Divinations

Today I was joined in conversation with Mariana Louis to discuss her new book, Tarot and the Psychology of the Soul , as well as themes of individuation woven through out the Major Arcana. Listen in as we explore the marrying of Jungian thought and the tarot :) Mariana’s new book comes out next year and is available for pre-order! Connect with Mariana: * Subscribe to her Substack Living the Questi...

Welcome to The Psychology of Tarot series, a Jungian reimagining of the cards as pathways into the psyche. Each episode draws on a key psychological concept and archetypal themes to offer insights that deepen both inner work and your tarot practice. The IX of Swords is not a card most of us greet with enthusiasm. Its nightmarish image reflects the hauntings that stalk us in the darkness, the sleep...

Welcome to The Psychology of Tarot , a series that offers a Jungian reimagining of the cards as pathways into the psyche. Each episode draws on a key psychological concept and archetypal themes to offer insights that deepen both inner work and your tarot practice. The Ace of Cups is usually read as a new depth of feeling and emotional resonance, a renewal of the heart bringing love, connection and...

Welcome to The Psychology of Tarot , a series that offers a Jungian reimagining of the cards as pathways into the psyche. Each episode draws on a key psychological concept and archetypal themes to offer insights that deepen both inner work and your tarot practice. Today, I’m exploring the relationship between The Hermit and the Senex-et-Puer , drawing from James Hillman’s theory that these two fig...

Back in 2021, Chris Gabriel and I joined together (along with Arran Rogerson & Matthew K Johnson ) in the Dialectical Tarot series, an exploration of the tarot from the perspectives of Rider Waite Smith, Thoth and Marseilles. Today we went live in a similar spirit, exploring The Moon card, its relationship to the unconscious, and its esoteric mysteries. Some themes we explored: * The classic symbo...

Welcome to The Psychology of Tarot , a series that offers a Jungian reimagining of the cards as pathways into the psyche. Each episode draws on a key psychological concept and archetypal themes to offer insights that deepen both inner work and your tarot practice. Today I’m exploring the relationship between The Moon and the unconscious . Often associated with the chthonic underworld, dream-like s...

Alchemy’s metaphorical language and concrete practices offer a way to re-imagine inner life and the process of psychological growth. Its arcane symbols, various stages and operations, and mysterious hermetic philosophies invite us to stand between the worlds of spirit and matter, to bridge conscious and unconscious. In this episode, I introduce the Jungian and Archetypal psychology foundations tha...

Welcome to The Psychology of Tarot , a series that offers a Jungian reimagining of the cards as pathways into the psyche. Each episode draws on a key psychological concept and archetypal themes to offer insights that deepen both inner work and your tarot practice. Today, I’m exploring the relationship between the VII of Cups and projection . This card, rich with images of fantasy, desire, fear, an...

In mythology, the descent to the underworld is often seen as the most harrowing part of the journey, an ordeal that strips away old identities, attachments, and ways of seeing the world. Psychologically, this mirrors periods of crisis, overwhelm and encounters with the unconscious. However, the ascent is often the greater challenge. To rise again, one must integrate what was revealed in the depths...

Today I am excited to welcome back Chelsey Pippin Mizzi for a discussion of her book, Tarot for Creativity , which approaches the classic 78 cards of the Tarot as a powerful tool to tap into your imagination, overcome blocks, and deepen your relationship with your art. In the conversation, we explore: * What inspired Chelsey’s approach to the cards * How we can tap into the creative energy of life...

In celebration of the upcoming Dreamwork Foundations program, I am sharing a pivotal dream that I had in the midst of creative burnout two years ago. I had been contemplating abandoning my work, unsure if I could continue, but a seemingly simple dream arrived that changed my point of view. Listen in for the full dream, my interpretation and experience of it through a Jungian and Archetypal psychol...

In this divination I utilize the Odyssean Tarot , a deck based on the stories and figures of Greek Mythology, to explore inquiries submitted from members of the Artemisian. Through out the readings, I draw upon mythic symbolism and narratives to amplify the traditional tarot meanings for insight and guidance. Reading #1 * Question: I’m in a life transition between working as a self-employed person...

Today I am joined in conversation with astrologer Cristina Farella who runs Eighth House Astrology and is co-host of the Soror Mystica podcast. Cristina and I have been weaving a discussion on the symbolic themes of the labyrinth myth since she first posted about it on her Substack. In today’s episode, we journey deeper into the archetypal threads, exploring Cristina’s recurring series of airport...

Arran Rogerson (who writes The Torch here on Substack) joins me in conversation to celebrate the launch of our co-authored Alchemical Inner Work Guidebook. Arran and I have been creative partners for years, most notably in our podcast, the Golden Shadow . Although it has been on hiatus for sometime, our partnership continues behind the scenes. As the logos to my mythos, Arran’s perspective, struct...

In this divination I utilize the tarot deck Terra Volatile to explore inquires submitted from readers. I draw each card from a fifth suit unique to this deck, the Vessels , an alchemical inspired set of cards that focus on the elemental quintessence. In the readings, I reference alchemical symbolism from the manuscript Splendor Solis alongside traditional tarot interpretations for insight and guid...

In this divination I demonstrate the technique of Alchemical Inner Work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theartemisian.com/subscribe

Today I am joined in conversation with Chelsey Pippin Mizzi , writer of The Shuffle , a Substack that explores the intersection of spirituality and creativity. She’s also the author of two books:  The Tarot Spreads Yearbook and the forthcoming  Tarot for Creativity . Last month, Chelsey wrote a thought-provoking article on the shadow artist , a concept from Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way . While...

In this divination I explore the significance of dreams that follow intense days, when emotions are running high. Whether it is a fight with a loved one or the rush of excitement of a first date, these heightened states tend to excite unconscious material, resulting in dreams that resonate with greater depth and potential insight. In the recording, I reflect on my own dream following a heavy analy...

In this divination I weave the themes and symbolism of the 2 of Pentacles with a technique called pendulation from Somatic Experiencing therapy. This is inspired by a recent period where I felt ungrounded, prompting me to seek insight in a tarot reading. I drew the 2 of Pentacles which, for me, emphasized the need for balance, movement, and adaptability in the material realm. Following this thread...

In this divination I recount a profound experience I had while backpacking through Yosemite National Park. Half-asleep, I found myself in the midst of a near full moon that illuminated my surroundings with a haunting beauty and intensity. Inspired by this memory, I trace the archetypal landscape of lunar consciousness from the Moon tarot card to the alchemical stage of the albedo. Here are the 3 q...

Today I am joined in conversation with Maria Nazdravan to discuss our upcoming event, The Shadow in Dreams . Maria runs a community for dreamwork where each month, participants attend thematic workshops, practice circles, and more. I’ll be guiding the class through a lecture and discussion on the nature of the shadow and how it typically manifests in dreams. We’ll learn how to identify and work wi...

In this divination I do 3 readings with the 16th century Le Minchiate tarot deck, demonstrating how the cards can be used for guidance with an archetypal approach. Reading #1 * Question: What will move me towards my life purpose? * Card drawn: Le Trombe ( The Trumpets/Judgement ) Reading #2 * Question: How can I connect in a deeper way to the other? * Card drawn: La Prudenza ( Prudence ) Reading #...

In this divination I do 3 tarot readings, demonstrating how the cards can be used for guidance with an archetypal approach. Here is the quote I read from von Franz’s book: “Very accurate thinkers get irritated with oracle techniques because they are so indefinite. Naturally anything can be read into them, and because it is all so vague, foolish superstitious people always see a connection and afte...

In this divination I walk through various reader submitted dream images, providing archetypal insights and tips for working with the images of the unconscious. Included: * The significance of recurring themes and images in dreams. * How to approach analysis and interpretation. * Questions to facilitate deeper engagement with dreams and their meaning. * Insights on dream symbols: * The ocean, sacre...

In this divination I do a tarot reading for one of my patrons. The reading, including prompts and cards drawn: * Where do I find my strength? King of Cups (reversed) * What is in shadow? The Magician * Practical steps to move forward: 4 of Pentacles Thanks for reading The Artemisian! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss thi...