Andrew Barker 12/27/20 Andrew Barker 12/27/20

2021, The Hierophant, and Wolves in Sheep's clothing

False Teachers are the name of the game this year as well. I am discovered quite a lot about people I once respected highly the spiritual community fall prey to conspiracies, anti-vaccine, and anti-mask rhetoric.

I’ve spent a lot of time pondering 2021 and how #TheHierophant card (the card for 2021) plays into the collective and it hit my like a ton of bricks.

What does 2021 hold for you? Find out by booking a 2021 Yearly Reading by clicking HERE

2020 was a Tower Year (Though the Tower wasn’t the card for 2020). Foundations were/are crumbling and we are seeing just shitty our foundations of greed and selfishness (looking at you #GOP) have been and the outcome of them and how it hurts everybody. It’s no surprise really, when you think about how the Emperor Card can represent forms of government and organizations. When 2019 was ending, myself and others were talking about how 2020 would be a year of clear vision. We weren’t wrong, it just happened in a less delicate way.

The Emperor is unyielding and stern. They do not let you learn lessons the easy way. In the case of 2020 we saw people grasping at straws trying to find ways to help them feel like they are in control. This came in the form of rioting over wearing a fucking a mask, protesting a free and fair election, latching on to insane conspiracy theories, and other forms of goddamn non-sense.

All of this is the Emperor’s reversed aspect. These people harnessed the Emperor energy, but in the total and complete wrong way.

The card for 2021 is The Hierophant. This is because 2+0+2+1=5 and The Hierophant is the 5th card in the Major Arcana of Tarot.

I am viewing this card through a really unique lens for this upcoming year and there are a few things I am loving about this card and a few things that are concerning to me. We will talk about both.

The Hierophant is a VERY spiritual card. It depicts a holy figure with two figures kneeling before them. The faith or gender of the holy figure doesn’t matter. What I want to draw your attention to here are the keys at their feet. What are they? They are the keys to enlightenment and understanding on a personal nature. They are keys to your spiritual path. What are you doing with them? Are you putting all of your spiritual eggs in one teacher’s basket? Are you searching and searching for a teacher that resonates and can’t find one?

Benebell Wen says, in her Masterpiece of a book “Holistic Tarot”: “Upright, The Hierophant speaks of a Seeker who relies on another, a figure of authority or an institution, to define for the Seeker what is right and wrong, and the Seeker is attempting to conform to that definition. In reverse, The Hierophant speaks of a Seeker who defines right and wrong by self-determination.”

Now, there are some of you who will no doubt read this and think of the whole “COVID isn’t real” and “Masks violate my freedoms” fuckers. They like to use terms like “self accountability” and shit to justify their stupid and reckless behavior. We will 100% see more of that in 2021, and it will be worse than it was in 2020.

We have to remember, the card for the year doesn’t just make it’s upright aspect known, but the reversed aspect as well.

There will be more covid restrictions in 2021 and people will not take to them lightly because of the politicization of masks (wtf) and of the virus. So be ready for that. On the physical plane, we will see more wide spread conspiratorial nonsense about the government and the virus from right wing religious institutions and organizations which will stir up even more shit amounts the already fanatical followers. This will also come from “spiritual teachers” as well.

This card is not one of the gentle shepherd heading sheep, it’s one (in it’s upright form) that speaks to religious and spiritual manipulation.

I am not blind to the fact that there are people who will come across this post that prescribe to the conspiratorial (love that word) bullshit spouted by disgraced ‘doctors’, ‘guru’s’, psychics, astrologers, and the like who will say that this card represents a year will people will be “forced to conform and be all alike and lose their “sovereignty” and shit like that”.

No. Just no.

This is a year spiritual growth and maturation and a year to see how every spiritual path on the planet, that is centered in the desire to do good and help others, can truly cause a healing to occur.

False Teachers are the name of the game this year as well. I am sad that I discovered quite a lot about people I once respected very highly the spiritual community who went down rabbit holes. Psst, remember how 2020 opened our eyes?

There were people I loved who went off the goddamned deep end into conspiracies, anti-mask rhetoric, the virus isn’t real rhetoric, don’t have fear and fear is the virus rhetoric, and my favorite one “I am breaking free from the matrix” (The Matrix is actually what is causing all of these conspiracy theories to come forward because it wants to test just how discerning we are. It is also bringing the anti-mask rhetoric forward because it’s showing us that these teachers that teach about “5D” and unity, are false because if they cared about unity and everyone else they would actually wear a fucking piece of cloth to protect those around them. The ones that broadcast that they are free from the metric are ones deepest embedded in it.).

These false teachers will grow in number and their influence will be widened. Don’t be deceived because a teacher has the “Swipe Up” feature on their IG stores. Followers don’t mean shit, which is also peak Hierophant card.

In 2021, look at your spiritual path through YOUR OWN experiences. Begin to rely less on other people and their teachings and look at their values.

Talking about Spiritual Influencers, Teachers, etc, I have a policy that I will not entertain Spiritual Teachers, Mediums, Psychics, Healers, Authors, or the like that do not vibe with my beliefs. That may sound drastic. It just might be. But protecting my energy is also of drastic importance. Now, I don’t shut down anyone with a different point of view, unless it’s racist, bigoted, xenophobic, homophobic, anti-science, anti-mask, anti-vaccine, etc.

Discernment is key in 2021. Don’t let pretty tik-toks, instagram grids, or promises of luxury and grandeur sway you into sharing energy with someone that holds toxic views.

ANYONE THAT YOU LET PERFORM A SERVICE FOR YOU GAINS ACCESS TO YOUR ENERGY. If that person has views that don’t vibe with you, don’t allow them that access.

Let 2021 be year where you lean on your own spiritual experiences, and one where you ask for more spiritual experiences to come your way. Do things different in your spiritual practice. You can find out who is on your very own spiritual team by booking a Spiritual Team Reading HERE

I will leave you with this: Covid is real. Masks Work. Wear a mask. Take the vaccine. Don’t be an asshole.

This year will be no picnic, believe that. As much we hope for change since the Donny the Bunker Bitch is out, there is much work to be done both collectively and individually. Forge your path ahead in your spiritual practice. Rely on your connection that you already have to the divine, and may the force be with us all.

Andrew Barker 6/11/20 Andrew Barker 6/11/20

Archangel Companion Quiz

Archangels are among the most powerful. They oversee all other Angels, including our Guardian Angels! They are loving, supportive, and always wanting to speak to us! This quiz will help you identify which Archangel is trying to get your attention!

Question 1: What color are you most draw to?

A) Blue

B) Green

C) Orange

D) Pink

Question 2: Which area of your life is stressing you out the most?

A) Safety

B) Health

C) Being able to follow your passions

D) Money/Finances/Career

Question 3: If you had one wish, what would it be?

A) You and your loved ones protected from harm

B) Perfect Health

C) The courage to follow your dreams and passions

D) Never having to worrying about having enough resources

Question 4: Which of these describes your feelings about money?

A) My personal, spiritual, and psychic protection is more important.

B) Taking care of my health is more important than stressing about money

C) I use my money mostly to pursue my dreams and passions.

D) Money is a top priority to me, I have to have financial stability to feel safe.

Question 5: How do you feel about your passions and interests?

A) I love feeling peaceful and safe in following my passions and interests

B) If I am not feeling my best, I can't give my attention to my passions and hobbies

C) I follow my passions and dreams to the fullest extent and enjoy doing so!

D) I primarily use my money to fund my passions, interests, and hobbies.

Question 6: Safety (psychic, physical, and spiritual) ________?

A) is the most important

B) is important, but not more important than my health.

C) is important so that I can fully follow my heart in pursuing my passions.

D) is feeling financially secure at all times.

Question 7: When you think about your health, which of these apply more?

A) Feeling safe everywhere I go, and protecting my energy, is part of my health routine.

B) My health is the most important thing to me. Spiritual, Physical, Mental, I am always on my game.

C) I want to be healthy so that I can continue following my dreams and passions to the fullest!

D) Financial health is the most important, but I focus on my physical health as well.

Alright! Time to tally up and check your results!

Mostly A's -Archangel Michael

Archangel Michael from the “Keepers Of The Light” Oracle cards by Kyle Gray with art by Lily Moses

This powerful Angel is coming to you to remind you that you are safe and protected always. Archangel Michael always appears with his battle armor and sword, ready to cut away any negativity from our lives. If you answered mostly A's, take a moment to ask Archangel Michael to release you from any fears or negativity so that you can live your life purpose fully and peacefully.

Mostly B's- Archangel Raphael

Archangel Raphael from the “Angel Prayers Oracle” by Kyle Gray

Archangel Raphael is the Angel of health and healing. If you have been struggling with health or healing, call upon Raphael to help you in anyway that he can! This can mean healing you himself, or sending you down the right path to someone who can. Raphael also assists healers and those who want to help others. Another aspect of Archangel Raphael is bring a soul mate to you! So if you got mostly B's, Archangel Raphael is knocking on the door, let him in and don't be afraid to ask for his help or guidance.

Mostly C's- Archangel Gabriel

Archangel Gabriel from the “Angel Prayers Oracle” by Kyle Gray

If you got mostly C's then Archangel Gabriel is the one calling out to you. Gabriel is Angel is of clear messages and communication. She helps writers, teachers, parents, and those who are trying to follow their passions. If you have been following your passions, but things just don't seem to work out, call upon Gabriel to help you see where things could change. She can open up a clear line of communication between you and your higher self to help you reach your full potential!

Mostly D's- Archangel Ariel

Mostly D's says that you have money on the brain! Archangel Ariel is the angel of finances, manifestation, and careers. There are other things about her that we will focus on in later quizzes, but this is her big thing. Ariel is considered to be the Archangel closest to earth, that's why she reigns over the monetary aspects of our lives. If you have been experiencing hardships with money or your career, ask Ariel to help you keep your mindset positive so that you can manifest financial security or a better career, if that is what you want. Never think that asking for money is bad! It is PERFECTLY fine!

I hope that you enjoyed this Quiz! This is the first thing I have done like this. If you would like to learn even more about the angels, including how to see them, hear them, talk to them, and develop a relationship with them, including the ones above, I invite you to check out my “Angels & You” Program by clicking the link. It is a place where you, and others, can talk about the Angels, learn about them, and experience their power! So check it out, and see you there!

Angel Blessings!

Andrew

Andrew Barker 6/11/20 Andrew Barker 6/11/20

If you only knew...

If you have ever felt alone, this is for you. You are here for a reason, and you have beings that are with you to make sure you feel supported!

Hello Lovely People!,

I wanted to post an updated version of this blog post from a while back!

One way that I have grown is knowing, and really comprehending the fact, that I am never, EVER alone. Of course, I knew this before in my head but sometimes be heart doubted it, but a quote from A Course In Miracles really put this in perspective for me:

To me, it became crystal clear when I was really worrying about something going on in my life. I had become almost frantic. I was consumed with thoughts about how “I” could change my situation, or how “I” could fix it. Then, I decided to watch Gabby Bernstein. Now, it’s no secret that I have parted ways with Gabby and her community. However, her teachings have really elevated me and helped me to be able to choose love over fear, however I am human and we all can sink back into that fear state at any given moment. So I turned on Gabby and heard her say a quote from the text A Course In Miracles: “If you knew Who walks beside you on this path which you have chosen, fear would be impossible.” . I remember thinking, ‘damn, this is good!’. So, in that moment, I decided that I would do my best to give up the constant fear that I was experiencing. That’s when things started to change.

I began to open up my heart and life even more to those beings of Love and Light that were just waiting for me to give the “okay”. Something important that you should know is that you can have every Angel on Earth and in Heaven on your side, but if you don’t let them help you then they can’t. Every being has to respect your freewill choices, so make the choice to let them in and let’s get to it!

I FIRMLY believe we have a wonderful team of Angels, Archangels, Ascended Masters (Gods and Goddesses, and other Enlightened Beings), Dragons, and more that are with us every single day. In fact, I know it to be so. The purpose of this post is to give you a bit of guidance into how these beings can help you in your every day life! Let’s get started!

DRAGONS:

Dragons are fourth (and higher) dimensional beings that are tasked with clearing away and consuming a lot of the denser energies, whereas Angels do not necessarily do that. They help us raise our vibration to rise above those energies. However, sometimes we need to help of Dragons when that denser and lower energy is all around us. Dragons are the way makers, the clearers, and the transmutat-ers, that help us keep our energy clear and high vibrational. Dragons are elementals, like Unicorns and Fairies, and therefore have a very grounding impact on you even though they fly high in the sky! There are hundreds of different types of Dragons but the main 4 that will be working with are Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Now, most of the time your personal Dragon will correspond with the Element of your Zodiac Sign, so Cancer will have a Water Dragon, Leo will have a Fire Dragon, and so on. Dragons also have a real ability to get stagnant energy moving again and help you to get ‘unstuck’, if you are feeling that way. Now, I want to give you specialties of the 4 Dragons I mentioned earlier.

Fire Dragons: Burning away lower energies and protecting you from them

Earth Dragons: Keeping you grounded, prosperity, and growth

Water Dragons: Emotional Well-being and Psychic Abilities

Air Dragons: Soaring above earthly matters and seeing from a different perspective.

*Prayer to Connect with Your Dragon* Dear (Kind of Dragon), I ask that you come and fly around me, protect me, and clear the way for new energy to come to me. I ask for your assistance in (name the issue) and thank you for responding to me. So It is.

Now, I had never really heard about Dragon energy until I had signed up for an Online Course with the AMAZING Diana Cooper called, “Meet Your Dragons”. Now, this idea intrigued me but I wasn’t completely sold. But, I was doing the course, watching the videos and doing the meditations, and I began to really sense there was something more to it! So, I decided to meet my Dragon (and earth Dragon named Rory) and began cultivating that relationship by asking for his help, along with Air, Water, Fire, and Violet Flame, Dragons. I began to notice how much more protected I felt, and how I could honestly sense a change in my demeanor when I asked for their help.

Find out what Dragon is with you!

Then, something even more amazing happened: The Dragon Oracle Cards by Diana Cooper were released and my relationship with the Dragons drastically changed for the better. Not only was I able to find new Dragons, but the guidance from them was phenomenal! I highly recommend them, you can snag them here

ANGELS AND ARCHANGELS:

Now, if you know me then you know I adore Angels. I love them to the moon and back and work with them daily. Angels are messengers of God (Universe, Source, whatever) and are tasked with helping us throughout our lives. This particular section is going to focus on Archangels more than Angels, as they are the overseers of the Angels. Each of us has at least 2 Guardian Angels, plus regular Angels, that surround us at all times. However, Archangels have specific specialties that we are going to touch on. Since there are 15 main Archangels, I am going to go over 4 Main ones for times sake:

Gabriel: Messengers, help in parenting, communication

Michael; Protection, Life Purpose, Clearing Energy

Ariel: Manifesting, Animal well-being, Nature

Uriel: Epiphanies, Inspiration, and Manifesting

*Prayer to Connect with Archangels* Dear Loving Universe/God/Whoever and Archangel (Name), I am asking you to come and stand beside me, guide me, and help me with (name the issue). I ask that you send me signs of your presence, love, and support. So it is.

I’ve been working with Angels for years now, and the impact on my life has been amazing. Sometimes, we feel a disconnect from a Higher Power and that keeps us from asking for help. Angels have a lower vibration that God, so they are more easily reached to be able to help us in times of need, meeting us halfway to listen to our needs. I ask for the help of my Angels ever single day and they never fail me! They won’t fail you either!

Cultivate a deeper connection with your Angels in the “Angels & You” Program!

What Archangel is watching over you? Find Out!

ASCENDED MASTERS:

Ascended Masters are Gods, Goddesses, and Enlightened Individuals that help us, in conjunction with The Universe and the Angels and Dragons, to be the best that we can be and to step into our true power and potential. Now, my view of Gods and Goddesses is this: The Divine is pure light. That’s all it is, Light and Love. That light shines through a Diamond that has many different faces and what we perceive to be separate deities are actually all coming from the same light, we just see different faces of that Diamond. I also feel that it helps us to be able to connect easier with the Ascended Master’s because the idea of a deity is easier to comprehend sometimes that speaking directly to “Light”. So when I ask Ganesha for help, I am truly asking a personification of the The Divine to help me. Now, that being said, I believe that each personification requires the utmost respect and devotion, because they are still to be revered. Like the previous sections, I am going to outline 4 Ascended Masters that I love to work with:

Ganesha: Hindu God of Prosperity and Lifter of Obstacles

Kuan Yin: Buddhist Goddess of Divine Compassion and Love

Isis: Egyptian Goddess of Magic, Personal Power, and Manifestation

Mother Mary: Mother of Jesus, Master of Divine Love and Peace, Forgiveness, and Motherhood.

*Invocation of Ascended Master* I humbly ask that (Name) comes into my presence now. I humbly open my life and heart to your love and assistance. Help me to know and feel that you are with me and please show me the most high vibrational way in dealing with (issue). I thank you for your assistance and So It Is.

I have had wondrous success working with these beings, and I know that you will too!

I truly hope that these beings offer you the love, happiness, and support that you need in your life right now.

If you would like to know which Ascended Master to work with, you can find out here!

The purpose of this post is for you to know that you are never alone on your path. Don’t be afraid and Don’t Lose Hope. You have a whole team of beings dedicated to helping you succeed and to loving you!

If you want to find out more about which beings are around you and assisting you in your life, you can book your Spiritual Team Reading Here! This reading is one that I am the most proud of because of how it has helped people rise up into their power!

Andrew Barker 6/10/20 Andrew Barker 6/10/20

No longer a Spirit Junkie

Ugh, I wasn’t going to do this. But I got a sign from the Universe today that basically told me to not be a bitch and do it.

I have had many teachers on my spiritual path. Some have stayed with me, some I have kept, some I have let go of entirely.

However this situation is different. In 2016 or thereabouts, I pre-ordered The Universe has you back to get access to the free manifesting workshop. Now, I hate to admit this, but I was going to cancel the preorder after the workshop because, even then, I couldn’t afford to buy a book.

This changed instantly when the workshop started. I felt so much peace and joy and serenity. I felt empowered and emboldened to live and step into my purpose. I became so at peace and genuinely full of faith in the universe.

That point changed everything for me. I soaked up everything Gabby offered. Everything. Books, courses, YouTube videos, you name it. I would spend my days off watcher her videos and crying my eyes out because it was exactly what I needed to hear.

So, when the opportunity presented itself to go to Spirit Junkie Masterclass, I jumped at it. It was a wonderful experience. I met so many amazing friends and people. But that also started something in me that I didn’t tell many people about.

While at Spirit Junkie, I couldn’t shake this feeling of being left out of everything. I felt alone because I didn’t sign up to be an essential oils salesman or buy all this whatever the fuck. I remember sending $80 that I didn’t have on a Mala bead necklace to fit in.

I felt that the material was great, but there was a tad of an elitist vibe to it. Now, this isn’t saying I’m not grateful for having been invited, I am. But I felt something I couldn’t quite explain.

So I came home and did my thing. Started buying essential oils that I didn’t give two shits about, started become super active in the facebook groups, but I still just didn’t fit in. I felt like since I wasn’t a “coach” or “wellness coach”/“advocate” that I wasn’t really a priority for people to interact with because they couldn’t make money off of me.

Now, keep in mind that during this time I was still following Doreen Virtue heavily. So I was also very heavily involved there as well.

Doreen was occupying the top pedestal with Gabby occupying the one right below it. I let that pedestal distract me from what was really going on.

I realized quickly that there were some questionable people in the Spirit Junkie Community. People who were projecting this larger than life lifestyle while getting caught with drugs, people basically worshipping the ground Gabby walked on like she was God, and people who thought that calling themselves “Spirit Junkies” gave them an advantage over any other kind spiritual path/person.

This really took a turn when friends of mine got fucked over by SJ’s They called out the spirit junkie community as a whole, and even Gabby, but nothing was done to rectify and situations. I admit, I turned a blind eye to some of it and wrote it off as being made to be bigger than it was because I didn’t want to see fault in another teacher. I didn’t want to be let down.

But it kept nagging at me, and I kept getting off-putting vibes from the people but I still soaked up the information like a sponge.

I posted Gabby’s work 1) because it actually helped (and some still does help) me and 2) I wanted gain followers. That’s why you use hashtags, so people can find your stuff. That’s literally the whole point.

But even that begin to change. It was brought to my attention first by one friend, then by another, how toxic the SJ community is, and I quickly began to see that. In a facebook group, a black woman posted about her disappointment in the response from Gabby about the black lives matter movement and begged her to do more and speak up more. This white lady posted that “she is really working through the judgment detox journal” and suggests that this woman do that.

Judgement Detox will not stop systemic racism and the killing of unarmed black people.

That pissed me off.

Then, a SJ who is just a crazy fucking psychotic bitch, threatened one of my friends and nothing was done about it by Gabby. It was a “forgive and delete” conversation.

I admit my part of the hypocrisy by not calling out teachers out of ignorance and fear of being retaliated against. I’m sorry for that.

That’s bullshit.

The Spirit Junkie Community from 2018 on, I have left in the dust.

I had one bitch tell me “I have an army of positive light warriors on my side so don’t come for me”. Well, apparently your light and mine are different as fuck, so you can keep yours.

If we are friends from there, and still talk, then I love you and hope we can still be friends after this. I just can’t gloss over behavior like this from spiritual groups and teachers anymore. I can’t.

So, I am in the process of leaving the groups, unfollowing people, I’ve already blocked a million of them, and setting my new course. No matter what, I know the Universe Has My Back.

Andrew Barker 4/9/20 Andrew Barker 4/9/20

Chakra Care for your time in Quarantine

So, this time is difficult for the world. We are in a ever evolving storm of uncertainty. I have said this before and will say it again: I will not spiritualize this situation. I will not give health advice. I’m not a fucking doctor so I tend to stay the fuck in my lane. What I will say, however, is that we are Spiritual Beings having a human experience. Not the other way around. We aren’t humans seeking spirituality. We should be following CDC Guidelines and guidance from our local and state officials. But also, we shouldn’t be placing our heads in the the spiritual sand. This is a situation where we are being called to do our part Spiritually AND Physically.

Do your energy healings, but practice social distancing

Clear your energy, but wash your hands

Use your oils, but don’t go out unless you have to

This blog post is going to focus on the chakras. It’s important to take care of yourself energetically and physically so we are going to be focusing on the spiritual aspect here, seeing as, like I said, I’m not a fucking doctor. So get your pen and paper ready, or not. Whatever.

Chakras are energy centers in your energetic body. Cyndi Dale says in her book “Llewellyn’s Complete Book of Chakras” (a book I am sourcing a lot of this information from as well) that chakras are organs of the body that manage energy. I love that. We fo the extra mile to take care of the organs we KNOW are there, so too should we be taking care of the organs you can’t see!

We are going to be focusing on the main 7: Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus, Heart, Throat, Third Eye, and Crown. By no means is this an end all be all guide, I will give you a book recommendation at the end of the post.

If you want to know the health of your chakras, book the “Colors of You” Chakra Reading Here: https://www.tarotangel444.com/readings/colors-of-you-chakra-reading

Alright, Let’s start with the first chakra, the Root Chakra.

Color: Red

Element: Earth

Crystal: Ruby, Garnet, Hematite

Sense: Smell (Diffuse earthy scents)/Attraction (Watch Porn or Fuck)

Body Part: Feet

Location: Base of the spine, between the reproductive organs and anus

Angel: Ariel, the Archangel of the Earth and of Manifestation

Helps with: Safety, Security, Survival, and Basic Physical Needs.

When the Root Chakra is deficient, you may experience anxiety, lack of focus and follow-through, financial lack, worry, doubt, and poor boundaries. If the Root Chakra is in excess, you could notice attitudes of greed, excessive spending, hypochondria, laziness and fatigue, fear of change, and super rigid boundaries.

A balanced Root Chakra brings us prosperity, trust in the universe, a sense of ease, common sense, and the ability to manifest what we need in our physical lives. It also brings us the energy that we need and ability to be rooted but not stagnant.

Exercise for balancing the Root Chakra:

Get barefoot.

Stand up straight. (If this is difficult then sit straight up with your feet on the floor)

Start stomping your feet (if you are not on the first level of an apartment building, please be courteous and lightly stomp)

As you stomp, see a red light at the base of your spine illuminating your genitalia and booty.

Bring your awareness to any thoughts or feelings of lack, fear, anxiety, poverty, financial insecurity, excessive spending, paranoia, or overeating.

It’s okay to feel these feelings as they come up.

See those feelings in your root chakra as black dots.

It’s okay if you see a lot of them.

Take a big inhale

On the exhale see these black spots leave the root chakra, travel down your legs, and out through the bottoms of your feet.

As you stomp these black dots, they start to glow with white light.

On the inhale you bring this white light back into your body and down to your root chakra.

Your root chakra glows bright and the light extends from the chakra out to your body and energy field.

Affirmations:

I am safe

I am secure

I am prosperous

I am aligned

I achieve my goals

I have healthy boundaries

I start what I finish

I am abundant

See? Easy! Do this exercise anytime you need it! Don’t worry about feeling the negative feelings either. Honor them for trying to protect you and let them go.

Chakra #2: The Sacral Chakra

Color: Orange

Element: Water

Sense: Taste

Crystal: Carnelian

Body Part: Testes and Ovaries

Location: Under the navel

Angel: Gabriel, the Archangel of delivering messages

Helps with: Emotions, Creativity, Sensuality

If the Sacral Chakra is deficient you may experience rigid belief systems, lack of social skills and desire, and fear of change. This chakra in excess, however, will shoe up as addictions to sex, shopping, and food/wine along with irresponsibility, seductive manipulation, codependency, and being overly attached to people or outcomes.

When the Sacral Chakra is balanced, you will experience friendliness, vitality, sensuality, sexual liberation and expression, and a sense satisfaction.

So, this one is a bit saucy and I was expecting for it to get like this, but whatever.

For this exercise, with no pants on, or just in your underwear, sit down cross legged or lay down.

Place your hands over your ovaries or testes

See a radiant orange ball of light covering this area.

Think of al lot the blocks to your creativity, emotional expression, and sexual expression

Let these blocks sit in front of you and acknowledge them

Thank them for trying to protect you from being hurt

Take a deep breath in

On the exhale, begin to move your hands back and forth over the aforementioned areas.

You can move your hands to the pubic area if it’s more comfortable

Move your hands until you feel some heat build up

See the blocks dissolve into white, sparkling, light.

As you move your hands back and forth, honor your body for the creativity it inspires

Know it’s okay to express your sexuality in healthy ways

Tell yourself “I am a sensual being. My sexuality gives birth the creativity and emotional healing”

See this white light enter your sacral chakra, making the orange ball of light expand outside your body into your energy field, matching the shape and size of your root chakra.

Do this anytime you need to balance that Sacral Chakra.

Affirmations:

I am a creative being

I embrace sexuality

I am sensual

I am compassionate

I am friendly

Chakra #3 Solar Plexus Chakra

Color: Yellow

Element: Fire

Sense: Sight

Crystal: Tiger’s Eye, Citrine, Smoky Quartz

Body part: Pancreas

Location: ...the Solar Plexus

Angel: Metatron for spirituality and Raquel for healthy friendships

Helps with: Personal Power, Self Esteem, Willpower

I’m sure you can deduce what a deficient Solar Plexus Chakra can manifest as, but I’ll tell you anyway. You may have or experience low self esteem, poor self discipline, a victim mentality, passivity, and a blaming attitude. What happens if it’s OVER active though? Controlling, dominance, aggressiveness, stubbornness, the need to be right, and competition energy.

Damn. That’s a lot, right? Well, if this chakra is balanced, you will most likely experience healthy assertiveness, cooperation, productivity, and mental focus and clarity.

That sounds a lot better, so let’s do a little exercise! This one is super easy.

Stand in mountain pose, hands together.

Take a deep breath, and exhale

Move your hands to your solar plexus/stomach area

Feel your belly expand and contract with every breath

See a beaming yellow light in this area

I want to you feel, see, and acknowledge all of the shit that’s hacked away at your self-esteem and power

See it clearly and call it out verbally if you need to.

See all of those things as whispy black energy in this yellow ball of light.

Using your hands, pull out this energy and throw it up into the air.

As it leaves your body, it turns white.

Do this as much as you need to.

When you’re done, see all of that whispy white light come and surround your body

Let this light strengthen your energy field and then flow back into the yellow ball of light

The yellow light expands into your body and energy field, matching the root and sacral chakras.

Affirmations:

I am powerful

I am aligned

I am assertive

I am focused

I am intelligent

I am decisive

Chakra #4 The Heart Chakra

Color: Green

Body Part: Heart

Sense: Touch

Crystal: Malachite and Rose Quartz

Element: Air

Location:...You get it

Angel: Raphael, the archangel of healing, health, and relationships

Helps with: love, relationships, and forgiveness

If this isn’t doing what it’s supposed to, you will experience inability to forgive, loneliness, lack of empathy and self-love, apathy, indifference, and no self love. If it is doing the absolute most, this you will experience jealousy, egotism, and codependency.

So, after it’s balanced you will most likely have easier experiences with forgiveness, self-love, compassion, motivation, and acceptance.

Okay so let’s balance it!

Put your hands on your heart

Take some deep breaths

Listen to this track: https://youtu.be/DpYPVhvw_kM

As you listen and breathe, let go of any bitterness and hatred

Let go of anything not allowing you to love yourself

And see a glowing green and pink light in your heart growing and expanding to size of the other chakras!

Affirmations:

I am forgiving

I am empathetic

I am kind

I am loving

I love myself

Chakra #5 Throat Chakra

Color: Sky Blue/Turquoise

Body Part: Thyroid and Throat

Sense: Sound

Crystal: Turquoise

Element: Ether (All elements)

Location: Throat

Angel: Sandalphon, the angel of creativity and delivering prayers

Helps with: Communication and Expression

If your throat chakra is deficient, you will probably be experiencing being too precise and not able to express your truth. If your throat chakra is doing a lot, then you will probably be gossiping, talking too much, stuttering, loudness, compulsive behaviors, and overeating.

If it’s balanced, you will have positive communication, expression, and creativity. You will also experience contentment.

Let’s Balance and Clear!

Find your favorite song

Sing to it

As you sing to it, see a glowing ball of blue light in your throat.

To more you sing, the more negativity leaves this chakra.

Smile as you sing, knowing the energy is coming back as pure positivity

Keep singing and see this positivity make the blue light expand to match the sizes of the other chakras!

Affirmations:

I communicate clearly

I am expressive

I am positive

I am content

I am am active listener

Chakra #6 Third Eye Chakra

Color: Violet/Indigo

Body Part: Pituitary Gland/Eyes

Sense: Sight

Crystal: Lapis Lazuli and Clear Quartz

Element: Light

Location: Between and above eye brows

Angel: Haniel, the Archangel of Clairvoyance and Psychic Abilities and Raziel, the Archangel who heals blocks to spiritual gifts and imparts universal wisdom.

Helps with: Perception, Clairvoyance, and Vision

When this chakra isn’t functioning properly, you ma have difficulty planing for the further, not be able to see the obvious, memory loss, and lack of joy along with anxiety and perception issues. When this chakra is super hyper, though, you will notice fantasizing, difficulty concentrating, obsessiveness, delusions, and nightmares.

A perfectly working ThIrd Eye Chakra brings a strong intuition, positive use of imagination, being able to see the big picture, see and perceive the spiritual realms and being able to take aligned action.

Let’s balance this bitch!

Do this in any position you want to, it really doesn’t fucking matter.

Take three deep breaths in through your nose and out through your mouth.

Cup your hands in front you.

See shimmering rainbow liquid light coming down from the Universe and fill your hands.

When your hands are full of this liquid light, bring them up to your third eye and let the light wash your third eye clean of any debris keeping you from seeing guidance from the spirit realm.

Do this as many times as you feel are needed.

When you are finished, see your third eye chakra grow to match your other chakras.

Affirmations:

I am Clairvoyant

I see things as they are not how I wish they were.

I see accurately and clearly

I see and follow the guidance from the spirit world.

Chakra #7 Crown Chakra

Color: Violet/White/Gold

Body Part: Brain shit like that

Sense: No sense associated due to it’s nature not being tied to anything physical

Crystal: Apophyllite

Element: None

Location: Top of the head

Angel: Michael, the Archangel whose name means “He is who like God” and the Archangel of protection and safety

Helps with: Spiritual Connection to the Divine/Universe

If your Crown Chakra is clogged (aka Deficient) , then you will probably see it manifest as a lack of purpose, ethics, and joy. Being a selfish and materialistic asshole, along with just a general sense of defeating attitudes will be the norm. Now, if it’s going and going like the energizer bunny, you may experience an addiction to spirituality as a way to bypass what you are needing to deal with. You will experience a lack of grounded decision making and run the risk of succumbing to superiority complexes.

A perfectly balanced Crown Chakra will result is not being driven by ego desires of recognition, fame, or fortune. You will be able to step back and see the bigger picture and adapt the “As Above, So Below” Mantra and put it into practice.

Last Exercise!

Since this chakra is one that connects you to the Universe, it also connects all of the other chakras to each other, this exercise will incorporate all of the chakras.

Be in whatever position you want.

See a pillar of blazing white light come down from the Universe.

Let this light sit on the top of your head, clearing your crown chakra of anything that is hindering your connection to source energy.

Just see it dissolve away.

Let this light hit all of your chakras, clearing away any psychic debris.

As this light hits every chakra, affirm “My _____ Chakra is perfectly balanced”.

When the light hits your Root Chakra, see every chakra grow (or shrink) to be the exact same size.

The optimal level is to have them almost outside of your body, touching your energy field.

Once they are balanced, let the white light surround you and sit in it as long as you want to/can.

Affirmations:

I am connected to the Divine.

My ideas are divinely inspired.

I am perfectly attune to my spiritual power.

I can think clearly and responsibly.

TA-DA!

Your Chakras are balanced!

This was a long ass blog post. So fucking appreciate it.

Andrew.

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How to Channel

Channeling is as scary as Hollywood makes it out to be. It’s a natural ay to communicate with higher level beings and your angels!

So, thinking about channeling? Let’s chat!

I did a Podcast called “Suddenly Seeking Spirit” with my friends Andrea and Andrew on the topic of channeling and that’s what inspired this post!

Listen on Apple Podcasts

Listen on Spotify

If you are reading this, I have a pretty good idea that you have heard about channeling. Even more likely is that you’ve seen channeling done in movies where a psychic’s eyes roll back in their head and their voice sounds like gollum from lord of the rings.

That’s not what real channeling is.

Channeling is a natural form of communication between humans and angelic beings, nature spirits, non-physical entities, or even animals and pets. This definition is one I found from www.cirmsoncircle.com that I really resonated with.

Channeling is, and should be, natural. We are spiritual beings first. We are pure energy and energy can’t be destroyed, it just changes. So, why does it look so goddamn hard and why do people feel like it’s out of their reach?

Well, your ego is why. We are worried about a lot of things like lower energies, “demons”, and feeling like we are making shit up or imposter syndrome.

Stop that shit. You can do this. Not only can you do it, it can change your life. To give you some perspective, I have been reading tarot for 7 years, I’m a Medium which means I talk to dead folks, and I psyched myself out about channeling for the longest time.

Then it hit me. Out of nowhere. I didn’t need to take expensive courses or sell my soul ( I don’t think).

I just started. I will share my process for how it started in this post later on.

My guide I channel is named Francisco. He has never been human and is from a whole other dimension and galaxy and offers insight about his observations of the human experience.

You can hear Francisco’s messages on my YouTube Channel Here:

If you want your own message from Francisco, you can order that here:

https://www.tarotangel444.com/readings/channeled-message-from-francisco

Channeling is something that has changed a lot for me. I can access this wisdom and guidance anytime I need it and so can you.

We are the ones who build our own blocks to our success. Spiritual Success, Financial Success, Romantic Success, all of it. We don’t see something as possible for us, so we just ignore it and keep showing ourselves reasons why it won’t work.

Here are the reasons why channeling can, will, and should, work for you:

You are already divine as fuck and don’t need to do anything extra
You have a whole Spiritual Team WAITING to contact you
You are more powerful than you know and give yourself credit for
You are pure love, you just have to see it

I asked Francisco for a message for you all about channeling are here is what he wanted to say:

“I want you to not think about how the guidance will come, what it will sound like, what it will feel like or what should happen. The biggest hindrance to all of your progress in all fronts is your expectation of what it should b, there is that much more times a million that you don’t. When you release that need to control, when you release that expectancy of what your experience will be like, that is where we are waiting to meet you. That is where your guidance is. When you lat down the need to control what the experience will be and the desire to coordinate every detail, you find the magic you are, and have been, looking for”e from your limited viewpoints. As much as you think you have control over the world around you.”

So here is a quick exercise to help you channel as you write. Also keep in mind your handwriting may change. That’s totally normal so don’t freak out.:

Supplies:

Paper
Pen/Pencil
Oracle Deck

The oracle deck is technically optional, but I found that when I first started channeled writing it gave me a topic to focus on. You can also find oracle card apps and decks online to draw cards from if you don’t have a deck yourself! I personally love Colette-Baron Reid’s website (CLICK HERE), you can draw cards from some of her decks for free!

Okay, so just sit with your paper and pen or pencil in front of you.

Take some deep breaths and really get comfortable.

Release all tension in your shoulders, jaw, and neck.

Shuffle your cards (virtual or physical) and find the card that sticks out.

Pick that card. I got a card called “Water” with “Emotional Well-being” as the subtitle.

So, knowing that’s the topic I will channel guidance about I start the process of calling in the angels and guides.

Don’t worry if you don’t see them or what they look like. Just see white light all around you.

Let this white light shine and fill up the room.

Tell them what the topic of the guidance will be and take some deep breaths.

Let go of your own thoughts and feelings and expectations.

Start listening to that small voice talking to you and write down what it says.

You can tell it to slow down if it’s going too fast.

When it stops, stop. Then review what you wrote.

You may find that you zoned out, that’s totally okay and normal! Eventually, you will get to the point where you won’t need that paper and pen and can just speak what you are hearing. It took me almost 10 days of consistent channeling to get to the point where I couldn’t keep up with just writing and had to start speaking it into my voice memos. It may take you more times, it may take you less. The important thing is to go at your own pace!

Comment on this post or send me a DM over on Instagram at www.instragram.com/tarotwithandrew and tell me how the exercise went!

Keep Channeling!

Andrew

Andrew Barker 1/9/20 Andrew Barker 1/9/20

Goal Setting with The Emperor and the Angels

Welcome to 2020!

I know we have been here for over a week now, but I haven’t had the time to actually sit down and write this thing!

You can glean from the title that we are going to be talking about Archangels Michael and Uriel, The Emperor, and what it means for us.

To find out what Archangels are with you, book a Spiritual Team Reading (Click the Text to be taken to check out)!

Archangel Michael from The Angel Tarot and Archangel Uriel from the Archangel Power Tarot

2019 was a 12 Year, which associates us with the Hanged Man in the major arcana. So, if 2019 felt a little off kilter or like you were treading water, that is why. The hanged man doesn’t move. He gracefully swings by his feet while offering you a chance to reconnect with your true perspective. Likewise, if you felt turned upside down and shaken like a mother fucker, that’s his energy as well. However, you moved on, you’re here. Now let’s get down to business (to defeat the huns) with the Emperor and Archangels Michael and Uriel.

2020 (2+0+2+0=4) brings us the gift of things being set right. The Emperor doesn’t fuck around, nor do they entertain bullshit. Much the archangels associated with the cards in the Angel Tarot and Archangel Power Tarot, Michael and Uriel, the Emperor gives us the chance to clear away the nasty shit that we have been carrying with us and brings us the gifts of structure, logic, willpower, determination, and ambition.

Associated with the sign of Aries, the headstrong, independent, and steadfast goat of the Zodiac, The Emperor comes to help us sweep up all the dirt, and tie up loose ends. Much like the sign of Aries brings us Spring, the Emperor brings us the opportunity to do some spring cleaning. This includes your mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional spaces. Don’t carry things that aren’t yours to carry any more. Ask yourself “Is it logical to carry these burdens?”, “How does carrying these burden negatively impact me and those around me?”.

How does this work with Angels? I am so glad you asked. Michael and Uriel (I’m going to call them the Sparkly Strong Arm of Heaven) can add that Angelic boost act you are looking for to help you achieve your goals and leave behind the things that are longer serving you, while helping you remain accountable for the the situations that you perpetuated, and they do it in a loving way.

Archangel Michael is the bouncer of heaven, no negativity gets though him.

Archangel Uriel is the Light of God, nothing escapes him. He can make sure you hit your mark!

These two angels can bring you into powerful alignment with the Emperor energy of 2020 by aiding you to only work on what is going to further your path. If something is a dead end, leave it alone and walk away. If you are setting goals this year, ask Uriel to shine is light on them and ask Michael to protect not only your goals, but your personal energy field as you move through this year.

Working with the Sparkly Strong Arm of Heaven (SSAOH) is a guaranteed way to align with the Emperor energy and to see your goals come to fruition. Oh, you want an exercise to help you? I’m glad you asked!

What you will need:

Pen
2 Pieces of Paper (or a notes app)
Tea Light Candle (if you want)
An Emperor Card (Picture or Physical Card)

1: Write down your goals on one piece of paper

2: Place the Emperor card on top of your goals (or simply draw the Aries Glyph and the number 4 on it if you don’t have access to a card)

3: Visualize Gold Glittery Light and Bright Purple light covering your goals. These are the colors for SSAOH.

4: If you feel comfortable say the following prayer: “ Archangels Michael and Uriel (or Sparkly Strong Arm of Heaven), Please bring attention to my goals. Help them come to fruition in my mind and in my energy field so that I can see them in the physical world. Please protect my goal from any lower vibrations and negative energy and show me the next actionable steps to achieve these goals in the way that Emperor would. Thank you for helping me to remain focused, steadfast, determined, and dedicated to my goals and for helping me see them through. So it is”

4: After you either say the prayer, or sit with the Gold and Purple Light for a while, take out your second piece of paper and immediately begin to write action steps that feel good to you. Let your pen be guided by the Archangels.

5: Once you are finished, keep your goals and actions steps in a place where you can see them and know that the Angels have your back!

Here’s to a wonderful 2020 with the Sparkly Strong Arm of Heaven!

To find out what Archangels are with you, book a Spiritual Team Reading (Click the Text to be taken to check out)!

Dear Friends, My heart has been bothered by some negativity and I feel the need to express what’s been placed on my heart….I will be as eloquent as possible: Doreen Virtue is being a dick. My Youtube Video about the situation is HERE

Andrew Barker 1/25/19 Andrew Barker 1/25/19

The REAL A-Z List Doreen Virtue doesn’t want you to see!….

Dear Friends,

My heart has been bothered by some negativity and I feel the need to express what’s been placed on my heart….I will be as eloquent as possible:

Doreen Virtue is being a dick.

My Youtube Video about the situation is HERE

For real.

Her A-Z List of New Age Practices is rooted in fear and stupidity and I am going to give you all the REAL list of things to avoid. So buckle up, bitches.

A- Assholes who tell you to believe what they believe or you are going to burn forever in Hell. False. People who do this are very insecure in their belief system and are looking for others to join them so that they feel validated. There is also a sense of superiority among these people because they feel like they are “in on a secret”…they are not.

B- Bullies. The one thing that REALLY pissed me off was that Doreen made a facebook group for people to join called “New Agers converting to Christianity” or some bullshit like that. Just because you liked Doreen in the past DOES NOT MEAN YOU HAVE TO CHANGE YOUR BELIEF SYSTEM BECAUSE SHE DID! People that use their influence to guilt others and bully them into changing their belief systems are assholes, and we already established we avoid those.

C- Christians. Now, not all of them. I know some Christians who use oracle cards, chant kundalini mantras, and love goddess, and they are AMAZING! What I mean here is don’t go out of your way to have a conversation with a christian about your beliefs, because you will inevitably be talked to about how you should join the dark side because they have the “blood of Jesus” (ie Grapejuice, which was very anticlimactic for me).

D- Doreen Virtue. Enough said. That crazy train derailed and blew up with no survivors.

E- Energy draining bullshit. A lot of us have the ability to let this just be like water off a duck’s back. We can make fun of it, and say it’s bullshit. However, if it’s hard for you to watch or listen to, walk away from it. Everyone handles things in different ways and it’s okay to keep your distance.

F- Fear and Fuckery. Your path is yours and it works for YOU. Don’t let one person strike fear in you. You aren’t possessed, or oppressed, by demons. If you love Unicorns, and throw Oracle Cards, then do it and do it well. Be YOU. Don’t listen to the bullshit, OR THE BULLIES.

G- God. The Christian one. You know, the one who gets petty and sends people to hell for stupid shit. That one. Yeah, we don’t like that.

G- Giving ANY Fucks. At all. About anything.

H- Hell. Should be easy because it doesn’t exist.

I- Idiots who think they are right. If your biggest source of information comes from a piece of channeled writing that GIVES ITSELF the qualifications of being “the word of God”, then you are basically reading a book by Donald Trump, because he is the only one who still thinks he’s qualified to do anything.

J- Jesus. But not the cool Jesus. I love Jesus, he is amazing to work with. This is the Jesus who, once again, will send you to Hell (ie Narnia) if you don’t accept a ‘gift’ of salvation (ie becoming a fucking asshole) you didn’t ask for.

K- “Kingdom Comer’s”. You know, the people who say Jesus is coming back every Blood Moon…or Thursday. Jesus is not trying to come to this ratchet planet in the flesh, so disregard that rumor.

L- "Lightworkers” who do nothing to help anyone. Oof, bet you didn’t see this one coming. If you say you are a Lightworker, do the work and don’t be a fucking asshat who uses the word to inflate their fragile ego.

M- Mansplainers, with (White) Christian men leading the pack. Who better to tell you what to do better than a man who reads the Bible? Who better to tell you what to do with your vagina than someone who doesn’t have one? I know right, groundbreaking shit.

M- Money. Specifically, religions that guilt you into giving money you don’t have to please a God who apparently owns the Universe. Fuck that shit.

N- Not checking facts or resources. Come on, if you are going to give us a whole fucking dissertation about how bad things are, use more than the Bible and a stupid fucking website you copy and pasted from.

O- Overzealous Christians. “Yes, Pamela, I see that you have a cross tattoo on your wrist, have “Live, Laugh, Love” in your living room, and constantly use #blessed on your pictures of Chick-Fil-A. Give it a fucking rest, we don’t care.”

P- Proselytism- No one wants your beliefs. If they did, they would ask you about it. Don’t let people try to convert you, say “fuck you” and continue riding the unicorn or whatever you like to ride. No judgements.

Q- I don’t fucking know. Quesadilla’s that aren’t from MOE’S Southwest Grill or a Food Truck…you’re welcome.

Q- Quoting the Bible for EVERYTHING:

“How is your sister, Tom?”

“In the beginning God created the Heavens and the Earth”...it’s random and pretentious and no one gives a fuck.

R- Reading Comments on Doreen’s posts. You will lose brain cells. Once again, you’re welcome.

S- Selling your soul to the Neon and Pastel colored Devil. If you are going to do it, the Glitter Devil gives you more bang for your buck, and French Fries!

T- Teachers who use their influence to guilt you into believing what they believe. This is cult mentality and very dangerous. Nothing good can, or will, come from this so PLEASE be careful and realize YOU are the best teacher you could ever have.

U- Understanding where the other person is coming from. This is bullshit. If someone is preaching and spouting toxic bullshit, don’t try to understand their wounded fucking childhood. Get away from them and rub some smoky quartz (or throw it at them, I don’t care).

V- Victim mentality. If you feel attacked, step back and look at it. Find the lesson in it, and move on. Don’t stay in that mindset because you are better than that.

W- Wet Socks. Literally the worst. Thing. Ever.

X- Xenophobes. Fucking Asshats. Donald Trump. It’s all the same.

Y- Yellow food, unless it’s skittles or M&M’s. Bananas suck and smell HORRIBLE.

Z- Zephaniah. Don’t name your fucking kid this. Or your pet. It’s stupid.

Now, some of this list was 100% Satire. But some of it is also really real.

Doreen Virtue helped a lot of people, myself included, become comfortable with our gifts and confident enough to share them with the world.

I honor her for that purpose, and it’s not ever her I’m honoring, it’s the fact that, for a period of time, she allowed herself to be a vessel to help others. I would not be where I am today without her and Radleigh Valentine, who I fucking love beyond words.

If this is hard for you, I get it. She was like a spiritual mother to me and I took it HARD. But it will be okay! She is doing her own crazy train thing and that doesn’t mean you have to. Don’t follow her on any social media, and unsubscribe from her email list. That’s what I had to do, and it’s okay!

Your peace of mind is important. Protect that.

Also, fuck that goddamn copy and paste hack job of a fucking list she made.

If you need me, I’ll be on my glittery unicorn, reading harry potter, and practicing my affirmations while being VERY mindful of all the bullshit this stirred up, but if you would like a reading, I got you!

PS: I wanted to share a really great article on Tarot (uh oh, a baaaaaaaaad thing lol) and the Major Arcana! It’s by A Little Spark of Joy and it’s DIVINE!! You can read it here: https://www.alittlesparkofjoy.com/tarot/major-arcana/

Book a reading!

Love and Light,

Andrew

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Burst through blocks with Tarot!

I think that, at times, we approach tarot as the super mystical tool for connecting with divine energy and channeling unicorns and things and forget that it is actually a really practical tool in helping us in our every day lives.

It isn’t “bad” to approach Tarot with regular, every day, questions. It doesn’t demean the ‘Magic” of it in any way. I actually believe that it strengthens our connection with our deck(s) when we show that level of trust by asking questions that we legit need answers to in that moment.

I have been reading tarot for around 5 years and I have had some crazy amazing spiritual experiences doing so, but I have also consulted Tarot for “smaller” questions and things I just wanted to know in that moment.

It’s okay to ask Tarot for help and clarification, that is what it’s there for! So, in this blog post, we are going to talk about how we can use Tarot to help us navigate our way around the blocks that seem to hold us back from living our best life.

I am going to provide you with a spread and everything, so that you have all the means necessary to help you right here, right now.

You are going to notice that, in this spread, I bring in the energy of Lord Ganesha. The purpose for this is that he is THE one to go to when you ned help bursting through blocks and obstacles.

You can find the spread at the end of this blog post! But, for now, let’s chat about the blocks that we can face and what guidance may come through to help us with them.

MENTALITY BLOCKS

Now, before we even go too deep into this, I AM NOT talking about mental illness. AT ALL. This portion of the post is dedicated to the thoughts that plague us and keep us from truly living the life we desire.

I am a full believer that our thoughts create our reality and that they need to be monitored as much as possible. If they aren’t, we can find ourselves in a downward spiral of negative thoughts and, then, negative experiences. We can get so stuck in negative thought patterns that we don’t even realize that we are in them because they seem so normal to us! If you are familiar with Abraham-Hicks, then you know that The Law of Attraction is always offering us what we give, and what we give is our thoughts and vibration. So, in the spread, you will see that the card that comes up for you is all about the ways that you can break those mental cycles that are keeping you down and making you feel blocked. When you do this, you will begin to notice that your thoughts get more positive, your vibration gets higher, and you begin to attract more of what you want to see in your life.

PHYSICAL BLOCKS

Now, this isn’t talking about an actual wall, but rather a series of events, places, people, etc., that are seemingly keeping you hemmed in to where you are.These things can be a boss that nags you, a dead job that you hate, people that talk down to you about your dreams, as well as low vibe people and habits in general. The second card in the spread is all about how you can circumvent these perceived blocks and let them become opportunities for new direction and growth. There is no such thing, truly, as an ‘obstacle’. My teacher, Gabby Bernstein says that “Obstacles are detours in the right direction” and I have really taken that to heart and I hope you will do the same.

SPIRITUAL BLOCKS

These particular blocks are, I believe, the trickiest to sort out because they can be very deeply rooted in the essence of who we are. Past Life Traumas, Residual Energy from Dogmatic Belief Systems, Psychic Attacks, Being Empathic, and many other Spiritual maladies can really have a profound impact on how you perceive the world around you. I do want to clarify a few things before we go any further:

Being Empathic isn’t bad, but when you don’t know how to manage it you absorb energy and emotions from every person you come into contact with, which can drag you down majorly.

Psychic Attacks can also be SUPER prevented just by taking care of your own energy and keeping it neat and shiny!

You can learn more about protecting your energy HERE

Spiritual Blocks are also super tricky because they require quite a bit more work to navigate sometimes. You may need a Past Life Reading (Vix From New Age Hipster has a Past Life Reading that is fucking LEGIT), a Tarot Reading, or A Lightworker 1 on 1 Session to get to the bottom of what is keeping you stuck!

There are a plethora of tools available to you to embrace this healing, and, when you draw the particular card in the spread, it is showing you an action step you can take to begin the journey of Spiritual Healing (feel free to draw 2 additional card for a total of 3 steps)!

YOUR HIGHER SELF GUIDANCE

What the fuck is a “Higher Self”? Well, in a nutshell, it is the part of yourself that is 100% connected to Source/God/The Universe at all times. Because it is always 100% connected, you can tap into it to receive guidance from the Universe! When you draw this card in the spread, it is literally bringing the energy of the universe down through you so get really comfortable. There is no need to draw this card super quick. Visualize a beam of white light coming down from the heavens and resting on top of your head, this is your “connection” to the Divine. Let this light just rest with you and, when you feel ready, ask for guidance from your higher self about the blocks that you are facing and draw the card!

ANGELIC GUIDANCE

So, I would be doing you a TOTAL disservice, and honestly not being myself, if I didn’t talk about ANGELS! Angels are, in my opinion, fucking amazing. They are the bridge between Heaven and Earth and are ALWAYS ready to help you. In fact, they are pretty much chomping at bit to help you. So why don’t they? Because we need to ask! We all have freewill and, because of that, we need to ask for help. The Angels only step in without permission when it is a life threatening situation.

(btw, you can totally find out which Archangel is with you here)

But, how can Angels help me with the blocks that I have?

I am so glad you asked! I know that I, for one, have had those moments where I don’t really feel like my prayers are going to do any good at all, whatsoever. Angels operate at a lower vibration that God/Source and that actually makes them EASIER for us to get to and ask for help. Now, we don’t really pray to Angels, but we can ask them for help with certain things because that’s what they are there for.

When you draw this card in your spread, envision tons of Angels around you, covering you in White Light. They only offer guidance that is for your highest good, and will never judge you based on what you think you have done wrong, so don’t worry about that.

I believe firmly that we all have Angels around us every second of every day. However, I also believe that we have an entire TEAM dedicated to helping us with the blocks and issues that we have. You can find yours here, if you’re curious.

LORD GANESHA

WOO!

Ganesha is the Hindu Elephant God of Abundance, Knowledge, and breaking down Obstacles and Blocks. He is also legit af and is AMAZING to work with! Now, working with him, I always love to have a Yellow Candle and Rainbow Obsidian. Obviously these aren’t necessary but I really love them. When you are shuffling for the last card, chant “OM GAM GANAPATAYE NAMAHA” 3 times and then ask Ganesha for Guidance and draw the card.

FINAL THOUGHTS

I LOVE this “Expand Through All Obstacles” Mantra by Jai-Jagdeesh, you can listen to it HERE!

I realize that not everyone has a Tarot Deck, or feels comfortable reading yet, so I am offering this reading in my shop here for all of you reading this. It will be a video reading, so you will get real time guidance :)

I hope that this spread really serves you, and PLEASE post the spread on social media and tag me on Instagram (TAROTWITHANDREW)! I really want to see what you come up with and I will also answer any questions you have about things that come up! You aren’t alone!

I love all of you so much,

Andrew

Andrew Barker 2/22/18 Andrew Barker 2/22/18

Who Walks With You?

Hello Lovely People!,

WOW! It’s been almost a year since I have made a blog post, and it feels like it’s been no time at all! I have had so many new experiences in this time and I have really been growing and changing.

To me, it became crystal clear when I was really worrying about something going on in my life. I had become almost frantic. I was consumed with thoughts about how “I” could change my situation, or how “I” could fix it. Then, I decided to watch Gabby Bernstein. Now, it’s no secret that I absolutely love Gabby. Her teachings have really elevated me and helped me to be able to choose love over fear, however I am human and we all can sink back into that fear state at any given moment. So I turned on Gabby and heard her say, “If you knew Who walks beside you on this path which you have chosen, fear would be impossible.” . I remember thinking, ‘damn, this is good!’. So, in that moment, I decided that I would do my best to give up the constant fear that I was experiencing. That’s when things started to change.

DRAGONS:

Dragons are fourth dimensional beings that are tasked with clearing away and consuming a lot of the denser energies, whereas Angels do not necessarily do that. They help us raise our vibration to rise above those energies. However, sometimes we need to help of Dragons when that denser and lower energy is all around us. Dragons are the way makers, the clearers, and the transmutat-ers, that help us keep our energy clear and high vibrational. Dragons are elementals, like Unicorns and Fairies, and therefore have a very grounding impact on you even though they fly high in the sky! There are hundreds of different types of Dragons but the main 4 that will be working with are Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Now, most of the time your personal Dragon will correspond with the Element of your Zodiac Sign, so Cancer will have a Water Dragon, Leo will have a Fire Dragon, and so on. Dragons also have a real ability to get stagnant energy moving again and help you to get ‘unstuck’, if you are feeling that way. Now, I want to give you specialties of the 4 Dragons I mentioned earlier.

Fire Dragons: Burning away lower energies and protecting you from them

Earth Dragons: Keeping you grounded, prosperity, and growth

Water Dragons: Emotional Well-being and Psychic Abilities

Air Dragons: Soaring above earthly matters and seeing from a different perspective.

Find out what Dragon is with you!

ANGELS AND ARCHANGELS:

Gabriel: Messengers, help in parenting, communication

Michael; Protection, Life Purpose, Clearing Energy

Ariel: Manifesting, Animal well-being, Nature

Uriel: Epiphanies, Inspiration, and Manifesting

*Prayer to Connect with Archangels* Dear Loving Universe and Archangel (Name), I am asking you to come and stand beside me, guide me, and help me with (name the issue). I ask that you send me signs of your presence, love, and support. So it is.

What Archangel is watching over you? Find Out!

ASCENDED MASTERS:

So, a quick note here: Doreen Virtue’s Book “Archangels and Ascended Masters” is AMAZING for help in connecting with these Enlightened Beings, so I would highly recommend snagging a copy before they are gone (you can snag that here )

Ganesha: Hindu God of Prosperity and Lifter of Obstacles

Kuan Yin: Buddhist Goddess of Divine Compassion and Love

Isis: Egyptian Goddess of Magic, Personal Power, and Manifestation

Mother Mary: Mother of Jesus, Master of Divine Love and Peace, Forgiveness, and Motherhood.

Note* Doreen’s book includes specific invocations for all the Ascended Masters that she talks about.

I have had wondrous success working with these beings, and I know that you will too!

I truly hope that these beings offer you the love, happiness, and support that you need in your life right now.

If you would like to know which Ascended Master to work with, you can find out here!

If you want to find out more about which beings are around you and assisting you in your life, you can book your Lightworker Team Reading Here! This reading is one that I am the most proud of because of how it has helped people rise up into their power!

Here is the video for this post!

I hope this post served you!

Love and Light,

Andrew

Andrew Barker 5/17/17 Andrew Barker 5/17/17

Demons, The Devil, and Your Personal Power

Hello, Warriors of Light!,

That sounds really good, doesn’t it? It is really empowering and yet forceful at the same time. It lets people know that you are not to be fucked with, but that you will be peaceful if you are. It is a title that gives the lower energies the heebie-jeebies because they know you are acting fully in your power as a being of Divine light and Divine love.

But what are these lower energies?

I know that we all like to stay ‘in the light’ as much as possible, and this post isn’t to scare you or take you from that light that you hold dear, but some things need to be talked about because we will encounter these things and when we do it is important to know how to deal with them!

I am going to be sharing some crazy stories of things that I have encountered and how I dealt with them to empower you to be in your light if these things happen to you.

This post will have 2 parts: Part 1 is about lower energy and the names that it has. Part 2 is the Spiritual Training Tools to move into your power fully and techniques to make sure you and your home are cleared.

*keep in mind that these are my personal opinions and you don’t have to like everything I say, just be respectful*

Part 1

This is a topic that makes many of us (myself included) uneasy but I felt the need to bring this up. When we bring hidden and scary stuff to the surface it no longer has power over us so that is what we are here to do. Lower energy has a few names, The Devil, Demons, Earthbound Spirits, Donald Trump….they are all names for lower energy. But let's really look at these things in more detail. The idea for this post came from a coworker and I really having a deep discussion about our Spiritual Paths one night, she is Christian and I…am not. She is absolutely amazing and was really receptive to what I had to say, but this made me think about how many people who follow a different path get asked the questions about Devil worship, demons, and all that shit. So if that is you, this post is here to serve you.

The start with the easy one:

The Devil: I don’t believe in one supreme ruler of evil in the world. I believe the Devil was made up to scare people into doing good and to be scapegoat for when people fucked up. Humans have an ego that is tied to negative emotion and to lower vibrational thoughts and actions. I also feel that there is a significant reason why the Devil card in Tarot represents ego and addiction. The devil is often thought of as a being who cares only about his carnal pleasure and has no regard for others, so this is where we begin so see people blaming the Devil for their adultery, murder, etc. instead of owning up to it for themselves.We are responsible for what we do, and that is my thoughts on that.

Demons: So here is my first crazy story. When was living with my first roommate in her house, I would always get really uneasy at night walking up the stairs, as I ‘saw’ this little winged creature with red eyes follow me up the stairs It actually got to the point that I would run up the stairs and close my door scared to death. At first, I chalked it up to watching one too many scary movies, then something happened. I was reading a book by Doreen Virtue and she described demons as personifications of mans fear. She described to a ’T’ what I saw, down to the red eyes and wings. I was floored. At this point in my life, I was vehemently against anything related to the church and I still had this fear of going to hell and that my new path was wrong. This fear was so intense that it actually manifested into the form of what I saw to be a demon. This was so empowering to me, because if I create something, I can destroy it. Next, what about energies who were once people…

Earthbound Spirits: Being a medium, I have seen quite a few spirits, however they were all perfectly at peace. What about the ones that aren’t at peace though? These are called Earthbound Spirits and are people who have passed on and haven’t gone to the light. This could be because they died traumatically, or because they didn’t get to say good-bye. From encounters I have heard about, they are relatively harmless but can be scary and hard to deal with.

Donald Trump: Impeach him….haha

Now you may come across people who have a ton of negative energy around them, maybe not legions of demons, but they make you uneasy. These people could be very pessimistic, grumpy, unhappy, people or they could be carrying around emotional baggage from traumas in their lives or lives or loved ones. When you come into contact with these people, be wary of your energy being zapped because, without even meaning to, they will start to draw from your positive energy. This could make them feel better, and leave you in an energetic funk. In part 2 we will talk about how to keep that from happening :)

So that was part 1 where we see how our fears can manifest. Now let’s talk about your Spiritual Tool Belt for dealing with these energies.

Tool 1: This is the best tool of all, Archangel Michael! Archangel Michael is the angel that you see with rippling muscles, a sword of light, and a halo of rich purple. This angel is a warrior in his own right and that is his purpose. He protects us from, shields us from, and eliminates all lower and negative energy. If you even feel scared or worried, ask Michael to come help you and he 100% will! He can be everywhere at once so you never bother him by calling on him. My second story I wanted to tell you is that when I was bed one night, I felt this presence watching me, it was unsettling and really dense and scary. I was actually frightened and didn’t want to get out of my bed, but my Archangel Michael spray was literally right past where I felt the presence. So, after turning every light I could on, I dashed for my spray and did a space clearing in the middle of the night with Archangel Michael, and after that, everything was fine.

Tool 2: White Light. This takes 3 seconds and all you do is visualize white light from heaven all around you, covering you. Inside your body, and all around you. This keeps negative energy from coming around you.

Tool 3: Mirror Ball. I learned this from James Van Praagh. Picture a ball of light around you with mirrors facing out, like a disco ball. The darkness will see their reflection and run away!

Tool 4: Sage and Space Clearing. Clearing your home and personal space is really important in making sure everything stays the way it needs to and you don’t gain any unwanted visitors. I use colored candles for each element and sage spray personally and I love it!

Tool 5: Intention. Set your intention to channel the light in all that you do. In all you say, think, do, and feel. This gives you little wiggle room to fall into negative energy. Now, when you do, just say “I choose again” and you will be on the right path again.

Tool 6: Knowledge. Know who you are. You are a bad-ass, warrior of divine love and light, you are literally stardust, you are part of the very force that created you. Self doubt and self sabotage are really negative and when they are left unchecked they can really bring your energy down. Knowing who you are, and constantly reminding yourself of it, is a sure-fire way to grow in your power and confidence!

Once again, this was just a brief post about empowering you, and encouraging you to live in your power! You are literally so powerful that your thoughts can manifest, make sure they are what you want!

Until next time,

Andrew