Okay, so today I decided to mess around with my tarot deck and focus on the “Eight of Stones” card. I’ve been feeling a bit stuck lately, like I’m working hard but not really seeing the progress I want, so I figured this card might have some insights.
First, I cleared my space. I lit a little incense – sandalwood, my favorite – and put on some chill music. I find it helps me focus. Then, I shuffled the deck while thinking about my current work situation and where I’m feeling that sense of… well, like I’m spinning my wheels.
I laid out a simple three-card spread: past, present, and future. And guess what? The Eight of Stones popped up in the present position. Talk about hitting the nail on the head!
I spent some time just looking at the card. You know, really taking in the imagery. It’s usually depicted as someone diligently working on these stones, crafting something. It felt very… relatable. Like, yeah, that’s me, chipping away at my projects, day in and day out.
Then I pulled out my tarot journal. I have this beat-up old notebook where I jot down my readings and thoughts. I wrote down my initial impressions of the card in this context:
- Hard work.
- Focus.
- Skill development.
- Maybe a bit of monotony?
I did a little research, too. I looked up some different interpretations of the Eight of Stones online, just to get a broader perspective. Some talked about apprenticeship, learning, and mastering a craft. Others mentioned the potential for feeling a bit… uninspired, even if you’re skilled at what you do.
Putting it all together
So, after all that, I spent some time reflecting on how this applies to my life. The Eight of Stones, in this case, felt like a confirmation that, yeah, I am putting in the work. But it also highlighted that maybe I need to be more mindful of how I’m working. Am I just going through the motions? Am I challenging myself enough? Am I taking the time to learn and grow, or am I just… repeating the same steps?
It was a good reminder to check in with myself and make sure I’m not just working hard, but working smart. That maybe I need to shake things up a bit, try a new approach, or focus on developing a specific skill to break out of this rut I’m feeling.
I didn’t get some magic answer, but it did make me think. Will try it again next week!
