Episode 54: Birthing Diamonds

http://patreon.com/deansagemediaThe reading begins with the intersection of Svadisthana (instinct/sensation) and Vishuda (expression/communication). This combination delivers a powerful message urging positive self-expression: "Gush your brilliance. Brag in your journal. Belly laugh every day. Express something positive". This "little voice" guidance serves as a reminder to be honest about your inherent goodness, even if you can only write it down in a private journal. The central philosophical underpinning introduced is that you speak your existence into being, as what you say informs what you believe, which dictates what you perceive, and ultimately, perception is what is real. This focus on positive self-talk establishes the foundation for meeting subsequent life challenges with better footing.The reading then shifts to the inevitability of change with Tarot Major Arcana Number 10, The Wheel of Fortune. This card highlights that both good times and bad times will change, prompting gratitude during highs and optimism during lows. Coupled with the first card’s theme of perception, this pairing emphasizes the intersection of action (solar plexus) and perception (third eye). The crucial insight is that if a situation remains unchanged for a long time, it is due to a stagnant perception, and reality can only change when you shift the way you perceive it. This implies the listener holds responsibility for changing their reality, though it must be genuine growth and not delusion.The metaphorical core of the episode, and its title, is derived from the third card—Earth on Earth (I am on I am)—which centers on identity and stability. Its haiku states: "Me, life's vase, birthing diamonds". This metaphor illustrates that the pressures of life crush memories and experiences down into gemstones, meaning that the ups and downs—the cycles of creation, destruction, and recreation—are necessary for forming these diamonds. This cycle of opportunity is reinforced by the next card, the Five of Seeds, which is the Five of Pentacles in the Tarot. This card affirms that "The door to your storehouse is not truly locked," confirming that abundance is accessible if you create and take opportunities. The reading concludes with a profession card urging action: "I profess that I do that which I claim and that which I advise". Ultimately, this full reading serves as a holistic reminder that your hopes, ideas, and intentions do not truly exist until you act on them, bridging the gap between positive inner vision and outward manifestation.