Today I pulled for the collective Aquarius sign to ask about the shadow work they are meant to help with and learn from regarding the person on their mind in a romantic connection.
The question asked of the Universe and Guides was: With respect to the person on the mind of the Aquarius in a romantic connection, together or separate, what shadow work was the Scorpio there to help this person with – and what shadow work was this person there to help the Aquarius with? Clarify with tarot and also provide a general message with the Shadows & Light Oracle.
Cards pulled:
The Person on Your Mind
Shadow Work Oracle Card: Rejection
Tarot: Three of Wands (reversed), The Hanged Man, Ten of Wands (reversed).
You
Shadow Work Oracle Card: Distrust
Tarot: Eight of Pentacles, Six of Cups, Seven of Wands.
General Message
Shadows & Light Oracle Card: Violet Duchess: Stifled, bored, and stuck.
My interpretation:
Your Person
The Shadow Work Oracle card drawn for this individual is “Rejection,” which carries the message, “Through the sting of being left out, we discover our inner worth.” Sometimes, dear Aquarius, our role in someone’s life is to help them face difficult trials. In some cases, we may even be the ones to bring those trials into their lives because they are meant to confront them. In this situation, it appears that you rejected this person, leading them to experience a profound and painful lesson.
This is reflected in the tarot cards drawn: the reversed Three of Wands, The Hanged Man, and the reversed Ten of Wands. The reversed Three of Wands signifies missed opportunities, delays, and deep frustration. It indicates a lack of emotional balance, leaving them feeling disappointed and unfulfilled. This likely represents how they felt during your time together—disappointment intertwined with a sense of rejection. This led them into a period of introspection, symbolized by The Hanged Man. This card embodies solitude and deep reflection, a journey of self-discovery following a dark night of the soul. Finally, the reversed Ten of Wands suggests a release of burdens. Although they may have felt the sting of rejection intensely, they have managed to work through this pain and let go of the heavy weight it carried.
You
The Shadow Work Oracle card drawn for you is “Distrust,” with the message, “Faith in oneself can rebuild trust in others.” It seems that at some point, you struggled with a deep mistrust of others. However, this person entered your life and showed you that trust can be rebuilt, not just in them but perhaps in others as well.
The tarot cards clarifying how this person helped you are the Eight of Pentacles, the Six of Cups, and the Seven of Wands. The Eight of Pentacles is a card of perseverance, hard work, and dedication. This person likely demonstrated their trustworthiness through consistent effort and commitment. Initially, you may have found it hard to believe, but their persistence paid off. The Six of Cups represents kindness, generosity, and a joyful, playful energy. This energy may have helped you lower your defenses, allowing you to open up and begin to trust again. The Seven of Wands speaks of the need to defend your position, which might represent an ongoing struggle for you. It suggests that there is still a lingering belief or fear that you are fiercely defending, and this may continue to affect your ability to fully trust others. The journey of healing and rebuilding trust is ongoing, and there is still work to be done to release this negative belief.
Additional Message
The Shadows and Light Oracle card “Violet Duchess: Stifled, bored, and stuck” brings an important message, dear Aquarius. You might be feeling a sense of lack or stagnation in your life, which could be why this person felt rejected by you. Did you distance yourself because of boredom or dissatisfaction? Regardless of the reason, remember that the responsibility for bringing excitement and fulfillment into your life lies with you. You have the power and control to shake things up and reignite your passion. Don’t allow a lackluster aura to overshadow your life—take action to create the excitement and joy you desire.
Decks Used:
Nicoletta Ceccoli Tarot, Shadow Work Oracle, Oracle of Shadows & Light by Lucy Cavendish and Jasmine Becket-Griffith.
