The young man in the Page of Pentacles stands before us in a bright red head wrap and scarf, gazing at his golden pentacle with calm focus and inspired resolve. Young and eager to apply his newly found skills in the world, he looks at his coin in mild astoundment and utter fascination, ready to more fully comprehend the secrets to manifestation and material success. He is not greedy but instead keenly interested in making his mark upon the world. How does one unlock the secrets of the pentacle? The Page of Pentacles is determined to find out, not content with mere surface-level knowledge, but driven to go deeper, to uncover the nuances and intricacies that lie beneath what we all think we know to be true. We can taste his excitement, and a fresh, fertile energy can be seen in the Oak trees behind him and in the rolling lush hills as well as his green tunic.
Buying a house for the first time? About to birth a child? Changing career paths? Acquiring new skills is not for the faint at heart and meditating on this card may help you embrace the vulnerability and humbleness that is required of beginners. We all must start somewhere however, so remember that the learning curve is always steeper starting out, and with time it will level out again. The Page of Pentacles is undaunted by this because he is more interested in discovering his most successful path – one that allows his strengths and true potentials to sing. Take note – we can all learn from the student’s mentality, for we never stop learning.
When this card introduces itself in a reading, it is time to summon our courage, curiosity and adaptability. A beginner’s mind is not as difficult to accept if we allow ourselves to be guided by our true desires and innate interests. What really makes us feel alive? How can we impact the world? We have a unique purpose, each one of us, and it’s up to us to figure out what that purpose is. We just need to allow the Page of Pentacles to help inspire us and bring us a sense of marvel, of wonderment, of eagerness to begin.
The sharp, tangy energizing scent of Peppermint (Mentha piperita) tea is the perfect beverage for the Page of Pentacles, who can benefit from its refreshing taste while also experiencing an increased alertness and focus in performance. The leaves of the plant contain several essential volatile oils including menthol, menthone, and limonene which are believed to be responsible for its cooling and energizing properties as well as that recognizable minty scent. A mild muscle relaxant as well, Peppermint can help relieve digestive issues such as gas, bloating and abdominal pain. By preventing smooth muscles from contracting, it helps to relieve spasms in the gut and encourages the muscles to relax instead. It also helps stimulate blood and lymph, making it effective in opening sinuses or reducing menstrual related cramps. This interesting herb is in a class by itself, containing both soothing and stimulating effects.
Ready to launch a new project or a potentially risky venture? Without risk, there is no reward, right? Let the Page of Pentacles and Peppermint help you stay determined to undertake any new adventure with resolve, focus, and fascination in the magic that is pursuing your dreams and goals.
*Tarot reading is based on the Rider-Waite Tarot Card deck, illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith
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