Make it Conscious - Inner Work Exercises

The Lovers card represents intellect, communication, harmony, and the ability to bring together different elements in a cooperative and innovative manner. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to help you explore the energy of the Lovers card and gain insights into your inner world, particularly in areas related to mental processes, communication, and synthesis. Remember that whatever y...

The Sage archetype represents wisdom, knowledge, and introspection. It is often associated with a deep understanding of life's mysteries and the ability to guide others on their spiritual and personal growth journeys. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to help you connect with the energy of the Sage archetype, integrating its wisdom and insights into your own life. Remember that...

The Nine of Swords represents fear, anxiety, and worry, often related to negative thoughts and beliefs that create a sense of hopelessness or despair. However, it can also represent revelation, spiritual awakening, and the ending of immaturity. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to help you gain insight and transform through the challenges of the Nine of Swords, particularly in areas...

The Gemini zodiac sign is associated with duality, communication and adaptability. Gemini is an air sign, symbolising curiosity and mental agility. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to connect with the energy of Gemini, allowing you to gain insights and expand your understanding of duality and communication in your life. Remember that whatever you experience during this exercise is...

Emotional Integration is a cornerstone of personal transformation, shadow work and the attainment of self-knowledge. Swiss psychologist Carl Jung once said “There can be no transforming of darkness into light and of apathy into movement without emotion.” In this Emotional Integration exercise, we will be voluntarily engaging with an emotional trigger. We will bring this feeling to mind, experienci...

The Animus is the archetype of the masculine principle that exists in every human being. It represents our model of man and is based in both our personal and collective human experience. The Animus is more unconscious in women by default, however every human being has an Animus, relates to Animus and has an archetype and a concept for what man and masculine are. So everyone can benefit from doing...

The Eight of Swords represents a mental state of feeling trapped and restricted, often due to self-imposed limitations, fear, or negative thinking. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to help you break free from this pattern and gain insights into your inner world. By confronting and transforming these limiting thoughts, you can cultivate greater of self-awareness, strength, and clari...

The unconscious mind is a vast and complex realm that contains our deepest stored emotions, thoughts, and memories, that are hidden and inaccessible to our daily consciousness. Exploring this inner world can provide valuable insights into our psyche, allowing us to connect with our authentic selves and uncover hidden aspects of our personality. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to j...

Taurus, the fixed earth sign, ruled by Venus, embodies stability, groundedness, and a deep appreciation for the material and sensory world. It represents steadfastness, pleasure, and the desire for security. In this active imagination exercise, we will connect with the energy of Taurus, aiming to better understand our relationship with patience, indulgence, and building foundations that offer comf...

The Seven of Disks represents patience, perseverance, and the potential for growth and reward after a period of hard work. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to help you integrate the wisdom of the Seven of Disks and gain insights into your inner world, particularly in areas related to long-term planning, patience, and determination. The Seven of Disks is associated with the third de...

The shadow is the unconscious realm of the psyche that contains parts of ourselves that we repress, deny, or hide from others. It can consist of traits, as well as accompanying emotions, beliefs, and desires. It is often made up of the parts of ourselves that we do not like, or are afraid to acknowledge. In this exercise, we will explore our shadow material by bringing to mind a person whom we fin...

The Anima is the archetype of the feminine principle, which exists in every human being. It represents our model of women and is based in both personal experience and rooted in our collective experiences of the feminine and of woman going back hundreds of thousands of years if not longer. The Anima is naturally more unconscious in men, as a matter of definition, whereas for women it would be the A...

The Six of Disks or Pentacles represents payoff, rewards from business or enterprise, flourishing periods, and sound investments. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to help you integrate the wisdom of the Six of Disks and gain insights into your inner world, particularly in areas related to success, financial management, and gratitude. The Six of Disks is associated with the second d...

The Hierophant is a symbol of spiritual guidance, mentorship, and the pursuit of knowledge. It represents the wisdom of tradition, the power of institutions, the importance of structure and order in our lives, as well as the connection between spiritual principles and everyday living. In this exercise inspired by the Hierophant tarot card, we will use active imagination to help you integrate the w...

The Shadow can be thought of as the unconscious realm of the psyche that contains all the material that we find difficult to confront within ourselves. This can include traits, behaviours. However it can also include beliefs, desires, archetypes and most certainly emotions or feelings. This uncomfortable, unrecognised material often plays out in real world situations which, through the conflicts t...

The Five of Disks or Pentacles represents a time of hardship, loss, and insecurity. However, it also carries the wisdom of resilience, determination, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. In this exercise, we will use active imagination to help you integrate the wisdom of the Five of Disks and gain insights into your inner world. The Five of Disks is associated with the first de...

The Warrior archetype represents courage, strength, discipline, and the ability to confront challenges head-on. It's the force within us that drives us to stand up for our beliefs, protect those we care about, and confidently face life's challenges. In this exercise, we’ll connect more deeply with our inner Warrior and cultivate its healthy attributes within ourselves. Remember that whatev...

The Emperor is a symbol of authority, stability and leadership. He represents the ability to govern with strength and wisdom, to create structure and order in the world, and to take control of one's own life. In this exercise inspired by the Emperor tarot card, we will use active imagination to help you integrate the wisdom of The Emperor into your life, empowering you to tap into your own per...

The Four of Wands is a card of accomplishment, completion, and harmonious conclusion. It represents the culmination of a phase, the rewards of hard work, and the enjoyment of a job well done. It also represents a time of relaxation and rejuvenation. In this exercise, we will be using active imagination to help you integrate the wisdom of the Four of Wands and celebrate your own accomplishments. Th...

Aries symbolises the beginning of the astrological year, embodying energy, courage, and the spirit of initiation. As the cardinal fire sign, it represents the raw force of life, pushing us to act and assert ourselves in the world. This sign challenges us to embrace our individuality and the power of our actions, urging us to lead with confidence and assertiveness. Like with all signs, Aries can br...

The Empress archetype embodies our nurturing, creative, abundant, and loving qualities, representing our potential for growth, vitality, empathy, compassion, and sensuality. Associated with the planet Venus, The Empress also represents the beauty and harmony in our relationships with others and the natural world. Connecting with The Empress can help us tap into these qualities and cultivate more l...

The Trickster is a powerful and mischievous figure in mythology and psychology, embodying the part of ourselves that challenges convention, questions authority, and is unafraid to take risks and try new things. Through encountering the Trickster, we can confront our own contradictions and gain insight into the mysteries of our minds. During this exercise, you will have an encounter with the Tricks...

The Three of Wands is a card that represents progress, expansion and a sense of anticipation for what is to come. It encourages you to take a step forward, to explore new possibilities, to have faith in your vision and to take action towards achieving your goals. In this exercise, we're going to be using Active Imagination to integrate the wisdom of the Three of Wands card. The Three of Wands...

The High Priestess embodies the deep, often unseen layers of our psyche, symbolising the archetypal feminine and our encounters with mystery. This card invites us to look beyond the surface, to the intuition and wisdom that resides in the quiet spaces of our minds. As the second card of the Major Arcana, the High Priestess encourages us to tap into our hidden knowledge, the truths we didn’t know t...

The Magician is a representation of will, skill, and the harnessing of available resources to manifest intentions. As card number one in the Major Arcana, it symbolises the pure, pioneering spirit required to bring about tangible results. Associated with Mercury, this card also emphasises intellect, agility, and creative or technical prowess. In this active imagination exercise, we will engage wit...