Daily Reading for Sunday, December 17, 2023
Card: 8 of Wands (Reversed)
Moon: 27% Waxing Crescent
Astrological Sun Sign: Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) “The Archer”
Crystals: Clear Quartz (Clarity and Focus) and Amethyst (Stress Relief and Intuition)
Essential Oils: Lavender and Clary Sage (Soothes Frustration and Anxiety)
Today’s Number: 8 (Balance, Abundance, and Power)
Daily Mantra: “I embrace patience and trust in the timing of my journey.”
In this fast-paced world, where everything seems to happen at the blink of an eye, the concept of waiting can indeed feel like an eternity. Yet, there’s profound wisdom and unexpected beauty in the art of patience, as eloquently captured by Amos Bronson Alcott: “Success is sweet and sweeter if long delayed and gotten through many struggles and defeats.”
As you encounter the 8 of Wands in its reversed form, it’s as if the universe is gently whispering to you, encouraging you to embrace this period of seeming stagnation, not as a setback, but as a valuable lesson in patience and trust. This card isn’t just about delays and frustration; it’s about preparing you for the sweetness of success that becomes all the more precious because of the wait and the challenges you’ve overcome to achieve it.
So, dear one, lean into this lesson. Allow yourself to find peace and understanding in the knowledge that what’s meant for you is making its way, albeit slowly. The reward at the end of this journey is waiting, and it promises to be even more rewarding because of this period of waiting and growth.
Sending you love and light on your path,
-Maggie
Tarot Card Credit: @crowtarotmjcullinane