Mother's Day is complicated for me. For a lot of reasons...

I've been a stepmother, a fur baby mom, a mother to hundreds of students, and the bio-mother to an angel baby.

This is the first Mother's Day I've had since releasing my novel, "Bumble Bees & White Balloons: A Novel About Navigating Grief and Growth."

The Moon tarot card is a powerful symbol of the unconscious mind and the shadow self. It invites us to confront our fears and anxieties, to explore the depths of our psyche, and to cultivate our intuition. Usually depicting a full moon over water and mountains, with dogs howling and a crayfish emerging, it symbolizes the dualities of the psyche—conscious and unconscious, light and dark. Associated with Pisces and ruled by Neptune, it reflects intuition and spiritual nature. Despite its mystery, the Moon holds potential for growth and transformation. Embrace the journey and trust in your inner voice amidst uncertainty.

Explore the profound symbolism of The Star card in tarot, embodying hope, inspiration, and renewal. Trust your inner wisdom to navigate life's journey.

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The Tower tarot card, depicting a crumbling tower struck by lightning, symbolizes sudden upheaval, chaos and the destruction of old patterns. Though confronting at first, it ultimately represents a transformative process - a wake-up call to demolish beliefs and structures that no longer serve us in order to create space for growth, rebirth and rebuilding a new reality aligned with our highest good.

The Devil tarot card represents our primal urges, desires, and the darker shadow aspects of human nature. Though often misunderstood as evil, it encourages self-examination of areas where we feel enslaved by temptation, addiction or unhealthy patterns. The chained figures depict bondage to our impulses, challenging us to liberate ourselves by embracing our sovereign power over the seductions of materialism and excess.

The Temperance tarot card symbolizes balance, moderation, and harmony. It depicts an angelic figure pouring water between two cups, representing finding the middle ground and avoiding excess. Temperance encourages us to seek equilibrium in our thoughts, emotions, and actions by practicing self-control and patience. By cultivating a harmonious flow between opposing forces, we can lead a more fulfilling life.

The Death tarot card symbolizes transformation, the end of a cycle, and making way for new beginnings - not literal death. Though the imagery seems ominous, it reminds us that change is inevitable, and we must let go of what no longer serves us to grow and evolve. By embracing the natural cycles of life and trusting in the process, we can find beauty in rebirth.

The Hanged Man tarot card represents surrender, sacrifice, and letting go. Despite its unsettling imagery of a figure hanging upside down, it symbolizes voluntarily surrendering control to gain a new perspective. The number 12 suggests the end of a cycle and impending transformation. By embracing the unknown and trusting the journey, we can find peace, clarity and move forward with purpose.

The Justice tarot card symbolizes balance, integrity, fairness, and truth. It represents the idea that actions have consequences and that justice cannot be achieved without balance and impartiality. The scales depict weighing evidence objectively, the sword symbolizes the power of truth and cutting away falsehoods, and the blindfolded woman represents justice being blind and inclusive, without egoic judgment.

The Wheel of Fortune tarot card represents the cyclical nature of life, the unpredictability of fate, and the role of karma. It reminds us that what goes around comes around, so we should carefully consider the energy we put out into the world. The sphinx symbol suggests understanding these cycles requires deeper insight, while the four creatures represent the elements – earth, air, fire, and water – which are connected to life's rhythms.

Celebrate 420 with an insightful podcast episode featuring Safrianna and Julie Hanson as they engage in an open dialogue about cannabis. Discover the High RIDERs framework for optimal cannabis consumption and explore the valuable resource of Leafly. Whether you prefer Apple Podcasts or YouTube, tune in to The Joy Factor podcast and join the conversation on responsible cannabis use.

Join Safrianna on a reflective journey inward as she explores the profound symbolism of the Hermit in tarot. Through personal insights and transformative experiences, Safrianna reveals the power of embracing solitude and introspection. Discover the wisdom gained from listening to the inner voice and learn how to create sacred space for self-discovery in your own life.

Embark on a transformative journey with Safrianna as she reflects on the symbolism of Strength in tarot and the profound lessons it holds. Through tales of overcoming adversity and embracing inner courage, Safrianna shares the transformative power of resilience. Join her in celebrating Easter and the Spring season, surrounded by chosen family, laughter, and the radiant light of inner strength.

Unlock the secrets of The Chariot card in tarot as Safrianna unravels its rich symbolism, transcending mere notions of victory to encompass the power of determination and control. Join her on a quest to harness your inner strength and courage, navigating life's journey with purpose and resilience.