Stars and Shuffles

Ever heard the term "shadow work" and just nodded along, hoping no one would ask you what it means? Same. This week, we're finally diving deep — and we brought the perfect guide.We sat down with Tina Todaro, owner of Sacred Journey crystal shop in Watauga, Texas, to unpack everything shadow work actually is (hint: it's way more than journaling prompts). Tina breaks down what your "shadow" really is, why ignoring it leads to self-sabotage, and how your relationships are literally a mirror of your inner world. We also get into toxic positivity, anger, inner child healing, and why accepting your shadow might just be the most radical thing you can do for yourself.We cover:What shadow work actually is — and what it isn'tWhy your shadow holds your biggest untapped potentialHow to start if you've never done any inner work beforeJournaling, shamanic journeys, and oracle decks as tools for shadow workWhich astrology placements feel shadow work the most (👀 Scorpio, we see you)Whether shadow work replaces therapy — spoiler: it doesn'tWhether you're shadow-work-curious or you've been avoiding this conversation for years, this episode is your sign to start. No pressure, just some curious companions stumbling through it together.Connect with Tina: Find Sacred Journey in Watauga, Texas, and check out her monthly Shadow Work classes — held the second Friday of every month.https://sacredjourney111.com/Stars and Shuffles is astrology, tarot, and all things metaphysical — for beginners, by beginners.

This episode we continue our discussion on how we give and receive love. We deep dive into the second half of the zodiac signs , from diplomatic Libra to dreamy Pisces. We also cover the second half of the common tarot cards found in love readings.

In this opening episode, we bridge the gap between the stars and the deck to explore how we give and receive love. We’re deep-diving into the first half of the zodiac, from the fiery pursuit of Venus in Aries to the quiet, devoted service of Venus in Virgo.Whether you’re a "love at first sight" believer or a "let’s see your five-year plan" romantic, we’ll analyze how your Venusian placement dictates your relationship needs and which Tarot archetypes show up when that energy is in full bloom.

In this episode, Selena goes over what astrological energy January through June bring in 2026 for Aries Risings.

Ever wonder how a casual interest in zodiac signs turns into a full-blown spiritual practice? In this episode, Selena Gonzalez and Hannah Mitrea pull back the curtain on their personal spiritual journeys. From Selena’s early days scrolling through sun signs on CoStar to Hannah’s deep dive into Wicca and dream interpretation, we’re sharing the "origin stories" of our practices.We break down the essentials for anyone just starting out, including:The "Big Three": Why understanding your Sun, Moon, and Rising signs is the ultimate key to self-understanding.Astrology Apps We Love: Why we recommend the Chani App for beginners over everything else.Learning Tarot: How Hannah mastered the cards through TikTok, pen pal readings, and the power of daily practice.Finding Community: The importance of sharing resources and taking a "slow and steady" approach to your spiritual education.Whether you’re curious about your birth chart, looking to start reading Tarot, or seeking a deeper connection to the universe, this episode is a roadmap for integrating spiritual tools with your daily life.Resources Mentioned:The Chani App (Astrology)CoStarTarot Practice Tips

In this episode, we dive into what energy the month of January is bringing us. New Year, New Cards!We discuss the astrological outlook for January 2026, emphasizing the importance of self-care and grounding oneself after the holiday season, with a highlight of the Aquarius stellium, which includes Mercury, the Sun, and Mars in Aquarius, promoting intellectual and communicative energy. The first week is about letting go of past conflicts, with the Full Moon in Cancer encouraging emotional detox. The second week involves making clear decisions, while the third week brings excitement and newfound love. The fourth week warns against being overly trusting, especially with new relationships. Overall, the theme is about balancing new beginnings with practicality and skepticism.

In this episode, Hannah does a horseshoe spread reading for Selena. Find out what energy the horseshoe holds!

In this episode, we dive into what energy the month of December is bringing us. The Tarot reading for November focuses on the World upright and the Star reversed the first week, suggesting a sense of completeness but also questioning and lack of intuition. The second week bring two of pentacles reversed, indicating a struggle with balancing worldly possessions and decisions. The Two of Swords reversed brings a decision being to be made the the third week in which you commit to. Seven of Cups enters the fourth week, representing different options and possibilities, which may be overwhelming. The last week ends with Page of Pentacles reversed, indicating a need for stability and practicality. The stars align with a full moon in Gemini the first week, emphasizing the release of old belief system and pushing toward open-mindedness and curiosity. Neptune goes direct the second week, lifting the fog and improving intuition and inspiration. The third week highlights a new moon in Sagittarius, emphasizing adventure, expansive energy and optimism. We still have Sagittarius energy launching us into so many ideas and paths we can go. The last week ends with Capricorn season, the sun, mars, and venus all in Capricorn, encouraging long-term planning and strategic decision-making. 2:42 Tarot interpretations4:42 Astrology interpretationsActions for the month:- Its time to get excited and expand your mind to so many new possibilities!- As you look at all your options, you can begin to downselect and tie in what connects to your long-term goals and vision.We are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesn't!Until next time!

In this episode, we discuss the fundamental principles of astrology, focusing on Earth signs—Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn—and their corresponding tarot cards. We cover how Earth influences stability, practicality, and material concerns. For Taurus, the Hierophant embodies tradition and knowledge; for Virgo, the Hermit reflects introspection and overthinking; and for Capricorn, the Devil symbolizes ambition and caution. The discussion underscores the nuanced traits of Earth signs and their connections to tarot, emphasizing the importance of contextual factors like rising signs and planetary positions.As always, we are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesn't!Until next time!

In this episode, we dive into what energy the month of November is bringing us. The Tarot reading for November focuses on The Devil in reverse during the first week. This means we are letting go of toxic habits and moving past the heaviness. The second week is the Two of Wands Reversed, indicating indecision amidst responsibilities. The third week features Eight of Pentacles and Knight of Pentacles, encouraging persistence and collaboration. The fourth week concludes with the Seven of Wands, emphasizing self-protection and setting boundaries. The stars align with this reading highlighting introspection and reflection. Uranus, Mercury and Jupiter will go into retrograde, forcing to continue turning inward and reflect. As Uranus retrogrades in Taurus the first week, questions around self-worth and long-term financial goals arise. The Full Moon in Taurus helps give us a detox boost, encouraging us to let go of negative thoughts and limiting beliefs, promoting self-love and self-value. The second week brings us Mercury retrograding into Sagittarius, where we may see some mishaps in our travel adventures and public speaking endeavors. This is a great time to take note of the wisdom nuggets in the lessons learned. Week three bring Mercury shifting into Scorpio (still in retrograde), bringing us an intense shift to focus inward. The New Moon in Scorpio signals new beginnings in pursuit of transformation, encouraging acceptance of help and collaboration along the way. Week four gives us some reprieve as Mercury goes direct (still in Scorpio) and we break free of our cocoons. Saturn also leaves retrograde status in Pisces, further encouraging action on our self-improvement and transformation. 2:34 Tarot Interpretations 3:50 Astrology Interpretations Actions for the month:-Its a great time to journal as you reflect on self-worth and financial goals during the first week. Check out our Substack page for journal prompts! -Be mindful of your communication We are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesnt!Until next time!

In this episode, we simulate what a toxic ex might text back to a Gemini rising utilizing astrological traits and tarot. Topics such as career concerns, seeking support from friends, family and home life are all highlighted in this episode for Gemini Risings. As always, we are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesn't!Until next time

In this episode, we dive into what energy the month of October is bringing us. The Tarot reading for October focuses on financial insecurities, represented by the reversed Three of Pentacles, and the importance of managing generosity, as indicated by the Six of Pentacles and the Nine of Pentacles reversed. The first week is positive, with the Sun card suggesting excitement and new beginnings. The second week warns against overcommitment, leading to potential burnout. The third week's Knight of Wands reversed signals burnout due to overcommitment. The fourth week's Queen of Pentacles, sideways, emphasizes the need for security. The month's outcome depends on ego management, as reflected in the Five of Swords card.The Stars align with this reading, highlight that we get to keep enjoying the tail-end of Libra season with lighthearted and positive energy. Libra is all about fairness and harmony after all. We then switch to a more intense energy as we enter Scorpio season, pushing us to intense conversations and potential power dynamics with the Sun, Mercury and Mars in Scorpio. The harsh conversations and high emotions are coming out!1:32 Tarot Interpretations 5:31 Astrological InterpretationsAction Items as we deal with intense energy:- Be yourself and speak from the heart. The best thing to do as you confront potential conflict, whether internal or external, is all about honesty. This applies to not only be honest with another individual but also being honest with yourself. - Major transformation is in the works this month and you may continue to feel trained. Its okay to take things slow and retreat to your safe space to recharge. We are dealing with some intense energy this month so crank up the self-care! As always, we are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesnt!Until next time

In this episode, we dove into astrological and tarot insights of eclipse energy in September for Taurus risings.Unfortunately given all the excitement around this one, it was interpreted in the reverse. Lunar Eclipse in Pisces impacts the 11th house of community, urging Taurus risings to let go of any communities they no longer identify with. The Solar Eclipse in Virgo impacts their 5th house of pleasure, romance, creativity and children, inviting in new opportunities to connect with their passions and redefining their relationship with their children. The tarot spread includes the Moon card indicating high emotions and possible confrontations, the Seven of Swords warning of deceit and dishonesty, requiring discernment. Overall, this eclipse season brings events that are emotionally charged involving relationships and community dynamics, advocating for mindful introspection and adaptability. 2:03 Astrological Interpretations 4:09 Tarot InterpretationsAction Items as Taurus Risings confront eclipse energyBe discerning of potential deception or dishonesty in friendships and community Approach any conflicts or confrontations with empathy and a willingness to have open, mature dialogue As always, we are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesn't!Until next time

In this episode, we dove into astrological and tarot insights of eclipse energy in September for Sagittarius risings.Lunar Eclipse in Pisces impacts the 4th house of family and home, urging Sagittarius risings to let go of any unhealthy habits connected to this aspect of their lives. The Solar Eclipse in Virgo impacts their 10th house of career and public image, inviting in new opportunities connected to career and public image. The tarot spread includes Two of Pentacles for work-life balance, the Hangman for reflection, and the Page of Pentacles reversed and Seven of Wands for financial cautions and standing up for oneself. Overall, this eclipse season brings events pushing you to let go of family and home related things that no longer serve you so you can invite the new opportunities coming within your career and public image. 1:59 Astrological Interpretations 4:23 Tarot InterpretationsAction Items as Sagittarius Risings confront eclipse energyBe more cautious with spending and material matters, but have the confidence to negotiate and fight for what you wantPause and reflect on how you want to be seen in your career and public image As always, we are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesn't!Until next time

In this episode, we dove into astrological and tarot insights for September. The entry of Saturn into Pisces and Uranus into retrograde on September 5, emphasize the need to slow down and reflect. The lunar eclipse on September 7 and solar eclipse on September 21 are highlighted as significant events, urging individuals to let go of past issues and prepare for new opportunities. The tarot readings indicate themes of restlessness, collaboration, change, and the need for self-reflection. The Page of Pentacles and the Wheel of Fortune reversed suggest potential distractions and the necessity of a new direction, while the Magician reversed emphasize learning from past mistakes.Overall, September is a time for grounding, reflection and resilience as major change enters.1:49 Planet Retrograde Energy5:16 Solar and Lunar EclipseAction Items in SeptemberBe open-minded to the changes that come your way this month and don't be afraid to let go of what no longer resonates with you.Be kind to yourself as you face challenging energy this monthAs always, we are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesn't!Until next time

We discuss our "pre-test" on astrology and Tarot, spoiler, we failed the open-book test! We picked a hypothetical person, Cassie, and drew a Capricorn sun, Gemini moon, and Scorpio rising, interpreting them as indicative of career changes, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. Despite our inexperience, we attempt to provide insights, acknowledging our mistakes and the complexity of integrating astrology and Tarot! This episode is all about learning! Come learn with us and laugh along the way. Pre-Test Introduction and Initial DrawsDetailed Card InterpretationsAstrological Analysis of "Cassie's" ChartExploring Cassie's Emotional and Career Dynamics

In August 2025, four planets—Pluto, Mercury, Saturn, and Neptune—are in retrograde, prompting a period of introspection and potential relationship reevaluations. We discuss the astrological influences on August, focusing on the tarot cards drawn: Queen of Wands (week one), the Page of Swords (week two), Two of Wands (week three), and Knight of Swords (week four). The Queen of Wands suggests self-reflection on friendships, while the Page of Swords indicates a creative spark. The Two of Wands and Five of Wands highlight decision-making and potential conflicts. The Three of Pentacles reversed warns against relying too much on others. Overall, August is a time for self-assessment and potential changes in personal relationships and career paths.1:16 - Overarching Themes and Weekly Breakdown1:41 - Four Planets in Retrograde and Its Impact7:01 - Leo Season and Creative Spark13:35 - Virgo Season and Decision-MakingAction Items in AugustEvaluate friendships and relationships to see if they are serving you.Explore new creative hobbies or projects that bring you joy.Be cautious of making major decisions towards the end of the month due to retrograde energy.As always, we are on this learning journey just like you are! Take what feels right and leave behind what doesn't! Until next time

Hey everyone, and welcome to "Stars & Shuffles"—the podcast where two friends try to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos and the cards, one step at a time!If you are on your learning path for Astrology or Tarot, join Selena and Hannah as they learn with you! Episodes coming soon!