Okay, so today I decided to mess around with the Eight of Pentacles Tarot card. I’ve been meaning to get more hands-on with my Tarot practice, and this felt like a good place to start.
Getting Started
First, I grabbed my trusty Rider-Waite deck. I just like the imagery on this one, it’s classic and easy for me to connect with. I made sure I had a quiet space, you know, so I could actually concentrate. Then I lit a candle – just a plain white one, nothing fancy – to kind of set the mood and help me focus.
The Deep Dive
I laid out the Eight of Pentacles and just… stared at it for a good few minutes. I noticed the guy hammering away at those pentacles, all focused and diligent. He’s clearly working hard, building something. Then I grabbed my notebook and started jotting down whatever came to mind:
- Hard work – duh, that’s pretty obvious.
- Skill development – he’s getting better at what he does.
- Dedication – he’s sticking with it, even if it’s repetitive.
- Craftsmanship – he’s taking pride in his work.
- Long-term goals – this isn’t a quick fix, it’s a process.
I tried to relate this to my own life. Where am I putting in the effort? What skills am I trying to hone? Am I being patient with myself, or am I rushing things?
Making it Personal
So, I decided to pick one area where I want to see improvement – my writing. I often get impatient and want to be “good” right away. The Eight of Pentacles reminded me that it’s okay to be a beginner. It’s okay to put in the hours, even if it feels like I’m not making huge leaps. The important thing is to keep practicing, keep learning, and keep refining my craft.
I committed to writing for at least 30 minutes every day, no matter what. Even if it’s just rambling in a journal, it’s still practice. I also decided to be more mindful of the process, to actually enjoy the act of writing itself, instead of just focusing on the end result.
It’s a small step, but connecting with the Eight of Pentacles really helped me see things in a new light. It’s not about instant gratification, it’s about the slow and steady build. And I’m here for it.
