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May has arrived, ushering in a sense of anticipation for the approaching summer. As is my tradition, I consulted the tarot to uncover insights for this month. The focus this time is on the importance of mindful rest as a tool for managing change.
This five-card tarot spread illustrates key aspects to consider:
Energy: Your current vibe. Situation: What’s unfolding around you. Obstacle: A challenge you might encounter. Action: Steps you should take. Lesson: Insights you will gain.
Your May 2025 Tarot Reading
Your Energy: The Four of Swords
This card indicates a strong need for rest. Now is the time for relaxation, cozy evenings with tea, and pausing the incessant search for answers. Take a step back to recharge; clarity will follow once you do.
After you’ve had a chance to breathe, the path ahead will become clearer.
Your Situation: The Tower
While The Tower might initially evoke fear, it is essentially about transformation and shedding what no longer serves you. If you sense instability or disarray, understand that this is a precursor to new beginnings. Clarity will emerge after the upheaval settles.
Remember, life is a cycle where destruction often leads to creation.
Your Obstacle: The Hermit
Finding equilibrium between solitude and social interaction can be a challenge. If you’re yearning for alone time, consider delegating some of your tasks to others to carve out that necessary space. Conversely, if you’re looking to engage socially, reach out to friends who embrace you in all your moods.
Your Action: Seven of Pentacles
Following the upheaval of The Tower, the Seven of Pentacles signifies that your efforts are beginning to bear fruit. Change doesn’t always equate to starting anew; trust your instincts, and you’ll find the progress you seek.
Your Lesson: Justice
This card encompasses essential truths: you have the right to rest, to change, and to pursue your passions. Never forget your own safety and happiness, which are just as important as anyone else’s. Advocate for your needs, and encourage those around you to do the same.
How To Use May’s Tarot Lessons
This month serves as a reminder that taking a step back can provide valuable clarity. Be attuned to the energies surrounding you.
Even amid change, you can maintain a grounded presence and respond with logic rather than reactive emotions. Allow circumstances to unfold without overextending your involvement.
Journaling Prompts
To reflect on this month, consider the following journaling questions. You may also engage other divination tools, such as tarot or oracle cards, to deepen your insights:
- What are your preferred methods for resting? How can you prioritize these activities in May?
- What aspects of your life are you ready to release?
- What does healing solitude look like for you?
- What is flourishing in your personal life this spring? Reflect on your journey from last May to now.
- What core values are you advocating for?
Jezmina Von Thiele’s tarot readings are influenced by their Romani heritage. For further insights into tarot reading methods, explore Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling, co-authored with Paulina Stevens.
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