Okay, it’s time for you to relax about the things and situations in your life because you are clinging too tightly and it could prove unhealthy for you in the long run.  Are you feeling anxious or insecure about something … money and finances, a relationship, or work situation?  Understand that anxiety and insecurity are not states of being that provide you stability and happiness.  This is where the cliche’ “if you love something, set it free …” applies.  If you’re in a job just to put food on the table, realize that while this is an important aspect of a job, it is not the sole reason, your purpose, for working.  Believe in yourself and look for opportunities to advance yourself so that you can break out of the mundane job and access employment that better suits your skillset and passions.  In relationships, this card asks you, or asks you to notice another, to focus on what makes you/him/her fearful of love, of commitment … the reasons or excuses you wish to not risk getting involved at a deeper level with another.  Love, especially friendship love, requires that you step out of your comfort zone to relate, entangle, with an-other.  Relating is a two-way street.  Today, be less miserly (a word related to “miserable”) and loosen your grip … count your blessings and be grateful.  With your finances, appreciate that whatever your situation is at this moment, there is someone less fortunate than you, and so don’t be so hard on yourself.  Release the state of fear to be released from the stress that fear brings to your BEing.

Ah, the luck of the draw brings up the most appropriate card for this Mothers Day!  The Queen of Cups is the one woman in your life that is and ever shall be in your corner 100% … always caring, nurturing and empathic towards you, your needs and what’s going on with you in this Moment.  Think positively, because this feminine energy is supporting you … at work, in your relationships, with your health and even your spiritual outlook … in all ways that you have yet to realize.  So give yourself a break today and be creative as you reach out, especially to other women, to nurture the relationships surrounding you.  In this way, you honor your mother and The Mother by nurturing yourself with compassion.  In a macrocosmic sense, this is the Universe reaching out to heal your Spirit with Mother’s love and asking you to See that all is related.  All are related.  And so … may you be pleasantly surprised with a dose of intuitive clairvoyance today as you embrace the Mother within you.

You’ve hit a plateau and it feels like you’re at a standstill, not moving forward … but in reality you are still making progress, only now what and who is around you is where change is taking place.  Just like when you’re dieting and you make great progress and then you hit a spot where the scale doesn’t seem to move, when in actuality you are still losing the weight and your body is making adjustments internally.  Choose to be patient and continue to remain upbeat because at the very least you are not moving backwards. At work, others are making choices that will affect you, and this is something that you cannot control. A positive attitude will attract more positive energies into this status quo situation, which will likely move forward favorably for you IF you keep your cool.  As at work, in your love relationship you’re feeling like your partner isn’t willing to make the commitment you looked forward to the other day (remember, the Four of Wands?), and again patience rather than pushiness will allow the most favorable outcome.  Remember, all is in flux at this moment … so maintain this cool level-headed posture with your finances as well.  Continue to save your money and watch your spending.  Feeling restless might cause you to make risky decisions, and this is never a good way of being.  Remain present in this moment so that your self-awareness remains sharp and focused.  Stillness and Patience can be difficult spiritual lessons, so if you are experiencing difficulty with these two perceptions, then take the hint that these are aspects of your spirituality that need working on today.

Often, the court cards like this one indicate a literal person crossing your path … though this is not always the case.  Here, a fiery-spirited passionate woman who brings uplifting energy and an air of positivism is crossing your path.  She represents a most feminine and decidedly vibrant energy influencing your experiences today.  If this describes a woman in your life, know that she is a good friend and a solid ally, though she appears self-absorbed.  In a committed relationship where the couple is trying to conceive, the Queen of Wands indicates fertility.  At work, look forward to increased productivity and the success that comes with positive performance … and this means your finances will also be bolstered by your ambition.  But, take care not to get carried away with the temptation to buy things with your increased buying power.  Once again, the moderate/middle path of action continues to be your truest guide.  If you’re feeling your home needs a facelift, then instead of splurging at IKEA create a different look by rearranging furniture and focusing on your garden.  You’re feeling vibrant in your own skin, so enjoy feeling invigorated in better health … but take care to allow for some downtime so you don’t overdo it and make your health swing in the other direction.  It’s so easy to binge and overindulge, so again, continue to keep the balance.  Continue to free your mind and explore avenues of thought and belief.  Don’t limit yourself by thinking that the one avenue you favor at present is THE only spiritual way of being.

You will be attending a special event soon … perhaps an event like Mother’s Day!?! … and it will be a more enjoyable experience than you are anticipating.  Go, and be sure to enjoy yourself.  Things are continuing to improve and go well for you at work, but that’s because you have been paying attention to the details.  Keep up the good work and continue to expand your skill set, but don’t forget that you’re only as good as the next correctly executed assignment.  As far as your relationships go, your love relationship is about to take a serious turn towards commitment, including the possibility of getting married (just like the couple on the card!).  Perhaps you’ll both be attending a friend’s wedding or other family-type occasion this weekend … the good vibes will likely spark a deep conversation that brings you closer to each other.  If you’re single, don’t blow off the invitation to attend:  GO.  Enjoy the fact that finances are continuing to stabilize and improve, and ensure your enjoyment lasts by continuing not to overspend and be extravagant.  Remember yesterday’s message:  you reap what you sow.  Your health is also improving with your more positive approach to being healthier.  If you need assistance, ask for it because there are resources just waiting for you to tap.  Don’t worry if you’re marching to the beat of your own drum, either.  You might stand out spiritually with friends and family, but your perception is shaped this way for good reason.  Do allow consideration of others’ perspectives, but ultimately honor the right to make up your own mind.

This is definitely an auspicious card that indicates you are on an upswing at work and in your career.  Your diligence, your efforts, are very much appreciated and well regarded by your coworkers and supervisor(s).  Although there’s always room for improvement, you are on the right track, so keep on keepin’ on!  If you’re job hunting, success is definitely and quickly coming your way.  If you’re dating, then you’re likely to meet someone at work who possesses the qualities and characteristics that you are looking for in a partner, and that’s a great foundation for a new relationship … so keep your eyes open.  If you are already in a relationship, know that your partner sees you in a positive light and is confident that you are the right person to be with now.  Your finances are really shaping up, so don’t stop following your present formula of conservative spending.  The abundance you are building up now is the reward of quality hard work … this is how you build financial security for your future.  Good for you!  Likewise news about your health:  your attention to your health is paying off, so keep up with that new exercise program and/or diet plan.  Spiritually, looking into esoteric knowledge and organizations/groups that delve into ancient knowledge and traditions is giving you deeper insight into the Way It Is.  Do your own digging by reading up on these different bodies of ideas and organizations to deepen your own spirituality and practice.