7 OF PENTACLES

The 7 of pentacles is not often a card many like to see. Not because it is a card that signifies misfortune, but because it is often a card that comes up when one requires patience. In a world where most things are instantaneous, patience and nurturing is a skill and a practice. This month you are being urged to be aware of where you are being impatient with yourself and others. Rushing things may feel comfortable at first, but in the longterm you may find you overlooked many key details, and missed important steps that are necessary for stability, steady growth, and long-term success. Happiness and accomplishment are not always synonymous in the way we have been taught to understand it to be. At the same time, be aware of where you are holding yourself back from growth, or with who you may be self-sabotaging with. Do you truly want things to progress? Or are you feeling called to take another direction? Growth can and does mean many things, but it’s not always so clear cut, nor does it necessarily require surrendering your current world entirely. Sacrifice for a new beginning and or for your goals often is required but is not the rule.

Right now it may be a time for some to reassess where you are focusing too much time and energy to the point where it has become overwhelming and draining for all those involved. If something or someone is not reciprocating, ask yourself if you are there for the right reasons and vice versa. People can often tell a lot more about your intentions than you may think.

Practice the art and skill of patience with yourself through reconnecting with an old hobby, learning a new skill, or simply observing nature and the world around you. You will often find the answers, wisdom, and beauty in these moments, seemingly mundane. Perhaps even read the poetry on the bus! Who knows when and where solutions and lessons will come, but be open to new horizons and possibilities that may differ from what you thought you wanted. You are re-inventing the meaning of connection and investment for greater sustainability.

3. Our new culture editor

5. The guitarist in Felisha and the Jazz Rejects

6. How many Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association Championship gold medals did the Blues win under Doug Abercrombie?

7. The Scarborough Charter’s fourth pillar

10. The University blames this for its lack of representation

11. Founder of The Drugs Store

12. CapU’s coordinator of counselling services

Across Down

1. Jayde’s least favourite dating app

2. The Scarborough Charter is being adopted, but it still lacks our _________

4. A 1931 art-deco hotel in New York City

6. October’s finest spooky date

8. Jayde’s favourite dating app

9. Tess Of The Road, by Rachel _______

12. How many counsellors does CapU have?

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