Though we often counsel heart over mind, there are times when mind over heart is necessary … and today, welcomed.  Your mental focus is needed to make hard decisions, however, decision-making feels easier as this is another benefit of the new direction you are presently following in your life.  You are learning to master your Self, so embrace your self-determination.  Perhaps you might encounter a kindly older gentleman whose perspective will assist your decision-making process.  Because he’s older, he may appear to be a rules-stickler that rubs your “modern” free-thinking ways the wrong way.  Don’t react negatively by taking his advice the wrong way.  This experience is a reminder that structure and logic do have a place in your perspective.  You’re finding that things are running smoother and that your supervisors are appreciating your performance at work.  Continue to keep your focus on following procedural guidelines so that your persistence leads to more success on the job.  If you’re looking for work, apply a logical approach in selecting the jobs to which you submit your applications.  Don’t forget to include a continued focus on your spiritual self.  Explore the avenues you uncovered over the past several days.  Your self-discipline, persistence, assertiveness and confidence in what you are discovering today will pay off on the journey ahead.

You continue on your new path and your focus is naturally turned inward as you explore what defines you spiritually.  This is a great moment to identify the areas in your life where you can help yourself and where you accept that you need help from others.  Self-reflection leading to self-discovery is the fruit of solitude, so don’t shy away from these moments.  Remember that problems happen, so use skill and wisdom to solve them.  That means that “doing the right thing” necessarily includes doing what is righteous for you.  This approach benefits you at work, so keep organized and productive in this Now because as the Wheel continues to turn, you assure success and  recognition tomorrow. For now, be conservative with your financial transactions and refrain from gambling. You might bump into an old flame and this encounter might generate an interesting spark today … but take care not to communicate mixed signals.  What are you really looking for in a relationship at this time?  If you’re already in a relationship, perhaps it’s time to stay connected by making the time and taking the effort to realign mutual interests to keep your spark alive and well.  Someone will cross your path that will encourage your desire to explore more deeply into spiritual matters and cause you to withdraw a little to enjoy a bit of solitude.  Becoming comfortable being alone with yourself is a skill and blocking out the noise of life by giving yourself space to BE nurtures your self-awareness.  Enjoy these moments.

So, with the changes heralded yesterday, we find ourselves set upon a new direction on our spiritual path today. Pursue your desire to dig deeper into your spiritual side.  Family and friends might not understand the attraction you’re feeling spiritually.  Their “consent” is not necessary or required for your happiness because this is all about self-awareness and self-reliance.  You defining You.  As The Fool, you are that curious, innocent child willing to explore life’s next new adventure!  It’s a day of new beginnings and a fresh start.  Yesterday was the turning of the Wheel of Fortune, and now you’re writing the next chapter of your story.  Those new opportunities you forged yesterday have opened up new paths – opportunities – for you to pursue … at work, in money matters, with your health, love life and spirituality.  Your positive attitude paved this way, so embrace the challenge of coming out on top.  Trust your instincts.  While you are living as present in the moment, however, take care not to take silly chances because today you also might be accident-prone.  So, don’t get too carried away as you happily skip along through today.

Woo Hoo!  We’re riding high on the wave now!  Change and Opportunity are on the horizon and it’s for the better.  Whatever problems or heartaches have been affecting you to date, today is when the tide changes and you can embrace Gandolf’s words joyfully … that “this too shall pass.”  Notice how the Sphinx is sitting at the top of this Wheel?  That’s you, sitting on top of your world.  Embrace the moment, this Now, and count your blessings.  Of course, the Wheel turns … so when things begin to change, relax and roll into them.  Step back and look at the Big Picture so you have a clear view of your next steps.  New opportunities for employment are on your horizon.  Even if you enjoyed where you work, your heart is no longer there so don’t feel guilty or “bad” that you feel the need for a change.  Reach out to your network of connections and be bold about expressing what you want in your next position … and don’t be too surprised if your wishes manifest excellent results!  Work with your partner and communicate what needs to happen for the both of you in this next phase … adaptability and communication are a great combination that preserves a truly loving relationship.  Your financial outlook is beginning to look better … on the other hand, if you’ve already been riding high in money matters, this change could also mean the beginning of a decline.  Don’t fret … this is how the Universe keeps the balance, so be smart and adjust your spending and budget accordingly now.  This advice also applies to your health.  Be proactive.  Be self-aware and self-responsible and everything will be all right.

Today is a day where Bruce Lee’s advice kicks in:  “Don’t think:  Feel.”  When the High Priestess shows up, it’s time to pay attention to your Intuition and your voice of inner guidance.  It’s a great day ahead.  You’re feeling inspired about life and feeling good about yourself … and this positive outlook makes you physically attractive to others.  For the men out there, you may come across an attractive, but somewhat distant, woman whom you sense has her game on, and she appeals to you … but she also might be entirely unreachable to you.  If that’s so for you today, just kick back and enjoy the view, then act on what she inspires within you.  For the women, you might encounter a better day simply because people around you feel more receptive to you in how you appear and what you have to say to them.  It’s a great edge you can use to your advantage, but take care and act wisely because you’re wielding potent energies today.  In money matters, someone might not be acting entirely honest with you, so don’t be afraid to investigate this gut feeling further.  Use your guile and play it close to the vest by only disclosing information on a need-to-know basis.  With regard to your health … you know those doctors and metaphysicians you’ve been consulting?  Perhaps you may need a second opinion, so trust your gut and look after yourself.  Have you been dreaming lately?  Today is a great day to venture forth and investigate your dreams by broadening your horizons in conversation with others to gain more valuable insight about yourself.

When most people see this card, they automatically think “love relationship”. This can be true, but only in part. Esoterically, this card is about your inner balance between the masculine and feminine, yin and yang, and overcoming the desires of the material to free yourself to ascend spiritually.  The focus is on what dictates “you” … mind or heart?  Your happiness with your love partnership is noticeable by others, and your bliss makes you feel like celebrating … just don’t lose sight of material concerns, you know:  the things you’re tending to procrastinate on tackling and completing that really deserve your attention now (remember the Two of Swords yesterday?).  Continue to seek support and guidance in health matters; you might find the right doctor or other healthcare professional to assist you best today.  Bottom line:  listen to your gut (because the body houses your parent-Spirit) and follow your heart (because it discerns more clearly than your head).