The Devil Card in the Tarot

I'm not going to lie - when I first started to read the tarot I was always a little cautious of the devil card, probably because of watching 'The Exorcist' at when I was 13 that terrified me beyond belief of 'the devil' never mind picking a card that represented that archetype. As the years have went on, the fear absolutely faded but the card hasn't always had the best reputation, especially with people who have come from a Christian background.


I think it's important to say I don't believe in a 'devil' as such, I do believe negative energy can exist. I do feel that we all have a shadow, a dark-side - an ego. We all have a side of us that can be a little bit thoughtless, cunning or dare I say downright nasty. I don't even dislike the ego - I'm glad I have one, it keeps me in check and If I didn't have it, I wouldn't have learned half of the lessons I've learned at this point. (Thank you ego!) So I believe at this point I'll say - I'm thankful there's a devil card in the tarot too. (Couldn't get more controversial for an Angel expert, right?)


Recently while reading 'Understanding Aleister Crowley's Thoth Tarot' by Lon Milo DuQuette (my new writing hero) I was intrigued by his thoughts on this particular card, he says he feels it's the most misunderstood card in the deck and I would have to agree. Here's a quote to think about from page 137.

"But if the Devil is supposed to be the card that represents evil, which card should we pick to represent good? All the other trumps have the potential of representing the qualities of both good and evil. Why do we need one card just for evil? Can't the Fool be thoughtless enough; the Magus larcenous enough, the High Priestess seductive enough, the Empress wicked enough..." He goes on to make a point to every trump in the deck...

What's your thoughts and experience? Can you see the Devil card as a positive sign? Have you had it come up when visiting a Tarot reader? Are you a Tarot reader? I'd love to know.

Personally I've always read this card as a positive card when my client is happily married as for me it symbolizes a bond that can never be broken. The card in this particular deck as you'll probably know is so phallic (you just need to look at it) so I've always seen the Devil card as a symbol of life force, a passionate lover, the libido, energy - you get the point


Other ways I see this card:

Being held back by your own fears and ego
Feeling chained or stuck in a situation (could be anything from relationships/work/debt)
Being overly materialistic
Sexuality, Sexual attention
The sign of Capricorn

I really seen how this card can have two sides while allowing a client to pick cards recently. She told me about a guy who she really fell in love for quickly but she had been let down off of him twice after 2 long haul flights to visit him. I said "Pick a card from my deck to represent him and we'll see what it says" the card she picked was The Devil reversed;

I personally seen this as someone who can't offer the unbreakable bond of love (at that particular time), that he could be like that Devil on her shoulder that she can't get out of her mind, someone that lured her in with his libido and lust but again, smirking back at her when he can't offer her the commitment she deserves at this time. I pointed out that he isn't a bad guy at all but he really doesn't want to commit himself at this time. She agreed to all of the above.

Would I have changed my mind if it was upright - probably! But the Universe has spoken and I ALWAYS read what the signs say.

Open your mind to the Tarot, it's rich in symbolism and if it scares you - life probably does too, it's time to break those fears friends. It's a wonderful tool.

In this blog I'm giving away a Strength, Heart & Challenge reading. Using the Tarot I will help you discover what your strength is at this time, what your heart is allowing in and the challenge you need to overcome to achieve any goals. Just type a comment why you feel it can help you and you'll be notified by September 21st 2013 (but remember the interaction MUST be about the blog too) x

ILA - Beyond Organic Products

http://ila-spa.com

Those of you who are on a spiritual pathway know how important it is to use products that are ethical, organic and that are going to compliment your positive mindset. I have always just used products that are on the high street until now. Only a few months ago while visiting the Blythswood Spa in Glasgow I became aware of this new organic and luxurious brand - ila.

ila products are absolutely phenomenal. Energy conscious products that are beyond organic. The are handblended in the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire. Their products are not tested on aminals, they contain no petrochemicals but only natures preservatives.

Their products contain only the finest ingredients including Himalayan Salt Crystals, Damascena Rose Otto and Argan oil.

Not only is this brand turning heads in the world of well-being, but high fashion magazines are also becoming aware of them too!

The founder Denice Leicester has spent a lifetime exploring the dynamics of natural healing. Her skills cover everything from being a qualified nurse, yoga teacher, healer and aromatherapist. The journey of discovery has allowed her to go from England to India.

 (Founder Denise Leicester)

Here's a quote from their website:

"In 2005, following two decades investigating the subtlety of being in the medical, holistic and spiritual worlds, Denise developed a unique concept of well-being that addressed the inner essence through the skin: an absolutely pure product range created in complete harmony with nature and delivered with conscious, healing intent. She named the brand after the Hindu Goddess of Truth and the Sanskrit word for Earth: ila."


ila products not only smell good, but they feel good too. Applying them to your body make your skin radiate, allow your spiritual energy centres to 'bling'.

Here's my top 5 ila products and my comments on them:

1.  Face Oil for Glowing Radiance.

This little bottle of magic lights up your skin. It's like an angel has poured love from her heart into a bottle. Even though Rose is known for it's more feminine connection, I love it. My face after using this lights up, my cheeks have colour and my facial hair is conditioned. This face oil isn't greasy in the slightest, it does exactly what it says on the bottle.

For the girls, it's the ultimate handbag accessory, your skin will have never looked so good!

You can get yours HERE!


2.  Day Cream for Glowing Radiance

Going hand in hand with the face oil this day cream leaves your skin feeling soothed and loved. After wearing this Day cream, my skin is hydrated the WHOLE DAY. I've never been able to find a cream that allows my face to feel soft and loved, especially with these winter nights coming in.

I have to say when applying the cream it isn't too thick or greasy, my skin soaked up the goodness as if it was receiving all it's daily vitamins in one go. DIVINE!

Get yours HERE

3. Body Scrub for Energising and Detoxifying

The scrub that makes my chakras bling!!! This is the ULTIMATE body scrub that makes you not only smell absolutely divine, you feel it too. When I do my work, especially lectures and demonstrations I really like to make sure my physical body is scrubbed of any toxins and old energy. I scrub myself on the points where my chakra points are, this ensures they are cleansed and energised. This scrub is like hidden treasure, I use it like it's going out of style!

Get yours HERE

4. Body Oil for Vital Energy

The same scent and ingredients from the body scrub this vital energy oil contains wild-crafted juniper berry, rose geranium and organic rosehip seed oil. I use this oil all over and have noticed it really hydrates my skin. My tattoos have never looked so good!!!

Recently in a club someone mentioned to me that as I walked by them and this 'fresh and zingy' smell trailed behind me that was 'gorgeous'... IT WAS THIS OIL! I've had it since June and it's not even halfway through the bottle, a little goes a long way!

Get yours HERE

5. Energy Spray for an Aura of Confidence

Take this spray EVERYWHERE! Ensuring your personal space and energy field is surrounded with positivity is so important. I carry this little bottle in my bag, especially if I'm on the move, traveling or doing a lot of meetings. I recently was at a Spiritual Seminar that was really intense with loads of weird and wonderful energies, I needed to cleanse myself as I left. This spray helped pick me back up again. Wonderful, fresh but not too in your face. Great if you're going on a long journey!

Get yours HERE

I LOVE ila!!!!

THANK YOU DROP DEAD CLOTHING!

I'm so blessed to be sponsored by Drop Dead clothing. I remember in my teens being a huge fan of this brand and saving up to buy t-shirts from them. Fast forward a few years and I have a page on their website, call them 'family' and they send me amazing things to wear! They even sponsored the photo on the front cover of my book, sent me my outfit for my This Morning appearance and kitted me out for a photo shoot in Las Vegas.

During my recent trip to London, Julia from Drop Dead HQ organised for me to go in and pick up a few things to wear, here's what I chose:

SIMBA

HAVE YOU SEEN MY KITTY?

CATSBERRY RIPPLE

MOMMY'S VERY ANGRY

EVIL WATCH