A reading for Gem for the next few months regarding work issues.
I have used the miniRW, since I wanted it to fit in the scanner. And my usual reversed positions, because I really get a clearer picture with them in.
First take a good look at the spread, because it has a curious symmetry, reflecting some patterns that tend to come back in cycles. If we are not too happy with the conclusion, I will pull a few more and post them later.
First, a general view:
We got two Major Arcana in both the help positions, so there are powerful forces at work in your favor, if you can get them to work for you in the right way.
You are represented by two pages, so these could be new beginnings you are facing, either in two different occupations, or taking a different approach to the same one, that has changed in time.
Then we have Cups in both the hinder positions: looks like some emotional issues or a past relationship make it hard to concentrate on the work at hand. In fact, you got 3 Cups out of 6 Minors, so emotions are playing a significant role in your life.
There are two reversed aces in the spread, one hinders and one is the outcome. They could point to some good chances you could be letting slip by you.
I think the spread is beautifully balanced in all: you have your energy, although you could free quite a bit more. You have your emotions and creativity to assist you, and some powerful and influential forces working on your side. The only thing one could expect a bit more in a work reading is Pentacles, which seem to be lacking a bit.
RECENT PAST:
The Querent: Page of Pentacles reversed.
In the past, you tended to approach new beginnings in work matters with more insecurity. You had enthusiasm, but found it hard to get down to the practical details.
Help: The Hierophant.
What you had in your favor was acces to structured material from which to learn and follow guidelines. It could be a good teacher or someone more experienced trying to guide you along. You found it all a bit dogmatical, maybe, but it was a good guideline all the same.
Hinder: The 2 of Cups.
It is easy to lose concentration on work matters when we are distracted by emotional issues. In this case it could be anything from the beginning of a new relationship to making amends or peace with a person with which relations were a bit strained, perhaps? I believe this card was what had the poor little page dancing on his head! :)
THE PRESENT:
The Querent: Page of Cups.
I love the way you righted yourself. You seem to have decided the practical approach just was not working for you, so you made the most of your own strengths, which lay more towards using your imagination, intuition and creativity. You seem to be awakening that side so much, that others will be willing to take on the practical side in order to have your creative input in a project.
Help: The Devil.
Wow, this is a hard one to crack! Luckily enough, each card has a lot of meanings to it. I remember one of this card's meanings deals with pure magic and sensual energy: sort of a Magician slightly out of control but even more powerful and mature. Since you have now changed your tactics toward problem solving, I can see how it would help to unleash all your psychic power and channel it into your new work. Are you a bit afraid to get caught up in the experience? All powerful energies tend to have that effect, but I am sure you will find a way to harness it and keep it under control.
Hinder: Ace of Cups reversed.
Once more, an emotional gift or new experience threatens to waylay you away from your occupations. Only this time you seem to be trying to block it out. However, blocking anything away inside you will block other things besides, like the necessary energy for your project. So, learn from the Devil and try to embrace the emotional gift and channel all its energy toward your goals. Let it feed you instead of hinder or distract.
Advice: 7 of Wands.
This card advises you to keep fighting for what you believe is right: defend your interests to the end and you will keep on top of things.
Outcome: Ace of Wands reversed.
I believe this card is a direct result of following the advice. If you have to fight for everything you do, you will slowly deplete you energy, so that your source of new insight and creativity becomes blocked. Once more, go back to the help the Devil can give you: he is master in channeling mental and physical energies.
Since this outcome is just a possible byproduct, let us see if we can further clarify things.
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Yes: 8 of Cups.
Be ready to leave an emotional situation before getting hurt. We tend to wait around when things are so-so, expecting them to get better. Most often, what usually happens is that they end up worse tham mediocre. It is a sign of maturity to be able to turn our backs on something we cherish if we have the feeling it will hinder our way in life.
No: 2 of Pentacles reversed.
Do not trust you can keep juggling your options indefinitely, because they may spin out of your control. Are you considering two different work options? Is this decision too hard for you? Is it getting to your nerves? The previous card would point to the need of leaving one of them behind. Maybe even the one you believe more stable and secure.
Outcome: 7 of Swords.
It seems that if you can properly concentrate on the right option, you will finally be able to reap your rewards. Observe this is the first mental card to come up: you have been leading your life from your heart, rather than your mind, lately.
I guess one would wish for a more glorious outcome, but I turned one more and it happened to be the 8 of Pentacles, showing you perfecting your skills and enjoying the process, which is a good omen when talking about work and occupations.
All in all, you can make the most of your inner spiritual strengths. Just bear in mind that emotional energy has many ups and downs that can feel depleting in the long run. So remember to take good care of your body and stop to think coolly about some of your options. Intuition is great, but some careful thinking and planning cannot hurt.
I hope you enjoyed the reading. I certainly did. Cheers! :)