Reflections on Meaning, Discernment & Becoming
Thinking Well
Thinking Well

Why Every Astrology Book Seems to Contradict the Last One

Astrology isn’t a single, unchanging body of knowledge. It’s a tradition that has evolved over more than two thousand years, with different schools of thought asking different questions. This article explores why that history matters, especially if you’ve ever felt confused by conflicting interpretations.

Intuitive vs Professional Tarot Reading: Why Structure Matters

For years, I went to intuitive tarot readers and often left feeling comforted but unclear. That experience led me to study tarot and astrology through structured, ethical frameworks rather than intuition alone. In this reflection, I explore the difference between intuitive and professional readers and why clarity requires more than reassurance.

Do Traditions Serve Us, or Do We Serve Them?

As I prepare for my upcoming house move, I’ve found myself questioning the traditions people say we “must” follow. From rolling pineapples to turning on every light, many housewarming rituals are repeated without explanation, rooted more in fear than meaning. In this reflection, I explore the difference between superstition and intention, and how we can reclaim traditions so they serve us instead of controlling us.

Direct doesn’t mean unkind and I think we forget that sometimes.

Are crystals, Reiki, and spiritual tools empowering or are we sometimes handing our power away to them? In this reflection, I explore the difference between working with spiritual practices intentionally and outsourcing our healing to them. This piece dives into accountability, spiritual scams, vulnerability, and why inner work will always matter more than any tool we use.