#somnia tarot

[victusinveritas]

Excerpts from "The Somnia Tarot" by Nicolas Bruno.

#nicolas bruno #art #tarot #tarotblr #somnia tarot

[wollymight]

Cucumber & Mr. Hatts episode 1 is available on my YouTube & Newgrounds

my youtube | newgrounds | tiktok | patreon | instagram | twitter

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[dreaminginthedeepsouth]

Somnia Tarot :: Temperance

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Inspiration “Authentic inspiration always entails an inner upheaval. It pierces the soul like an arrow in wounding it and in making it experience that profound emotion which is a synthesis of sorrow and joy. The symbol of the Rose Cross – a cross from the centre of which a rose blossoms out – renders the essence of the experience of inspiration in the best way that I know. The Rose Cross expresses the mystery of tears, i.e. that of inspiration, with force and clarity. It portrays the joy of sorrow and the sorrow of joy, which together comprise inspiration” * “Dear Unknown Friend, say to yourself that you know nothing, and at the same time say to yourself that you are able to know everything, and – armed with this healthy humility and this healthy presumption of children– immerse yourself in the pure and strengthening element of the "thinking together” of inspiration! May the winged Angel be present in this enterprise of yours, and may he hold the two vases from which inspiration will pour !“ from Meditations on the Tarot Letter XIV Temperance

[alive on all channels]

#temperance #Somnia Tarot #Alive On All Channels #Tarot #inspiration #inner upheaval #the Unknown Friend #Meditations on the Tarot #quotes #divination

[archenemyintellegence]

(29/3/2023) The Somnia Tarot

A deck I've got for myself as a birthday present. I was mesmerised by it's beautiful imagery. I watched flip-through videos on YouTube and I found the images extremely inspiring. This is why I decided to buy this deck even when it's a little bit pricey.

The deck came with a pouch, tied with a ribbon with the author's name that I totally didn't lost it. The booklet contains keywords related to each cards. There's a companion book that I believe contains more in-depth interpretations of the cards, with the stories behind the deck. However, I don't think I resonate with the story after using the deck, so I probably won't be purchasing the book.

The imagery of the deck is more surreal and dark, as it is inspired by the author's experience of sleep paralysis according to the videos I've watched on YouTube. I expected the deck to feel extremely intimidating after viewing the comments of the deck. However, my deck gives silly and even cheerful energy, that has nothing to do with dark at all.

Here are MY feelings about the deck...

Despite some actions they are doing looks disturbing at first, the deck's dream-like vibe tells me that they are just getting creative and fucking around... as this is a dream. It is a dimension that everything leaves no consequences, so of course they are going to do some stupid shit.

I absolutely love that almost all the characters got their head completely covered and have heavy clothes over them. It makes me very unsure that if they're even human at the first place. It feels like they are all just entities posing as humans and pretending to do human things. Their outfit also makes their gender extremely ambiguous. It feels that the beings in the cards choose to present in a way that leans more toward a gender in the cards. Overall, they really resonate with my experience of being a human, and their approach (that I interpreted) inspired me to life in a more mischievous way 💀 (Hi Loki 💀💀💀)

Did a major arcana deck interview and got "Strength". It fits the vibe that I got from the deck when unboxing. I also did a more in-depth deck interview later. The result I've gotten is the opposite of what I've seen from other's comments on the deck, so I probably won't get the companion book as it probably won't resonate.

Ironically, my deck is best for getting clarity on real-life events or to get uplifting messages. It helps the person to get a bigger picture of the situation. It also likes to give the person confident to treat life like a dream and be the writer of the story.

Compared to The Fountain Tarot Deck that I often use, the message is more straightforward. It also gives more "relatable" answers, like helping the person to find out how other persons or factors can effect the situation, so that they can make a better decision. Similar to my Fountain deck, the deck is more intuitive for me. However, the intuitive messages will just show up in my head when using the Somnia deck, instead of having to solve a puzzle to get an "aha" moment to unlock the message.

In conclusion, the deck gives cheerful vibe and can help people to feel confident again with its uplifting message. Just thinking about the deck makes me feel happier lol (Maybe I am a sick fuck lmao 💀)

Bonus:

A message from Loki today

"Happiness is from what you are doing and capable of doing, not from what you used to own or do."

I usually use the Fountain deck to do deity message reading, but today I was guided to use the Somnia deck. I use this as an example to showcase the message of the deck. It's simple, motivating, and empowering. It's really useful when you are super sad and want some guidance instead of a lecture lol 💀 But I enjoy the hardcore shadow work style so I seldom use the Somnia deck 😃👍🏻💯

#text #tarot #tarot deck #somnia tarot #lokean

[welcometomyweird]

The Library Is Open

I’m starting something new today. Every Tuesday, I will be posting a tarot related topic. It seems that even in the 21st century, with the the ubiquity of the internet and everyone and their cousin giving tarot a go as a side hustle, a lot of people have never had a reading, don’t know where to go and don’t know what to ask. (Where have you all been?) So, I am here to help. Let’s get started.

Where to Start

Had we been having this conversation 20 years ago, I would have directed you to the now defunct Witch Vox website and told you to look for local occult shops. But since we are now living in the 3rd decade of the 21st century, Believe it or not, a lot of readers (except for me) do have business listings and you might even be able to find a Yelp! review. However, I would advise against putting a whole lot of stock in a review because, like so many other things in life, you get out of your tarot reading what you put in. 

What Not To Do

I’m sure a lot of skeptics reading this are already rolling their eyes. Look, you don’t believe in this stuff. That’s fine. No one is telling you that you have to, but when you do go to a tarot reader, you can’t just say “Tell me what’s going to happen in my future” and expect to get something intelligible. That isn’t the “own” you think it is. It just makes you look like an asshole. It’s like going to your doctor and saying “Tell me what’s wrong with me” without telling them what your symptoms are.

Help Us Help You

As stated above, vague questions get vague answers. It’s not always skeptics attempting to debunk readers who ask vague questions. There are an awful lot of people who just don’t know what to ask. They know they want a reading, but they have no idea what information they want. Believe it or not, there are a few very popular subjects that readers commonly get asked about. Those are love, money and health. So, those are good places to start. If you do want to know something more specific, just ask. “My mom has been sick. Is she going to get better or should we be making arrangements?” (Yes, I’ve had that question.) “I feel like my partner is pulling away. Is there something going on or is it all in my head?” You get the idea. Just say what’s on your mind. 

Exceptions To The Rule

Exceptions to the “be specific” rule would be general collective readings, as done by my Twitter buddy Adam Keith (look him up on YouTube. He’s fucking amazing... and sexy as hell) and Year Ahead readings, which are what I am currently focusing on as we are down to the last few weeks of 2022. There are also so many readers who post “Daily Tarot” cards to help those seeking it set their intentions for the day. 

It’s Not Us

So, you had a reading and the news wasn’t great? Well, that’s life, Pookie. Any reader worth their sea salt is going to tell you the truth whether you want to hear it or not. I tell my first-time clients to buy a bag of M&Ms if they want sugar coating. I just did a Year Ahead reading for a friend and her cards were terrible. Even the “good” cards were just a lighter shade of black. We just interpret the messages we’re getting. We’re not trying to “pull” anything on you. In fact, the readers who are trying to pull one over on you are the ones who only ever tell you what you want to hear. If all you ever get is good news, you’re probably being lied to. 

We’re Not Doctors

We don’t even play them on TV. It shouldn’t have to be said, but sadly, it does. While I am sure there are some people out there with MDs and PhDs who also read tarot, I don’t personally know any. If you are having a physical health crisis, go to your primary care doctor or the ER. If you are having a mental health crisis, dial 998. Psychics of any variety are not replacements for these professionals. It’s not that we don’t care. We just don’t have the training and qualifications to give the help you actually need.

Que Sera, Sera

Well, not really. My father was a reader and I used to hear him tell his clients “The cards only reveal what is likely to happen based on your current patterns of behavior. They cannot tell you what will unequivocally be.” My line is “The only things truly fated in life are birth and death. Everything else is up to us. The cards just help us make better choices.” So, if you do get bad news, know that you can change the outcome by simply making different choices. I always try, whenever possible, to give my clients a road map of all the detours around the crisis so they can avoid it. There is nothing more heartbreaking for me than hearing that something I warned a client about happened as revealed in the cards. It means the client gave up. I don’t like that. Never go into a reading with a fatalistic mindset. You have choices. You always do. In the words of Captain Planet “The power is yours!” 

Alright, I think that’s enough for now. I’m sure other readers are seeing this and already drafting some scathing critique. Good for you! I don’t care. You work whatever way you want to work. I’ll work the way I want to work. This isn’t a science. It’s an art and art is subjective. Deal with it. (Like I said, no sugar coating here.) 

If anyone would like a reading from me, you can reach out to me here or email me at [email protected]. I may not get back to you right away, but know that I will get back to you. Yes, I charge, but I work cheap. 

About the image: These cards are from the Somnia Tarot by Nicolas Bruno. If you read, these cards are fantastic. If you just like tarot art, these cards are fantastic. I cannot recommend these enough. In fact, I recommended them to Adam and now he uses them. 

#nicolas bruno #somnia tarot #adam keith #tarot #tarot readers #tarot readings

[thedarkmaidenn]

Poetry Prompt: my cage of fear

Photo cred: Somnia Tarot by Nikolas Bruno

#journal prompts #poetry #poem of the day #poetry prompt #prompts #powerful poetry #tarot #tarot poetry #somnia tarot deck #tarot art

[pinnithin]

Might pull some cards on the new deck later. Mutuals if you’re interested in a reading lmk and I’ll post a pic of your cards/written interpretation over at @oldgreengods sometime tonight.

#pin talks #this is from the somnia tarot if anyone is curious #so far its been very straightforward and practical

[lilakrain-exe]

Omikuji - tangled in redstrings, he is the man who eloped with Fortune

>>SOMNIA<< is a project that follows different characters who wander through the Drifting Places, struggling, fighting and confronting their absurd existence.

#art #digitalart #anime #shounen #manga #character #oc #originalcharacter #original art #original au #character art #original character #illustration #fortune telling #tarot #zodiac #starsign #somnia #omikuji

[surfingkaliyuga]

“XIX The Sun” Nicolas Bruno 2021 Part of The Somnia Tarot project.

#photography #art #nicolas bruno #tarot

[talonabraxas]

The Somnia Tarot by Nicolas Bruno Photography is a 78 image series created through photography, sculpture, and costume design. The classic tale of the Tarot is brought to life through Bruno's experiences with Sleep Paralysis and dream journal entries.

[fawntarot999]

What are your natural 🌜witch🌛 abilities?

Close your eyes and take a deep breath, then pick a pile 🔮 don’t think too much 💋

Decks ~ Medicine Woman Tarot, Tarot of the Cat People, Illustrated Herbiary Oracle, Rider-Waite Tarot, The Somnia Tarot, Cat Tarot

Pile I ~ Sister

Peacemaker (Hierophant) rx, Ace of Stones (Pentacles), Knight of Swords, Hawthorn, Trillium, Fool rx, Strength, 7 of Wands, 6 of Cups, 8 of Swords, 3 of Swords

Okay, Sister. I see immediately that you don’t operate energetically, you operate very physically. I’m seeing tons of crystal imagery, as well as roots and underground imagery. The most prominent thing I see here is that you somehow operate around heartbreak. Your powers are healing for others’ hearts. You can help cleanse out the heartbreak and bittersweet memories that others are feeling. Your energy is taking a chance without being ignorant and being strong without being aggressive. Your natural abilities lie in your power of protection and setting boundaries because of this. They also lie in deep cleansing and releasing magic. I definitely think that you should explore crystals more because your natural abilities are very prominent when you work with them. Sister, you should practice reiki, massage therapy, or crystal reiki. You have a gift in those areas. I think you could begin to channel your natural abilities to heal heartbreak through those methods. This reading was a very scattered energy. You need to try and develop these skills more. Cleanse your crystals tonight and try to meditate with them or place them on your body and see how they feel. Your skills are there Sister but not strong enough yet!

Pile II ~ Sphere (18+: mention of substances)

Power Lodge of the Pipes (Queen of Wands), Wheel of Fortune, Dandelion, Mugwort, 8 of Swords, Page of Cups, 2 of Swords, 4 of Bowls, Moon rx

Wow, Sphere. First off, before I asked my question the cards spit out the Sun for you. Throughout this whole reading I got so much Sun imagery it makes me think this is relevant in some way to you. Or maybe you are a fire sign or really shine bright. Your abilities are so intriguing. First off, there are two main abilities that somehow combine that the spirit showed me: your natural ability for working with the seasons or gardening or working with plants and your natural ability to use trance like states, meditation, or dreams to heal. Perhaps this could combine in working with psychedelics, weed, or herbs. I see INTENSE imagery of being blindfolded or eyes closed. Okay, Sphere, let me be straight, this is what I see: You can operate between dreams. Maybe you drink tea or eat herbs or shrooms and fall asleep or into a trance like or meditative state. In this state you can receive intuitive messages from the source. It happens naturally for you, it is your natural ability. In this state, you can actually choose a different path for yourself; think like you had a nightmare and died because a lion ate you. In your trance, you can go back and speak with the lion, understand why you’re receiving this nightmare, and then change the path that dream took. You can help others with this gift too, I feel. Help them understand and change the context of their dreams. If you don’t already garden or forage or dedicate your abilities to plants in someway you should. They will have a natural affinity for you. This was intense Sphere! You have really cool abilities.

Pile III ~ Ghost

5 of Pipes (Wands), 2 of Bowls (Cups), King of Wands, Daisy, Chickweed, Lavender, Sweet Violet, Hanged Man rx, 9 of Swords, 4 of Coins (Pentacles), Page of Cups, 10 of Swords

Okay, Ghost, seems like some of you have already discovered and been playing around with your abilities… BE CAREFUL. Warnings are coming through. You have the natural ability to harness the law of attraction. People, in particular, are attracted to you. You have the power to create very strong love magic too, Ghost. It’s as if you can draw people and romantic interests in with some magnetic energy you have (perhaps from a spell) and they want to follow you everywhere! You might be a newer witch or you may just be discovering or feeling confident in your path. You’re young but powerful. You should definitely explore your powers of attraction more. Maybe do some self love jars before you start creating love spells for other people. You have powers that can float subconscious messages to people. I’m seeing lots of bottle or jar imagery and It would benefit your practice to start burying these spell jars in the ground or floating them down a river. You should also connect with the Sacral Chakra if you haven’t before. You could do great work with it. Just be careful. Maybe you are healing from a toxic love right now or maybe you just overthink too much. Perhaps you are using your powers for something that is not positive. Do not trap people using your powers. You will regret it and be unable to get out of a situation you no longer want. Be very careful who you point your love magick and attraction towards because it is VERY strong inside you. You need to be mature and think through your actions before using your abilities. You don’t yet know how powerful they really are.

#witchcore #pick a picture #pick a card #pick a pile #free tarot #tarot reading #tarotcommunity #tarot cards #psychic readings #psychic #witch #witch aesthetic #astrology #chakras

[wollymight]

Cucumber & Mr. Hatts episode 1 is available on my YouTube & Newgrounds

my youtube | newgrounds | tiktok | patreon | instagram | twitter

#wollymight #nicolas bruno #somnia tarot #cucumber & mr. hatts #cucumber and mr. hatts #cmh #LiminalSpaces #Backrooms #SleepParalysis #EeriePlaces #CreepyAesthetics #Otherworldly #Dreamscape #SurrealEnvironments #HauntedSpaces #RealityShift #IndieAnimation #OriginalCharacters #AnimationArt #CharacterDesign #IndieCartoons #AnimatorLife #OCs #AnimationCommunity #IndieCharacter #CharacterAnimation #CartoonCreators #DigitalAnimation

[santoschristos]

Facing the Ocean Nicolas Bruno, from The Somnia Tarot

[apolloendymion]

emergency divination readings!🃏🔮☕💎🕯️

tarot, runes, tea leaves, pendulum, and crystals!

(info on my situation here)

for $5, you may choose one of the following:

single card or rune (see deck options below)

tea leaf reading

crystal chip scattering (see crystal list below)

pendulum reading (see pendulum options below)

add-ons:

additional cards/runes [$1 each]

my cat will choose your card(s)/rune(s) (see cat pic & bio below) [$2]

my dog will choose your card(s)/rune(s) (see dog pic & bio below) [$2]

I'll recommend a deity/spiritual entity to guide you based on your query and results; you may ask for an entity from a specific culture if you'd like (open practices only!) [$5]

please dm me with proof of payment, your choice of divination method, any add-ons or preferences, and a clear, single-sentence query. you may provide extra context to assist with the reading. tips and dona.tions appreciated.

🕯️ vnm 🃏 cshpp 🔮 gfndme ☕

options and photos of my equipment (& cute pets!) beneath the cut:

deck options:

standard smith-waite: tiny (smaller than a US quarter), pocket size (comparable to a business card), and standard size

nonstandard smith-waite: the somnia tarot by nicolas bruno (incredible photography project. eerie, dreamlike, liminal, yet the physical props give it a more grounded, tangible feel than your average deck.), the tattoo tarot (stunning art, if you like clean but complex designs, classic playing card artwork, or traditional western tattoo art, this deck will really resonate with you.), the literary tarot (each card depicts classic literary characters from around the world; deck sales benefited charity. my personal favorite. every detail is carefully crafted to appeal to book lovers. elaborate, shiny, magical. also they gave odysseus top surgery scars)

specialty decks: the caretaker (@cryptotheism, formerly @normal-horoscopes)'s normal tarot deck (completely original oracle deck, feels liminal and dark, but somehow peaceful; great for someone pondering deep mysteries or looking for advice in hard times), moreno & quijada's sonoran tarot (smith-waite's major arcana only; stunning and vibrant watercolors of sonoran desert wildlife. really showcases the power and wonder of the natural world. local purchase from indie artists who I've personally met)

if you'd like me to use a specific tarot spread template, please let me know. otherwise i will choose the best option for your query + number of cards. you can also pick a spread mat, if you like! you don't need to purchase enough cards to fill the mat; i can get creative with the placement. just let me know if you want the floral mat or the bunny mat:

other options:

pendula: metal (this was a gift and i don't know what it's made of; brass maybe? gold in color.), howlite, glass beads with sea turtle scene

crystal chips: red jasper, various quartz, flourite, lapis lazuli, lace agate, tigers eye, sunstone, sodalite, bismuth. all stones can be thrown, or you/i can choose 5-10 specific stones that resonate with your query.

runes: elder futhark, white clay, handmade. wyrd optional.

my kitty cat, nachtus:

nacht came into my life through my current girlfriend, who has had him since he was born. every time she went into the room with his litter, he scrambled up her pant leg like he knew she would be his favorite person. he's about 2 years old now, and loves cuddles, belly rubs, q-tips, waking up our boyfriend in the middle of the night, bothering people while they're gaming, and sitting on my gf's shoulder like a parrot.

my puppy dog, misha:

misha came into my life through my current boyfriend, who has had him since he was a puppy. he was a rescue, along with his brother oakley, who went with my boyfriend's sister. misha is a chug (chihuahua-pug mix) and is estimated to be around 8 years old. he loves cuddles, being swaddled in blankets, barking at strangers, lying on the softest pillows he can find, and zoomies!

thanks so much for taking the time to read this. it means more than you know.

#tarot reading #rune reading #tea leaf reading #pendulum reading #crystal reading #divination #spiritual advice #deity work #deity reading #signal boost #cartomancy #cleromancy #tasseography #tasseomancy #pallomancy #radiesthesia #lithomancy #poe divination

[winternymphaea]

what i would gift you for christmas based off your blog ♡ for @27-moons

antique 1800s chainmail clutch

'obsidian' journal from peter pauper press

the 'luna somnia' tarot deck

silver 'man on the moon' brooch

#i'm so sorry i accidentally posted your ask too early and deleted it! ♡ but it here you go! #and thank you so much! i love your blog too ♡ it's gorgeous! #hope you enjoy ♡ #27-moons #christmas gift game

[666candies]

The High Priestess and the Hierophant from the Somnia Tarot by Nicolas Bruno, a photographer who was inspired by his own experiences with Sleep Paralysis and the unconscious to create this beautiful yet unsettling and macabre deck.

#art #esoterism #occultism