Today I pulled for the collective Taurus 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 Taurus in a romantic connection, together or separate, what shadow work was the Taurus there to help this person with – and what shadow work was this person there to help the Taurus 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: Four of Swords, Page of Cups, Four of Pentacles (reversed).
You
Shadow Work Oracle Card: Regret
Tarot: Three of Swords, Two of Swords, The Chariot.
General Message
Shadows & Light Oracle Card: Sea Storm: Calm and chaos.
My interpretation:
Your Person
The Shadow Work Oracle card drawn for this person is “Control,” which comes with the message, “By letting go of the illusion of control, we open ourselves to genuine freedom.” This card suggests that the person on your mind has struggled or is currently struggling with a deep-seated need to maintain control in various aspects of their life. This need for control can be quite debilitating, as it creates a fragile sense of security. When that control is threatened or lost, it can cause this person to spiral into anxiety or distress.
The tarot cards—Four of Swords, Page of Cups, and the Four of Pentacles in reverse—shed light on how you have helped this person navigate their struggles with control. The Four of Swords represents rest, healing, and relaxation, indicating that your presence in their life brings them a sense of calm. You help them to relax and reassure them that they have nothing to fear, particularly with your nurturing and supportive energy.
The Page of Cups, a card associated with love and emotional connection, suggests that you bring a gentle, loving energy to this relationship. Your compassion and grace help to soften their rigid need for control, allowing them to experience the world with more openness and trust.
The Four of Pentacles in reverse further reinforces this theme, as it symbolizes the release of control and the willingness to let go. Your influence has been instrumental in helping this person relinquish their tight grip on life, encouraging them to flow with the universe rather than resisting it. You’ve helped them move from a place of fear and control to a state of greater ease and flexibility.
You
The Shadow Work Oracle card drawn for you is “Regret,” with the message, “The past cannot be changed, but the future is still in your hands.” This card speaks to an emotional pain or regret that you have carried with you, a wound from the past that has deeply affected you. The person on your mind entered your life to help you heal from this heartache and to assist you in moving forward.
The tarot cards—Three of Swords, Two of Swords, and The Chariot—provide further insight into this healing process. The Three of Swords is a card that directly addresses emotional pain and heartbreak, suggesting that you may have gone through a particularly difficult breakup or betrayal before meeting this person. During this time, you were likely feeling deeply wounded, filled with sorrow, and plagued by regret.
The Two of Swords represents a period of indecision and inner conflict. It often indicates a state of detachment or avoidance, where making decisions becomes difficult due to the emotional turmoil within. Your person played a crucial role in helping you through this challenging time, bringing you the clarity needed to confront your inner conflict and make the necessary decisions to move forward in life.
The Chariot card is a powerful symbol of victory, progress, and forward momentum. It suggests that this person has been a driving force in helping you overcome your past hurts, pushing you toward a new direction in life. Where once you felt stuck, unable to move past your grief, now you have regained your sense of purpose and are moving forward with determination.
Additional Message
The Shadows and Light Oracle card “Sea Storm: Calm amid Chaos” offers additional insight into your relationship with this person. It suggests that your relationship may be marked by intense ups and downs, where moments of harmony and understanding are quickly followed by conflict and tension. This tumultuous dynamic can be challenging, but the card advises taking a step back to focus on the positive aspects of your relationship.
One way to navigate these storms is by openly expressing your appreciation for how this person has helped you. A heartfelt conversation where you acknowledge the positive impact they’ve had on your life can be incredibly disarming and may bring a sense of peace and understanding to both of you. By focusing on the good that has come from your connection, you can strengthen your bond and perhaps smooth out some of the rougher edges in your relationship.
Decks Used:
Nicoletta Ceccoli Tarot, Shadow Work Oracle, Oracle of Shadows & Light by Lucy Cavendish and Jasmine Becket-Griffith.
