When I perform personal readings using the technique of Benevolent Divination, I analyze my cards and oracles in order to obtain a message that highlights a specific theme on which I can meditate throughout the day. This guidance was done with the Lenormand, divinatory oracle by Caitlin Matthews to help you visualize my way of working; I invite you to read the analysis of the cards and associations to assist you in your own readings.

The theme that stands out today relates to the acceptance of our emotions and how they help us evolve over time. If you wish, you can zoom in on the image of the drawing to observe the illustrations and make your own analysis; you can also perform your own drawing using the proposed theme as a source of inspiration.

 

 

THE GAME

When I perform a reading with the Lenormand, I draw between 3 and 9 cards, sometimes up to 18 cards to clarify the reading in depth. For this reading, I used the Lenormand by Caitlin Matthews published by Médicis, from which I selected 5 cards. I will start by analyzing the main line and then the column, to clearly bring out the guidance of the cards. I will begin by analyzing each card individually based on the illustrations provided and my intuition, in order to create a foundation on which I will rely to synthesize the message.

 

THE ANALYSIS OF THE LINE

• The first line consists of the mice, the lady, and the bear. In the context of this analysis, I will rely on the illustrations rather than the text provided in the booklet, you can do the same if you wish to make your own draw!
  -The first card represents a group of mice on a dark background: it is often analyzed as something small, hidden that multiplies quickly and is considered a nuisance, it is often associated with conscious or unconscious fears and with what gnaws at us from the inside. Depending on the associations, it can just as well be positive, we will see that further on!
  
  -The second card represents a young woman in a pink dress, holding a flower over her heart, in a natural open space, her head turned to the left side of the card: it is the card of femininity, welcoming, receptivity, and the sacred feminine. It can also be said that it is the card representing a consultant who identifies with the female gender identity, it can also represent you if you identify with the female gender.
  
  -The third card represents a bear standing on its hind legs in the middle of the forest, looking to the right side of the card. The bear is a dual-purpose card, which can represent a confining or protective energy; it also represents inner strength, the wild and animal energy that lies within each of us.
  
  "If we look at all these keywords and their meanings, here is what stands out: the fear of the unknown, the sweetness and hospitality, the strength of character. We could summarize the message as follows."

  

"Having fears is natural, it's part of life, the way I embrace these fears strengthens me in the long run. These fears may never disappear, but I am capable of learning to manage them better over time!"

 

 

THE ANALYSIS OF THE COLUMN

If you have the information you need in your draw, you can complete your analysis at the previous step; however, if you wish to go further, you can also add additional cards.

• The column consists of the fish, the lady, and the vessel.
  -The first card represents schooling fish, one of which comes to the forefront; this card represents financial abundance and the monetary flows that accompany it, often invisible beneath the surface, in classical analysis. I like to think that the fish also represent all the other currents of life: emotions, wants and desires, fate, and everything related to an individual's nature and their way of positioning themselves within a group.
  
  -The second card represents a young woman in a pink dress, holding a flower over her heart, in a natural open space, her head turned to the left side of the card: it is the card of femininity, hospitality, receptivity, and the sacred feminine. It can also be said that it is the card representing a consultant who identifies with the female gender identity, it may also represent you if you identify with the female gender.
  
  -The third card represents a ship with all sails out, launched in the conquest of the sea; it is a card of movement, acceleration, change. It also symbolizes the notion of travel, evolution, adventure, and exploration.
  
  "If we look at all these keywords and their meanings, here is what stands out: the fluidity of emotions, the acceptance of what one feels, the movement towards new horizons. We could summarize the message as follows."
  
  

"My emotions are natural and flow through me if I know how to welcome them without resisting, by allowing myself to be carried by this flow, I can enjoy the natural currents of life that lead me exactly where I need to be without forcing."

 

SYNTHESIS

Now that the draw has been made, I will be able to summarize the previous analyses, simplifying the message to resonate more with my feelings. A theme is already emerging: that of fluidity, lightness, flexibility, and acceptance. It is very clear that our emotions here, whether positive or negative, help us move forward on our path of evolution, even if we do not understand how or do not see their immediate impact on our lives.Here is the summary with which I conclude this draw:

"By changing my perspective on my emotions and welcoming them with curiosity and gentleness, I allow myself to receive the subtle messages of my intuition, which naturally guides me towards love, self-acceptance, and kindness."

The more I accept facing my fears and discomfort with flexibility, the more I get used to living through difficult situations while respecting myself, the less I fear being overwhelmed by my emotions during these situations, the better I manage my life.

 

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NOTE: This view of divination was developed after years of research and personal reflection on the subject; it does not seek to replace established concepts, but rather to open up reflection and discussion. If you have thoughts on this topic, please leave a comment below or use a contact form.