Meaningful Change

 

Sometimes we think everything needs to change because it's easier than accepting that we need to change, and then doing something about it. ~Lori Deschene

The Seven of Cups suggests frustration and the emotional intoxication that results. Wishful thinking and self-delusion might help us escape reality for a short time, but eventually our illusory bubble will burst. To borrow a teaching from Shantideva, when we attempt to walk barefoot and sharp rocks hurt our feet, we become insulted. Yet isn't it easier to put on a pair of shoes than demand the earth be wrapped in leather? The Father card represents Joseph who took care of Jesus as a child. He represents the ability to be selfless and to do the work that must be done without the hope of reward or fear of punishment. When the focus of blame and grievance transforms into accountability for ourselves, we can create meaningful change.