A Tarot Reader Explains Why Intuition is So Tricky
Apr 23, 2024
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Tarot reader Rebecca Auman discusses intuition and self-trust with Anna Sale, exploring the challenges of navigating tough situations and recognizing one's inner voice. They dive into the complexities of intuition, personal journeys of coping with grief, and the importance of relationships and community in finding solace.
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Embrace flow and surrender instead of controlling uncertainties by listening to body cues for decision-making.
Recognize the transformative power of intuition by exploring bodily signals and creating moments of reflection and connection.
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Rebecca's Journey to Embrace Intuition
Rebecca Ammon, a professional witch, guided a tarot reading with the host, prompting reflection on embracing flow and surrender instead of controlling life's uncertainties. Through cards like the 10 of swords, Rebecca encouraged a shift from intellect-driven narratives to embracing wholeness and safe passage through challenges. She highlighted the importance of listening to body cues and exploring feelings to navigate decision-making, emphasizing the value of intuitive self-connection.
Rebecca's Personal Evolution and Relationships
Rebecca's life transitions, from divorce to moves and career shifts, led to a journey of self-discovery and the recognition of her need for connection, love, and community. Despite past choices and challenging moments like her mother's illness and her teenage love affair, she learned to reevaluate her relationship with herself and others, acknowledging her need for deeper connections and understanding.
Rebecca's Path to Honoring Vulnerability
Rebecca's experience of coming home signified a shift towards vulnerability and acceptance of needing support. Through rituals like quiet time with her son and guided meditation, she embraced moments of stillness and connection. Her path highlights the importance of acknowledging personal needs, building genuine relationships, and allowing space for introspection and growth.
Rebecca's Advice on Embracing Intuition
Rebecca's wisdom on intuition emphasizes exploring bodily signals, meditative practices, and trusting inner guidance. She encourages embracing complexity, listening to the body's messages, and creating moments of reflection and connection. Her journey illustrates the transformative power of honoring intuition, vulnerability, and authentic self-exploration.
Earlier this year, when the future of Death, Sex & Money was up in the air, Anna Sale consulted Rebecca Auman, a tarot reader and self-described witch based in North Carolina. Anna felt lost, but Rebecca encouraged her to relax and to pay close attention to what her body and mind were telling her about that moment.
Afterwards, Anna wondered how Rebecca became so good at reading people–and at helping them to navigate tough situations. When the two of them spoke a second time, Rebecca revealed that her ability to help other people doesn’t always translate to an ability to help herself. In this episode, the two of them talk about how hard it is to trust our own intuition…and to even recognize it in the first place.
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