18. Farm to table

Keywords: knowing the source, spiritual pesticides

Liberate yourself from influence and invoke the power within.

It’s a shame that many of us do not know the source of our food or what toxic chemicals it might contain. The development of urban areas has removed us from the connection with fresh fruits and vegetables, causing us to have little information about their origins or what effects they might have on our bodies. The same can be said of spiritual nourishment: you might experience intense emotions that do not seem to have a source, or perhaps you are living a belief that wasn’t really yours but something you picked up as a child.

Receiving this card nudges you to reflect on the source of what you’re feeling. Is it truly coming from you or could it be something you’ve picked up unintentionally, not realizing the toxic energy it contains? Perhaps spending time with a dear friend depletes your energy; you love them, but every word they speak seems to be dipped in negativity. There could be a place you frequent that always leaves you feeling tired and drained. Carrying energies that belong to another will keep you from experiencing more love, happiness, abundance and more, so take steps to clear and protect your energy and further steps to separate your feelings from those of another. Be warned that it could involve limiting your exposure.

Reread the previous paragraph, paying close attention to what came to mind first. It holds a clue that will guide you to investigate further.

Do you notice any patterns in the way you think and feel? Reflecting on this can help determine whether these feelings come from within or whether they are being influenced by outside sources. Journaling is an effective tool to dig deeper into your subconscious and uncover the source of your emotions. Here are a few journaling prompts to get started:

* What do you think or believe before the emotion arises? * How does this feeling manifest itself physically throughout your body? * Is there anything that triggers this feeling? * What would happen if you let go of this feeling? * What thoughts or beliefs do you have that are connected with this feeling? * Who or what is this feeling trying to tell you something about? * What are you afraid of if you let go of this feeling? * Is there someone else who might be influencing the way you feel? * What can you learn from this feeling and how can it help you move forward in a positive direction?