Today’s focus is on karma and the law of cause and effect:  all events, all people, are connected.  While you are responsible for all that flows from your actions, sometimes, you might be held to account for another’s actions … and the latter situation can be difficult and demanding as it goes against something that is completely of your own making.  If this turns out to be the case, then don’t blame yourself unnecessarily.  Today is about bringing about fairness, balance and harmony with others and, most importantly, within yourself.  If you are involved in a legal matter, it has a good likelihood of resolving in your general favor.  Be sure you maintain balance between work and play.  Balance is necessary in order to thrive.  If you’ve been sitting on the fence about a committed relationship, then the answer is that you are both likely to go your separate ways.  However, singles may be faced with opportunities to create a meaningful relationship, so long as you remain clear on what you want most from the relationship.  Money that you weren’t expecting can show up now, which is always a good thing.  If you’re feeling lucky, perhaps you can indulge in a game of chance.  You might win a small “windfall”.  Use it wisely.  Moderation is not just for monks; it’s an important part of living a sensible and healthy life. Work on being and staying grounded in your meditations today and ask yourself, “do you feel your connection to the earth and your fellow man?”  Working on keeping the proper perspective about life will help you stay centered.

Reality check:  another game changer coming your way!  You’re not finished checking those around you from the other day when the Tower showed up (just a few days ago).  Just keep your temper under control, because words will have a tendency to be tossed about without much thought or consideration today.  Be smarter and pick your battles.  Do not go flying off the handle today.  Give yourself a few moments to think things through and plan your next steps.  Even if you find today’s news hard to stomach, find out exactly what you’re dealing with:  it may not be as bad as you think it is.  It’s critical that you pay close attention to what you are doing now.  Exercise could prove to be an ideal stress-buster, so if that’s what you need to keep cool (how ’bout a swim?), go for it.  Giving yourself space will allow new understandings and insights to come to you in the blink of an eye.

Changes … growth … and now, another crossroads.  Time to assess where you are with projects, work, relationships, your Self … so that you know what your options are at present.  Think long and hard about how best to embrace today’s theme of “let it go, let it flow, let it grow”.  Any sacrifice you make will open up your life to something even more positive.  Now is a great time to figure out if there is anything you can do personally about the situations/relationships that are no longer serving your highest good.  Do your research.  It’s possible that something you thought you understood could best be treated in another way.

The archetype of feminine power, the Empress highlights the need to be in touch with our feminine side, to listen to our intuition and to give priority to our emotions and passions.  She can also signify coming abundance.  People are going to be more attracted to you than usual (in every sense) and you are likely to find people on your doorstep wanting your advice or shoulder to cry on.  This will be beneficial to you because you are now going to be able to see yourself more in the way that others see you — as someone with wisdom and a lot to offer.  So, share your hard-won perspectives on life and know that your wisdom and caring is valuable.  At work, things ought to be going very well for you.  People will be inspired by your ideas, your passions and your way of doing things.  Let your “inner voice” guide you in how you operate.  The Empress directs us to follow our bliss and that the rest will follow.  This is a potent time for love … you may find that men and women alike are suddenly finding you far more attractive (both in terms of friendship and romance) … and you will want to be careful with how you use this very potent power.  Committed relationships often become sweeter, deeper and truer under this influence.  This is an excellent time to make investments, so follow your instincts about them.  Money should be flowing very well.  Be sure to keep that flow going by replacing spent resources and by sharing your abundance when you can.  Listen to your Intuition, because it is actively sending you messages now.  If you need time alone, do it … even though there are others that need you.  Making time alone is a priority.  Heed any messages or warnings that seem to come to you now through your inner voice.

Your focus is paying off.  People around you appreciate you and your efforts and notice the quality of what you do, even when you don’t get paid.  You’re on the right track; keep doing what you’re doing.  This is an extremely positive card relative to work and career.  Your work is appreciated and generally well regarded, and that’s a very good place to find yourself.  If you are seeking employment, this card hints that you can expect success fairly quickly.  In relationships, people see you in a positive light as someone who has the qualities that they are looking for … even if love hasn’t quite developed yet.  If you’re dating, you’re likely to meet someone through work or through their work.  Stay sharp!  Your finances are looking healthier and this card can mean that your proverbial ship has come in, though you still must do your part.  Your health is also taking a positive turn for the better.  You are reaping rewards from the work you have done and the quality of it.  Keep upbeat and moving forward to ride this wave of Abundance.  Spiritually, learn more about rituals from the past to deepen your spiritual understanding and practice.