Five of Pentacles

Welcome to season 7 of the podcast, where I am talking all about the Suit of Pentacles. What we explore in this episode: The Five of Pentacles as a symbolic turning point on the journey of growth How this card brings up feelings of lack, loneliness, financial anxiety, and scarcity Symbolism across decks, including spirals, shriveled plants, and downward glances Why poverty consciousness is about more than money—it is also about self-worth Ways to begin reconnecting with value, belonging, and internal safety Decks Referenced: The Goddess of Love Tarot Deck: A Book and Deck for Embodying The Erotic Divine Feminine by Gabriela Herstik and illustrated by Julia Popescu Therapists Who Tarot Deck, Prompts by Dreya Blume and Images by Rebecca Bloom The Sasuraibito Tarot deck by Stasia Burrington In this episode, we sit with the raw, tender truths of the Five of Pentacles. This card speaks to experiences of loss, hardship, and feeling left out in the cold, both literally and metaphorically. It is a card that reveals our vulnerability and our deepest fears about not being enough. We explore imagery across several decks, from spiraling patterns symbolizing interconnected loss to shriveled plants representing life pulling back during hard seasons. This card asks us to sit with our discomfort, to acknowledge our needs, and to resist the urge to retreat into shame or self-judgment. The Five of Pentacles doesn’t sugarcoat the ache. But it also offers a powerful reminder: even in the middle of the storm, we are not alone. There are ways forward. It calls us to acknowledge our needs with compassion, recognize when we’re seeking validation from others, and start building a more secure connection to ourselves from the inside out. Check out my other seasons! Season 1- Tarot basics Seasons 2&3- Major Arcana and 4 suits Season 4- Tarot in Pop Culture Season 5- Tarot Spreads Season 6- Suit of Wands Today's Tarot Pull: Today’s card came from The Citadel: A Fantasy Oracle by Fen Inkwright and was The Botanist, which explores themes of parenthood, reparenting, and stepping into adult-to-adult relationships. The Botanist (reversed) encourages us to let go of old dynamics, especially the ones where we wait for someone else to affirm our worth or offer safety. Instead, it asks us to cultivate trust in ourselves. In the context of the Five of Pentacles, this means moving from survival mode into deeper, rooted self-belief. This card reminds us that we are allowed to outgrow people, patterns, and beliefs that no longer serve us, even if that means confronting uncomfortable truths about how we’ve been taught to measure our value. Reflective prompts on this card: Where are you feeling lack in your life right now—emotionally, financially, or energetically? What old beliefs are keeping you in a loop of scarcity or self-doubt? Are you waiting for someone else to affirm your worth or give you permission to thrive? What would it look like to create your own sense of internal safety and security? What small acts of reparenting can you offer yourself today? Ways to Connect & Support Patreon: For hangouts, tarot Q&As, readings, and behind-the-scenes peeks, join the Every Day Tarot Patreon family. Newsletter: Get my FREE 2025 5-Card Tarot Spread PDF + musings, event invites, and magic straight to your inbox. Let’s Talk Tarot Meetup: Local to the Greater Puget Sound area? Join me Monday, May 12th from 4:45-7pm at the Sumner Library for a Potluck and crafting Tarot Cards. I’ll bring all the supplies and we’ll talk tarot and craft together. Sign up! Support the Podcast: If you love the show, the best way to support it is by listening daily, leaving a review, and subscribing or following in your favorite podcast app. Book a Consultation: I’m a sex & relationships therapist working virtually across Washington. I specialize in helping queer, kinky, polyamorous, and witchy folks navigate anxiety, chronic illness, communication, and identity work camilleasaunders.com