Your Week Ahead: December 2 to 8, 2024 – Attuned To Our Will

How do we know if we’re doing a good job and progressing in life? We can push through what may seem like drudgery, but I’d say there are two factors in determining this answer. First, we should have some ability to see the larger picture about how some of the smaller pieces in the puzzle fit. We may not always know where we are going but we can sense some of the steps ahead. Second, we should feel reasonably good about ourselves either about what we are actually doing, or about being satisfied with those smaller steps.

Seven, eight, four. Up, further in, a bit down. Challenge, Pride, Doubt. This week’s reading is taking us along to help us be okay with progress that is slower and perhaps, unsure. When I see the 7 of Wands, I see someone rising up to the occasion and bolstering their confidence by believing in themselves and their abilities.

Stand tall and assume a posture that is larger. If you have a board meeting, for example, and you have to make a presentation, go to the washroom or outside if you can and extend your arms above you. These are called power poses. Legs apart, arms up, see yourself as the dominant ape, the Alpha in the pack and you’ll be surprised how it affects your energy.

This is not about learning to dominate others, it’s about taking up physical space and circulating one’s energy so that it doesn’t feel contracted. One’s personal gravity changes and things start being affected around you. Have you ever sat next to a person who sits relaxed with both their hands resting on the top of their head? Notice it next time. You just might find yourself shrinking under them.

I’ve tested this too. Once, I simply got up and left the room. Another time, I assumed the exact same posture. In both situations, the other person put their hands down. I wasn’t being confrontational, I was simply observing how power poses work to communicate our energy. Some people are not very good at it and they collapse in on themselves because of insecurity or lack of self-confidence, or being very very shy. Introverts really need to work on themselves in this area I feel, along with managing personal boundaries.

Power poses not only communicate energy to others, they create a space for self-leadership and self-awareness. This is how we step up in number from a seven to an eight and fill in this space with our own voice and vision. When we see what we want to create and have the space to do it, we are attuned to our will. The flow of energy follows and we produce something valuable for others to see. After all, Production and Value are key words for the suit of pentacles.

It’s not about proving anything, forcing your will upon those around you, or confronting anything or anyone. It is the movement of energy from one level to another and we are playing a key role in that process. But such a shift can create doubts, as if we are in new territory all of a sudden. We may be recognized and praised for our efforts yet we may not feel ready.

Alternatively, we may not get noticed for our efforts and quality of work. We may feel like, what’s the point? Our emotions play a role in our work because they connect us to the continued flow of inspiration. The cup that is presented to us in the 4 of Cups says, “keep going!”

It is a time of emotional rest and adjustment. Not letting doubts close us off to appreciating ourselves and our gifts is important. Relax the diaphragm, breathe, and look at the cup being offered to you. Drink from the chalice of divine grace and let it open your heart. Let it warm your solar plexus and ease your tension. All is well. Good work. You’ve got the power of the universe behind you. Let it show you the next step. My guess is that you are more than ready.

Affirmation: I enjoy creating, feeling inspired about my life, and stepping into the centre of my energy. I love knowing that everything is perfectly aligned for my well-being. I operate from self-belief. I AM.

Thanks for reading, and I wish you a wonderful week!

Daniel Palmo

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