The purpose of Zen is not to become people who don’t think, but to think only what we need to; not to be lost in unnecessary thoughts, but to see what is most necessary right now.
—Shodo Harada Roshi
Sunday, April 26, 2020
Focused Attention
This week I'll be using the Llewellyn Tarot, created by Anna-Marie Ferguson and published by Llewellyn. I'll also be using the Beasts of Albion, an oracle deck created by Miranda Gray and published by Aquarian. Today's draws are the Three of Pentacles and Crane:
This craftswoman, skilled with needle and thread, has a reputation for the quality of her work. Though her talent is well-known, she is content to enjoy each task she takes on rather than shine in the limelight. The Crane represents the need for patience and inner stillness in order to keep one's temperament calm and at ease. A wonderful channel for excessive emotional energy is to find a craft or active hobby that one enjoys; mindfulness can be practiced in a multitude of ways. Perhaps her focused attention is what has perfected this woman's skills.
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my favorite card from all the decks that have crossed my path over the years, and that crane...that's a deck bag :)
ReplyDeleteIt is one of my favorites as well. She looks so peaceful and content with her work.
DeleteThat crane bag does look like it was made for decks!
That craftswoman has found her place. Lucky gal
ReplyDeleteShe has, though with time she may have to adapt and find another.
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