I love winter. I know it might be an unpopular opinion, but I love the cold. I love the dark. I love the lack of pressure to go out into the world and DO things. In Toronto this year, we had a very cold and very snowy winter. It was like the winters I remember from my childhood. It was amazing (though I’m sure some people would definitely disagree with me lol).
There were mountains of snow everywhere. The cold never really let up so there was no big midwinter melt and it gave a real feeling of burrowing down and getting cozy for the season. The snow also made it harder to move around, which was definitely a pain. My car was locked in an icy snow bank for a couple of weeks and I had to walk everywhere. However, I feel like all this snow had the same effect as a weighted blanket: forcing us to slow down and get some deeply needed rest. When we did manage to get outside there was a kind of joy and wonder about the whole situation. “Yay! We made it outside! Holy COW! Can you believe this SNOW? This is what a real winter should look like.” Etc. Even the most curmudgeonly of winter haters would had to agree that the neighbourhoods looked beautiful with their houses and trees frosted with snow.
As the winter finally melts away, it’s time to plant new seeds.
Now spring is finally arriving and I don’t have my usual melancholy that comes with winter’s end. I feel truly rested and ready for something fresh and new. But it’s not quite spring yet. The Spring Equinox is not for another week and we are still waiting for all the snow and ice to melt. All of the flowing melt water (and spring rains) gives the feeling like something is being washed away. The Lunar Eclipse we had on March 14th also had a deeply cleansing effect. Did you feel it?
When you read poetry about spring, it usually refers to the blooming blossoms and new life emerging. However, before we get to green grass and flowers we are obliged to go through a much less dainty period of muck. All of that ice and snow was holding on to a lot of crap (especially if you live in the city) and as it melts we have to deal with what is released. That’s kind of how the Lunar Eclipse felt for me. A lot of crap coming up… but then being washed away. It’s an ongoing process. However, the closer we get to spring the lighter everything is starting to feel.
Seems like a good time for a fresh new tarot spread…
At the Tarot Club meeting on March 4th, I asked the group what we wanted to work on in our readings. We came up with a lot of great ideas and distilled it down into this 3-Card Spread:
This card can be used to represent everything that is being revealed and released. Some examples could be:
things that need to be released
things that are ending
things that are being transformed
After the snow melts, all kinds of new life and energy burst to the surface. This card represents what the energies, ideas, and actions that are emerging.
What is coming to the surface
new inspiration and ideas
new opportunities
epiphanies
new encounters
This card could represent anything new that we want to grow. Like seeds we plant in a garden, some take longer to germinate than others, so this card could represent what is already growing or something that wants to get started.
new ideas
new dreams
new projects
new relationships
new version of our self
This spread would be great to incorporate into any Spring Equinox ritual you might want to create or you can use it at any time of year. You can of course modify this spread to suit your own needs. If you try it out, let me know how it goes!
With love and blessings,
xo - Diana / Neon Dreamer
Want to join Tarot Club? We meet up the first Tuesday of every month in the west end of Toronto. Our next hang is Tuesday April 1st. All levels welcome! I’d love to see you there
Stay tuned for more information about the new healing practices, or email me at contact@neondreamer.com
Be sure to watch your sun, moon, and rising sign Tarotscopes to get the full picture of your week ahead.
Also, I’m doing video tarotscopes again this month. I recommend getting the Substack app for the best viewing experience
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The Cards were pretty clear — we must choose Light if we are going to survive in dark times. We can still fight for what we believe in, but we need to maintain our sense of compassion and humanity. It’s a delicate balance. Do you have what it takes to fight for a Future of Light?
What seeds are you planting this spring, Aries? What do you want to grow? Who do you want to become?
After a long rest this winter it’s time for you to get up and go get what you want. But first you have to figure out what it is you really want.
Are you ready to commit to your next big adventure, Gemini? Spring is here and it is time to set sail!
Dearest Cancer, the Universe wants to grant you your wishes, but you have to have the courage to ask. Your dreams are waiting to come true. Are you ready for this new future?
You sometimes have to walk away from what isn’t enough for you so you can find that something more. If you’re looking for a sign to take the leap, this is it!
Sometimes all you can do is wait while the Universe works its magic. What seeds will you plant in the meantime, Virgo?
How do you keep the peace while keeping your own needs met? There is a way, but it requires a fine balance ⚖️
It’s time to stop avoiding your destiny and just say Yes to what the Universe is offering you.
It can be hard to make decisions knowing you can’t make everyone happy. However, if you follow your heart the right path will be illuminated by the light of your love. xo.
A new beginning will bring the fresh energy and inspiration you need to light up your life. 💡
How can you more deeply experience pleasure, Aquarius? There are so many beautiful things in your life just waiting for you to enjoy them.
Don’t let doubt or fear hold you back, Pisces. Being yourself is more than enough.
Ps. My good friend and yoga teacher Taranee Ponjani is hosting an exciting movement retreat in Costa Rica March 28-April 2, 2025. She’s offering a $500USD discount off the regular rate to all of my subscribers!!
The Ripple Effect: Movement and Mindfulness Camp, nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s pristine landscapes. This retreat offers you a transformative journey through a diverse set of movement practices, mindfulness activities, and community connections. You will leave enriched with new friendships, a deeper harmony with nature, and tools to integrate these experiences into daily life.
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