There is a sense, next week, that you may have to be careful not to make a decision you may regret. Or perhaps the decision you regret has already been made and you are now coming to realise that and have to deal with the consequences. You cannot blame yourself for what you did not see.

The first card, The High Priest in this deck (The Magician in others), cautions that trickery and deception was afoot - maybe even self-deception - and this week you realise you did not know yourself or a situation as well as you'd thought. Whatever the situation, there is a need to be cautious and know yourself and what you want very well indeed, so you can make the right decisions going forward.

The Five of Cups is clear enough: regret rears its head. And it may feel quite cutting (or binding). Again, I am getting a sense of self-blame here, as if, with hindsight, you are kicking yourself because you should have known; you should have looked into things more carefully; you should have researched the situation (etc, etc). But you didn't. And this is leading to quite a bit of inner-misery. As is always the case with the Five of Cups, while it could be better, it's not quite as bad as you feel it is, so take a deep breath, acknowledge your feelings, and try not to wallow, but move on.

The 7 of Discs tells that time is needed and only time will heal wounds. But also, that care and patience is needed. Do not make further decisions if you feel vulnerable - it's all right to stop for a while; take a break. Throw off any outside influences pressuring you to make a choice and stand firm - remember, The High Priest asks that you know yourself and the situation properly before moving forward.

There is an indication that something you have invested in - or are about to invest in - is not as secure as it seems. So, trust fully your intuition first of all; secondly of all, research the issue. Do not cut corners - the 7 of Discs says care must be taken and you must do things properly; absolutely no cutting corners for a quick-fix. Burying your head in the sand and pretending the problem will go away, will also not work. You've got to face this head on and take the time needed to do so properly.

On the up side, all three cards do suggest that you can still turn things around, although it may take time and healing. The Magician is intelligent and capable; three cups are still standing; and 7 of Discs is about knowing the situation and how to digest the dark bits so you can grow stronger through this. (And if you action the needed prudence next week, the outcome may not be that bad in the end.)

Rose Quartz and Nzuri Moyo will help with healing and feelings of regret; Smoky Quartz and Blue Topaz can help with clarity and expression of thoughts.

A new way of doing something is forecast for next week. A new thought form or mental pattern - a new step to your life that has an air of strength and permanence about it. Perhaps it's inspired or triggered by someone wise, who is stable in their own approach to things; or perhaps it's inspired by a long-established organisation or some kind of financial or material-world event that propels things forward. It may have something to do with the permanence of your financial investments - where you put it; what you spend it on.

It does not feel like you are alone in this new quest, either, but that perhaps a group of you will go forward in this "new" way of doing something. It is as if new boundaries and individual strengths are established before going forward with something together. It feels good. The key here, is to make sure you are valued for what you bring to the group, and that others all feel their value. You are all individuals, but also a team if you decide to work together. The onus is on the "i" though - what the individual brings to the team - so make sure you have your fair and equal input. If you do not, independence may be the way forward.

Once the plan is established, the advice here is to take off with it. No need to hold back, but go forth in the spirit of action and making whatever it is happen. The week might move fast, but you are well equipped to deal with it and have all the foundational things in place. So don't be afraid of the new, but boldly go forth where you have not been before. This may involve going on new travels and adventures ... to a distance away from where you have been before. It's all good. Go for it.

Dragonstone, Bloodstone, Garnet, and Carnelian can all help with grounding fiery, motivational, individualised energy, into practical tasks and actions that take everyone forward in the best direction possible.

Happy New Year! I'd like to kick off with a few more thoughts on the New Moon Reading I did yesterday. You can see it here. It was a beautiful reading that gave a very positive vibe for the year ahead if you are able to tap into the energies the cards portrayed; if you can hold that mindset. It doesn't signify that everything, all of the year, is going to be easy, but that if you consistently ask yourself if you are following your heart and doing what is true to it, and you connect your heart and life with your "tribe" (village / community / those you want to see the future through with), it will lead you well this year. So, do keep checking in that all is well with your heart every month, and make sure you do not get dragged or coerced away from its vision. This message is for all of mankind - it is what you can do to stay in a nice, high resonance, and will lead to an easier year for you, overall.

Here is the weekly guidance for next week, which focuses much more on the daily activities specifically for the people reading it:

Selenite is great for communicating with others and fostering "trust" in the new, as is Angelite. New Jade is also great for inspiring a fresh look at things and seeing those opportunities.

Merry Christmas, everyone! Next week's reading is so interesting. I'm going to read the cards very intuitively:

In the Queen of Swords and King of Cups, you've got a powerhouse couple. I feel this is an actual couple that the cards are describing. She's quick-witted, speaks her truth, can be blunt, may be a little emotionally detached, but is steadfast, loyal, and true. He's deeply emotional, and empathic - even psychic - is a good counsellor and always takes others' feelings into account, and might be feeling particularly sensitive at this time of the year. 

I do not do reversed card readings as a general rule, so when one turns up reversed by accident, I pay attention and read it as such. The Nine of Cups suggests that things might not go quite as planned for this notable couple from Monday next week. Wishes might not be fulfilled and plans may have to be changed. However, this is a powerhouse couple who make their own rules and live life to their own script, so this may not altogether be a bad thing. The King of Cups who is facing the problem of the tipped over cups might feel most let down by whatever takes place. The Queen of Swords is looking away from the tipped cups with a knowing look as if she already knew the score.

The trick here - if this couple is you - is to accept whatever takes place in your total truth and with compassion. Be humble. Step back if you need to. Utilise the best qualities of the King and Queen depicted here and lead with your hearts, the power you have, and think outside the box.

The figure in the Nine of Cups looks like a chef, or innkeeper, or someone along those lines, so there is an additional suggestion that basic amenities (like food or housing) might have to be catered for some other way if things do not go to plan next week. Celebrations may be halted, or changed. It's okay. Expect disruption to plans, but make the most of your abundance and everything you already have around you. Be kind, be humble, be wise, and you will still have a week fit for royalty.

Work with Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, and Gold.