefully nurtured if it is to develop in the way you wish. You are at the planning stage and your actions can make all the difference between success and failure. You will soon hear news that will affect your material status and some money is on its way to you. Job seekers will get something that will tide them over until something better comes along. A test taken will give delightful results. The feeling of ‘let’s get on with the job’ will land you a new career or enterprise, or a chance for greater clarity within a relationship. Tarot insight: Understand your limitations for diligent working. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Indigo, Number-5, Fragrance- Plum, Flower- Daisy AQUARIUS Your belief in the dictum that God helps those who help themselves will ensure that you complete difficult jobs extremely well. There will be no danger of being exploited or taken for a ride as you are perfectly able to stand up for yourself when necessary. You will quite effectively tick off colleagues if you think they are jeopardising a project. Financial matters and investments, property and the land will take up a lot of your time. Your sensuality and passion will keep the romance ignited in your life. Tarot insight: Your unpretentious lifestyle will get you respect. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Purple, Number-1, Fragrance- Lavender, Flower- Orchids PISCES You will feel let down in love, betrayed and emotionally hurt and for a while it would seem that the world is unjust. You will wallow in self-pity and suffer alone, thinking that you are the only one to feel these feelings. Good-old logic and reason seem to be passé. But if you examine your issues with care, talk to others and realise that others also suffer, it can lead to a better understanding of yourself and others. Take a reality check about your irrational feelings stemming from insecurities. Tarot insight: The triumph of logic over emotion will lead to clarity. Wealth Enhancers: Hue- Grey, Number-3, Fragrance- Pomegranate, Flower- Hibiscus