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"Is That All There Is?" |
Dear Lipstick Mystic, Here's my question: Will I ever be in a happy mood again? I've been rather removed the last couple of years, finding my fellow man disappointing and spending quality time alone, which I enjoy. I'm married, a mother (of a grown son), and have a fulfilling career. Yet, I keep thinking of Peggy Lee's song, "Is That All There Is?" -- L.K. Dear L.K, Thanks for submitting your question. When I cast the leaves for you, the image that came up was the forest, and it appeared at the far end of the cup. The forest (or the woods) is an image that relates to the untamed regions of the subconscious mind, the intuitive self, or the “shadow”self. When it appears in a reading, it serves as a messenger to let you know that it’s time to face what lurks in the woods. It’s an urging to embrace the unknown, to throw yourself into the void, and to welcome a reinvention of your essential self. In short, it’s time for a change, girl! When the forest appears in a reading, it’s usually telling you that you have reached a plateau in your spiritual life, where things may seem fine on the surface, yet you feel bored and unfulfilled. Life is a natural progression of peaks, plateaus, and valleys. Right now, you’re in the “flat”part. But as the energy of the woods beckons you, you’ll be tempted to go where the wild things are, where the untamed parts of yourself hang out. This will probably unfold over the next six months or so. Since the leaves were at the far end of the cup, this hints at timing being spread out over a longer period. In your daily life, I encourage you to seek stimulation and inspiration in healthy ways. This is a great time to try new things. Expose yourself to authors whose books you’ve never read before. Take a trip, even if it’s just a day trip by yourself, and soak up some vibes in an exciting setting. Check out social groups, arts clubs, meditation gatherings, or spiritually-oriented places and start connecting with people whose energy is progressive and creative. The emotional flatness that you’re feeling now is a sign that your soul needs to connect with the light again. This light may be translated for you in different ways, perhaps as the presence of a Higher Power, a reconnecting with the energy of your youth, or the process of tapping into creative inspiration. But, sometimes, before you can find those shafts of sunlight leading you on into the next adventure, you have to venture into the woods. At first, this process can seem a little scary. You can feel intimidated or nervous as you introduce new energies into your life. But, before long, you’ll realize that you are progressing to a higher level of joy and understanding, stepping more fully onto the path that your spirit needs you to follow. Best wishes to you on this exciting journey. –Lipstick Mystic
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