The Knight of Pentacles…

In my Tarot Class for Uncommon Goods, I talk of how you can use your cards to make magic in your own life. Today was a day that my deck showed up for me and helped me to achieve, so I wanted to share the quick story with you, in the hopes that it might inspire. During quarantine-times, I became a runner. But, more of a runner/walker - “run as much as I can and walk when struggling”. But, this year I challenged myself to enter a few races with the goal of running to beat my own times - and running the full races. This morning was a race for me, so I asked my deck a question, “What can I do to keep myself moving and achieve my goal?” and I pulled The Knight of Pentacles. The message was clear - keep my focus on the atmosphere around me - stay in the material world and enjoy the moving scenery as I run. When and if I struggle, I will breathe, center my focus on continuing to move forward at a pace that works best for me and trust that the universe will be right behind me - easing me forward with grace. When I noticed the Knight on the card was barefoot, it reminded me of a quote I love and I thought, “Oh! Kiss the ground with my feet - feel gratitude for each step I take and that will motivate me.” This card came through - I beat my last time of 11 minutes per mile to finish with a smile on my face at 9 minutes per mile. Use your cards to make magic, my friends. I leave the quote for you here as a message from this Knight today…

“Be aware of the contact between your feet and the earth. Walk as if you are kissing the earth with your feet.” ―Thich Nhat Hanh

The Knight of Pentacles from The Light Seer’s Deck by Chris-Anne