3. Cancer

inner self, emotional wellness, boundaries

Call yourself back from all space and time: to feel, sense and reflect on the oceans of your presence within.

How are you doing? That is the question to ask yourself when the Cancer sun sign card appears in your reading. When was the last time you took a moment to check in with yourself, listen to your internal landscape and support your emotional needs? Cancer’s mission is to teach you how to find your own little corner of the world where you can retreat to replenish your energy. It reminds you of the power of self-care and that your emotions can be potent allies when you take the time to listen rather than trying to suppress them? Your emotions may offer you a deeper understanding about how and when you need to establish better boundaries, bring light to feeling overwhelmed and burned out, guide you to the things that bring you happiness or steer you away from what steals your joy. Every emotion has something to teach, and yours have been seeking an audience with you. Ask your emotions plainly "What are you trying to tell me?", then listen carefully because the answer may surprise you.

If you are reading about someone else, receiving this card could be a sign that they are not okay and could use some additional support.

This is a check-in with yourself in which you focus on the emotions that are often left hidden or ignored.

Find a quiet space for some personal time to be with yourself, and sit or lay down with your eyes closed. Place one hand over your heart space or move your focus to your heart space, then take a deep breath, calm your mind and when you are ready say: "Emotions within, come forth one at a time." Take another deep breath, settle into yourself and ask: "Who wants to go first?" Allow your emotions to present themselves to you and witness how they show up and where they dwell in your body. You are not here to address them; you are here to acknowledge them and witness where they live and what they need to liberate you from them. Breathe slowly and stay calm; you are here to show compassion not only to your emotions but to yourself as well. Stay in this space as long as needed or pause and return later if it gets overwhelming.

This practice is excellent for seeing where you need to focus on self-healing or to address with someone such as a therapist, spiritual teacher, friend or family member you trust who may guide you.