Are You In?
By: Rosa Mendoza
2D TAROT SCAN//Made by: Rosa Mendoza (Aphrosyche)
Embodying the spirit of bravery— with an open mind, risks have been taken. The pain that kept us up at night no longer does. Did seeing our beauty and sins in others heal us or made us sicker? Stickier?
From left to right notice how nine swords penetrate this angel’s wings as it overlooks The Lovers:
What is clipping your wings?
What attachments are you over fantasizing?
What can you “not live without” ?
Do you actually have faith?
Are you romanticizing a permanent space for someone who was meant to be temporary?
Remember to be discerning about who you keep close, as we navigate the higher summits of our missions. Some things are meant to be experienced alone.
Everything we’ve been hoping for is on the other side of a major sacrifice, but you’re tired of hearing that right?
Show up for the world and ask for the same in exchange. With faith and cojones things will change smoothly.
Bottom of the Deck
We’re at a crossroads: your true inspiration is your brand. Those big creative surges you’ve had in the past? They’re not over—they’re just waiting for you to claim them again. Sure, being reasonable feels safe, but safe can be boring.
You’re responsible not just for your sensitivity, but for protecting your joy. Don’t let boredom turn you into a pessimist—clear out the clutter, refresh your energy, and embrace the spark that the cheeky Knight of Swords brings. Your mojo is alive—go claim it.
Advice From Other Decks
Herbcrafters Tarot: Rosemary
For centuries, rosemary has been a symbol of remembrance, protection, and renewal. To tap into its ancient wisdom, simply place a fresh sprig in a bowl, pour hot water over it, and breathe in the fragrant steam for a few minutes. As you inhale, imagine clearing away mental fog and making space for focus. You can also sip rosemary tea to ground your mind and strengthen your spirit. When finished, keep the sprig nearby as a small reminder of resilience and clarity.
Yoga: Shoelace Pose
Shoelace Pose, a variation of Gomukhasana (Cow Face Pose), is designed to open the hips and activate the sacral chakra. The hips are often thought to store unprocessed emotions, and by bringing energy into the sacral center—associated with creativity, pleasure, and emotional flow—we can release tension, spark inspiration, and strengthen our relationship with both ourselves and others.
Artist Tarot: Le Corbusier
Le Corbusier (1887–1965) was a Swiss-French architect and artist whose paintings and drawings explored geometry, color, and light—principles that also shaped his revolutionary approach to modern architecture. A true multidisciplinary visionary, he blended art and design to reimagine how humans inhabit space.
“Theory makes perfect. Practice makes problems. Sign your name in concrete. Go big or go home. ”