Today I pulled for the collective Leo 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 Leo in a romantic connection, together or separate, what shadow work was the Leo there to help this person with – and what shadow work was this person there to help the Leo 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: Control
Tarot: Eight of Wands (reversed), Six of Pentacles (reversed), Two of Swords (reversed).
You
Shadow Work Oracle Card: Attachment
Tarot: Page of Swords, King of Swords, Justice.
General Message
Shadows & Light Oracle Card: Lantern Fairy: A clear solution.
My interpretation:
Your Person
The Shadow Work Oracle card drawn for this person is “Control,” with the message, “By letting go of the illusion of control, we open ourselves to genuine freedom.” It appears that the person you’re thinking of has struggled—or is currently struggling—with a strong need to control their surroundings and circumstances. When they feel unable to maintain complete control over every aspect of their life, it can send them into a downward spiral of negativity, a common challenge for those who are overly fixated on control.
The tarot cards clarifying how you’ve influenced this dynamic are the Eight of Wands reversed, the Six of Pentacles reversed, and the Two of Swords reversed. These cards suggest that you may have taken a step back in this relationship, which is putting your person’s need for control to the test. The reversed Eight of Wands indicates a slowdown or halt in progress, as if you’ve pressed the pause button on things. This could be your way of disrupting the pace they’re accustomed to, challenging their expectations of how things should unfold.
The reversed Six of Pentacles speaks to an imbalance and a lack of mutual exchange. It suggests that you may have pulled back your efforts, no longer giving as much to the relationship. This shift has likely left your person feeling off-balance, as they might be used to a certain level of reciprocity that is no longer there.
The reversed Two of Swords indicates indecision and uncertainty. You might be at a crossroads, unsure of what you want or whether you wish to continue in this relationship. This uncertainty is likely unsettling for your person, as it further disrupts their sense of control. Right now, or perhaps in the past, they may feel as though everything is slipping out of their grasp, which is something they find incredibly difficult to cope with. Without the ability to influence your actions or decisions, they could be feeling quite destabilized.
You
The Shadow Work Oracle card drawn for you is “Attachment,” with the message, “True growth requires letting go.” Letting go of things or people that no longer serve us is often one of the most challenging things we face. This person in your life is helping you with this difficult task—whether it’s letting go of something or someone else, or perhaps even letting go of them.
The tarot cards that clarify how this person is assisting you are the Page of Swords, the King of Swords, and Justice. Both the Page and King of Swords represent logical thinking, intelligence, and clarity of mind. The King, in particular, symbolizes making decisions based on reason rather than emotion. It seems this person has guided you toward a more rational perspective, helping you to overcome emotional attachments that may have been clouding your judgment. They have encouraged you to approach decisions with your head rather than your heart, allowing you to see things more clearly and make choices that are in your best interest.
The Justice card represents fairness, balance, and making judgments that are just and equitable. This person appears to be helping you find balance and fairness in your decisions, urging you to make choices that will benefit you in the long term. They may be assisting you in releasing attachments that have been holding you back, guiding you toward a more balanced and logical approach to life’s challenges. It seems that their influence is helping you to detach not necessarily from them, but from something or someone else that you’ve been holding onto.
Additional Message
The Shadows and Light Oracle card “Lantern Fairy: A Clear Solution” aligns perfectly with the shadow work card of Attachment and the guidance this person has provided you. Through their influence, using logic, intelligence, and a sense of fairness, a clear solution is emerging in your life. You likely already know what this solution is—now it’s a matter of taking action. Trust your instincts and use keen discernment as you move forward. While your person has been instrumental in guiding you to this point, the final decision and the actions that follow are yours to make. Place your hand over your heart, trust in your judgment, and take the next step with confidence.
Decks Used:
Nicoletta Ceccoli Tarot, Shadow Work Oracle, Oracle of Shadows & Light by Lucy Cavendish and Jasmine Becket-Griffith.
