1. Enhance Your Divine Energy

Some wear waist beads with specific gemstones and bead colors to help enhance their natural divine  energy. Charms and shells may also be used to make the waist beads even more powerful. Paying close attention to the materials used will help to enhance existing divine energy.

2. Weight Loss And Management

Historically, waist beads have also been used in weight loss, as well as management. The beads will move up or feel tighter if you are gaining weight, which can be inspiring toward weight loss actions. If the beads you wear are the newer, stretchy type, they may just stretch further but stay in the same place. When you lose weight, both types of waist beads will usually start to feel looser and move down lower on the belly. Wearing multiple waist beads may act as a corset and produce slimming results, especially when combined with specific crystals and gemstones.

3. Spiritual Protection

Protecting your own divine energy from various energies is a must. Many choose to wear waist beads for this purpose. The key to optimal protection is ensuring the beads are blessed and you've chosen ones with the correct materials for your specific intentions. Keeping the waist beads on can help to close off your energy from any malevolent (ill-intentioned) forces. 

6. Balancing Chakras

Inner healing is necessary to protect your soul. Balancing your chakras can help with this healing. It is also necessary for alignment and ascension. Choosing and wearing chakra waist beads can help with this process. Be sure to cleanse your waist beads regularly to keep them flowing with benevolent (good) energy.

7. Unique Style

Wearing waist beads that match your personality and style can also add to your overall aura and accent your wardrobe choices. The combination of extra aura energy and materials that flatter your specific mind, body, and soul gives you a unique style that is your very own and can't be matched with anyone.

8. Body Positivity

Going along with having your own your unique style, as well as weight management aspects, wearing waist beads can help with body positivity. Even if you aren't yet comfortable with your shape, looking at the beautiful jewelry can help you start feeling better about your midsection. Then, once weight management aspects start to set in and you get more used to looking at the area, your feelings about your body can start to change for the good.

Whether you choose to wear waist jewelry for the look or for health or body positivity reasons, as you can see there are so many benefits. You may start wearing waist beads for one reason and then gain all of those above and more.

We invite you to share in the comments all the reasons you choose to wear waist beads and what your personal experiences with them have been like.

 Healing crystals are often used with Reiki practices for healing. Reiki crystals or Reiki stones can be used in combination with any Reiki treatment for added benefits. Many healing practitioners swear by the benefits of adding this to regular therapeutic treatments. While most effective when using a licensed Reiki practitioner, these healing techniques can also be used by individuals to help heal themselves.  Here are 8 benefits of Reiki crystals for healing.

Using Reiki Crystals to De-Stress and Control Mood Swings

One major benefit many say comes from this type of healing practice is stress relief. Whether a person needs to de-stress from a long day at work or another tiring situation, Reiki crystals are said to provide relief. Mood swings are a typical occurrence that may come along with stress and this is another area where Reiki stones may come in handy. Some of the stones used for this purpose  include quartz, agate, amethyst, green calcite, magnesite, and many more. 

Reiki Stones and Systemic Health 

Whole body health is extremely important to maintain. To do this, one must focus on every part of the entire system. Systemic reiki stone treatments usually consist of a combination of stones used in conjunction with reiki motions in order to heal the body as a whole. The stones used can often depend on desired results. But some stones that are good for systemic healing include citrine, fluorite, tourmaline, sodalite, rose quartz, aventurine, amethyst, magnesite, and others. Your Reiki healer will know what to select but if you are choosing your own, be sure to select those which either have multiple healing properties or those which complement each other to create a full body experience. 

Immune Strengthening and Healthy Sleep from Reiki Stones

There are several different types of crystals and stones used to strengthen immunity. These can be even stronger when used in combination with Reiki treatments. Bloodstone, calcite, magnesite, fluorite, agate, rose quartz, and several others  are often used in detoxification and immune boosting therapies for their cleansing and balancing properties. These same stones and others can also be used in creating and maintaining a healthier sleep pattern. When there is relaxation and a stronger immune system, some may find sleep comes much easier. 

Pain Relief with the Use of Reiki Healing Crystals

Whether dealing with pain on a daily basis or temporarily, many will still need to seek relief. Reiki healing crystals are said to help provide some relief in this area as well. A Reiki healer or oneself should use the closest chakra point to the area experiencing pain. Using healing crystals chosen for the specific type of ailment can help improve results. Malachite and bloodstone are some of the most common crystals used in Reiki pain relief. Some others may include white or blue lace agate, lapis lazuli, amethyst, and rose quartz. White agate has been used during the birthing process to help alleviate pain for the mother, as well as to put protection around the baby before, during, and after birth. 

Eliminate Fear and Gain Confidence Using Reiki Stones

Holding onto fears and having a lack of self confidence can be a huge roadblock in many areas of life. To help alleviate this issue, try using Reiki healing crystals. The amethyst is one of the more common crystals used for this purpose, as it can help create self-confidence, psychic awareness, visual clarity, and more. Another may be the rose quartz crystal for its calming and protective effects. 

Take Away Sadness Through Healing Crystals

One of the best ways to take away sadness is to create happiness. Golden-colored crystals are usually a great choice when it comes to Reiki healing crystals for relieving sadness. Some of these include gold itself, golden beryl, and citrine. All of these are good stones to choose for overall contentment, relief of sadness, happiness, and well-being of the mind. 

Open Up Your Mind Through Reiki Stones

Open-mindedness is important when navigating the obstacles of life. It is often tough for some to achieve this around certain topics or events. For help opening the mind try to choose crystals that offer insight, clarity, and openness. A good combination of Reiki stones might be citrine, turquoise, and amethyst used together. 

Use Reiki Crystals for a Purification Ceremony or Auric Sweep

Reiki crystals and stones are often given a purification ceremony before use. This is when the Reiki Practitioner will cleanse and purify the stones for a specific use. The benefit of purifying the stones beforehand is to create further efficacy. During an auric sweep, your Reiki master will take the crystals (usually after they’ve been purified) and do a sweeping hand gesture to sweep your auras of all negative energies. Both of these are great practices alone or in combination with any other uses of Reiki healing stones.

by Lyn Lomasi; Owner of Intent-sive Nature & Brand Shamans Content Community

When choosing and wearing your protection jewelry, it should be done with specific intentions in mind. There are certain procedures you may wish to follow and actions to take before wearing protection jewelry. Here are some of my best tips on cleansing protective crystal and gemstone jewelry.

Why Cleanse and Infuse Your Crystals and Gemstones Before Use

Before ever using or wearing your crystals and gemstones, it is important to cleanse them. This will take away any negative or unwanted energies that have touched the crystals or gemstones at any point. This also goes for your entire piece of jewelry. Objects can all take on energies from everyplace they’ve been. So, it’s a must that you cleanse your crystal and gemstone jewelry as soon as you receive it, as well as periodically to keep them at their best. Cleansing can also strengthen your crystals and gemstones and help them ward off more negative energy as you wear them. There are many methods for cleansing these pieces. Here are some of the simplest and most common methods I’ve used or seen in practice.

Cleanse Protection Jewelry with Sage Smudging

For this method, simply light the tip of one bunch of sage leaves inside a ceramic bowl and allow the smoke to surround your crystals and gemstones. This is called smudging. Try finding a place to do this where it’s well-ventilated and where the crystals or gemstones can be suspended above the dish enough to not be touched by the fire. This will remove all prior energies and refresh them for use. Some like to also include a meditation, prayer, chant, intent, or spell recited while the sage is burning to infuse the crystals and gemstones with a specific intent or usage.

Using Water to Cleanse Your Gemstone and Crystal Protection Jewelry

There are many methods for cleansing crystals using water. However, this can destroy certain crystals and gemstones. So, I generally don’t recommend this unless you know that the crystal you’re using can withstand it. Water is a natural cleanser, so if you use this method, simply place the crystals in water and gently rub them. Again, only do this with those you know are safe to place in water.

White Light Cleansing for Crystals and Gemstones in Protection Jewelry

If you are able to create white light, this is one of the best methods to cleanse crystals. It is also my personal favorite. It is very similar to prayer. To create white light, simply close your eyes and request of the universe (or whom you believe to be the creator) to create white light. Then, envision this light filling your entire body. Keep this energy with you and open your eyes, sweeping your hands in the proper direction to guide the white light toward the object that needs cleansing - in this case, your gemstone and crystal jewelry. As you do this, ask the universe (or your creator) to transform any negative energies within the gemstone and crystal jewelry into positive energy.  

Moonlight Cleansing for Protection Crystals and Gemstones

Using the energies from the full moon is my other favorite method for cleansing crystals and gemstones. All of mine get cleansed under a full moon before ever using them to create protection jewelry for myself or for the Intent-sive Nature shop. To do this, simply place the crystals, gemstones, or wearables on a flat container, such as a ceramic altar (which can also be charged and cleansed by the moon). Put them outside where the moonlight will shine directly on them. Leave them under the moonlight as long as possible. This can be done under any moon cycle, but the full moon is the strongest. Moonlight can both charge and cleanse the crystals and gemstones at the same time. This means it helps make them stronger, restores their original powers, as well as strips them of negative energies.

by Lyn Lomasi; Owner of Intent-sive Nature & Brand Shamans Content Community

Choosing and wearing rose quartz crystal jewelry for color meanings relies on intent. Every color has traditional meanings, but also may hold special meanings to the wearer. Below are traditional meanings and reasons some may choose to wear rose quartz crystals for healing, protection, and other purposes.

Crystal color meanings are derived from a variety of cultures and religions, including Christian, Pagan, Native American tribes, various cultures from India, and many other cultures and religions from all over the word, including non-religious people.

One thing that stands out in research over the years is that healing crystal color meanings tend to be the same or similar, regardless of country, culture, or religion. This makes sense since these crystals are a naturally occurring substance and therefore derive their energies and properties from nature.

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Why Wear White or Clear Rose Quartz Crystal Healing Jewelry?

White or clear crystals are often worn in healing necklaces and other jewelry for protection from evil or bad fortune. These rose quartz crystals can also symbolize purity, freedom, and innocence. These are great crystals to include in your daily wear fashion accessories. Learn more about these crystals in "White Crystal Meanings and Why to Wear White Crystals". 

Using Pink Rose Quartz Crystals in Everyday Wear

Many choose to wear  pink rose quartz  crystal jewelry for a calming effect. Pink crystals are also associated with peace and tranquility. It is also said that wearing pink rose quartz crystals can aid in the protection of children. Many pregnant women swear by wearing one constantly during pregnancy to protect the unborn.

Wearing Red Rose Quartz Crystals

Many cultures consider red a color of passion. Red rose quartz crystals are often used in healing jewelry when a person is seeking romance, dedication, devotion, and courage. Other reasons a person may choose to wear red crystal jewelry include resolving differences or conflicts, to gain independence, as well as to increase fertility.

Yellow Rose Quartz Crystals in Healing Jewelry

Many wear yellow healing crystals for the positive energy contained within. These crystals are said to help with being optimistic and alert, being a crystal that helps with brain power and positive energy. These crystals are often used when a person needs more energy and power to complete tasks.

How to Use Green Rose Quartz Crystals

Many associate the color green or dark green with money, wealth, and good luck. This is no different when it comes to wearing healing crystals. Green rose quartz crystal jewelry is also worn for renewal. This is a good crystal to choose for a good cleanse and refreshing of life or circumstances. These crystals can also be used in wearable money or abundance satchels and spells. Light green crystals hold the same meanings as the traditional or darker green colors. However, the lighter greens are also commonly used to aid in productivity, leading to success. These lighter green crystal shades are also used to help in healing from sicknesses.

Purple Rose Quartz Crystals for Healing Purposes

Choosing and wearing purple healing crystals is often associated with royalty. Purple rose quartz healing crystals are also used magic, psychic energy, and being intuitive. Many wear them when they need insight into a specific situation, in which they cannot find the answer themselves. They are also used to strengthen other crystals because of the magic energy. These can also help to soothe nightmares.

Indigo and Other Blue Rose Quartz Healing Crystals

Indigo crystal color meanings generally revolve around protection, while other blue tones can symbolize calmness. Indigo crystals are good to wear for both physical and spiritual wealth. Lighter blues, as well as traditional blue are often used to create a soothing environment and help avoid stress.

Silver Rose Quartz Crystal Meanings

Silver rose quartz crystals are often worn in healing jewelry when  person is seeking inner purpose. These have also been used when looking for truth, as well as in night magic. Silver crystals can be worn at all times. However, silver quartz is a good crystal to wear during night time activities, since it is even stronger during this time.

Orange Aura Rose Quartz Crystal Usage in Jewelry

Wear orange aura rose quartz crystals when seeking something from within. These crystals are most often used for renewal, inner energy, whole body psychic cleansing, insight, meditation, psychic guidance, spiritual guidance and awakening, as well as intuition. This is a good crystal to wear in daily jewelry when seeking solutions and answers.

Using Rainbow Rose Quartz Crystals for Wearable Healing

Oftentimes, those who have lost hope or just need more faith toward a specific outcome will choose rainbow quartz crystal jewelry. The rainbow rose quartz can not only aid in that area but is also good for balance as well as emotional and psychic healing. Wear rainbow quartz to keep faith and hope in mind all the time.

(*Crystal and magic interpretations are for informational purposes only. Please do your own research. Individual results, beliefs, and spell usage may vary. We are not responsible for your use, misuse, or interpretations of any magic-related info or products. Be safe and be wise.

by Lyn Lomasi; Co-Owner of Intent-sive Nature & the Brand Shamans network

If you draw the Temperance card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Temperance
POSITION: Upright

This is a card of patience and inner reflection. Drawing this card in the upright position means you are doing some reorganization of your life and business.

In doing so, you have started to find a balance between finances and family. If you haven't found this peace and balance yet, rest assured, it is coming. This is giving you an inner peace, which is sometimes unfamiliar.

Try not to worry too much, as the deep reflection and finding a balance between the old you and the new you can often be scary. You may want to question things, especially if they seem too good.

However, drawing  the Temperance card says to trust in what you are doing, as you are on the right path.

If you drew the Temperance card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Lyn Lomasi; Co-Owner of Intent-sive Nature & the Brand Shamans network

If you draw The Oyster card in The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit  deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this spirit animal card reading?

DECK: The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Deck
CARD: The Oyster
ELEMENT: Water

SYMBOLIZES: Patience, Secrets, Hidden Inner Treasures

The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit card deck can be used as daily inspiration, to answer life questions, and even in the same way as you would use a tarot or oracle deck. As with any deck meant for readings and guidance, your intuition, as well as reflection on what the cards could mean will serve you well in discovering what they mean for you. However, this reading interpretation (based upon the guidebook included with the cards, as well as my own intuitive interpretations) can help you learn more about some possible meanings.

What Does it Mean When You Draw The Oyster in the Animal Spirit Deck?

Being of the water element, the oyster flows with the tides and can accomplish anything. Therefore, if you draw the oyster card in an animal spirit deck, you are a very determined and focused individual. Whatever an oyster puts their mind to is achieved in full and with grace and charm.

However, the oyster's go-with-the-flow and humble mentality can also mean that many gifts are taken for granted. The oyster may often become withdrawn and protective, shying from everyone and keeping their inner gifts concealed from the world.

Drawing the oyster card means that you may be hiding treasures within that the world would marvel to see. This is a time for sharing your gifts or secrets. Shine bright for everyone to see who you truly are. Only then, will you achieve all of your desires.

When the oyster is in balance, they feel blessed, generous, and masterful. This means success is occurring or right around the corner.

When the oyster is out of balance, they can be reluctant, withdrawn, and may clam up.

In order to achieve balance, the oyster must share something for all the world (or at least the world around them) to see.

If you drew  The Oyster card in The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Deck, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Lyn Lomasi; Co-Owner of Intent-sive Nature & the Brand Shamans network

If you draw The Cheetah card in The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit  deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this spirit animal card reading?

DECK: The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Deck
CARD: The Cheetah
ELEMENT: Fire

SYMBOLIZES: Solar Force, Action, Achievement, Masculine Energy

The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit card deck can be used as daily inspiration, to answer life questions, and even in the same way as you would use a tarot or oracle deck. As with any deck meant for readings and guidance, your intuition, as well as reflection on what the cards could mean will serve you well in discovering what they mean for you. However, this reading interpretation (based upon the guidebook included with the cards, as well as my own intuitive interpretations) can help you learn more about some possible meanings.

What Does it Mean When You Draw The Cheetah in the Animal Spirit Deck?

Being of the fire element, the cheetah has great sun force and is a very powerful being. For the cheetah, the sun's rays come from within to power the outside world. If you drew this card, you have the power to shine on the universe and help create a force of happiness. You can achieve great things. Fire animals represent a time of change or transformation - a time where light can overpower the darkness, if used wisely.

The cheetah is a very passionate being of purpose. In order to fulfill your destiny, you must have a purpose to put your passion into. Before forging into new projects, this purpose must be the intent for it to move forward. The cheetah can feel stuck and unable to move forward if there is no passion or reason to do so.

When the cheetah is in balance, this often gives the inspired creature boundless energy to achieve anything. Therefore, if you drew the cheetah card, stay in tune with your passions and purpose and utilize them to manifest great things.

When the cheetah is out of balance, the competitive and impatient nature can take over, ruining a good thing.

In order to achieve balance, the cheetah must reconnect with an inner purpose, as well as focus on masculine energies. This is true whether you are male or female. Everyone can connect with the various masculine and feminine energies we all possess. Sitting quietly in nature can help you refocus your energies and meditate to rediscover your gifts and purpose.

If you drew  The Cheetah card in The Wild Unknown Animal Spirit Deck, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw The Hermit card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: The Hermit
POSITION: Upright

The Hermit indicates a need for some soul-searching or inner guidance. This is a time for reflection.

You may be looking for a deeper meaning and truth surrounding your life goals.

Drawing this card says you need a new life journey and are examining which way to turn in spiritual matters, as well as your priorities, morals, and life purpose.

This is a time to reflect on where you are headed and decide how best to serve yourself and others.

You have a strong desire to help others. However, in order to continue helping them, you must also be fulfilled, but not by material means. Meditate and visualize what is most important to you. Your answer will come when it is meant to.

If you drew The Hermit card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Seven of Swords card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Seven of Swords
POSITION: Upright

The Seven of Swords can indicate many things. It can be a card of deception, but also may mean the need to work with others. Drawing this card in the upright position reminds one to be mindful of their instincts.

If you've been trying to escape a situation quietly, rather than dealing with it head on, consider the consequences before doing so.

Drawing this card may also suggest that someone in your path is sneaky. Be cautious of the plans others may have for you. You can avoid this by using your instincts and smarts.

If you have had the desire to be very independent on a project or life goal, consider those around you first. There is someone who may offer the insight you need to forge ahead in this endeavor. Don't overlook them, as the way you synergize with them may be just what your goal or project needs to move forward.

In summary, drawing this card reminds you to be aware of your surroundings and utilize your instincts, as well as brain smarts before making any moves.

If you adhere this, you should have an easier time achieving what you want and need.

If you drew the Seven of Swords card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Five of Swords card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Five of Swords
POSITION: Upright

The Five of Swords represents conquests, winning at all costs, and sometimes betrayal and defeat.

If you draw the Five of Swords in the upright position, you may be in a battle of sorts or have won one recently.

You like to stand up for what you believe in. Fighting through these conflicts can often be a good thing. Just remember to choose these battles wisely so as to not be defeated or to feel that way even when you win.

Be careful who you trust, as someone may be trying to be deceptive, so as to go behind your back and sabotage what you have worked to build.

Do not feel discouraged though. If you pay careful attention, you will learn to plow through no matter what. This is a time to be quiet and reflective and to champion ahead without letting others affect you, but also without becoming boastful. Be you but be humble. You will win this battle.

If you drew the Five of Swords card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Queen of Pentacles card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Queen of Pentacles
POSITION: Upright

The Queen of Pentacles symbolizes security, motherly traits, being down-to-earth, and being practical.

If you draw this card in the upright position, you are a motherly figure or are striving to be one. This particular motherly role that Queen of Pentacles represents means you can work, tend to the household, as well as serve the family's needs without taking away from any of these areas.

You have within you the need for independence with stability and the time to nurture your family. If this hasn't yet come for you, keep striving toward it, as this card says it is yours for the taking.

The Queen of pentacles is a card of prosperity that comes with hard work and dedication. You are a generous soul who will share this wealth with everyone around you.

It is important to maintain your down-to-earth attitude while creating a calm and balanced life. Success will come (or remain) by utilizing this attitude, as well as being resourceful and practical. No-fuss solutions that are quick and easy will be your staple, as you get through life. You are very handy and versatile and will be able to solve anything that comes your way.

If you drew the Queen of Pentacles card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Page of Wands card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Page of Wands
POSITION: Upright

The Page of Wands represents self-discovery, adventure, motivation or excitement, and being free.

If you draw the Page of Wands, this means you are likely bursting at the seams with some sort of new idea. Often, it comes in the form of creative ventures, such as writing, art, or music.

You are very excited to begin a new creative project. Be positive and let your spontaneity do what it needs to, while also being patient with your expected results.

Also, pay attention to new positive influences around you and be open to change. You may have to let go of judgment and be open to a new way of thinking. This may be presented by someone you at first see as immature but this person is a valuable resource who is honest and genuine.

If you drew the Page of Wands card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Ten of Cups card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Ten of Cups
POSITION: Upright

The Ten of Cups symbolizes marriage, harmony, happiness, and alignment with your universe.

If you draw this card in the upright position in a reading, your family life is happy and harmonious or will be very soon.

The Ten of Cups represents a comforting place full of peace and love. If you are in a long-term relationship, this card can represent ultimate satisfaction of that union. Otherwise, it's indicative of the beginnings of a very positive new relationship.

When it comes to other aspects of life, this card says you have a deep values system that you arr happy and fulfilled with. This could refer to family or spiritual values.

If you draw this card, it means you should follow your heart and trust your intuition in all things. In every endeavor or goal you seek, stop to think about what feels right and use those feelings to move forward in confident success.

If you drew the Ten of Cups card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Knight of Cups card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Knight of Cups
POSITION: Upright

The Knight of Cups represents imagination, charm, romance, and creativity.

If you draw this card upright in a health reading, it means that a focus on creative inspirations and those that use your wonderful imagination will benefit you emotionally and physically.

You are about to embark on a new creative experience. Sometimes this means a messenger will bring you this idea or work on it with you.

Whether alone or in creative partnership, you will create something amazing that will help you get through the obstacles life throws in your path.

This is a time to focus on your world around you to create something that helps you creatively as well as emotionally.

Be very open-minded and don't be afraid to explore new ideas and territories. You will be drawn to something that is very new but that you have a great passion toward pursuing and achieving. You may move toward this slowly, but that likely means you have a good plan. Follow this path.

If you drew the Knight of Cups card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Five of Wands card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Five of Wands
POSITION: Reversed/Inverted

The Five of Wands represents goals, frustration, community, and conflict.

In reversed position, the Five of Wands symbolizes a greater focus on goals, as well as avoiding conflict.

If this card shows up in a reading, you may be experiencing a greater focus on goals. You are learning how better to organize and plan and have the potential to do great things.

You may be closer to your goals than you realize. Be sure to stay committed to what you are doing, as you are on the right path.

You may have recently had a burst of anger or frustration toward your dreams. But you have since learned to change that and use it for the betterment of your goals.

You are good at avoiding conflict. But this is a time to dive into it head on in order to realize your goals and dreams. You have the skills required and know what they are. You just need to listen to your inner voice and let it shine. It will guide you where you need to go.

If you drew the Five of Wands card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Queen of Wands card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Queen of Wands
POSITION: Upright

The Queen of Wands represents vibrancy and determination. This is a card of power and challenge.

If you draw this card in the upright position in a reading, you are a go-getter and will go for what you want and need. You may work long hours to achieve a goal. While determination is great, don't forget to take a break to avoid burnout. Taking a break isn't easy for those with such a  determined heart and soul. But it's necessary to be at your best and accomplish things properly.

When you are on a mission, it can be easy to get frustrated with those who stand in the way. But sometimes, they are there for a reason. Taking a second to breathe before reacting can help you avoid this and can be good for all involved, including you.

Drawing this card also symbolizes dreams being realized. You are closer to this than it may seem. Remember that a rainbow can only appear after a storm.

You work best as a leader and have what it takes to succeed. Simply keep leading the way and you will manifest all of your goals.

If you drew the Queen of Wands card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Four of Wands card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Four of Wands
POSITION: Reversed/Inverted

The Four of Wands is a card of balance and stability.

If you draw this card in reverse, it suggests the opposite. This may not necessarily be a bad thing. If the Four of Wands appears in your reading, you are going through some rearranging and might even feel uncertain.

This is a time of transition. However, this means what you seek is around the corner. Transition is what paves the way for lessons and positive changes toward the stability you seek.

Trust the changes and follow your intuition for which paths to turn down. This is a time to reflect on what's working while you transition. Pay close attention to things that may hinder this growth and learning period and find some peace within this healing transitional period.

If you drew the Four of Wands card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw The Sun card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: The Sun
POSITION: Reversed/Inverted

The Sun is a powerful life force. Whether this card is upright or reversed, it's always good to have some sun in your life.

Drawing the sun in the reversed position indicates that there may be some clouds trying to block your light.

If you get this card in a reading, it means you have amazing light inside you. Don't question your ability to succeed.

If you have lost enjoyment in what you are doing, listen to your intuition for what to do about it. It could be a time to try something else. But it may also be a time to simply trust yourself and your ability to put in the effort required to get the results you desire.

It is all up to you. You have the power within you to achieve all you dream of. Don't let clouds, doubts, or others get in the way of this. It is wise to listen to reason. But you also must trust your heart and your shining abilities.

If you drew The Sun card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Seven of Pentacles card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Seven of Pentacles
POSITION: Upright

The Seven of Pentacles represents investment in goals, as well as equal frustration about it.

Drawing this card in the upright position signifies that your hard work will pay off, even if it may seem to be taking forever.

This is a time to listen to your intuition and assess which areas are best to focus on and which are best to move on from.

Your time thus far has not been wasted. It us actually getting you closer to where you want to be. Financial or other setbacks in life have been put there for a reason. These will help give you the time, growth, and energy you need for the bigger things coming.

Things may seem far off right now. But this card indicates that a reward is headed your way.

Don't let the fear of failure get in your way. Keep going and keep listening to your intuition. You are on the right path.

If you drew the Seven of Pentacles card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Five of Swords card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Five of Swords
POSITION: Reversed/Inverted

The five of swords represents conflict. Therefore, the card being reversed signifies the opposite.

A reversed five of swords indicates the need to leave conflicts in the past. If a conflict has come up recently, such as with someone or something from your past (or someone or something you are trying to move on from), remember that you have the power to let it go.

While it is good to be mindful of others, it is not possible to please everyone or make every situation a pleasant one. Some situations are simply best left in the past so that you can move forward.

If something is not serving you right, you need to preserve your energy for good and move on from it to be of service to yourself and others.

Some may not be happy with your decision, but you know in your heart which way is the right way to go. Trust your instinct so that you can move on from conflict to the more peaceful life that you deserve.

If you drew the Five of Swords card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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by Rayne L Desertsong; Staff Writer, Healer, and Advocate

If you draw the Three of Pentacles card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: Three of Pentacles
POSITION: Reversed/Inverted

The three of pentacles represents teamwork, organization, and planning. In the reversed position, it signifies a need for this type of balance on a team that is close to you, such as in the workplace.

If you are collaborating with others on something at the moment, it may be taking a lot of your personal efforts to keep it organized.

This is a time to reflect on how better to do this so it helps everyone involved without draining your own energy and life force. It is good to help others but you cannot be of good service when your own energy is not optimal.

Drawing this card in the reversed position can also mean that it's time to move on from partnerships that aren't serving your best interest.

Think about all of your work and personal partnerships and decide which ones can be improved (with the right plans) and which ones should be left behind. Cleanse yourself of toxic relationships and nurture those which are more balanced.

Your time and energy are valuable. Only give these gifts where they will be appreciated and used wisely.

If you drew the Three of Pentacles card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

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If you draw the Moon card in the Universal Waite Tarot deck, what does it mean? Is this a good card to draw? What lessons can you learn from this tarot card reading?

DECK: Universal Waite Tarot Deck
CARD: The Moon
POSITION: Upright

The Moon is a very powerful tarot card. This  is because the moon symbolizes psychic energy and intuition. Drawing a Moon tarot card in the upright position means it's time to pay attention.

When the Moon card appears in a tarot reading, you are reminded to be mindful of your surroundings. There may be an enemy full of deceit and lies in your path.

This can indicate someone trying to sabotage your life or career. Take note of what's going on. But also remember that when The Moon tarot card appears, things may not be as they seem. This card can represent a wolf in sheep's clothing.

The only thing you can do here is to forge ahead even when you are lost and have no clear path or direction.

If you listen to your intuition, you will not be deceived and will learn valuable lessons that will help you grow and succeed.

If you drew the Moon card in a deck of Universal Waite Tarot Cards, what did you learn? Tell us in the comments below.

by Lyn Lomasi; Co-owner of Brand Shamans &  Write W.A.V.E. Media network

The card for this Shamanic Medicine Oracle card and healing crystal reading is "Great Mystery", which symbolizes trust. Learn what the Great Mystery Card means in a Shamanic Medicine oracle card deck reading and which crystals and gemstones to use with it.

The Great Mystery card is a gentle reminder that things will be okay. Great Mystery represents the oneness of us all. We all are connected. Some also refer to this as the Creator. When this card is present in a reading, it indicates a need to build trust within yourself and the universe and the need to know that everything will work out as it should. The universe knows your needs and will provide accordingly.

But to accept your blessings, you must have trust. A powerful way to build this trust is by harnessing the power of the selected crystals, the universe, and self knowledge through meditation or prayer.

To strengthen the trust needed for this mysterious journey, we've included blue lace agate, as well as blue-toned quartz crystals with the card. You can choose your own crystals and gemstones based on what you have that will help strengthen your trust.

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