Okay, so today I wanted to try something a little different with my tarot practice. I’ve been feeling a bit scattered lately, like I have a million ideas buzzing around but no real direction. So, I decided to use the 9 of Wands to help me set some solid intentions. Here’s how it went:
Getting Started
First, I grabbed my trusty Rider-Waite deck and shuffled it while thinking about what I wanted to focus on. I wasn’t looking for specific answers, more like guidance on where to channel my energy. I pulled the 9 of Wands, which, honestly, felt pretty spot-on. It’s all about resilience, persistence, and being almost there – exactly the vibe I needed.
Digging into the Card
I spent some time just looking at the card. You know, really studying the imagery. That weary-looking figure, leaning on his staff, but still standing strong, with those other wands lined up behind him. It reminded me that even when you’re tired, you’ve got the strength to keep going, especially when you’re close to your goal.
Setting My Intentions
Instead of asking questions, I decided to use the card to form my intentions. So, based on the 9 of Wands, I came up with these:
- I intend to persevere through challenges. Kinda obvious, but it helped to say it out loud.
- I intend to stay focused on my main goals, even when distractions pop up.
- I intend to recognize how far I’ve come and use that as fuel to keep moving.
- I intend to gather my resources, protect my task.
Putting It into Practice
I wrote these intentions down in my journal, just to make them feel more concrete. Then, I placed the 9 of Wands on my desk where I could see it throughout the day. It served as a visual reminder of what I was working towards. It’s not about magic, you know? It’s about setting a clear direction and keeping yourself accountable.
Checking In
I plan to revisit these intentions at the end of the week and see how I’ve done. Maybe I’ll pull another card for some extra guidance. The whole point is to use the tarot as a tool for self-reflection and action, not just some passive fortune-telling thing.
It is a very useful tool to remind me to stay the course!
