White Eagle Reading For A Friend

Wanting to kick start this blog again, and needing to warm up a little after a few periods of absence, I have decided to post a couple more readings. This first one was requested by a dear friend of mine, who is experiencing a lot of stress at the moment and came to me seeking guidance. 

I hope that this helps, to some extent.

Firstly, I laid the cards out as explained yesterday:

I chose the dragonfly as a guide card for this reading. In the book, the dragonfly's rhyme is:

Dragonfly skill

Adapting to grow

Seeing all 

Learning to know

It goes on to describe the dragonfly as a creature who brings magic as it dances between the elements of air and water. According to Wa-Na-Nee-Che, this is a reminder to us, that it is important to find a balance between our mental and emotional needs.

As stated yesterday, we first read the four cards of the outer circle, then the four cards placed in the inner circle.

The Outer Circle

The first four cards highlight the more negative aspects currently influencing the life of the Querent. They are read anticlockwise, from north to east.

Card One: Horse - The northernmost card pertains to negative mental attitudes, and intellectual restriction. The Horse in this position indicates someone who is fenced in, restricted in some way. The Horse is wild, and has a strong and energetic spirit. When it gives it's power away and allows itself to be tamed, the Horse can become restless, and frustrated. This may manifest itself in a number of ways, from acting out in the form of unpredictable or uncharacteristic behaviour, to the more quiet reaction of depression and withdrawal. 

Card Two: Otter - The card furthest west relates to physical and material problems. This suggests, as mentioned yesterday, someone who has become too rigid with themselves, and may need to live a little more. The Otter reminds us that while a little self control is a good thing, too much can be just as destructive as excess. There is a balance to be found.

Card Three: Dog - The southernmost card looks at the negative emotional aspect of our lives, dealing with trust and relationships. For the second time, we find the Dog card here. The Dog asks us if we have become too reliant on others, if we are seeking outside approval instead of developing an inner acceptance of ourselves. He asks us if we truly need to be validated by others, suggesting that true confidence and inner peace can only come from the self. Do not allow yourself to be defined in others' terms. 

Card Four: Rabbit - The card furthest east examines the negative aspect of our creative life, our lack of clarity and inspiration. Here, the Rabbit suggests someone who is drained by the negativity of others, whose own positivity is restricted by the attitudes of those around them. Rabbit also warns us that we may be losing a lot of energy through worry and stress. In terms of creativity, this may manifest itself as a creative block, an inability to concentrate on any one thing because so many things are competing for our attention. It is the niggling doubt at the back of the mind, the distraction of negativity and problematic circumstance.


The Inner Circle

The second set of four cards bring positivity back into focus, drawing our attention to the strengths we have, the opportunities around us, and the areas of life in which we will find our solution. These cards are read clockwise, from north to west.

Card Five: Elk - The card to the north of the inner circle reminds us of our mental strengths, our inner wisdom. The Elk reminds us of our ability to love, and allows us to find our strength through the care we have for ourselves and each other. He may also represent someone who knows when it is time to stand their ground, but also when it is time to flee. If thew cause is just, the Elk will not back down until the fight is over. If it is not, he simply will not waste his time. Some battles cannot be won, and the Elk indicates that the Querent is very good at knowing when this is the case. 

Card Six: Buffalo - The eastern card of the inner circle is a source of inspiration, helping us to gain clarity in difficult times. Here, the Buffalo is a source of healing and nourishment. He suggests that to regain focus, we must be more sensitive to our own needs. Take care of yourself, live healthily and comfortably, and the ideas will come flooding in. It may be time to relax, to step back and reconsider your position. 

Card Seven: Hawk - The southern card of the inner circle is the source of trust and laughter in our lives, an emotional comfort. The Hawk card in this position enables us to put things into perspective, and promotes appreciation through understanding. It reminds us that sometimes if we are to deal with an emotion we must first examine it, and recognise it for what it truly is. Hawk suggests that the Querent has an inherent ability to see the larger picture when it comes to relationships, and tends to think long term. This is a person who truly understands the effects of their actions on others.

Card Eight: Beaver - At the westernmost point of the inner circle, we are reminded of the source of physical and material harmony in our lives. In this case, we find the Beaver. His message is simple - that we can build a better world for ourselves  That by utilising our industriousness, by working with others, we might find some sense of happiness. In terms of the physical/material, this may manifest itself as a need for a physical outlet of some description, it may indicate a change of job or a new project for the Querent to throw themselves into. It also suggests someone who is a natural leader, and cannot find happiness in a situation if they are being led by others. They are not made to follow, and in such an environment will not thrive.