Collective Tarot Reading 10-23

Starting Scorpio Season with these, take what resonates, leave that which does not.

Card 1: Five of Pentacles (Isolation, Lack, Hardship)

Clarifier 1: Four of Pentacles Reversed (Release, Openness, Vulnerability)
Clarifier 2: Page of Pentacles Reversed (Procrastination, Hesitation, Insecurity)

Situation Summary:
The Five of Pentacles points to a collective feeling of being left out or experiencing lack—financially, emotionally, or spiritually. There’s a sense of being on the outside, unsure how to get back in.

Interpretation:
The Four of Pentacles reversed suggests there’s something about release here—maybe the grip you have on scarcity needs to be loosened. The worry, the clinging, is creating more of the very problem it’s trying to solve. The Page of Pentacles reversed points to hesitancy in starting over or maybe feeling unprepared to tackle what’s next. The message is clear: abundance is available, but you have to open up, let go of old habits, and take that first shaky step forward even if you feel unready. (Remember, it’s the courage to begin that opens new doors.)

Psalm: Psalm 23:4
"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

Movie Scene:
“The Pursuit of Happyness” (2006) - Scene where Chris Gardner (Will Smith) is locked out of the shelter and has to sleep in the subway bathroom.
This scene echoes the sense of being in a desolate and isolated state, but with the hope of better days driving the spirit forward. Chris lets his tears fall but eventually chooses to persevere—taking the next step, even though it seems uncertain.

Card 2: Eight of Swords (Self-Imposed, Fear, Restriction)

Clarifier 1: Nine of Swords (Anxiety, Overthinking, Nightmare)
Clarifier 2: Two of Pentacles (Balance, Adaptability, Juggling)

Situation Summary:
The Eight of Swords is about self-imposed limitations—mental cages that feel confining, but in reality, they are not as solid as they appear. There is an overthinking and a struggle to see beyond those fears.

Interpretation:
The Nine of Swords as a clarifier emphasizes anxiety—spiraling thoughts and sleepless nights, possibly worst-case scenarios running on repeat. The Two of Pentacles, however, adds another layer—finding balance amidst the chaos. The collective is being called to reframe this experience. Yes, the worries are there, but there's also a way to find balance, to manage it all by shifting perspective and finding equilibrium. Instead of getting trapped in fear, can you start juggling these thoughts more playfully, recognizing they are just thoughts, not truth? (Let go of the mental weight, lighten the burden by understanding that you are capable of navigating this.)

Psalm: Psalm 94:19
"When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy."

Movie Scene:
“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” (2004) - Scene where Harry is learning the Patronus charm.
The visual of Harry practicing the Patronus represents learning to find hope and resilience despite deep fears and doubts. He’s anxious but manages to find balance, tapping into positive emotions to dispel his fears.

Card 3: Justice (Fairness, Truth, Balance)

Clarifier 1: Death (Endings, Transformation, Renewal)
Clarifier 2: King of Pentacles Reversed (Instability, Greed, Rigidity)

Situation Summary:
Justice brings a theme of balance, fairness, and making things right. It’s a powerful call to integrity, facing cause and effect, and aligning actions with values.

Interpretation:
Death as a clarifier means transformation is inevitable; something is being rebalanced, perhaps an old way of being is ending, clearing the way for a new chapter. The King of Pentacles reversed, however, indicates resistance to this shift, perhaps holding too tightly to the material or practical concerns, a refusal to trust in the change. Justice here reminds the collective that we need to release what no longer serves—allowing transformation without clinging to what feels safe. Justice demands honesty, and these clarifiers say: be honest about what’s ready to change and trust it is for the best, even if it means instability in the short term. How can we grow here, what are we supposed to be learning? (Transformation is not a loss; it is a recalibration. Trust it.)

Psalm: Psalm 112:5
"Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice."

Movie Scene:
“Dead Poets Society” (1989) - Scene where Neil decides to pursue acting despite his father's wishes.
The Justice card resonates with Neil's desire for fairness and alignment with his own truth, while Death signifies the inevitable transformation of his identity. The resistance of the father (King of Pentacles reversed) contrasts with Neil’s need for authenticity and balance.

The Fool (Adventure, Faith, New Beginnings)

Outcome Cards: The Hierophant Reversed (Nonconformity, Freedom, Rebellion) & Five of Cups (Grief, Loss, Disappointment)

Situation Summary:
The Fool suggests a fresh beginning—a leap of faith into the unknown, with boundless curiosity and innocence. It’s the energy of trusting the journey despite not knowing the destination.

Interpretation:
The Hierophant reversed as an outcome card suggests breaking away from old traditions or conventional wisdom—taking a path that’s unconventional, freeing yourself from what you’ve been told is “the way.” The Five of Cups here indicates that letting go of these old structures might bring feelings of grief—mourning what was comfortable or familiar, even if it wasn't serving you. The Fool urges us to step forward anyway, to release the old rules and trust that even amidst the grief of change, there’s new life waiting to bloom.

It’s okay to grieve what you leave behind, but don’t let it stop you from leaping into the unknown. The greatest risk is staying where it’s familiar but stagnant. Trust that by breaking free, you will eventually find your true path.

Psalm: Psalm 30:5
"Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning."

Movie Scene:

“Revolutionary Road” (2008) - Scene where April Wheeler (Kate Winslet) decides to break away from the conventional life of suburban conformity.

April's leap into the unknown—her willingness to take risks without a clear plan or support—reflects the energy of The Fool. But the Five of Cups is present too; the grief of unrealized dreams, the mourning of what could have been, and the painful consequences of attempting to carve her own path are palpable. This scene shows how pursuing freedom, while brave, can also lead to a profound sense of loss if the challenges and support needed are not fully in place.

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