First, The Basics

From the Gaian Tarot, the Eight of Earth (Pentacles); from the Goddess Oracle, Ix Chel:

In learning you will teach, and in teaching you will learn.

― Phil Collins

A father mentors his daughter in the art of drumming, teaching her tempo and rhythm. But be assured that he is learning as much as she is. Teach a class or lead a discussion and any notes we made will soon be forgotten by the constant barrage of questions and discourse. Once there's an interest, we'll find that we learn as much as the students as we uncover more techniques and information. Ix chel, the Mayan moon goddess, is associated with creativity; her upturned jar constantly pours out the waters of inspiration and innovation. However, what allows our creativity to flourish is learning the fundamental skills first. Then we have a foundation to build on as we experiment and try out new ideas.