Using Radiant Rider-Waite
VIII - Strength
LWB
Power, energy, action, courage and magnanimity
My Impressions
In the card there is a lion that has a woman in a white dress, with a belt made of what can be seen as a vine with flowers on it, as well as one goes around her head, as in a chain. From looking at the card, I get the impression that somehow the woman has given the lion some sort of medication in pill form, as she has her hand on the nose as trying to keep the mouth shut and she is stroking the chin as if to get the swallowing reflex of the lion to occur. The mouth of the lion is slightly open and the tongue is sticking out. An odd picture of the struggle my mum used to have with getting one particular family to cat to take its medication springs to mind. It says that even though something can be done that would benefit the cat, the cat doesn't like it one bit and is putting on the biggest struggle ever. So with that it can be considered that there may be situations where someone could be giving you some advice but you are not liking it, perhaps out of pride. So by having said all of this, then it would seem to indicate that when things appear to be getting out of control and you have a crisis of confidence, you need to find the courage and to swallow your pride and ask someone for some help.
Along with that, this card seems to indicate that there would be some trying times that would be difficult for you, but by dealing with these difficulties you would become a stronger person as a result. The phrase "What doesn't kill you, will make you stronger" could quite easily be seen that this refers to this card. Usually the things that are thrown at aus throughout our lives are only things that life knows that we can handle. By handling these situations, not only do we become stronger, but we have more sense of self-awareness.
It can almost be seen that since the lion appears to be that it is in fear may reflect that we all have our fears and doubts about particular things, in particular abilities. The woman in the white dress could be quite easily seen as our spirit, or our higher consciousness, which makes suggestions to us what we can do in regards to new opportunities. Which seems to indicate that the reason why we might not actually do what is suggested is through our own fear and doubts. As the woman appears to be trying to tame the lion, can be seen that another aspect of ourselves can try to soothe these doubts and fears, or at least deal and/or challenge these doubts and fears so progress can be made
Numerological - Eight
Prosperous, strong, powerful, authorative, a leader, abundant, memorable, respectful and happy. The 8 life pathway is concerned with inner strength and power. 8 stands for success and financial gain and may will resonate towards this. They will do well with whatever they choose to take on in life as it is second nature, they are leaders and need to be in positions of authority
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Using Golden Tarot of Klimt
XI - Strength
LWB
Spiritual energy, moral strength, clear thinking and determination
My Impressions
Here you have a woman sitting with one hand she is dragging a head by the hair up, it is a woman's head with long hair and the eyes are closed, the hair is covering the mouth and the nostrils. So by saying this it can be seen that it could be an attempt to awaken or an awakening of something that had been hidden. So if that is the case then there would be determination to fully realise what this is, and do the necessary work to make this into a reality, to the point that will not let anyone or anything, including self-doubts, fears and worries to stop you from achieving this.
Other than that, wouldn't know, besides what has been said for the Radiant Rider-Waite
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Astrological - Leo
Leos stamina is generally amazing. There energy levles and endurance often impress others because they seem to move in perpetual motion. Leos generally know what they want, whom they want, and what it will take to get it. They will go to extremes to get what they want and stubborness and one-eyed attitudes help them on their go-getting quest for glory. When they have their heart set on something, they permit no one or nothing to stand in the way for long. This quest to fulfill their desires is often propelled along by their incredible support team of fate, fortune and destiny as much as their good works. They are a stickler for taking command of their life and doing things their way. They hate to have anyone telling them what to do. They earn their success because they put their heart and soul into just about everything they do and that kind of dedication and focus brings its own form of reward. Whether it is warranted or not, Leos truly can show courage under fire, and will risk all to save the day, not just for themselves but to protect, nurture or assist those they truly love. Whether facing the pressure of saving the day or simply getting along in everyday life, they have incredible resilience and survival instincts. Moderation isn't one of their strongest virtues and overdoing everything can take its toll, particularly when they overeat, overwork, overexercise, overspend or party to much. To a Leo, pride is more important than most things and praise ranks right up there, because Leos are always trying to prove themselves. Whether they want to overcome obstacles or upsets, or heal a time of ill health or bad luck, they have the tenacity, ture grit and power to do it. They're great at staying focussed on their most important objectives and when they set out for something they generally get it, one way or another. They're not afraid of facing adversity or difficulties along their way in life.
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