Here is your weekly Tarot forecast! For this reading, I’m using the Universal Waite Tarot, and my intention, as always, is to get an overview of the themes, energies and opportunities of the week ahead so we can make the most of it ♥
Let’s see what ideas and insights the cards have for us this week…
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For this week’s Tarot reading, I’m using my favourite deck – the Everyday Witch Tarot – and I’m joined by my foster kitty Rhea who for some reason just won’t stop chattering!!!
Welcome to part 6 of my 16 part series Meet the Court Cards – each week we will hang out with ONE court card and dive deeply into the symbols, personality traits, talents and dark side. This is similar to my Major Arcana Meanings Deep Diveseries, but we’ll also explore how each court card acts in the context of love, work and money.
I’ll give you specific ways to embody this card as well as some journalling questions to help you connect with this card on a more personal level ?
Today we’re diving into the Knight of Swords– the most intense and driven of all the Knights, this guy is all balls-to-the-wall and then some!
Sit back, relax and discover the dirty secrets, beautiful wisdom and unique talents of this Knight…
Element = Air (mind, intellect, thoughts, beliefs, communication)
Clouds – confusion, distraction (which he cuts through)
Red cape – passion and intensity
Red plume (looks like wings) – taking flight, flying through the air
Body language (arm raised/mouth open) – battle cry! Ready to fight!
Talents:
The Knight of Swordscan focus like no other! He tunes out distraction and can get things done with speed and efficiency. Once he puts his mind to it, there’s no stopping him!
He has impressive energy and intensity about him and he isn’t afraid of a fight – in fact, he thrives in a brutal environment and is more likely to go after something if it feels hard-core.
At a party…
You’ll find the Knight of Swords in the back, snorting lines of coke, slamming shots of Fireball and calling up escorts. He has a real work hard, play hard mentality and he’s always looking to blow off steam and balance out all the hard work that fills most of his days.
He brings a certain brand of intensity to a party, so you might think twice before inviting him. Once he’s all coked up he likes to pick fights and aggressively hit on the youngest and hottest guests. He’s known for doing things like cannon balling into a pool when the cover was on, throwing a party guest through a plate glass window and projectile vomiting all over his host’s brand new white leather sofa.
In love…
The Knight of Swordsloves the thrill of the chase! He gets so caught up in the pursuit but quickly loses interest once he’s captured someone’s heart. He can seem very impressive at first because initially he is very hyper-focused on his love interest, making them feel so very, very special, but then he shifts that hyper focus onto his work and ignores his partner.
He can be passionate and intense for bursts and then disappear without warning, often becoming absent, distracted and obsessed with work. Since he tends to see relationships as a distraction, he’s more into hook ups, brief flings and sex workers than a serious relationship.
In work…
This is where this Knight excels, even if all other areas of his life are falling apart. He can be a real workaholic, channelling all his grief, rage and frustration into his work and getting a rush off being hyper focused and driven. He derives his sense of self from his job so if he loses it, he can spiral into a full blown identity crises.
He does well in finance, as a Wall Street guy or a daytrader but would also do well in any job that allows him to talk non-stop since he loves the sound of his own voice. Being a podcaster or stand up comedian, celebrity, or even a writer who churns out book after book would all be suitable professions for this intense Knight.
In money….
The Knight of Swords makes money quickly and knows how to spend it just as fast! Impulsivity and risk taking are this Knight’s forte, so he doesn’t shy away from risky and high stakes investments. And when he spends money, he does it intensely and goes all in.
He’s not really materialistic, but he’s always looking for a rush so while he might blow tons of money on a fancy car it isn’t really about the car, or even the illusion of status, it’s about the momentary thrill of making the purchase.
This Knight thrives on…
Having a goal, project, challenge or problem to solve! He needs something to focus his attention on – without this he self destructs. He’s like a rambunctious little kid with tons of energy who needs an activity or he’ll start causing problems and destroying things.
One of his favourite things is….WAR! Wartime is where the Knight of Swords really shines as he’s a true warrior, through and through – the high stress, constant drama and black and white thinking so prevalent in wartime really bring out his best instincts, allowing him to do what he’s been always longing to do – fight!
He’s also a good candidate for big city life as he loves all the hustle and bustle and crowds of people. His gifts blossom in a high stress, fast paced environment – as long as there’s lots of work and things to do, he’ll be alright.
He can’t stand…
Having nothing to do, tasks that aren’t challenging enough and being stuck in one place. This dude has energy to burn and places to go – so don’t try to tie him down!
The small town life doesn’t suit him and he’ll shatter under the quiet weight of those quaint country vibes. He also flounders in a peaceful, laid back environment – it makes him antsy and uncomfortable. While he doesn’t create drama or conflict (like the Page of Swords), he most certainly looks for it.
His main challenge is to make sure the things he’s focused on and going after are actually important and that he isn’t falling into the trap of chasing busy-ness and action and thrills.
Dark side of the Knight of Swords
This Knight can be impulsive and thirsty for action, seeking out drama and looking for a good fight.
While he’s gifted with the ability to really hone in on his goal, all that intense focus isn’t sustainable and he tends to burn out eventually.
All his efforts can be for nothing (or even destructive) if he isn’t clear on his why. If his actions aren’t connected to a deeper mission or meaning in his life, he can succumb to just keeping busy.
Practices to embody this card:
– Set a goal and focus on one thing at a time and block out all distractions
– Drink lots of coffee 😉
– Practice “batch days” – focusing on ONE thing for the whole day to maximize productivity (like cooking all your meals for the week on a Sunday and freezing some of them or writing three blog posts in one day)
Journalling Questions:
♥ Where in your life can you benefit from these traits?
♥ Where would you like to be less like this knight?
♥ How can you bring in more balance and avoid burnout?
♥ What helps you focus and avoid distractions?
Tell me your thoughts!
Did you enjoy this deep dive? What aspect of the Knight of Swords do you most relate to? Let me know in the comments below…
♥ Join me next time as I dive into the Knight of Cups – the most romantic, poetry-loving sap you’ve ever met! Hop on my mailing listso you won’t miss out!
Welcome to part 5 of my 16 part series Meet the Court Cards – each week we will hang out with ONE court card and dive deeply into the symbols, personality traits, talents and dark side. This is similar to my Major Arcana Meanings Deep Diveseries, but we’ll also explore how each court card acts in the context of love, work and money.
I’ll give you specific ways to embody this card as well as some journalling questions to help you connect with this card on a more personal level 🙂
Today we’re diving into the Knight of Pentacles– cautious, slow and steady, he’s not like all the other Knights!
Sit back, relax and discover the secrets, wisdom and talents of this Knight…
Element = Earth (physicality, body, health, money, home)
Red = blood & earth, first chakra (he needs to feel SAFE before moving forward)
Black horse = black = protection (he can be a bit of a dark horse and surprise you sometimes)
Green plume of tree = growth, nature, life
Stillness = he’s the slowest moving knight
Talents:
The Knight of Pentacles knows how to slow down, be patient and play the long game. He’s delightfully sensible and always avoids impulsivity and making any rash decisions.
What you see is what you get with this practical Knight. He’s a salt of the Earth type of guy who likes to think things through and do his research, giving him an uncanny ability to time things just right.
At a party…
You’ll find him quietly sitting in a corner, observing everything from afar, like a cat. He’s great at sussing out a room but truth be told he doesn’t really like parties much, preferring to hang out with just one or two friends or his loyal pets.
He does love eating, so you might find him at the snack table, gleefully stuffing his face but this is often done just so he doesn’t have to make awkward conversation with others – you can’t talk if your mouth is full!
If you do manage to corner him and make him talk, he won’t say anything particularly interesting. He rarely does anything outside his usual routine, so he relies heavily on spouting bland facts that he read somewhere rather than engaging you in thrilling conversation. But at least he’s always nice and polite.
In love…
He’s no romantic, so don’t expect poetry, roses and candlelight dinners, but he is loyal, trustworthy and physically affectionate – and a great hugger! He values commitment in a relationship, making him more of a marrying type, especially compared to the other free-wheeling Knights.
However, he can get stuck in a rut in relationships and they can get stale and boring (not for him, but for the other person!). His partners will always be trying to add variety and mix things up, much to this Knight’s dismay. He’s a real homebody, so he’ll want to stay home every night and he can quickly become complacent in relationships, letting his partner do all the work to keep things moving along.
He drags his heels whenever it comes to moving forward in the relationship (like saying “i love you”, moving in, getting married, having children, etc), which will frustrate his significant other to no end. Despite all this, he’s actually not commitment phobic, he just needs to be 100% sure of his feelings before moving forward in a relationship.
In work…
The Knight of Pentacles values stability, predictability and routine in a job, so he typically avoids going the self employment route and tends to keep the same job for long periods of time, decades even. He won’t have an exciting career but he’ll always have steady employment.
He’s hardworking and loyal but not particularly driven or what you’d call a “ladder climber”. He couldn’t care less about being a CEO or whatever.
What he lacks in creativity and genius, he makes up for in sheer stamina! He isn’t afraid of hard work and he’s able to work long hours, do hard physical labour and focus on boring, repetitive tasks without tiring. Just don’t expect him to get things done quickly – this dude works on his own timeline!
In money….
As you might have guessed, the Knight of Pentacles is really good at saving money and very prudent when it comes to spending. Since he always has a steady income (but rarely a high income), he doesn’t take risks with his money. He will always have a nice nest egg but you won’t catch him blowing wads of cash on luxury cars, fancy watches or lavish dinners.
While security is important to this Knight, he’s not materialistic. Sure, he enjoys good food and nice surroundings but he values other things more – like family, friendship, nature, a good book and a quiet night in. He couldn’t care less about things like status or impressing people with a flashy car or fancy home.
This Knight thrives on…
Security, routine, predictability and comfort – this is all very grounding to him. He loves tranquil, calm and peaceful environments, which is why he loves spending time in nature, especially when there’s no rush. He does best when he has a specific and achievable goal to work towards, otherwise he can become a bit of a loafer!
He can’t stand…
Unpredictability, change, chaos, drama and high stakes – these are all very ungrounding and discombobulating for him! He loathes it when things are “up in the air” or being forced to make a decision when he isn’t ready yet. He flounders when he doesn’t feel in control or if he feels forced or rushed in any way.
Dark side of the Knight of Pentacles
The worst thing about this Knight is that he can be a bit boring and predictable. He often says NO reflexively when presented with new opportunities and he’s kind of incapable of moving forward of his own accord. He tends to stagnate easily and as long as he’s comfy, he won’t change a thing.
He often freezes if he feels unsafe or unsure of himself and to make matters worse, he will self-soothe by being a bit of a know-it-all. He’ll project an illusion of extreme confidence in having all the answers to everything all the time, but this is just a mask and he isn’t really trying to be a jerk, it just happens.
And please don’t tell this guy your really fascinating UFO abduction story – he can be very close minded and will just think you’re a nut! He’s almost too down-to-Earth sometimes and just isn’t open to anything that can’t be seen, measured and proven in the physical world.
Practices to embody this card:
– Create a routine or make a to-do list
– Stay home tonight and enjoy a quiet night in, reading and listening to music
– Give yourself time and space to really think things through and do your research
– Slow down! Next time you eat or make love, try doing it at a snail’s pace and see what happens
Journalling Questions:
♥ Where in your life can you benefit from slowing down? Or taking more time to think things through?
♥ How can you create a feeling of safety and comfort for yourself as you move forward and make changes?
♥ How can you cultivate a slow and steady approach to a project/goal/or life area?
♥ Where are you like this Knight?
♥ Where would you like to be less like him? More like him?
Tell me your thoughts!
Did you enjoy this deep dive? What aspect of the Knight of Pentacles do you most relate to? Let me know in the comments below…
♥ Join me next time as I dive into the Knight of Swords – he’s intense, driven and the knight most likely to float around in sea of cocaine, escorts and ill gotten gains! Hop on my mailing listso you won’t miss out!
For this week’s reading I’m using my new copy of Zeke’s Arcana. You might remember me doing an unboxing of this deck a few months ago, but I just received the finished copy (the one I had before was a sample copy and didn’t have all the finished cards) and it is such a perfect Springtime deck – so much juicy, rich, bright colours!!!
So let’s see what wisdom, ideas and advice the cards have for us this week…..
