Tarot Card of the Month April - Knight of Swords

This month's Tarot Card of the Month is the Knight of Swords which is from the Minor Arcana, the suit of Swords which relates to intellect, communication, truth and conflict. The suit of Swords deals with thoughts, logic, decision-making, and challenges. 

The Knight of Swords main themes connect with fast-paced action, having a sharp focus, ambition, assertiveness and rushing forward.

The Spring brings a new beginning, a fresh new energy and as the days grow longer, there is an opportunity to plant seeds for future harvesting. The last couple of months has been a time of reflection, a time to seek answers, to find direction and with the blooming of flowers and the buds on the trees, are the signals from nature of the beginning of a new cycle of life.

In April, you may feel driven to pursue your goals more intensely, to speak your truth boldly and to push forward with your dreams armed with strong mental energy.

This card suggests that there is a need for clear thinking and decisive action, together with quick movement or strong communication, which needs to be balanced with not being too hasty and making sure that all factors are considered before rushing in.

ACTIONS:
Set Clear Goals: Define your objectives and outline actionable steps to achieve them.
Take Decisive Action: Stop overthinking and initiate tasks you’ve been postponing.
Communicate Assertively: Express your thoughts clearly and confidently, while remaining mindful of others.
Enhance Mental Acuity: Engage in activities that challenge your intellect and promote focus.
Exercise Caution: Balance your enthusiasm with careful consideration to avoid impulsive decisions.

AFFIRMATIONS: 
I trust my intelligence and intuition to guide me
I am fearless in the pursuit of my dreams
Challenges are opportunities for growth, and I face them with strength
My words have power, and I use them wisely
In essence, there is no time like the present to act assertively and to go with your gut feeling to make a strategic decision. It is the moment to face any challenges or obstacles head-on and unafraid. 

Now is the time to charge forward with conviction and determination.
By 
Ann Stern