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Episode 23 - — The Court Cards: Who Are These People?

Pages. Knights. Queens. Kings. Sixteen people wandering around the tarot deck apparently expecting us to know who the hell they are. In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan to tackle one of the trickiest parts of tarot: the Court Cards. When a Court appears, it’s easy to immediately wonder: Who is this? Is it me? My partner? My boss? Someone I haven’t met yet? But what if we stopped trying so hard to identify who the Court is and started asking: What is this Court trying to show me? Clo and Meaghan explore a simpler way of understanding the Courts — not as sixteen personalities you need to memorize, but as different relationships with the energy of each suit. 👑 The Court Card Cheat Code Start with the suit: 🔥 Wands — passion, desire, creativity, confidence, action 💧 Cups — emotion, relationships, intuition, connection ⚔️ Swords — thought, communication, truth, perspective, boundaries 🌿 Pentacles — body, resources, work, money, habits, stability Then add the role: Page — I explore. Curiosity, learning and discovering the energy. Knight — I pursue. Movement, experimentation and actively engaging with the energy. Queen — I embody. The energy has been internalized and lived. King — I direct. Mastery, responsibility and intentionally using the energy. Suit + Role. Suddenly, sixteen Court Cards become a whole lot easier to understand. 💜 A Different Way to Read the Courts Instead of immediately asking “Who is this?”, try asking: 1. What suit is it? What kind of energy are we dealing with? 2. What role is it? Am I exploring, pursuing, embodying or directing this energy? 3. Whose energy is this? Me? Someone around me? Or an invitation for how I could show up? 4. Healthy or shadow? How is this energy actually being expressed? And then look at the cards surrounding it. Context matters more than memorization. 🔮 Reflection Questions What Court energy feels most familiar to me? Where am I a Queen or King — and where am I still very much a Page? Is there a role or identity I’ve outgrown? What part of myself might I need to bring forward? Where has one of my strengths moved into its shadow? When a Court appears, can I ask what is this showing me? before deciding who is this? The Court Cards don’t have to be sixteen separate definitions to memorize. Reach Clo at: 💜 thisaintfortunetelling.com Reach Meaghan at https://www.somaticintimacycoaching.ca/ Until next time — trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 22 — Pentacles Energy: What Are You Building?

In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan to close out the journey through the four suits of the Minor Arcana with Pentacles — the suit that brings everything back down to earth. Pentacles are often thought of as the “money cards,” but they’re about so much more: our bodies, work, health, time, energy, resources, habits, security, capacity — and the tangible lives we create through the choices we make every day. Our guiding question: What am I building — and is the way I’m building it sustainable? Clo and Meaghan follow the Pentacles from Ace through Ten, exploring what it actually takes to turn an idea into something real. They talk about sustainable capacity, asking for help, scarcity and survival, giving versus receiving, consistency, and knowing when something needs more time — versus when the way you’re doing it needs to change. They also explore one of the biggest lessons of Pentacles energy: real change isn’t always exciting. Sometimes it’s simply doing the thing again and again until one day, something has changed. 🌿 In This Episode Pentacles as more than the “money suit” Your body, time, energy and attention as resources Sustainable capacity and small, consistent change The journey from Ace through Ten of Pentacles Scarcity, survival and asking for support Giving, receiving and over-giving Knowing when to keep going — and when to change your approach Why consistency matters more than constant inspiration The Pentacles Court Cards and embodied abundance Why information alone doesn’t create transformation A four-card Roots & Resources collective reading ✨ The Collective Reading Things get especially interesting when the cards bring forward the Eight of Swords, Queen of Pentacles, Four of Wands and Devil. The conversation turns toward limiting beliefs, embodiment, where we’re directing our energy, the patterns that keep us stuck — and recognizing that sometimes we have to take off the blindfold before we can begin building something new. 🔮 Reflection Questions What am I actually building right now? Do my daily choices support what I say I want? What resources am I overlooking? Where am I spending energy I don’t actually have? What needs consistency rather than intensity? What would sustainable growth actually look like for me? 🌎 The Four Suits Cups: What are my emotions trying to tell me? Swords: What story am I telling myself? Wands: What wants to come alive? Pentacles: What am I building — and is it sustainable? I feel it. I understand it. I want it. And then I have to build it. Because eventually, insight has to become something we actually live. 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling thisaintfortunetelling.com Visit the website for the blog, readings, upcoming events and more from This Ain’t Fortune Telling. Meaghan -https://www.somaticintimacycoaching.ca/ If you enjoyed this episode, follow the show, share it, and leave a rating or review. Until next time — trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention

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Episode 21 — Wands Energy: What Wants to Come Alive?

In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan to explore the suit of Wands — the tarot’s realm of fire, desire, creativity, ambition, confidence, sexuality, and life force. If Cups asks, “What are my emotions trying to tell me?” and Swords asks, “What story am I telling myself?”, Wands asks: What wants to come alive? Together, Clo and Meaghan follow the journey of the Wands from the first spark of the Ace through possibility, growth, visibility, resistance, momentum, resilience, and eventually the burden that can come when something we once loved becomes too heavy to carry. This episode explores the difference between genuine desire and obligation, the vulnerability of being seen, the fine line between resilience and burnout, and what it means to reconnect with the parts of ourselves that still have energy. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting the future — it’s about understanding the energy you’re working with so you can choose how to meet it. 🔥 In This Episode What Wands energy represents in tarot Fire as desire, passion, creativity, and movement The journey from Ace through Ten of Wands Visibility, confidence, and being seen The difference between persistence and overextension How passion can slowly become burden The Wands Court Cards and different relationships with fire A Wands-themed tarot reading focused on what wants to come alive ✨ Key Takeaways Desire is information. Not everything you start is meant to be carried forever. Visibility can feel vulnerable even when it’s something you wanted. Passion needs tending, not constant pushing. Resilience is powerful, but so is knowing when to stop. Burnout can happen even around things we genuinely love. Fire moves — what inspired you before may not be what inspires you now. 🔮 Reflection Questions What genuinely excites me right now? Where am I following desire — and where am I following obligation? What used to light me up but now feels heavy? Where am I overextending myself? What part of me wants more room to live? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling thisaintfortunetelling.com Read the blog, explore upcoming events, or book a tarot reading through the website. Meaghan Somaticintimacycoachin.ca If this episode resonates, share it with someone who could use a little more fire in their life — or maybe permission to put one of the ten wands down. Until next time — trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 20 — Swords Energy: The Stories We Tell Ourselves

In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Victoria to explore the suit of Swords — the tarot’s realm of thought, truth, communication, decisions, conflict, and, yes… overthinking. If Cups asked us, “What are my emotions trying to tell me?”, Swords asks a very different question: What story am I telling myself? Together, Clo and Victoria follow the journey of the Swords from the clarity of the Ace through decision, heartbreak, conflict, anxiety, perspective, and ultimately the ending of a mental cycle. And while Swords have a reputation for being some of the more difficult cards in tarot, they aren’t inherently negative. A sword can wound, but it can also cut through confusion, establish boundaries, and help us separate what we fear from what we actually know to be true. 🔮 In This Episode What Swords energy represents in tarot Air as the element of thought, truth, and communication Why Swords aren’t necessarily “bad” cards The journey from the Ace through the Ten of Swords Heartbreak, conflict, anxiety, and overthinking The difference between our thoughts and the facts The Swords Court Cards and different relationships with truth A Swords clarity reading: the story vs. the truth ✨ Key Takeaways Thoughts are powerful, but thoughts aren’t always facts. The stories we create around an experience can sometimes cause as much suffering as the experience itself. Clarity can be uncomfortable and still be valuable. Boundaries don’t require cruelty. Rest is part of mental health, not an interruption of productivity. Overthinking can make imagined outcomes feel very real. Sometimes moving forward requires questioning the story we’ve been repeating. 💬 Memorable Lines “What story am I telling myself?” “Sometimes the greatest clarity comes from questioning the narrator.” “A sword can hurt — but it can also cut through confusion.” “Just because you think something doesn’t necessarily mean it’s true.” 🔮 Reflection Questions What story am I currently telling myself? What do I actually know to be true? What am I assuming? Is this thought helping me understand something — or keeping me stuck? What might change if I questioned the story instead of automatically believing it? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling thisaintfortunetelling.com Read the blog, explore upcoming events, or book a tarot reading through the website. If this episode resonates, share it with someone whose brain occasionally likes to turn one thought into a full eight-season Netflix series. 😏 And if you’re enjoying This Ain’t Fortune Telling, follow the show and leave a rating or review to help more people find us. Until next time — trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 19 — Cups Energy: The Language of the Heart

In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan for the first installment in the Minor Arcana series as they explore the suit of Cups—the suit of emotions, relationships, intuition, and connection. Rather than looking at each card individually, this conversation follows the emotional journey of the Cups from the first spark of feeling in the Ace through to the emotional maturity of the King. Together, Clo and Meaghan explore how our emotions evolve, what they reveal about us, and why learning to listen to them is far more powerful than trying to silence them. The guiding question for this episode is simple: What are my emotions trying to tell me? Through discussion, practical examples, and a live tarot reading, they unpack how Cups energy shows up in everyday life—from love and vulnerability to grief, nostalgia, emotional fulfillment, and everything in between. As always, tarot here isn't about predicting the future—it's about understanding yourself with greater honesty, compassion, and awareness. 🔮 In This Episode What the Cups suit represents in tarot Why water is the perfect symbol for emotions The emotional journey through the Cups Relationships, intuition, vulnerability, and connection Emotional intelligence through the Court Cards Why feelings aren't problems to solve A collective Cups-themed tarot reading ✨ Key Takeaways Emotions are information, not obstacles. Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. Emotional growth happens through curiosity, not judgment. Every feeling has something to teach us. Healing isn't about avoiding difficult emotions—it's about learning to move through them. The Cups remind us that connection begins with ourselves. 💬 Memorable Lines "Your emotions aren't your enemy—they're your language." "The Cups don't ask, 'How do I feel better?' They ask, 'What is this feeling trying to teach me?'" "Our emotions aren't problems to solve. They're messages to understand." 🔮 Reflection Questions What emotion have I been trying not to feel? What would change if I became curious instead of critical? What is this feeling trying to tell me? Where am I being invited into deeper emotional honesty? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain't Fortune Telling 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Read the blog, explore upcoming events, or book a tarot reading at the website. Meaghan www.somaticaintimacycoaching.ca If this episode resonated, share it with someone who could use a little more compassion for their emotional world. And if you're enjoying the podcast, following the show, leaving a rating, or writing a review helps more people discover This Ain't Fortune Telling. Until next time— trust what's showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 18 - Ace Energy - The seeds of each suit

n this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Tara for a conversation about the four Aces of the tarot and the unique energy each one brings. Often seen as cards of beginnings, the Aces are more than opportunities or fresh starts—they are seeds. Each Ace contains the essence of its suit and represents the first spark of possibility before the story unfolds. Together, Clo and Tara explore the Ace of Wands as the seed of passion and creativity, the Ace of Cups as emotional openness and connection, the Ace of Swords as clarity and truth, and the Ace of Pentacles as grounded opportunity and sustainable growth. Through imagery, practical examples, and a live reading, they discuss how Ace energy often arrives quietly and why recognizing these small beginnings can be just as important as celebrating major milestones. As always, tarot here isn't about predicting what will happen next—it's about recognizing the energy available to you right now and deciding what you're willing to nurture. 🔮 In This Episode What Ace energy actually represents The Ace of Wands: the seed of fire, passion, and inspiration The Ace of Cups: the seed of emotional connection and intuition The Ace of Swords: the seed of truth, clarity, and perspective The Ace of Pentacles: the seed of tangible growth and opportunity Why beginnings often arrive quietly How to recognize emerging energy in your life A live reading focused on new beginnings ✨ Key Takeaways Aces are seeds, not outcomes Potential still requires participation New beginnings are often subtle Not every opportunity needs to become something permanent Clarity can be just as transformative as action Sustainable growth starts with small, consistent steps You don't need the whole plan to honour a beginning 💬 Memorable Lines "An Ace is not the outcome. It's the seed." "The Ace isn't the whole story. It's the moment the story becomes possible." "Most beginnings don't arrive loudly. They arrive quietly and ask if you're willing to nurture them." 🔮 Reflection Questions What seed is trying to grow in my life right now? What beginning have I been dismissing because it feels small? What wants my attention, energy, or trust? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain't Fortune Telling 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com 514-216-9291 Tara TaraT.inspire@gmail.com 514-892-2450 Until next time — trust what's showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 17 - Summer Solstice Special — Light, Growth & What Wants to Fully Live

In this special Summer Solstice episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan for a conversation about the longest day of the year and what this turning point in the Wheel of the Year can teach us about growth, visibility, and sustainable expansion. Together, they explore the symbolism of the Summer Solstice, the tension between growth and burnout, and why being fully seen can feel both exciting and uncomfortable. Through reflection, personal stories, and a collective tarot reading, they discuss what it means to honor where you are in your journey instead of constantly chasing what's next. ✨ In this episode: The meaning and symbolism of the Summer Solstice Growth, visibility, and personal expansion The difference between thriving and overextending Reflecting on how far you've come since winter A collective Summer Solstice tarot reading Simple ways to work with Solstice energy in your own life 💭 Reflection Question: What in your life is asking to be fully lived instead of postponed? Connect with Clo: 🌐 thisaintfortunetelling.com Meaghan https://www.somaticintimacycoaching.ca/ Until next time — trust what's showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 16 - Major Arcana Wrap up

Archetypes, Patterns & Revisiting The Fool’s Journey In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan for a big-picture conversation about the Major Arcana, the Fool’s Journey, and the patterns we revisit throughout our lives. Rather than reviewing the cards one by one, this episode explores what the Major Arcana actually represent: archetypes, cycles, and the deeply human process of growth, awareness, disruption, and integration. Together, Clo and Meaghan break the Fool’s Journey into three phases: ✨ Learning the world ✨ Understanding the self ✨ Truth, disruption & integration They explore how we move through these phases repeatedly, not as a straight line, but as a spiral, revisiting lessons with deeper awareness each time. The conversation touches on identity, performance, accountability, emotional growth, self-trust, burnout, integration, and what it really means to “learn a lesson.” This episode is less about memorizing tarot and more about recognizing yourself inside the journey. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore Why the Major Arcana are archetypes, not events The Fool’s Journey as a spiral, not a straight line The three major phases of the journey Learning identity, structure, and expectations Emotional awareness, accountability, and self-trust Truth, disruption, healing, and integration The difference between knowledge and embodied wisdom Why we revisit the same lessons throughout life How reflection helps us recognize patterns and growth ✨ The Three Phases of The Fool’s Journey Phase 1 — Learning the World Magician → Chariot Identity, expectations, structure, belonging, and learning how to function in the collective. Phase 2 — Understanding the Self Strength → Temperance Inner work, emotional awareness, accountability, perspective shifts, and integration. Phase 3 — Truth, Disruption & Integration Devil → World Truth rising, illusions breaking, healing, awakening, and embodied wisdom. 💬 Memorable Lines “You never finish the Fool’s Journey.” “Growth isn’t linear. it’s a spiral.” “Sometimes the lesson returning means you’re ready to go deeper.” “The World isn’t an ending. It’s integration.” “You can be in multiple phases of the journey at the same time.” 🔮 Reflection Questions Where am I right now: learning, reflecting, or transforming? Am I in a breakthrough moment or an integration phase? What lesson keeps revisiting me — and what deeper layer might be asking for attention? Am I allowing this phase of my journey to be enough? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Meaghan https://www.somaticintimacycoaching.ca/

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Episode 15 — The Sun, Judgement & The World

Clarity, Calling & What Happens After the Awakening In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan to explore the final stretch of the Major Arcana through three powerful archetypes: The Sun, Judgement, and The World. Together, these cards tell a story about clarity, truth, and what happens when we finally stop negotiating with ourselves. The conversation begins with The Sun — the card of visibility, openness, and seeing things clearly for what they are. But the deeper work of this episode lives inside Judgement and The World. Judgement is explored not as punishment or criticism, but as a call to truth. The moment where something inside you wakes up and says: you already know. It’s the archetype of awakening, accountability, and choosing whether or not to live in alignment with what you now understand. And then comes The World — not an ending, but integration. The moment where the lessons become lived experience, where a cycle completes, and where we step into a different version of ourselves. Through imagery, real-life reflection, and a live reading, Clo and Meaghan explore what it means to hear the call of your own life — and what changes once you do. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting what’s coming — it’s about understanding what’s happening now so you can meet it consciously. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore The Sun as clarity, openness, and visibility Judgement as awakening, truth, and inner calling The World as integration and completion The difference between knowing something and living it Why truth becomes uncomfortable once we can no longer ignore it The emotional experience of stepping into a new version of yourself Completion as integration — not perfection The final arc of the Fool’s Journey ✨ Key Takeaways Clarity often arrives before change does Judgement is a call to truth, not punishment Awakening usually begins internally before life changes externally Ignoring what you know becomes harder over time Completion is not the same as “being done” The World represents integration and expansion Growth happens when truth becomes action You don’t need certainty — you need honesty 💬 Memorable Lines “Judgement is the call to become who you already know you are.” “You don’t need certainty. You need honesty.” “The World isn’t an ending — it’s integration.” 🔮 Reflection Questions What truth have I already heard… but haven’t fully lived yet? What part of me is ready to move forward? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Meaghan https://www.somaticintimacycoaching.ca/

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Episode 14 - The Star and The Moon

🎙️ Episode 14 — The Star & The Moon Hope, Intuition & Learning to Trust What You Can’t Fully See In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan to explore two cards that live in the same emotional landscape, even if they feel completely different. The Star and The Moon. One brings softness, openness, and quiet hope. The other brings uncertainty, emotion, and the feeling of not quite knowing what’s real yet. Together, these cards speak to a very human experience: moving forward without full clarity. Clo and Meaghan unpack how The Star represents the moment after things have fallen apart, where healing begins and we cautiously open again. While The Moon reflects the space where things are still unclear, where intuition matters more than logic, and where not everything is meant to be understood right away. This conversation moves beyond “positive vs negative” interpretations and into something more real, what it actually feels like to trust yourself when you don’t have all the answers. Through imagery, real-life reflection, and a live reading, this episode explores how hope and uncertainty often exist side by side, and how learning to navigate both is part of growth. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting what’s coming, it’s about understanding what’s happening now so you can meet it with awareness. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore The Star as healing, openness, and quiet hope The Moon as uncertainty, emotion, and intuitive navigation Why these cards often show up together in real life The difference between clarity and trust How people protect themselves from vulnerability after being hurt What it means to move forward without full understanding The role of intuition when logic can’t lead Navigating emotional uncertainty without rushing to answers ✨ Key Takeaways Hope doesn’t always feel strong — sometimes it’s quiet and tentative You don’t need full clarity to move forward The Moon isn’t confusion to fix — it’s a space to navigate Intuition isn’t certainty — it’s guidance Vulnerability is part of healing, not a sign of weakness Growth often happens while things are still unclear Trust builds through experience, not immediate answers 🔮 Reflection Questions Where in my life am I being asked to stay open, even if it feels vulnerable? What might be asking for my trust — even if I don’t fully understand it yet? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Meaghan - Co-host extrordinare https://www.somaticintimacycoaching.ca/ If this episode resonated, share it with someone navigating uncertainty — and consider leaving a review so more listeners can find the show. Until next time — trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention. 🃏✨

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Episode 13 - The Devil and The Tower

Attachment, Truth & the Moment Everything Shifts In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Victoria to explore two of the most misunderstood,and often feared, cards in the tarot: The Devil and The Tower. These cards don’t predict disaster. They reveal truth. The Devil shows us where we feel stuck. In patterns, habits, relationships, or beliefs. Aand where we may be reinforcing that stuckness without realizing it. The Tower represents the moment those illusions can no longer hold, when clarity arrives and something shifts. Together, these cards tell a very human story: the slow awareness that something isn’t working… and the moment we can’t ignore it anymore. This conversation moves beyond fear-based interpretations and into something more useful, awareness. The kind that helps you recognize where you still have agency, where you’ve been avoiding what you already know, and how clarity, even when it feels disruptive, can create real change. Through imagery, real-life examples, and a live reading, Clo and Victoria explore the relationship between gradual knowing and sudden shifts and why the things that fall apart were often never sustainable to begin with. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting what’s coming, it’s about understanding what’s happening now so you can meet it consciously. In This Episode, We Explore The Devil as attachment, patterns, and perceived limitation The Tower as disruption, truth, and necessary change Why these cards are often feared (and misunderstood) The connection between avoidance and sudden shifts Where we still have agency, even when we feel stuck How awareness creates the opportunity for change Key Takeaways The Devil shows where we feel stuck — but often aren’t Many limitations are reinforced by belief, not reality The Tower doesn’t destroy what’s solid — it reveals what isn’t Avoiding truth builds pressure over time Clarity can feel uncomfortable before it feels freeing You have more agency than you think 💬 Memorable Lines “The Devil doesn’t trap you — it shows you where you’re participating in the trap.” “The Tower doesn’t destroy what’s solid.” “The Tower often says what the Devil has been whispering all along.” 🔮 Reflection Questions What am I pretending not to know right now? Where do I feel stuck — and is that actually true? 💜 Connect Clo — Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Until next time — trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 12 - Death and Temperance

Episode 12 — Death & Temperance Endings, Integration & the Balance That Follows In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Meaghan for a conversation about what happens after things fall apart, or more accurately, after they end. Following the movement of The Wheel of Fortune and Justice, this episode lands in the next phase of the cycle: Death and Temperance, the transition from ending to integration. Death is often misunderstood as loss or catastrophe, but in tarot, it’s something quieter and more honest. It’s the moment we stop resisting what is already over. The moment we accept that a chapter has completed. Even if part of us wishes it hadn’t. And right beside it, we find Temperance. Not as relief. Not as instant healing. But as the slow, steady process of rebuilding balance. Together, these cards speak to a deeply human experience: letting go of what cannot continue, and learning how to live in what comes next. Through imagery, real-life reflection, and a live reading, Clo and Meaghan explore how endings create space, how balance is rebuilt (not restored), and why transformation is often less dramatic, and more sacred, than we expect. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting what’s coming — it’s about understanding what’s happening now so you can meet it with awareness. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore Death as completion, not collapse Why endings are neutral — even when they feel emotional The symbolism of Death in the Rider–Waite deck Temperance as integration, not instant healing Rebuilding balance after a major life shift The connection between emotional endings and nervous system regulation Why transformation requires both release and patience How identity shifts after letting something go The relationship between grief, acceptance, and growth ✨ Key Takeaways Death represents endings that are already complete — not ones we can avoid Letting go is often about acceptance, not action Transformation begins when resistance ends Temperance is the process of rebuilding balance, not returning to the past Healing is gradual, not immediate Growth requires both release and integration You don’t become someone new instantly — you recalibrate over time Balance is created, not restored Endings make space for a different version of stability The process of becoming is often quiet and slow 🎧 Live Reading Highlight This episode includes a live reading for a listener navigating how to build something lasting from experiences that feel fleeting. Through the lens of Death and Temperance, the reading explores: What needs to be released What balance is being rebuilt What supports the transition forward 💜 Connect & Explore Further Clo Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling Tarot for clarity, not prediction 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com 🃏 Book a reading, explore the blog, or check upcoming offerings Meaghan somaticaintimacycoaching.ca venusianwomb.com

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Episode 11 - The Hanged Man

Pause, Perspective & the Wisdom of Surrender In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by Victoria to explore one of the most misunderstood, and often resisted, cards in the tarot: The Hanged Man. This archetype doesn’t ask for action. It asks for something much harder: A pause. Together, Clo and Victoria unpack the symbolism of The Hanged Man, including the upside-down perspective, the sense of suspension, and the quiet clarity that can emerge when we stop trying to force movement. This card isn’t about being stuck or punished, it’s about stepping out of patterns long enough to see something differently. The conversation moves into real-life application, exploring what it feels like when life slows down unexpectedly, when clarity doesn’t come on demand, and when the only real option is to sit with what is. Through teaching, reflection, and a live reading, this episode invites listeners to reconsider their relationship with waiting, surrender, and the discomfort of not knowing what comes next. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting the future, it’s about understanding the moment you’re in so you can meet it with more awareness. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore The symbolism and imagery of The Hanged Man Why this card represents perspective, not punishment The difference between being stuck and being in a meaningful pause Resistance to slowing down in a productivity-driven world How perspective shifts often require stillness What surrender actually looks like in real life The emotional experience of uncertainty and waiting How to work with periods of suspension instead of fighting them ✨ Key Takeaways The Hanged Man represents perspective gained through pause Not all stillness is stagnation — some of it is necessary Surrender is not giving up — it’s allowing clarity to emerge Growth doesn’t always come through action Resistance often makes a pause feel longer than it is A shift in perspective can change everything Waiting can be productive when it creates awareness Not knowing is part of the process, not a failure of it The Hanged Man invites us to stop forcing and start seeing 🎧 Live Reading Highlight This episode includes a live tarot reading exploring what it means to be in a “paused” phase of life and how to work with that space instead of trying to escape it. 🔮 Reflection Questions Where in your life are you being asked to pause — even if you don’t want to? What might become clearer if you stopped trying to force an answer? 💜 Connect & Explore Further Clo Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling Tarot for clarity, not prediction 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Read the blog, book a reading, or explore current offerings Victoria Looking for Victoria? You can reach her here at Taurus Moon Tarot 514-793-3906 If this episode resonated, share it with someone who’s in a season of waiting, and consider leaving a review to help others find the show. Until next time, trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 10 - Tarot - What we love, hate and don't understand

A Panel Conversation In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo brings together a small panel of tarot readers and tarot-curious humans for an honest conversation about the cards. What draws us to them, what frustrates us, and what still confuses us. Joining Clo for this roundtable discussion are Tara, Meaghan, and Sabrina, bringing a mix of seasoned experience and fresh perspective to the table. Together, they talk about how people first find tarot, the role intuition plays in reading the cards, and the many ways tarot can support self-discovery and personal growth. The conversation also touches on common misconceptions, frustrations within tarot culture, and the tension between structured learning and intuitive interpretation. Along the way, the panel explores topics that often spark debate in the tarot community, from reversals and symbolism to the impact of social media and the evolving language around the cards. At its heart, this episode is about curiosity. Tarot isn’t presented here as a fixed system or a set of rules to master, but as a reflective tool that helps people understand themselves, their patterns, and their choices more clearly. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore How people first discover tarot and what draws them in The role of intuition in reading the cards Why tarot decks and imagery can resonate differently with each reader The joy — and challenge — of reading for others Frustrations within tarot culture and common misunderstandings Reversals, structured meanings, and intuitive interpretation The influence of social media on tarot practice Doubt, skepticism, and evolving relationships with the cards Gendering and language within tarot symbolism Tarot as a mirror for personal growth and self-reflection ✨ Key Takeaways Tarot can be a powerful tool for reflection and self-discovery Intuition often develops through practice and curiosity Different readers approach tarot in very different ways Tarot culture can be inspiring, but also complicated Social media has changed how people learn and share tarot Doubt and skepticism are a natural part of the learning process The cards can open conversations about identity, archetypes, and symbolism Tarot is less about predicting the future and more about understanding the present 💜 Connect With Us Clo Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling Tarot for clarity, not prediction. 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Read the blog, book a reading, or explore current offerings through the website. Tara TaraT.Inspire@gmail.com Meaghan somaticaintimacycoaching.ca venusianwomb.com If this episode resonated, share it with someone who’s tarot-curious and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. Until next time: trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention.

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Episode 9 - The Wheel of Fortune and Justice

Episode 9 — Wheel of Fortune & Justice Fate, Choice, and the Truth We Can’t Avoid In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by guest host Meaghan for a conversation about two tarot archetypes that tend to make people squirm: The Wheel of Fortune and Justice. Together, these cards ask one of the most uncomfortable, and liberating, questions we face as humans: What is life putting into motion, and what part do I play in what happens next? This episode explores the tension between what we can’t control and what we absolutely can. The Wheel reminds us that life moves in cycles, seasons, and timing that don’t always ask our permission. Justice reminds us that our choices, actions, and patterns still carry weight, and eventually, truth asks to be acknowledged. Through grounded conversation and real-life reflection, Clo and Meaghan unpack how these cards show up in readings, in relationships, and in the everyday decisions that quietly shape our lives. They talk about accountability without shame, surrender without passivity, and why accepting consequences can actually bring more clarity and freedom. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting what’s going to happen — it’s about understanding what’s happening now so you can meet it consciously. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore The Wheel of Fortune as cycles, timing, and movement beyond our control Justice as accountability, truth, and natural consequence Why these cards often feel confronting in readings The emotional reality of facing our role in our own stories How to hold the tension between surrender and responsibility Letting life move while still making intentional choices Why accountability isn’t punishment — it’s clarity How awareness of our patterns supports better decisions What it means to accept outcomes and move forward ✨ Key Takeaways Life moves in cycles whether we’re ready or not We can’t control everything but we always have choices Every decision carries consequences, both supportive and challenging Accountability creates momentum and clarity Surrender and responsibility can coexist Emotional honesty helps us make aligned decisions Justice doesn’t punish, it balances Growth comes from acknowledging our role in our own lives Accepting outcomes is part of living consciously Awareness turns reaction into choice About the Host Clo — Tarot Reader & Host of This Ain’t Fortune Telling Tarot for clarity, not prediction. 🌐 https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Read the blog, book a reading, or explore current offerings through the website. Meaghan — Guest Host Somatic Sexologist & Intimacy Coach Meaghan’s contact info: somaticaintimacycoaching.ca venusianwomb.com If this episode resonated, share it with someone navigating a turning point, and consider leaving a review so the show can reach the people who need it most.

Episode 8 - The Hermit

Episode 8 — The Hermit Wisdom, Solitude, and the Light You Carry In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Claudine (Clo) is joined by Victoria for a deep, thoughtful exploration of The Hermit. Together, they unpack the symbolism of The Hermit, moving beyond the idea of isolation and into the card’s true medicine: wisdom, introspection, and inner guidance. This conversation invites listeners to slow down, turn inward, and notice what becomes available when we stop searching for answers outside ourselves. The episode also explores why so many of us resist solitude, how journaling and reflection support self-discovery, and how to recognize the difference between healthy withdrawal and avoidance. Through a live tarot reading, Clo and Victoria illustrate how The Hermit often appears during periods of recalibration. Moments when life is asking us to pause, listen, and reconnect with our own lived wisdom. Importantly, this episode reframes solitude as something that can coexist with community, creativity, and support, reminding listeners that going inward doesn’t mean going alone. 🔮 In This Episode, We Explore: The symbolism and deeper meaning of The Hermit card Why The Hermit invites slowing down rather than disengaging How inner guidance differs from external validation Resistance to solitude and the fear of self-discovery Journaling as a tool for reflection and clarity The difference between restorative solitude and avoidance Why The Hermit often appears during major life recalibrations The role of community support during introspective phases How creativity can emerge in quiet, reflective seasons ✨ Key Takeaways The Hermit symbolizes wisdom, perspective, and inner guidance Solitude can be a powerful catalyst for personal growth Journaling supports deeper self-reflection and clarity Resistance to Hermit energy often comes from fear of what we might find The Hermit invites us to slow down and listen inward Healthy solitude restores; avoidance drains — awareness matters This card often shows up when life needs recalibration Community and solitude are not opposites — both are necessary Creativity often flourishes during introspective periods The Hermit encourages us to trust our lived experience 🎧 Live Reading Highlight This episode includes a live tarot reading that explores how The Hermit can guide us in understanding our purpose, honouring quiet seasons, and recognizing the support available to us, even when the work feels inward. 💜 Connect & Explore Further Claudine (Clo) 🌐 Website: https://thisaintfortunetelling.com 📝 Blog, calendar, and offerings available on the website 🔮 Book readings and one-on-one work directly through the site Looking for Victoria? You can reach her via text at Taurus Moon Tarot - 514-893-6906 If this episode resonated, consider following the show, sharing it with someone who’s in a reflective season, or leaving a review to help others find it. Until next time — trust what’s showing up, and pull with intention. 🃏✨

Episode 7 - The Chariot and Strength

Momentum and Mastery on the Fool’s Journey In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Claudine (Clo) is joined by guest Meaghan for a grounded, embodied exploration of two powerful tarot archetypes: The Chariot and Strength. Together, these cards explore what it really means to move forward/. Not through force or hustle, but through intention, self-awareness, and nervous system regulation. This conversation reframes momentum as something that must be sustainable, and strength as something rooted in presence rather than control. Through teaching, real-life application, and a live tarot reading, this episode invites listeners to examine how they make decisions, how they relate to discomfort, and how curiosity can soften fear during times of transition. As always, tarot here isn’t about predicting the future. It’s about understanding the energy you’re working with so you can choose how you meet it. In This Episode, We Explore: Tarot as a tool for clarity, not prediction The Chariot as agency, direction, and conscious choice Strength as inner authority and emotional regulation Why movement without regulation leads to burnout How hustle culture clashes with nervous system needs What it means to choose a path and release other options Why curiosity can ease fear of the unknown The importance of acknowledging emotions rather than suppressing them How self-awareness supports meaningful personal growth Key Takeaways Tarot clarifies energy, not fate The Chariot represents agency and the responsibility of choice Strength teaches presence, regulation, and inner steadiness Sustainable growth requires intention, not force Hustle culture often ignores the body’s limits Choosing one path means letting others go Curiosity is a powerful ally during transitions Emotional experiences are meant to be felt, not bypassed Regulation comes from staying present with discomfort Self-awareness is essential when navigating change Live Reading Highlight This episode includes a live tarot reading focused on moving forward with confidence — offering insight into how to balance direction with emotional capacity during moments of uncertainty and transition. Keywords Tarot, The Chariot, Strength, Self-Discovery, Intimacy, Somatic Sexology, Emotional Regulation, Decision Making, Nervous System, Personal Growth Sound Bites “Tarot clarifies energy, not fate.” “Choosing a path means letting other options go.” “Curiosity is a powerful tool for growth.” Connect & Learn More Claudine (Clo) — Host Website: https://thisaintfortunetelling.com Blog, calendar, and offerings: available on the website Readings & one-on-one work: book directly through the site Support the work: Buy Me a Coffee (linked on the website) Meaghan — Guest Somatic Sexologist & Intimacy Coach Meaghan’s contact info: somaticaintimacycoaching.ca venusianwomb.com

Episode 6 — The Hierophant & The Lovers

Choosing Your Truth Without Abandoning Your Values In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo is joined by guest host Tara for a grounded, honest conversation about two powerful archetypes in the Fool’s Journey: The Hierophant and The Lovers. Together, these cards ask some of the biggest questions we face as we grow: Who taught you what’s “right”? Which beliefs did you inherit without choosing? And how do you choose alignment without betraying your values — or yourself? This episode explores the tension between tradition and choice, external authority and inner truth, and what it really means to live with integrity. 🔮 In This Public Episode, We Explore: The Hierophant as tradition, belief systems, and inherited rules The Lovers as conscious choice, alignment, and values-based decisions How family, culture, religion, and “shoulds” shape our lives Why The Lovers is not about romance — but about integrity The difference between honoring tradition and staying stuck How to choose yourself without burning everything down Clo and Tara bring these archetypes into real life through honest reflection, lived experience, and grounded conversation. 🎧 Public Live Reading This episode includes a live tarot reading in response to the listener question: “I feel torn between what I was taught is right and what I know I want. How do I make this decision without betraying myself or others?” The reading focuses on clarity, self-trust, and aligned decision-making — without prediction or pressure. ✨ Key Takeaway You can honor where you came from without living there forever. This isn’t about rebellion — it’s about integrity. 💜 Connect & Learn More Clo — Host 🌐 Website: https://thisaintfortunetelling.com 🎧 Patreon & extended episodes: https://www.patreon.com/ThisAintFortuneTelling Tara — Guest Host TaraT.inspire@gmail.com If this episode resonated, consider: Following the podcast Sharing it with someone navigating a big decision Leaving a review to help others find the show Until next time — Trust what’s showing up. Pull with intention. 🃏✨

Episode 5 — Closing the Chapter: 2025 Reflections & A Tarot Look Ahead to 2026

✨ EPISODE SUMMARY Before we rush into a new year, this episode invites you to pause. After revisiting the opening arc of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, from The Fool’s leap to the polarity of intuition and structure, Clo reflects on what 2025 truly asked of us and how those lessons shape the year ahead. This is not a prediction episode. It’s a grounding, reflective conversation about participation, choice, and meeting your life with intention. You’ll be guided through a powerful New Year tarot spread designed to help you release what no longer belongs to you and orient yourself toward 2026 with clarity, not pressure. 🔮 IN THIS EPISODE A reflective look back at Episodes 1–4 and the archetypal themes they introduced What 2025 revealed beneath the surface — energetically and emotionally Why the New Year isn’t a “clean slate” (and why that’s a relief) A 5-card New Year Orientation tarot spread How to work with tarot as a practice instead of a prediction tool A reframing of intention, participation, and choice for 2026 🃏 THE NEW YEAR ORIENTATION SPREAD You can pull this spread anytime — now, later, or seasonally throughout the year. What 2025 is leaving me with What I’m ready to release from 2025 The core theme of 2026 How to work with this energy What wants to grow in 2026 ✨ Extended interpretations and journaling prompts are available on Patreon. 🌙 EXTENDED EPISODE (PATREON) In the extended version, Clo: Pulls her own cards for 2026 using the same spread Explores the collective archetypal energy of the year ahead Shares guidance on how to revisit this spread throughout 2026 Offers deeper teaching on using tarot as an ongoing reflective practice This space is slower, more nuanced, and designed for those who want to go deeper with the cards. 🖤 ONE QUESTION TO CARRY INTO 2026 “What am I being asked to participate in right now — and what am I no longer meant to carry?” Return to this question whenever you pull cards this year. 🔗 SUPPORT THE SHOW If this episode resonated with you: Follow This Ain’t Fortune Telling on your podcast app Leave a review or rating Share this episode with someone who might need it To access extended episodes, tarot spreads, journaling prompts, and behind-the-scenes teachings, join us on Patreon. 👉 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThisAintFortuneTelling 👉 Website: https://thisaintfortunetelling.com 👉 Email: claudinelascelle@hotmail.com ✨ FINAL NOTE This isn’t about predicting your future. It’s about choosing how you meet it. Trust what’s showing up. Pull with intention. And let the cards support your clarity — not replace it.

Episode 4 - The Empress and The Emperor

Episode 4 — The Emperor & The Empress (with Victoria) Come for the tarot, stay for the truth. In this episode of This Ain’t Fortune Telling, Clo and co-host Victoria sit down with two of the most talked-about archetypes in the deck: The Emperor and The Empress. We look at how these cards show up as structure vs. softness, boundaries vs. nourishment, strategy vs. creativity—and why you actually need both energies to build a life that feels solid and alive. We talk about patriarchy, parent wounds, over-giving, control freak tendencies, and what it really looks like to “be in your power” without steamrolling yourself or anyone else. If you’ve ever felt like you’re either doing too much or not enough… this one’s for you. Go deeper with This Ain’t Fortune Telling 🎧 Listen & follow the podcast Follow, rate, and review This Ain’t Fortune Telling wherever you listen. It helps more people find the show. 🌙 Join us on Patreon Want the extended Emperor & Empress convo, extra prompts, and monthly collective readings? Tier 1 – The Curious Fool: Early access + monthly collective pull Tier 2 – The Tarot Coven: Extended episodes, extra teachings, spread library & monthly raffle for a free reading Tier 3 – The High Priestess’ Table: Deeper dives, seasonal rituals, quarterly live circles & more 👉 Join the coven on Patreon: patreon.com/thisaintfortunetelling ☕ Buy Clo a coffee If the show has supported you and you want to say thank you in a simple way: buymeacoffee.com/thisaintfortunetelling 🌐 Website Show notes, updates, and more about Clo’s readings & coaching: https://thisaintfortunetelling.com 📩 Get in touch / book a reading Questions, feedback, story for the show, or want to book a reading? Email Clo at claudine@thisaintfortunetelling.com Looking for Victoria? You can reach her via text at Taurus Moon Tarot - 514-893-6906 If this episode hits home, follow the show, leave a review, and share it with a friend who’s learning to balance power and softness. And if you want to go deeper with The Emperor & The Empress in your own life, you’ll love this month’s Patreon extras.