Written by Nikki Aggarwal of Loving Light 11.

“All systems of divination can be tools for connecting to another world. Join me as we explore one Tarot card each month to discover how the Tarot can serve as a pathway to spiritual awakening and aligning with your personal sovereignty." - Nikki Aggarwal
As I shuffled through my trusty Tarot deck, I held the following intention in my heart: What card would best serve the readers in the second month of 2025?
Our result?
The 8 of Swords!
Similar to last month's card, the 8 of Swords may initially make us feel intimidated, bound, and overwhelmed by our circumstances. But, as with all things in a world of duality, there is always another perspective! Let’s examine both sides so you can fully grasp the wisdom this card offers. From there, you have the freedom to choose which perspective to embrace.
The key question to ask yourself when encountering the 8 of Swords is: How will I choose to deal with fear? The woman in the image is surrounded by swords representing her fears, yet she remains unsure of why they hold such power over her—symbolized by the blindfold she wears. This suggests suppressed or repressed fears—perhaps from childhood, ancestral inheritance, or even past lives. She feels bound by these fears, but her feet remain free to move forward—if she chooses to take the first step despite the sometimes-overwhelming fear of the unknown.
In essence, the 8 of Swords indicates that you may be operating in a state of restricted thinking, indecision, and self-doubt. You may feel unable to move forward because the path ahead is unclear, and even if you gain a sense of clarity, you might still doubt your ability to make the right decision. And yet the 8 of Swords is also a call to action. How can you shift your perspective? Must you “open your eyes,” or can you lean into trusting the unseen? Can you embrace the idea that the Universe supports you and that it’s safe to move forward, even when the way ahead feels unclear?
No matter where you are right now, remember that doubt, fear, and confusion are all temporary experiences. These experiences often signal new growth, provided you recognize them as resistance that only holds power if you surrender your autonomy to it. Instead, hold strong in your intuition: you are the master of your inner world, a sovereign being capable of moving forward into the unknown with trust and faith that you will be guided and provided for along the way.
This path is not easy, nor is it for the faint of heart. However, it is deeply rewarding for those who choose to embrace it and persist despite resistance. Whatever choice you make when faced with the energy of this card, know there is no judgment from your soul or higher self. These higher aspects of you understand the challenges of the human experience. Take a page from their wisdom—extend yourself grace, compassion, and forgiveness when the "easy" route feels like all you can manage. Rest assured, another opportunity to choose differently will arise, whether in this lifetime or another.
As Abraham Hicks reminds us: "You never get it done, and you cannot get it wrong."
Do your best to relax and find joy in the present moment, even when things feel difficult. Shifting your frequency in challenging moments invites new solutions—often easier and better than those forced through stress or frustration.
In the words of Albert Einstein "You can't solve a problem with the same kind of thinking that created it."
Or, from a metaphysical perspective: Change your frequency, change your life.

Nikki is a life-long intuitive and the founder of Loving Light 11, LLC. Though she was born open and aware, life’s challenges led her to set her intuitive gifts aside. Answering her soul’s call for greater clarity, sovereignty, and wholeness, Nikki began a transformational journey of self-discovery that she continues to walk each day. Believing that perfection is a barrier to growth, Nikki encourages others to embrace their authentic selves in every moment. You can find Nikki reading tarot at Sanctuary Imports every Friday! Book an in-store Tarot or numerology reading here!
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