Future Tarot

Motivational speaker, author and self-improvement pioneer Jim Rohn passed away last week. My friend Rich Hopkins, over at Speak & Deliver noted, “I’d say Rest in Peace, but he’s probably up there motivating angels to do better work even as I type this.” Well said, Rich. (As always).

Right now, Jim Rohn quotes are circulating Twitter faster than office employees racing to the break room for free birthday cake. Many people who have never heard of this brilliant man are learning his name and principles. Others are renewing their focus on self-improvement, goal-setting and manifesting the life of our dreams.

Universal Implications
Can one man make a difference in the world? I believe one man can and, in Jim Rohn’s case, certainly did. Even in death he is having a profound impact on the Universal Energy.

The Page of Pentacles does not represent Rohn himself. I did not know him personally but based on his work I can say Rohn was a King of Hearts – kind, loving, fiercely capable and intelligent. More advanced than a Magician (although he carried elements of that card), as disciplined as the Hierophant but more connected to people… Definite King of Hearts energy.

He brought his followers the hope, energy and fire of a Page – the Page of Pentacles, of course. People are brainstorming, letting ideas flow to them and working together to bring them to fruition. We are studying how to be better at everything we do, and then putting what we’ve learned into practice.

The Page of Pentacles does carry a warning. We have to be careful not to let ourselves get overwhelmed with ideas to the point that we fail to take action or dot the proverbial I’s. Let yourself dream, let ideas come to you. But maintain an emphasis on practicality as you move forward with those ideas. Trust your instincts.

This interpretation of the Page of Pentacles from Biddy Tarot says it best: “The Page of Pentacles is a card of dreams and the desire to fulfill those dreams in the material world.”

The Page of Pentacles has not yet attained all he’s desired, but he’s begun the journey with that important first step. Even in death, Jim Rohn continues to inspire, motivation and teach… evoking the Page of Pentacles in all of us.

Personal Implications
Glancing back I notice this same studious Page had a message for us last week, too. Serenity Bly pondered what else he could be telling us.

For me, the Page of Pentacles reminds me I’m not done learning. I never will be, but right now I’m not as far along in my journey as I believe. He also points to new business opportunities and, Serenity adds, “It could also be an untapped potential for income. Something you could be pursuing that offers more than you currently see in it.”

Tonight begins a three-part series of conference calls open to students if the Secret Abundance Files, the business and life success program I’m taking. There’s my learning tie-in. The choice of what to do with the information will be mine. With diligence, discipline and an open mind, I can take that step from a Page of Pentacles mindset to a Queen of Pentacles, tending to my garden (my businesses) in order to soon reap the rich harvest.

Miss Michele is taking a life-changing program called “The Secret Abundance Files.” It is a 12-week class. She knew when she started it was life-changing — but had no idea how much so!

Last week, week 10 of the course, during our regular Tarot Chat at The Echo of One, Miss Michele asked Serenity Bly to do a reading. Chat host Mysti also provided her own intuitive insight.

[Miss Michele] What life changes can I expect when I complete the Secret Abundance Files?

[Serenity Bly] Want me to draw cards?

[Mysti] *whispers* As long as YOU keep moving forward with the process, you will find many successes. Those moments that feel less than perfect, you must remember are building blocks to bigger and better.

[Miss Michele] Yes, please.

[Serenity Bly] OMG Wow! I need to do this course!
 
[Miss Michele] Why is that? <--dying to hear!

[Serenity Bly] In the past we have The Tower. Your question is future-focused so, the END of the course is when your ‘past’ card is focusing.
Before you get to that end you’re going to really rock your world. Normally we’d think of a past card as something you’ve already done.

[Miss Michele] I only have two weeks left to the course, BUT the course also provides 1 year of counseling… and networking through the International Masterminds Forum.

[Serenity Bly] Because the question is focused on something you’ll finish down the line the past is actually our present.

You have two weeks of having things shifting, changing, feeling a little scary but ultimately bringing down the walls of the old you to allow for firmer foundations, stronger walls, new beginnings.

[Miss Michele] This also coincides with the move.

[Serenity Bly] Yes, and the move is a part of the changes brought about by the course. So, it’s a very literal, ‘bringing down the walls.

In the present we see the Page of Wands.
You’re running with the ideas and inspiration you’ve been given.

[Miss Michele] <--dying to know the third card   

[Serenity Bly] *grins* I should torture you.

[Miss Michele] Maybe this Tower is why I'm supposed to hold off on the [new project]

[Serenity Bly] But I can't really draw out the Page of Wands more than that. You know it's meaning as well as I do. It's moving forward, making things happen, letting the fire burn bright and really getting into it. In the future, we see The Hierophant. – Serenity Bly waits for the ohhs and ahhs

[Miss Michele] Not what I expected.

[Serenity Bly] What, did you expect the Empress?

[Miss Michele] Based on your reaction of “I have GOT to take this course.” Hierophant, to me, is structure, organization, following rules. Works in conjunction with the Hermit to indicate a period of “thinking and planning.”

[Serenity Bly] Ah, see, the Hierophant isn’t structure and organization to me. That’s where the Tarot reader comes into affect with the cards.  

[Miss Michele] Yes, Page of Wands is inspiration… I will feel renewed… bright ideas, creativity. But it’s tempered by the Hierophant, knowledge and experience. From your reaction, expected World, Wheel of Fortune or Ten of Pentacles.
   
[Serenity Bly] In the Mythic Tarot, the Hierophant is a Centaur. He’s standing in the door of a cave, light from above, wearing a crown with his fingers poised to the sky and a scroll in one hand.

[Miss Michele] AHHH!… Totally different than my perception from the Hanson Roberts deck.

[Serenity Bly] The Hierophant is knowledge, particularly the kind that is spiritually fulfilling. It’s connection with a higher power, self-empowerment, inner growth and dominance of yourself as a spiritual and physical being. It’s about finding your inner power and seeking the wisdom within you.

[Miss Michele] OMG!! Okay!! So, once I break down the foundations of what was, I will receive the spiritual fulfillment I’ve been seeking. NOW I get your reaction.

[Serenity Bly] Well, you’re on the right path anyway. I don’t believe in ‘spiritual fulfillment’ – it implies that you’ll reach a high point from which you can’t continue to grow. Fulfilling… is an ‘in progress’ word. I think what this Hierophant is really saying is that this course is going to let you learn about who you are, what you want, and how to make that a reality. Which, is exactly what the course is designed to do.

Note: You can learn more about the program Serenity Bly and Miss Michele are discussing at The Secret Abundance Files.