Fantasy, Possibility, and Joy
Collective Reading for the Week of 12.29.24 – 1.4.25
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This week, 2024 draws to a close, and we step into the fresh energy of a brand-new calendar year.
In tarot terms, 2025 is a Year of the Hermit, the ninth card of the major arcana (2 + 0 + 2 + 5 = 9). The Hermit invites us to turn inward, examine our beliefs, and appreciate the steady glow of our inner light.
At the center of our reading is The Key, a bonus major arcana card from the Hearth and Home Tarot. The Key asks us to “unlock new possibilities and open doors of hidden truths.” Paired with the Hermit’s themes, The Key invites us to reflect on what lies within—our values, desires, and dreams for the future. What wisdom is waiting to be uncovered as we begin this new year?
The Gingerbread card from the Winter Solstice Deck brings a whimsical invitation to dream big. Is there a secret fantasy, tucked away in your heart, that is ready to come to life in 2025? Like the gingerbread house, lovingly decorated with sweet candies and icing, this week invites us to go overboard in our goal-setting and indulge in a little magic and imagination. Gingerbread houses are also steeped in tradition—both in the rituals we share with family and in the fairytales that connect us to a rich cultural framework. Can we use The Key to open the fantastic door of imagination? Like stepping into the fairytale forest or entering a world of wonder, this card asks us to follow the path of tradition into the depths of our own mind, where treasures both familiar and fantastical await.
Finally, the Hummingbird card from the Animal Affirmation Oracle reminds us: Happiness is a choice. Though it can feel out of reach at times, happiness is a deeply personal journey—an inner transformation that begins with self-trust. The Hummingbird reflects the Hermit’s call to growth, courage, and introspection. By stepping into the house of imagination and daring to dream big, we hold the Key to discovering happiness and fulfillment on our own terms.
This is a liminal week, a time of transition and deep introspection. As the pages of the calendar turn, we pass through a portal into a new year—a chance to create fresh foundations and bring our most magical visions to life. The Key invites us to unlock new possibilities, the Gingerbread card encourages us to explore the sweetness of our imagination, and the Hummingbird reminds us that happiness begins within. Together, these cards light the way for a year filled with discovery, wonder, and joy.
Reflection Questions:
What hidden truths or possibilities are ready to be unlocked as you step into 2025?
How can you use imagination and tradition to inspire your goals for the new year?
What might choosing happiness look like for you in your daily life?