SPIRIT OF SWORDS
The Phoenix shows a great, beautiful bird rising above a lake caught on fire. The Phoenix controls a powerful sword, a sign that you have gained a state of knowledge akin to the enlightenment that comes from being inside a spiritual realm. This card represents renewal, new ideas and a new burst of energy after a period of trauma, depression, rest or low flow. The Spirit of Swords is an enthusiastic force of knowledge, an expert at breaking through barriers, gathering information and winning from behind. The Phoenix is a resourceful problem solver, adept at brainstorming and researching and finding creative solutions to challenges that would drag others down. Drawing the Phoenix is a sign that it’s time to let yourself be heard in situations where you otherwise may have kept quiet, though you might want try new and different ways of getting your message across if old techniques aren’t getting the attention your ideas deserve.
IF YOU’RE FEELING BLOCKED:
Many people have gone their whole lives, or most of their lives, without feeling truly seen and heard. Maybe you’re one of them. Are you suffering from stage fright? Perhaps you’ve got a lot to say, but you’re afraid to say it due to potential repercussions from people who don’t agree with you or your vision, or because a past experience has mistakingly taught you it’s better to stay silent and secret than speak your truth out loud. It’s okay to take your time to make sure you’ve truly got the piece you want to present, and the right audience to present it to. Start small and share your work on different social media platforms and groups. It may take some time, but you’ll find who you need to find if you just stay consistent, determined and energized.
CREATIVITY EXERCISES:
Create something with the theme of fire
Create a “Pecha Kucha” of your life’s work thus far - 20 slides that you describe in under 20 seconds each
Create a puzzle or cryptogram for someone else to solve
Write a list of 10 specific topics on your mind; write 1 haiku for each item on the list