Rocks n Rituals Soul Food Nibbles (Debi Barr)

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This week, inspired by a recent trip to Finland, I am talking about how hardship leads to growth. And about how we have the choice to either empower ourselves to grow or disempower ourselves and become victims. 

Remember that Soul Food Circle will be opening again soon, so make sure your name is on the waiting list - find out more here.

As human beings we seem to crave control and certainty. We try to plan everything and seek to control life. We want certainty in our decision making. And then we get so disappointed when things don't go as planned.

Anger sets in. Sadness. Despair. And we try to control that. We work so hard. Put so much energy into trying to have control and certainty.

But let me ask you. What can we really control? Is anything in life ever 100% certain?

That's what I want to talk about today. You can also read the blog over on the website at https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/why-do-we-crave-control-and-certainty/

This week I'm giving you an insight into what's been going on behind the scenes in Rocks n Rituals. Are you brave enough to take a quick look into my mind?

Remember you can also join the waiting list for Soul Food Circle here.

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Buckle Up! Changes are coming!!

We have 4 Major Arcana cards to play with this week. Yes, that's right, I said 4.

When Majors come out in force like this it is a clear sign to pay attention. This will be a significant time - so pay attention to what is going on around you and within you over the next 7 days.

There is a clear message of endings here. And they may feel chaotic or painful. You may have to let something or someone go in order to move forward. But within this chaos and apparent rubble there is light. And once the dust settles and you allow the smoke to clear, you will see the brightest light of opportunity awaiting you.

These pivotal moments in our lives are often magic in disguise. And they are needed because otherwise we may not shift our awareness and consciousness. We may stay stuck and not even realise it.

Let's dive in and take a look - we have Strength, The Wheel, The Tower and Death & Rebirth.

Big hitters! Buckle up ...

Watch on YouTube and see the cards

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I always like to take some time to reflect on the past year before setting intentions and looking ahead to the New Year. Join me as I take a wander down memory lane.

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One of the most difficult things for any Tarot reader is often learning how to read for themselves. It is often easier to read for others so by learning how to tell tarot tales - the art of story telling with the cards, and depicting yourself as the third person subject of the story - you can often uncover hidden layers of meaning in your readings.

These readings also inspired Soul Food Circle - and you can join at https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/soul-food-circle

What does being visible and truly seen actually mean? That is the subject of this week's soul food nibbles blog and pod.

Remember you can join the Soul Food Waiting List here and if you have a story to share or an idea for a podcast topic then please email me - debibarr@rocksnrituals.co.uk and I will get back to you!

My last workshop for 2022 is a Crystal Reiki Master Class on Saturday 3rd December 2022. You may be wondering why there is a specific Crystal Reiki workshop going on. Why would anyone take this workshop? I mean surely you can just lay the crystals on and do Reiki – right?

Well, yes, you can do that. But it is so much more powerful when you learn how to properly blend these two healing tools together.

As a really special deal if you book and pay for your place in full before 25th November (Black Friday) you can grab a spot for just £99 instead of £110. The class will be held in the Maitri Studio in Belfast from 10am to 4pm. Book your spot now.

And if you want to get a little bit of Crystal Knowledge beforehand you can grab the micro bundle of courses which includes Crystal Chakras for just £75 or why not take advantage of the Crystal Healing Practitioner course on offer for Black Friday at just £222.

Have a fantastic week whatever you are up to. Make sure to get on the mailing list if you aren’t already and follow me on Facebook and Instagram. You can also leave a comment here on the blog – tell me what your favourite crystal is and how you like to use it.

Imagine having the courage to totally change your life. To move across the world, from Croatia to Costa Rica for love. This is exactly what my guest on Soul Food Nibbles is talking to me about this week. I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Barbara Jukopila who now lives in Costa Rica. But she didn't always live there. She is Croatian and until 4 years ago, she was working as a successful film producer in Zagreb.

Alongside her busy film career she also taught yoga and meditation. She was beginning to feel called to experience a new way of life. During a 3 week period, when she went travelling with a friend, she met a man. And she fell in love. Somehow the universe brought them together and this was the start of her new life. For a year they had a long distance relationship. Travelling to see each other in Costa Rica and Croatia. But then it was time to make a decision. Did she stay put and keep her successful career and lifestyle in Zagreb, or would she be brave enough to move across the world and start a new life in Costa Rica?

Barbara was brave and followed her heart. She is now happily married and they have a beautiful 1 year old boy together. Living totally connected to nature in a seaside town in Costa Rica, she is immersed in nature every day. Surfing and yoga are daily aspects of life there and she simply glows with such a beautiful radiance.

I am sure you will find her story inspiring. To face a challenge of uprooting your life to move to a country where you don't speak the language is totally daunting! Barbara said if her story inspires just one person to make a change then she is happy.

And you know what? You don't have to move across the world to make a change. It simply starts with deciding that today is the day you become the driver of your life, rather than the passenger. That today is the day you take responsibility for your own happiness. And begin to heal, so you can have the freedom you crave. To trust where you are being led and to listen to the call of your Soul.

You can follow Barbara on Facebook here or find her on Instagram here

Remember that you can still sign up for the FREE 5 day HEAL experience with me from 17th - 21st April - do it today.

What does it mean to honour the voice of your Soul? Why would you even want to and what difference does it make to your life? These are the things I am chatting about today in Soul Food Nibbles. This is also the key theme of Soul Food Circle and whilst we are now closed to new members you can still join the waiting list - find out more here.

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This week I am talking about the power and beauty of the moon. Working with the lunar cycles to enhance your life and understanding how the moon influences us here on Earth.

This week I want to invite you to a FREE 5 day healing experience where you can unleash your inner power. Have a listen and then sign up for free at https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/heal

Reiki healing is about discovering your own innate power. The practices and meditations you use in your personal practice help you to discover your own inner light and power.  Our innate healing power doesn't come from a teacher or from a Reiki practitioner. It comes from within you. To find out more about joining a Reiki class please click here and to join the waiting list for Soul Food Circle please fill in this form.

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It is worth thinking about all the steps you need to take to achieve your dreams this year. What do you need to let go of? And what needs to change? How can you get closer to your goal with every consistent action you take? What small steps can you take to realise your dreams?

Today, I've pulled 4 cards as part of a New Moon Spread.

Card 1 looks at what we are being pushed towards.

Card 2 asks you to consider how you can get clear on your goals and intentions.

Card 3 helps you understand what needs to be released so you can move forward.

Card 4 gives an idea of things to anticipate over the next 6 months in this Capricorn moon cycle.

You can check out the reading over on YouTube or on my Facebook profile here.

Want some beautiful tarot prompts to help you get your daily card practice underway? Grab your free tarot journal here.

Sign up for HEAL - free 5 day experience starting 22 January 2024 - https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/heal

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December can be a hectic time of year. In this short episode I give you 5 tips for a more relaxed festive season.

Remember that Soul Food Circle is also open and you can join at https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/soul-food-circle

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Something a little different this week! This week I had the pleasure of chatting with the lovely Betz from Enchanted Dream Gardens. It is an inspirational story of how healing with mother nature has opened up a fascinating new world for her.

Betz helps sensitive souls who are disenchanted with the hustle and uncertainty of the modern world find healing, joy, and connection with Mother Nature by envisioning, planning, and building the magical enchanted garden of their dreams.

If you'd prefer to read a transcript of the interview, I have included a link to it here.

Enjoy! Let me know your thoughts and please do follow Betz on Instagram and check out the fabulous photos on her website www.enchanteddreamgardens.com which is currently being built.

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I am loving the cards that have come up this week - they positively jumped out of the deck this morning!

You may have seen my post on FB last night about the amazing day I had yesterday. I had the absolute pleasure of having a VIP day with Hannah Walker. We went deep! She pushed me and helped me open up to things that were deeply buried. Things that had been holding me back.

You see, we all have blind spots. And we don't know what we don't know!

This is the beauty of working 1:1 with someone. Having someone who knows when to coach and get you to dig deep for your own answers, and when to mentor to give the answers and help you find the right path for you. Someone who you can trust as you dive into your shadow. Knowing that you are held safely and will be guided through the things that come up.

And ... then building the confidence in you so that you can take action on what you've learned in the session.

We spent 6 hours together yesterday.

Yes, we may have discussed the books we are reading (Throne of Glass series - go check it out!) and we may have had a deep appreciation for the Ian Somerhalder photo that sits behind me in my office, but we also did the work. And sometimes I felt deep emotions coming up as a result.

I have invested heavily in myself in the last 12 months.

Because the mentors I work with are some of the best in the world. And they are more than just "business mentors".

And so am I. I'm not just an excellent Reiki teacher - I am a damn good business owner with a thriving business to prove it! And it's time I remembered that and owned it!

In order for me to continually grow and develop to serve you better, I have to invest in myself. And that means spending 6 hours on a VIP call going deep - getting uncomfortable at times and then finding the deep reservoir of magic that lies beneath the shadow.

It means investing in programmes, putting skin in the game, and learning from the best in the world - so that I can help you be who you want to be.

Even if you are also working with some of those same people - you still need me in your corner. Helping you implement the things you are learning - otherwise you are in danger of being the perpetual student. Spinning your wheels, thinking you are moving forward when actually you are still procrastinating. Hiding behind a wall of planning and mind-mapping, writing the to do lists and creating the vision boards. All very valid ways of getting ideas out of your head and on to paper - but what have you actually done today to move the needle forward?

Have you booked that client in?

Have you created that post on Facebook or Instagram to let people know you are there?

Did you show up live on that video to share your light with the world?

Did you write the chapter of the book that's hiding inside you?

Taking action is the thing that makes the difference. As James Clear says in Atomic Habits, "Success is the product of daily habits - not once in a lifetime transformation".

This week we have Judgement, The Fool and the 9 of Cups.

Judgement reminds us to shine our light unapologetically. To let our true essence out into the world without judgement. To open our hearts and be who we came here to be!

The Fool tells us that we are on the cusp of a brand new beginning - and we have to be brave enough to take the leap of faith into the unknown and trust that our plans will come to fruition.

And the 9 of Cups assures us that our dreams are coming true and the life we are wishing for is at hand.

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This week we have Lessons from the Minor Arcana cards - and one from each Suit, so there is an element of balance and wholeness there, despite outward appearances.

Each suit in the Tarot represents a different element and when all four come together we have the holistic view of earth, air, fire and water coming together. The 4 physical elements that breathe live into our spirit.

So let's dive in and take a look.

Want to watch on YouTube? Watch here.

Prefer to read? Check the blog here.

The weekly musings are back!

I've pulled 3 Tarot cards for us this week - and the message is clear - Be Mindful and Pick Your Battles!

Otter transcript - https://otter.ai/u/-G4dggPaoh8iZy9gyLSHeYFkbKI?utm_source=copy_url

Blog post - https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/be-mindful-pick-your-battles/

YouTube - https://youtu.be/LWFvujQRlr0

I was reading the Map of Consciousness Explained, a book by the late Dr. David R Hawkins. He created this map of consciousness based on logarithms and it has been tested and calibrated over many years. I'll not get into the how and why just now - you can read the book for yourself, and I recommend you do. One part stood out for me, so far. He talked about how one person resonating at the frequency of love holds the balance for 750,000 people who resonate at lower levels of consciousness, such as fear.

Wow. 1 person holding the balance for 750,000 people. Shows how powerful love is. What a powerful state of resonance to be in. And this is why 1 person can make all the difference.

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The 5 elements of Reiki help us understand that Reiki is not just something you do. I always say to my students that you don’t DO Reiki, you ARE Reiki.

This is something which is often overlooked and skimmed over. When you truly understand the 5 elements of Reiki and what it means, then you can find the healing transformation you have been looking for.

Upcoming Classes

Level 1 Reiki will be taking place in Belfast on 14th January 2023, with Level 2 on 25th February 2023. Courses run regularly throughout the year and Reiki Master courses run once a year. Make sure you are on the mailing list to be kept informed or email me at info@rocksnrituals.co.uk for more details.

This week our tarot insights are all about embracing creativity, self-love, and mastery. I’ve used the Light Seers Tarot for this week’s musings. I treated myself to some new cards in the last few weeks and, as usual, the cards do not disappoint.

We have the Moon, The Knight of Cups, Page of Wands and 8 of Pentacles. For me, looking at these cards, the vibe is deeply creative and intuitive. I feel we are being asked to step into our emotions more fully and to also embrace imagination.

Let’s take a closer look.
You can choose to watch the YouTube Video, jump over to Facebook to watch the replay of the live, read the blog or listen to the audio only version here on Spotify. The choice is yours!

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In this episode, taken from our weekly live Facebook reading, I discuss Friday the 13th and take a look at the cards for the coming week. An interesting set of cards with the Ten of Wands, The Wheel (no 10 Major Arcana) and the Ten of Pentacles. Definitely a message of natural endings and new, abundant beginnings.

Associated links from this week -

Friday the 13th Blog - https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/friday-the-13th-day-of-the-goddess/

Awaken your Inner Goddess Bundle - https://hub.rocksnrituals.co.uk/awaken-goddess-bundle

Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/0dRQyd1ri5Y

This week I am chatting about stretching the comfort zone. A difficult task for anyone but especially difficult for introverts like me!

During the show I mention my fabulous mentor Des Dobreva - she is running a 5 Day FREE Experience which you can check out here. 

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This week I am sharing some thoughts about finding freedom by becoming the leader of your own life. I'm discussing themes of radical responsibility and exploring ways of working with me 1:1 that may help you find that freedom.

You can also watch this on YouTube if you prefer visuals and to see the cards I pulled - Watch Here

For more information about working with me 1:1 please visit the website.

This week's episode is inspired by a question from one of my Level 2 Reiki students. They emailed me after experiencing something rather strange. I have changed a few details to maintain client confidentiality but the general gist is this.

They had started to experience some cold and flu symptoms. Initially they put it down to the time of year. But then they started choking and feeling their throat was blocked up. It got so bad that they started to think they had throat cancer. A few days later they were working with one of their own clients and it turned out that the client had experienced throat trauma recently relating to a cancerous condition and was full of anxiety about it. 

My student emailed me to ask "Is this just a coincidence or is something else happening? How do I differentiate what is mine?"

What a great question! And what an experience to have.

So how can we differentiate what is ours and what belongs to someone else? And how can we, as healers, protect our energy so we don't pick up on a client's condition - before, during or after a Reiki session? Listen to find out more.

To join the Soul Food Circle waiting list - go to https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/soul-food-circle

To find out more about Reiki visit the website - https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/reiki-training

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The Fool makes a reappearance this week in our reading - and it is a welcome sight, following the 10 of Swords and 2 of Swords.

I have noticed lately that many people are in a state of fatigue. They have decision fatigue and quite a few have compassion fatigue! I've been on the receiving end of unkind words as have many people within my circle over the last few weeks and months. When did we all decide it was OK to verbally attack people in the name of "just being honest hun"?!

But that's not what I want to talk about today - we can all do better. It is time we remembered that we are all members of the human race. Imagine if we all took radical responsibility for how we showed up in the world!

Just imagine. Noticing when a post or an email provokes a response in you that feels uncomfortable, and diving into the inner work of why that is, and not launching an unprovoked attack on someone in their inbox. Noticing whenever something bothers you and causes you to want to rage - what needs aren't being met? Imagine if we all took the time to do the inner work and to dive deep before reacting. Imagine if we all operated from a place of integrity, peace and kindness with each other. With compassion and understanding - rather than judgement and blame.

What a different world it would be!

This week the cards are showing me that tough decisions need to be made. It is a time of stepping out of the stalemate of indecision. Time to make a choice and then follow it through - even if you don't know where it will lead.

It is time to step up to the plate. Tune into your gut and out of your head. Overthinking has led you to a place of indecision where there are too many options and variables. And this has left you stuck in the mud. It is terrifying to not know what will happen next but it is even more terrifying to stay stuck in one place, tying yourself up in knots.

Your decision may feel painful. It might mean the end of a relationship, a career, or an old way of life, that no longer works for you. Your dark night of the soul may have left you wounded but remember it is from these painful wounds that the most potent seeds are sown.

As you welcome the dawn of a new day the light is brighter than before and you've made space to start again. To take the leap of faith into the new beginning. How exciting!

I have a feeling that 2024 is going to be a really great year. Particularly if you continue to build your solid foundations and set in motion the plans that you want in place to carry you through the next 10 years. The time really is now! A message we have been getting hammered home from the cards for weeks now. So let's dive in and take a closer look.

You can watch the reading on YouTube using this link or you can watch the Facebook replay here.

As always let me know your thoughts and whether you resonate with the cards this week - I love to hear your comments about them!

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Yule is upon us - the Winter Solstice is just around the corner. Learning to navigate the Wheel of the Year can bring peace and fulfilment to you. We have become disconnected - so take 15 minutes out of your day to listen and learn more about this special time of year.

Remember that Soul Food Circle is also open and you can join at https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/soul-food-circle

This week I am chatting about boundaries, making tech work for you and introducing a new way to work with me - Voxer days.

The 3 cards this week are the 5 of Swords, 2 of Swords and Death - reminding us that this is time of transition which will bring fresh new energy in.

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Pentacles and Swords this week as we move into February.

We've left January behind and you may have mixed emotions about that. Perhaps you don't feel you've got as far as you wanted to with your "new year, new me" intentions. Let me please remind you we are only 32 days into a new year - give yourself some grace.

Maybe you are glad January is over and done with. It can often feel like it has 101 days rather than 31. February does have fresher energy - as both February and March are the only 2 months this year with NO planetary retrogrades.

Now that might challenge you - if you are used to blaming planets when things don't go your way! Dare I say that personal responsibility may be a theme this month and next??

Remember that this is an '8' year. That means we need to have determination, drive and ambition as we manifest our dreams. It is the year for entrepreneurial spirit. A year for finding balance between the spiritual and the physical.

We also have solar maximum approaching. So the cosmic energy is intense. Later this month we step into the energy of the Wood Dragon with Chinese New Year. There will be times when tempers may flare and hot headedness shows up.

We only need to look out into the world at large to see the anger, unrest and fear.

It is our job as soulful people to be the anchors and hold the light. To be lights in the darkness, showing people that there is a better way.

Our cards this week are reflecting much of this energy.

The 5 of Pentacles shows up to remind us that we need to shift our focus from lack. Rather than hanging our heads and only seeing problems, we need to squarely address them. And then look for the doors of opportunity that will shift things for us.

The Knight of Pentacles reminds us that we have to take charge of our lives. We need to plant the seeds and build strong foundations. It's about finding the joy in the journey rather than being annoyed that we haven't reached the destination yet.

And the Queen of Swords breezes in to remind us to keep a cool head when everyone around us is losing theirs. Her calm demeanour offers wisdom and clarity. Check your communication this week - both inwardly and outwardly. Be the voice of wisdom and step away from gossip as you level up this week.

You can watch the full card reading on YouTube here or on Facebook here

If you want to join the circle please check it out here.

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This week I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the fabulous Charlotte Wassell.

Charlotte is the creator of Motion Beyond Pain and the Springboard programme - helping people move beyond physical aches and pains & back to enjoying life confidently, fearlessly & joyfully!

Working in the fitness and movement industry since 2009, she is a Personal Trainer and Biomechanics Coach with a special interest in Pain Management and has taught across the UK and internationally. She is also a professional belly dancer and when she gets some downtime, it usually involves red wine and pizza.

Charlotte coaches groups and 1:1 online and teaches online and live classes in Brighton. 

For more information and goodies find her at https://www.solarismoves.com/ , Charlotte Wassell on FB and @solarismoves on IG.

She has a free challenge starting 4th September "5 Minutes is Better Than No Minutes" - sign up here - https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/t6o8s1

Get a taste of her teaching style by accessing one or both of these free videos -“Strong & Mobile Spine Sequence” https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/v5l6r1“

3 Exercises for Lower Back Pain Relief” https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/q9t2d4

As mentioned in the show you can also sign up to my free 5 day challenge HEAL which starts the week before Charlotte's - check it out here > https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/heal

This week I've pulled 4 cards from the Angels and Ancestors Oracle Deck by the fabulous Kyle Gray, and artwork by Lily Moses.

We are being pushed to dream big, keep our focus and push past fear and limitation. There is also a nod to our inner restless spirit and a call to stand up for what you believe in.

Also - have you signed up for HEAL? We start next week - do it now: https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/heal

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After the ferocity of last week's cards we have a more gentle reading this week. We have the Fool, 6 of Cups and Ace of Cups guiding us towards infinite potential if we take the leap of faith after some inner reflection and nostalgia, and heart opening practices. Let's check it out ...

Check the Blog - https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/embracing-infinite-potential-with-nostalgia-and-reflection/

Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/WTPnAnSaAAY

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Potent Energy - Full Moon in Leo and Pluto in Aquarius!

What potent energy! Today we have a full moon in Leo and it is bringing all sorts to the surface. Heightened emotions, tension, being seen - even if you don't want to be!

Add to that the fact that Pluto has moved into Aquarius and will stay there until early September - and we have a potent energy mix on our hands.

Pluto is giving us a taster of what the next 40 years will be like - so we gotta get used to it. Things are changing and shifting - even if you don't want them to!

Full Moon

This moon will be giving you a shove in the direction of looking at parts of yourself that you may have been hiding. And Pluto in Aquarius will be asking you to find your community or your tribe. It's time to bring in a new world. And that means letting go off the old ways of thinking and behaving.

The cards have reflected all of this and more this week. We have the Lovers, The Queen of Cups, The 3 of Swords and the Empress all in play this week. So the cards are also full of this potent energy - with two Major Arcana cards coming out to play!

Here is a summary of what I've talked about in today's full reading.

The Lovers

The Lovers, symbolising our need for deep rooted connections and partnerships. Humans are not solitary creatures - we need people around us. What is your circle like? Is it time to find a space where you can really be yourself? Where you can find yourself and feel like you belong. This is becoming more and more important this year.

Queen of Cups

The Queen of Cups, the imagery on this card is about tapping into emotion and intuition. Lots of water and flow in this card. Looking upwards, palms open and receptive - awaiting divine guidance and intervention. But remember we still need to act on our guidance - awareness without action is worth nothing.

Three of Swords

The Three of Swords highlights our dark night of the soul. The pain underneath the serenity of the Queen of Cups. When we begin to heal and shift and change, we need to allow the pain to surface. This is also hugely symbolic of allowing the old things to pass away so we can welcome in the new energy of the Aquarian era. Anything that is not evolving and growing will become increasingly uncomfortable now.

I also feel that this card is representing the pain the world right now and we need to ensure we are doing what we can to bring love, compassion and healing to our fractured planet right now.

The Empress

The Empress brings the hope of a new world. New beginnings. Nurturing energy and you can see she is drawing down the moon in the imagery of this card and it once again reminds us that we are all connected. As the moon moves into its fullness today, take time to honour it and your needs. What is coming up for you and what needs to change?

You can watch the full reading on YouTube - https://youtu.be/a6KSuUQQwP4

If you want to join a soulful circle and make 2024 the year you step back into the driving seat of your life, surrounded by like minded souls, bringing love and compassion into the world then apply now - https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/soul-food-circle

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In this week's episode we look at how to differentiate between the head and the heart. But we also see how the head can really help us put our guidance from the heart into action. So perhaps we should consider head and heart, rather than head or heart. Let me know what you think in the comments.

This week our 3 cards are from the suit of Pentacles. We have a clear message to step into our passion and purpose, and a reminder to check in with our mindset and make sure we are nurturing ourselves.

If you want to end 2023 on a high, make sure you are signed up for the free 3 day event - Soulfire. We start 20th November!

You can also read this week's blog based on our cards here.

Happy New Year!

We have 3 beautiful cards to kick start our weekly tarot insights for 2024.

Strength, The Ace of Cups and The Emperor.

Strong cards for a strong year! 2024 is, numerologically speaking, an 8 year. It is a year about stepping into your entrepreneurial spirit, being the leader of your own life, abundance and prosperity.

It is also a year of balancing the physical and the spiritual. Think of the number 8 - when laid on its side it becomes the infinity loop - with the balance point in the centre.

You can listen to the audio, recorded during a live video or you can watch on YouTube, or Facebook, or read the blog here.

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Yuletide blessings to you on this Winter Solstice day. I've pulled 4 cards for our final weekly musings and tarot insights for 2024. We have a lovely message of being on the right track, and taking time for self care as we nourish the seeds we have planted.

As winter's embrace tightens here in the Northern Hemisphere, we find ourselves at the cusp of the enchanting winter solstice. A celestial dance where the sun takes its shortest stroll across the sky, ushering in the longest night of the year. It's a cosmic spectacle that mirrors the ebb and flow of life, offering a moment for reflection, preparation, and the promise of brighter days ahead. Much like the sun seemingly standing still for three days during this celestial event, our Tarot cards have unveiled a narrative of anticipation, introspection, love, and nurturing — a story that beautifully aligns with the magic of the season.

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Historical Episode taken from Soundcloud.

Historical Episode taken from SoundCloud.

This week I want to explore the concept of self healing. Did you know that you have the power to heal yourself?

I've written about it in the blog at https://rocksnrituals.co.uk/you-have-the-power-to-heal-yourself/ and I would love to hear your stories of healing and how you have used your inner power to heal yourself.

Historical Episode taken from SoundCloud.

Historical Episode taken from SoundCloud.

Historical Episode taken from SoundCloud.

Historical Episode taken from SoundCloud.

This week we have a clear message with the hard hitting Judgement and 7 of Swords, softened by the Knight of Cups.

It's time to review what we don't want to carry forward into 2024. Time to be radically honest with ourselves about where we are in life and how we are showing up for ourselves. Are we in integrity? The universe always bears witness to our inner truth so we can't lie to ourselves.

Judgement asks us to go deep and profoundly accept who we are - a radical act of self acceptance and forgiveness. Let your true essence out into the world and embrace the infinite potential of that essence!

The Knight of Cups helps you to express your emotions, allow them to be there as you open your heart and be who you came here to be.

Amazing cards with a deep message of self acceptance and integrity. If you need any help with doing this or want to do some deep level healing work with me, my diary is open for 1:1 work so get in touch and let's make it happen.

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What a week it has been! How are you - did you have a fantastic Halloween?

Here we are in November and I have to say, I'm really getting excited for 2024. I've been making plans, getting new courses ready, getting waiting lists out into the world - lots of activity

Alongside this activity I am also listening to my body and soul. I'm making more time for the things that I know are good for me. Taking time in the mornings to ease into my day. Writing Morning Pages, reading a chapter of Atomic Habits and making notes. Practising QiGong and quiet reflection with my cards. And then I spend some time networking and working on content so that it comes from a soulful place.

This switch in my morning routine has been an absolute blessing. I've noticed I am so much more productive. So much more creative and inspired! It has led to the creation of Soulfire - the 3 day event that you, no doubt, have seen on my socials. Please do make sure you are registered for that free 3 day event - it's going to be so good!

Alongside that it has given me space to create new soulful business mentoring programmes and to put together a much needed community - Soulpreneur Space. I've literally just created the waiting list for it - check it out.

I feel we sometimes write off this time of year. We nearly throw it away and forget that it is the prime time to wrap up your intentions for 2023 and to plan ahead. And also the perfect time to begin creating those moments of self care and awareness in your day. If we aren't creating our lives and stepping into the driving seat, then we are simply existing. Running on autopilot and that is never a good thing.

The cards this week are a reflection of this - we have the 9 of Cups, 10 of Cups and the Emperor showing up again.

On first look, it seems all hearts, flowers and emotions with the cups but on closer inspection there is more going on. Listen and find out what the cards have to say or jump over to YouTube to watch and see the cards https://youtu.be/JXI1s4nFQek

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Choose who YOU want to BE.

Get curious, be unapologetically yourself, strongly root your foundations and drive forward.

This week's message in a nutshell!

Page of Swords

We have the Page of Swords with the energy of youthful curiosity. It doesn't matter what age you are. You can still have a beginner's mindset when it comes to learning. This card may suggest you are restless and have a lot of ideas. Maybe you aren't sure how to get them all out into the world. This card speaks of intelligence, communication and being inventive. There is an air of doing lots at once - so make sure you keep those feet on the ground!

Judgement

Judgement reminds us to drop the mask. It is time to shine your light into the world. To be unapologetically yourself. Be who you came here to BE! Let your soul essence out. Embrace all parts of yourself - the light and the shadow. We are soul, spirit, consciousness and matter. In an act of radically self acceptance, forgive yourself for hiding up until now. And step forward into the light of your soul. Your higher self is calling!

Ace of Pentacles

The Ace of Pentacles shows up with a positive omen of success. But you need to plant the right seeds and tend to the soil. This means having discipline and determination. Creating solid foundations for the life you want to live. Everything is possible - there is an air of optimism with this card. It shows freshly rooted new beginnings. Hold on to that optimism. And take ACTION - go and make things happen!

The Chariot

The Chariot hammers this point home. YOU are in control of your destiny. Nobody else is. So choose who you are becoming and run towards it. Act with conviction and consistency. If you feel pulled in opposite directions coax the energy back in the direction your soul wants it to go. Tap into the messages from your higher self. Take inspired action and trust the process.

What a message!

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I am so excited to introduce Soul Food Nibbles. Bite size pieces of food for your soul. Every week I will bring you some thought provoking content to whet your appetite. We will dip into a variety of topics. The menu will be rich and varied - something to suit all tastes. If you feel inspired by something you hear (or read on the blog) you can take further action on it by checking out the main course! The main courses of our soul food appetisers will be in the Soul Food Circle. Soul Food Circle is a paid community membership where you can dive deep into the things that truly feed your Soul and bring happiness. You can find out more about Soul Food Circle here. 

In this initial episode I want to give you a little background about where this idea came from. If you have been following me for a while you will know that I previously released Weekly Musings every Monday. But something didn't sit right. It felt too heavy and didn't really feed my Soul. So I took a break. It's so important to honour the need for rest. 

During my break I reconnected with my own creativity. With my personal practice of art, meditation and story telling with the cards. And I came to realise that when we take the time to feed our Souls, doing what we love, we are happy! Happiness is not some elusive thing outside of us. It is inside. And we have access to it any time we want. The easiest way to get to it - is to do something you love to do. To feed your Soul! 

And so the idea was born. What if I replaced the weekly musings with a proper podcast? A weekly show with bite sized pieces of soul food for people to savour each week. As I sat with the idea, it grew further. The podcast would be the appetiser. A place where people could dip into the various topics to learn something new or feel inspired.  

But the deep dives and real magic would be inside the Soul Food Circle. With weekly and monthly live events, masterclasses, a community space for conversation and a rich content library available 24/7. I had always wanted to find a way to bring everything I love into one space. And this is it. Soul Food Circle will be that place. Art, writing and creativity will feature in co-working creative spaces and masterclasses. Reiki will be front and centre with healing circles and 'Ask the Reiki Master' sessions. Tarot will be a staple on the menu - with intuitive development meetings and card interpretation calls and gatherings. Members will also get an exclusive monthly reading and other members only content including meditations and challenges. Crystals will also be on the menu with masterclasses and workshops being made available to members throughout the year. And, in case you need a little more - there will also be business masterclasses and a members' book club.  

Sounds like a lot right? You may be thinking I don't have time to do all that! But that's the thing - you don't have to do it all. It is not a course. Nor is it expected or required that you show up to every live event - that would be impossible. Treat it like a restaurant - pick something you like from the menu of content and events and consume that. Everything will be recorded and stored in the members' area so you can always go back and watch a live event. You can submit questions and have them answered and then watch the replay to hear the answer.  

So what do you think? Personally I am so excited to be building this! I feel inspired and full of passion just thinking about it. The membership space will be open in January 2023 but will only be open to people who are on the waiting list. I want to offer a really special price and lifetime discount to founding members. So the first launch of this new space will be to people on the Founding Members Waiting List. I've dropped the link here to so you can get your name on the list.

This week I share some thoughts about learning Reiki online, along with 3 cards from Tarot of the Old Path which may help you find your way as you live your life this week.

Enjoy!

Historical Episode taken from SoundCloud.

Historical Episode taken from SoundCloud.

This week I want to chat about the healing power of the natural world and how we can harness it to work with the Faery kingdom and elemental energy to tap into the magic and healing available to us.

I also want to talk about saving the bees and living sustainably as I will be donating £25 for every Faery Reiki course sold to the British Bee Keepers Association to help with fundraising for this vital cause.

You can help by joining the course here.

I also mentioned the Neal's Yard Remedies Facebook Group and Shop which you can access using the links provided.

Have a great week and help me to save the bees!