The Eight of Swords…

Do you feel like you are drifting but tethered? Do you know what I mean by that - like you are floating through life, but imprisoned by the expectations of others? Danger seems imminent when you are not fully able to act and react within your situation because of the limitations placed upon you by the outside world. But, if you become complacent in accepting this, you start to coast from day to day, not living up to your full potential. The ties that bind you may be self-inflicted acceptance of your current situation - because it seems easier to just float on rather than free yourself, which can feel daunting. Listen - the true obstacle is not external - the true challenge is to free your thinking and widen your perspective on what holds you back. I think if you look within, you’ll recognize that you are both imprisoned and the prisoner. Your thoughts are the rope that keeps you from advancing. Defy others by looking within so you can break the cycle. It’s time to stop presenting yourself as easy prey. You deserve the opportunity to free yourself - so take it!

“To know that you are a prisoner of your mind is the dawn of wisdom.” - Nisargardatta Maharaj

The 8 of Swords from The Vice Versa Tarot by Massimiliano Filadoro and Lunaea Weatherstone