In today’s free tarot reading, we explore the delicate balance between emotional numbness and overwhelming feelings, guided by the wisdom of the Japanese folklore spirits (yōkai) known as: KAWAUSO, KITSUNE, and OSHŌUO.

A quick look at the cards

Kawauso (river otter) – represents joy, playfulness, and the importance of enjoying life. It serves as a reminder to embrace your inner child and find humor in your experiences. However, it also warns against becoming complacent or overly distracted, urging you to take action when opportunities arise. This card encourages a balance between enjoyment and a proactive approach to life.

Kitsune (fox) – symbolizes transformation, sacrifice, and the ability to navigate challenges for the greater good. It teaches that true altruism often requires personal sacrifice, but the ultimate rewards can far surpass the initial costs. This card encourages embracing change and using one’s abilities to protect and uplift others. Having it in reversed means there is an imbalance—you may be giving or receiving too much.

Oshōuo (high priest fish) – represents wisdom, emotional maturity, and a nurturing spirit. Maintain composure in the face of adversity and approach challenges with empathy and understanding. This card signifies the importance of emotional intelligence and the need to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively. Focus on your emotional well-being and the well-being of those around you.

Energies from today’s free tarot reading

There’s a palpable sense of emotional fatigue in the air.

You might find yourself turning away from feelings, either overwhelmed by their intensity or oddly disconnected.

Like a river that’s seen too much rain, your emotional capacity has reached its limits.

You could be having enough of it all or apathetic about everything in life right now.

Perhaps everything seems to be overwhelming you right now and you just don’t want to react.

You are feeling numb.

There could have been sacrifices that have not been reciprocated.

Speak up when you feel exploited.

Don’t bottle up and wait for it to explode. Stay calm, collected, and level-headed like Oshōuo.

Relationship Dynamics

The cards reveal an imbalance in your giving and receiving. Perhaps you’ve been pouring from an empty cup, making sacrifices that haven’t been acknowledged or returned. Financial concerns or material matters may be casting shadows over the emotional aspects of your relationships, creating an uneven exchange of energy.

Guidance

Like the wise Oshōuo, you’re called to find the balance between expression and peace. Don’t let your voice remain trapped behind walls of silence. Instead, channel your truth with the same grace and steadiness as flowing water – clear, purposeful, and unstoppable.

Practical Advice for today’s free tarot reading

• Set clear boundaries in relationships where you feel depleted
  • <a href="https://highfiveshighvibes.com/boundaries/">Practice saying "no"</a> when requests exceed your capacity
  • Keep a feelings journal to track emotional patterns
• Schedule regular check-ins with yourself
  • Monitor your energy levels throughout the day
  • Notice when you start feeling overwhelmed

Journal Prompts for Inner Balance

Find a quiet space and take a moment to reflect. Relax. Unclench your teeth and relax your eyebrows. Have something to stare at—it could be a candle burning in front of you, or a plant.

Open your journal and explore these questions:

• Physical & Mental State
  • What tensions am I holding in my body right now?
  • How does my breath feel – shallow, deep, or somewhere in between?
• Emotional Landscape
  • When was the last time I truly felt my feelings?
  • What emotions am I pushing aside today?
• Path to Balance
  • What would a perfectly balanced day look like to me?
  • What small step can I take today toward equal give in take in all of my relationships?

You heard this before: your feelings are valid. They deserve to be heard, but they don’t need to consume you. Like water finding its natural course, let your emotions flow while maintaining your center.

Deck used

Yokai Tarot (2024)

Marga Biazzi, instructions by Paolo Bertazzo

78 cards, 70×120 mm

According to Japanese folklore, spirit-like entities called yokai inhabit the Earth. They live beneath the canopy of the forests, below the surface of the seas, or in the most secluded corners of our homes. They can be humanlike, beasts, or even objects; they can be mischievous or peaceful and protective. One thing is certain: through this beautiful tarot deck with art by Marga Biazzi, the yokai are here to guide your path with their cunning and wisdom.

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