“By the Grace of God, You’ll Get There”

It serves us well for the last reading of 2022 to see the New Moon card here signifying renewal. A time when you can regain the strength needed to clear all that is old & tired and welcome the emergence of something new. This is a very good time to implement plans. The energy of the New Moon fully supports you “going your own way”, pursuing your own form of happiness. A new life path full of potential & with a deeper spiritual meaning illustrated by The Fool. There may be an inexplicable inner push to take sudden action or a forced redirection as a result of external uncontrollable forces. Either way, these are dramatic changes that test your will since you are unsure of how you’ll get to this new phase of life.  It can be a painful realization that the path one has set out on is not the path that one is meant to be on and a change in direction is needed. Such disappointment, however, is a necessary first step in achieving change. It’s through pain a new life is birthed albeit paved with occasional obstacles. To fully appreciate this fresh slate, you must let go of the past. It’s only through the destruction of certain psychological aspects, emotional blocks, & ties to the past can one move forward. Keep in mind that for positive changes to occur, many things that exist now must be destroyed. Often its fear of the messiness of destruction or grief over the loss of the familiar that prevents future growth & the fulfilling of your potential. Mannaz is the rune of intellect, logic & reason so be analytical & assertive to overcome any obstacles that you may encounter. This intelligence consists of not only technical abilities but also the awareness we inherently possess. This is the knowledge gathered through interactive experiences held within our soul’s memory. Both will be needed to navigate these new waters. However, as the Fool suggests it’s impossible to know everything when starting a new experience. A minor seemingly insignificant choice could have consequences to last a lifetime.  Understand how your actions may affect all things & consider the kind of help you’ll need from others to make it a reality. Because at this point in the process, you don’t know enough yet to prevent you from potentially landing on your face. Have the wherewithal to appreciate when you’re in over your head & need the wise guiding advice of one who’s gone before you in matters such as these.  Continue striving for improvement, because you will be rewarded for your effort.