Mad Faith Connections

H olding Space For Our Shadows The Knight of Swords and the Devil in reverse have come out twice now. This time, they were accompanied by the Six of Wands and The Empress. What I’m feeling, first and foremost, is that whoever I’m speaking to has quite literally made peace with their demons—or rather, their shadow self. They took bold action toward understanding that part of themselves. What I’m hearing is that they really took their time, moving slowly and intentionally as they explored their shadows. This wasn’t a battle; it was a pilgrimage inward. At first, it may have felt like being trapped in a room with something untamed, something dark and unfamiliar. The mind might have screamed for escape. But instead of running, this person turned to face what was hidden. They sat with the discomfort, traced its origins, and, little by little, found understanding in the very thing they once feared. Patience played a significant role in this journey, but the most important factor was the love...