August Tarot Reading

“As I release the past, I awaken to possibility and allow my true essence to be revealed.”

The overall theme for August is resurrection and knowing yourself. The good won’t come without its temporary challenges however. You will be tested in how much determination and self-control you can harness. 

With the Queen of pentacles coming up reversed, I can see that some insecurities or greediness will come up. She warns us to stay focused on the bigger picture, to be careful with our money, to get grounded, and to believe in our abilities.  

Our animal messenger this month is the Raccoon. This friendly and mischievous animal is encouraging you to explore your inner thoughts, beliefs, and wishes. Who are you underneath the mask you wear when you interact with those who have particular expectations of you? 

This month is the time to get to the truth of who you really are. Get rid of distraction and self limiting beliefs to in order to remember who you are to your core. This is Leo season after all and I am seeing big themes of embracing your inner light and magick.

The first week of August may have you feeling a little out of your element. You could be feeling like you need to work hard to prove yourself in someway, however, it is more difficult than you expected. The real battle feels like some form of insecurity or burnout. You may even be consider giving up on something you previously felt you wanted to do. 

The advice here is to lean into your self confidence. Hype yourself up! Leo energy is coming through to remind you of how truly capable and amazing you are. You can trust yourself and your abilities. Exaggerate every small victory until you feel proud and ready to take on more challenges. You are fabulous! Don’t forget it. 

In our second week of August, we can feel a bit of stress releif. You are letting go of worries for your own good and feeling more grounded in who you are. There is a theme of transitioning into a better time in your life. Remembering all that you have been through to get to this point is part of what helps you accept where you are now. 

Virgo energy is here this week to aid you in leaving behind the negativity of the past and welcoming in the new with a healthy approach. Participate in the activities you feel help you get centered and grounded within. Focus on your daily routines and rituals. Think about how you can set yourself up to be most efficient, helpful, and resourceful. 

This third week of August brings some tension and dissatisfaction we need to work through. The key word coming through here is stubbornness. This could be you or someone else being stubborn and not wanting to backdown on something. Egos can be strong this week. There could be a feeling of selfishness and hoarding. Someone just has to have it their way.  

Taurus energy supports you this week but asks you to seek balance as well. Know your worth, be realistic, and practice self-control. Know that there is no need to rush things. Being patient and deliberate will serve you in the best way. Pay attention to the ways you or someone else may manipulate a situation to get what they want and be mindful of karma. Have faith that there will always be enough abundance secured for you. 

All of the month of August feels as though it has been building up to this last week. Much difficulty and life lessons bring us to a point of self mastery and celebration. Great achievement and potential is realized. You are stepping into your great personal power and feeling free to create what you want to. 

The astrological 1^st house is highlighted, showing us that now is the perfect time to think about who you want to be in this world. If there were no expectations of you, what path would you choose? What part of you has been dying to be expressed? Your most authentic self is ready to be manifested NOW.

You possess all the power and tools that you need to create the life you so desire. I highly recommend taking time this week to write down what you wish to manifest for your future. Do not limit yourself or your imagination. Harness your vision and make magick in a way that works for you. 

– Tabitha

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Decks Used:

• The Wizard’s Tarot by Wizard of Barge 
• Wildlife Wisdom by Natalia Evans 
• The Sacred Empowerment Deck from aambh
• The Illustrated Herbiary by Maia Toll 
• The Numinous Astro Deck by Ruby Warrington and Bess Matassa