Aspire Magazine: Inspiration for a Woman's Soul.(TM) April/May 2020 Aspire Magazine FULL Issue | Page 42

confident, energetic leader she is the show- stopping queen of action who might sing, dance, start a protest or practice magic as a vehicle to instigate change. HOW TO START WORKING WITH THE TAROT QUEENS The Queen of Cups is blessed with the qualities of mindfulness, emotional intelligence and compassion. Known for her sensitivity, keen intuition and ability to go with the flow, she brings warmth and the energy of nurturing to all she does. First, get yourself a tarot deck and a journal. I recommend using the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot or a deck based on the work or Arthur Edward Waite and Pamela Colman Smith. This includes a wide variety of decks. The Queen of Cups is connected to the Water signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Overseeing the world of emotions, feelings and intuition, she may access transformation in her life and the lives of others through meditation, dream work, practicing healing arts or using her psychic abilities. There are several ways to choose. You could look at the cards and determine which image you like the best. You could review the descriptions of each queen and decide which seems most like you. You could choose the queen that represents your zodiac sign element or the queen who embodies the qualities you want to bring into your life. The Queen of Pentacles is the creatrix of prosperity and security. Known for her practical ability to methodically bring all of her dreams into reality, she easily balances savoring the pleasures of today while keeping an eye on the future. The Queen of Pentacles is connected to the Earth signs of Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn. Managing the realm of beauty, pleasure and financial security, she easily manifests wealth and abundance and could perhaps use her business acumen and financial resources serving on the board of a charitable organization or protecting wildlife and our planet. 42 www.AspireMAG.net | April / May 2020 HOW TO CHOOSE WHICH QUEEN TO START WITH If you want to truly leave it up to divine inspiration, you could try this daily activity that I call the “Queen for The Day” reading. 1. Remove the 4 Tarot Queens from your deck. 2. Shuffle them until you feel ready. 3. Then choose one card at random. This is your “Queen for The Day” card. 4. Record your first impression of your “Queen for The Day” card in your journal. 5. Relax and go about your day.