Concrete Shamanism Tarot

1. Introduction to Concrete Shamanism Tarot

Concrete Shamanism Philosophy:
- A blending of modern practicality with ancient shamanic wisdom, Concrete Shamanism believes in spiritual and emotional healing through natural, substance-free methods.
- This tarot deck is a tool for inner clarity, self-empowerment, and practical wisdom on the human journey, while recognizing the divinity in each of us.
How Tarot Fits in Our Practice:
- Tarot cards are seen as mirrors for the inner self, helping us reflect on current energies and make concrete decisions.
- Unlike traditional tarot, our approach emphasizes heightened awareness without leaning too much into mysticism or abstract symbolism.

2. The Concrete Shamanism Tarot: Structure & Symbolism

The Shamanic Arcana:
- This section will replace the traditional “Major Arcana.” These cards represent larger life lessons, guiding the user through stages of spiritual growth, decision-making, and self-discovery.
- Focus on integrating human experience with the immortal, divine essence. Each card could embody practical wisdom alongside the acknowledgment of one’s spiritual, multi-dimensional existence.

3. Working with the Tarot in Sobriety and Balance

Tarot as a Sober Tool for Insight:
- Encourage readers to set a clear, focused intention before reading to ensure that they remain grounded in sobriety and practical wisdom.
- Emphasize breathwork or a short meditation before pulling cards to center their mind.
Staying Grounded in Interpretations:
- Readers are encouraged to stay objective and practical. The cards are guides for inner clarity, not mystical answers from an outside source…but they could be.
Affirmations for Clear Living:
- Each card interpretation can be paired with an affirmation designed to reinforce the key message of the card. Example:
  - Affirmation for the Elder: “I step into the unknown with wisdom, trusting my path and making choices grounded in my highest good.”

Cards And Their Descriptions

Major Arcana Cards

1. The Fool (The Elder)

Traditional Tarot Description: Represents new beginnings, innocence, and spontaneity. A leap of faith into the unknown.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Elder embodies the wisdom of entering a new phase with clarity, free from distractions or illusions. It emphasizes mindful exploration.
Key Questions:
- How can I trust the journey ahead while staying grounded?
- What wisdom from my past do I need to carry forward?
Action for Guidance: Start with intention. Take small, mindful steps, and avoid impulsive actions. Reflect on what this new beginning will teach you.
The Answer: Trust the process, but be wise and intentional. You are being called to take the first step, but stay grounded in clarity and purpose.
Reversed Meaning: When reversed, the Fool warns against recklessness or acting without proper thought. You may be rushing ahead, unprepared for what lies ahead, or hesitating due to fear. This can also suggest that your journey is blocked by distractions or fear-based decisions.
Key Focus: Slow down and ground yourself before taking the next step.

2 The Magician (The Shaman)

Traditional Tarot Description: Mastery of skills and manifestation. Represents willpower and transformation.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Shaman calls you to use your inherent wisdom and skills to manifest your desires. Grounded action and sober clarity are key.
Key Questions:
- Am I using my skills with clear intention?
- How can I manifest my goals through concrete, practical steps?
Action for Guidance: Identify the tools you have and apply them with clarity. Avoid distractions and focus on purposeful action.
The Answer: You have everything you need. Trust your wisdom and act with clarity to manifest your intentions.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Magician represents scattered energy, manipulation, or misuse of power. You may feel disconnected from your personal power or confused about your direction. This could indicate self-doubt or a lack of confidence in your skills.
Key Focus: Reclaim your power by centering your actions and reconnecting with your skills.

3. The High Priestess (The Seer)

Traditional Tarot Description: Represents intuition, mystery, and the subconscious mind.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Seer encourages you to trust your inner knowing and to connect with your deeper self. Clarity and meditation can reveal hidden truths.
Key Questions:
- What inner wisdom am I ignoring?
- How can I deepen my spiritual connection through clarity?
Action for Guidance: Practice stillness. Engage in mindful meditation or journaling to access deeper truths without external distractions.
The Answer: The answers lie within. Trust your inner wisdom and allow it to guide you with clear perception.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the High Priestess points to blocked intuition or a refusal to listen to your inner voice. External distractions or doubts may be clouding your judgment, preventing you from accessing deeper truths.
Key Focus: Remove distractions and trust in your inner wisdom.

4. The Empress (The Nurturer)

Traditional Tarot Description: Fertility, creativity, and abundance. Represents nurturing energy.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Nurturer emphasizes the importance of caring for yourself and others with grounded love and clarity. Growth comes from nurturing the right intentions.
Key Questions:
- How can I cultivate balance and growth in my life?
- What do I need to nurture within myself or my relationships?
Action for Guidance: Spend time nurturing your body, mind, and spirit. Ensure your relationships and projects are being fed with clarity and purpose.
The Answer: You are in a phase of growth and abundance. Nurture this process mindfully, without distraction.
Reversed Meaning: The Empress reversed may indicate neglect, lack of self-care, or blocked creativity. You may be feeling disconnected from your nurturing side, or unable to foster growth in your life.
Key Focus: Reconnect with your creative energy and focus on self-care.

5. The Emperor (The Builder)

Traditional Tarot Description: Authority, structure, and control. Represents order and discipline.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Builder symbolizes creating strong foundations with discipline and focus. It’s about leading your life with clarity, responsibility, and control.
Key Questions:
- Am I building my life with strong, sober foundations?
- How can I take more responsibility for my actions?
Action for Guidance: Establish structure and discipline in your day-to-day life. Take control of your responsibilities, and ensure you’re acting with purpose.
The Answer: Success requires focus and responsibility. Lead your life with clear intent and build on solid foundations.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Emperor suggests a loss of control or misuse of authority. You may feel overwhelmed by responsibilities or rigid in your thinking, unable to adapt to change.
Key Focus: Reestablish order and balance, and allow flexibility in your approach.

6. The Hierophant (The Guide)

Traditional Tarot Description: Tradition, spiritual guidance, and learning.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Guide encourages you to seek wisdom and truth from grounded sources. This is a time to learn from others or become a guide for someone else, all while remaining clear-headed and centered.
Key Questions:
- Where can I find wisdom that aligns with my values?
- How can I be a guide for others in their path to clarity?
Action for Guidance: Engage with teachers, books, or practices that deepen your wisdom. Be mindful of the guidance you give or receive, ensuring it’s aligned with clarity and sobriety.
The Answer: Seek grounded wisdom or offer it to others. The answers you need are in established, trustworthy guidance.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Hierophant warns against dogma, rigidity, or resisting new ideas. You may feel constrained by outdated traditions, or you could be struggling to break free from structured beliefs that no longer serve you.
Key Focus: Be open to learning new ways of thinking and break away from rigid systems.

7. The Lovers (The Union)

Traditional Tarot Description: Represents love, harmony, and choices.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Union speaks to making decisions with balance, whether in love, work, or personal development. It emphasizes sober, mindful partnerships or connections.
Key Questions:
- How can I bring more clarity into my relationships or choices?
- Am I making choices that align with my spiritual path?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on your relationships or choices. Ensure they are grounded in clarity, mutual respect, and honesty.
The Answer: The choice or connection you are considering must be balanced and clear-headed. Seek harmony in your relationships or decisions.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Lovers suggests imbalance or disharmony in relationships or difficult choices. There may be misalignment between partners, or you might be struggling to reconcile your desires with your values.
Key Focus: Reassess your relationships or choices to ensure alignment with your higher self.

8. The Chariot (The Journey)

Traditional Tarot Description: Represents determination, willpower, and control.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Journey card is about focused movement toward a goal. It reminds you to stay on your path, moving with intention and grounded energy.
Key Questions:
- How can I stay on course and remain clear in my pursuit?
- What distractions do I need to eliminate on my journey?
Action for Guidance: Set your sights on the goal ahead. Stay clear in your mind, avoid distractions, and keep moving forward with purpose.
The Answer: Victory is near if you stay focused. The answer is to continue your journey with clarity, free of distractions.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Chariot indicates a loss of direction, lack of control, or difficulty moving forward. You may feel stuck or overwhelmed by challenges, unable to keep things in balance.
Key Focus: Regain control by setting clear intentions and realigning with your purpose.

9. Strength (The Warrior)

Traditional Tarot Description: Inner strength, courage, and compassion.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Warrior calls for you to harness your inner strength with gentleness and mindfulness. True strength is found in clarity and aligned action, not force.
Key Questions:
- How can I show strength without losing clarity and compassion?
- Where can I find courage in my current situation?
Action for Guidance: Practice inner fortitude and patience. Act with courage, but remain grounded in clear intention and compassion.
The Answer: Strength is required, but it must come from within. The answer is to act with courage while staying compassionate and clear-minded.
Reversed Meaning: When reversed, Strength suggests self-doubt, fear, or a misuse of power. You may feel drained or lack the confidence to face your challenges. It could also indicate an overreliance on force rather than inner resilience.
Key Focus: Focus on inner courage and patience rather than aggressive action.

10. The Hermit (The Sage)

Traditional Tarot Description: Introspection, solitude, and inner guidance.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Sage reminds you to turn inward for answers, taking time to reflect in solitude. Clarity is found in quiet, sober reflection.
Key Questions:
- Am I seeking external validation when the answers lie within?
- How can I cultivate more stillness and clarity in my life?
Action for Guidance: Take time for yourself, whether through meditation, nature walks, or journaling. Use this solitude to gain deeper insights without distractions.
The Answer: The answer lies within. Take time to reflect before making any decisions.
Reversed Meaning: When reversed, the Hermit indicates isolation, withdrawal, or avoidance. You may be retreating from the world out of fear, avoiding necessary inner work, or rejecting the wisdom you need to move forward.
Key Focus: Reconnect with yourself by spending time in mindful reflection, but don’t lose touch with others.

11. Wheel of Fortune (The Cycle)

Traditional Tarot Description: Represents fate, cycles, and change.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Cycle acknowledges that life moves through phases of highs and lows. It reminds you that even in change, clarity and mindful action can help you stay balanced.
Key Questions:
- How can I remain balanced as my situation shifts?
- Am I resisting a natural change or cycle in my life?
Action for Guidance: Embrace change with awareness. Know that cycles are natural, and focus on what you can control with clarity and grounded energy.
The Answer: Change is happening. The answer is to accept the cycle and stay grounded through the shifts.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Wheel of Fortune suggests delays, bad luck, or resistance to change. You may feel stuck in a cycle of misfortune or find it difficult to adapt to life’s natural shifts.
Key Focus: Embrace change as part of the natural flow and release resistance to what is unfolding.

12. Justice (The Balance)

Traditional Tarot Description: Fairness, truth, and law.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Balance card is about weighing your actions and choices in alignment with your values. It emphasizes staying clear in your judgments and acting with fairness.
Key Questions:
- Am I acting in alignment with my highest truth?
- How can I bring more balance and fairness into this situation?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on the consequences of your actions. Ensure you are acting from a place of integrity, clarity, and fairness.
The Answer: Seek balance and fairness in your decisions. The answer is to act with integrity and clear judgment.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, Justice points to imbalance, dishonesty, or unfairness. You may be facing unjust situations or struggling to make decisions that are aligned with your highest values.
Key Focus: Seek fairness and ensure your actions are rooted in integrity, even when faced with difficult choices.

13. The Hanged Man (The Observer)

Traditional Tarot Description: Suspension, letting go, and new perspectives.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Observer encourages you to pause and see your situation from a new perspective. Surrendering to the moment allows clarity to emerge.
Key Questions:
- What new perspective can I gain by letting go of control?
- Am I rushing through a decision that requires more reflection?
Action for Guidance: Pause before making any major moves. Take time to gain new insights, and don’t rush the process. Clarity will come in time.
The Answer: The answer is to wait and reflect. By releasing control, you will see the situation more clearly.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Hanged Man suggests stagnation, resistance to change, or being stuck in limbo. You may be struggling to see a new perspective or resisting the surrender needed for growth.
Key Focus: Let go of control and allow a new perspective to emerge by embracing stillness.

14. Death (The Transformation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Endings, transformation, and new beginnings.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Transformation card is about letting go of the old to make way for the new. It is a moment of powerful change that requires clarity and acceptance.
Key Questions:
- What do I need to let go of to allow for growth?
- How can I embrace this transformation with clarity and intention?
Action for Guidance: Embrace the change. Let go of what is no longer serving you, and be mindful in how you approach the next phase.
The Answer: A transformation is necessary. The answer is to release what is holding you back and step into the new with clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, Death signals resistance to transformation or fear of endings. You may be holding onto the past, unable to embrace the necessary changes for growth and renewal.
Key Focus: Release your attachment to what is ending and trust that transformation is part of the process.

15. Temperance (The Alchemist)

Traditional Tarot Description: Balance, patience, and moderation.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Alchemist calls for mindful moderation and patience in your life. It emphasizes finding balance through clarity and conscious action.
Key Questions:
- How can I bring more balance into my life?
- Am I rushing through a process that requires patience?
Action for Guidance: Practice moderation in all things. Be patient with yourself and others, and find balance between action and reflection.
The Answer: The answer is to take a balanced, moderate approach. Be patient and clear in your actions.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, Temperance indicates imbalance, excess, or lack of moderation. You may be struggling to find harmony in your life, or indulging in extremes without considering the long-term impact.
Key Focus: Recalibrate by focusing on balance, moderation, and clarity in your actions.

16. The Devil (The Shadow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Bondage, addiction, and materialism.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Shadow represents the inner obstacles or addictions that cloud your clarity. It calls for recognizing and overcoming unhealthy attachments.
Key Questions:
- What is keeping me stuck in old patterns?
- How can I break free from attachments that no longer serve me?
Action for Guidance: Identify the habits or beliefs that are limiting your growth. Take steps to release them, and seek support if necessary.
The Answer: The answer is to confront your inner shadows. Break free from what is holding you back and regain clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Devil represents the release from addiction, fear, or negative patterns. You are beginning to break free from the things that have been holding you back, but this may require conscious effort and clarity.
Key Focus: Acknowledge the progress you’ve made, but continue working to break free from old limitations.

17. The Tower (The Stone)

Traditional Tarot Description: Sudden upheaval, destruction, and change.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Stone represents the foundations of your life being shaken by change. This is an opportunity to rebuild with clearer intentions and stronger foundations.
Key Questions:
- What part of my life needs to be rebuilt?
- How can I remain grounded during this upheaval?
Action for Guidance: Embrace the change as a chance for growth. Focus on rebuilding with clarity and intention.
The Answer: The upheaval is necessary for growth. The answer is to rebuild with stronger, clearer foundations.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Tower suggests resistance to change or avoiding an inevitable upheaval. You may be trying to hold onto old structures or beliefs, delaying necessary transformation.
Key Focus: Accept the changes and trust that rebuilding on stronger foundations will lead to greater stability.

18. The Star (The Beacon)

Traditional Tarot Description: Hope, faith, and inspiration.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Beacon shines as a symbol of hope and guidance. It reminds you to stay connected to your highest vision and remain clear in your intentions.
Key Questions:
- How can I stay connected to hope and inspiration in this situation?
- What guidance is the universe offering me?
Action for Guidance: Stay connected to your inner vision. Keep your thoughts and actions clear, and trust that inspiration will guide you forward.
The Answer: There is hope and guidance available to you. The answer is to stay focused on your vision and trust the path ahead.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Star signals hopelessness, discouragement, or a lack of faith in the future. You may feel disconnected from your purpose, struggling to find inspiration or guidance.
Key Focus: Reconnect with your inner light and trust that guidance and hope are always available.

19. The Moon (The Reflection)

Traditional Tarot Description: Illusion, intuition, and the subconscious.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Reflection calls for you to explore your subconscious mind and confront any illusions clouding your clarity. It is a time for deep reflection and inner work.
Key Questions:
- What illusions or fears are clouding my judgment?
- How can I gain more clarity by reflecting on my inner world?
Action for Guidance: Take time to reflect deeply on your emotions and subconscious patterns. Engage in journaling or meditation to uncover hidden truths.
The Answer: Something is hidden. The answer is to look deeper and gain clarity by reflecting on your inner self.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Moon indicates confusion, fear, or illusions. You may be lost in emotional turmoil or unable to see the truth of a situation, leading to feelings of uncertainty.
Key Focus: Focus on clarity and uncover hidden truths by confronting your fears and emotions.

20. The Sun (The Illumination)

Traditional Tarot Description: Success, vitality, and joy.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Illumination brings light, clarity, and abundance into your life. It encourages you to embrace your vitality and express your true self.
Key Questions:
- How can I shine my light more fully in this situation?
- What success or joy can I embrace with clarity?
Action for Guidance: Embrace the positive energy and clarity in your life. Take bold steps to express your true self and share your gifts with the world.
The Answer: Success and joy are within reach. The answer is to embrace this moment with vitality and clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Sun suggests temporary setbacks, lack of clarity, or diminished joy. You may feel disconnected from your inner vitality or struggling to see the positive side of a situation.
Key Focus: Find ways to reconnect with joy and trust that the light will return, even during challenging times.

21. Judgment (The Awakening)

Traditional Tarot Description: Reflection, rebirth, and awakening.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Awakening is a call to reflect on your life, awaken to new truths, and move forward with clarity and purpose. It is a moment of transformation and renewed vision.
Key Questions:
- What truths am I ready to awaken to?
- How can I embrace this transformation with clarity?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on the lessons of your past and allow yourself to awaken to new possibilities. Take conscious steps toward your renewed purpose.
The Answer: This is a time of awakening. The answer is to embrace the new truths in your life and move forward with purpose.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, Judgment indicates self-doubt, fear of change, or avoiding necessary reflection. You may be resisting a call to awaken to new truths or struggling with self-judgment.
Key Focus: Embrace self-reflection with compassion and trust the process of personal awakening.

22. The World (The Completion)

Traditional Tarot Description: Completion, fulfillment, and wholeness.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Completion card represents the culmination of a journey. It reminds you that you are whole and complete, and that your efforts are leading to fulfillment.
Key Questions:
- How can I acknowledge the completion of this phase?
- What fulfillment or wholeness am I ready to embrace?
Action for Guidance: Celebrate your achievements. Recognize the fulfillment in your life and allow yourself to feel complete, before starting the next cycle.
The Answer: The journey is complete. The answer is to acknowledge the fulfillment and embrace the next phase with clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the World suggests unfinished business, stagnation, or feeling incomplete. You may be struggling to close a chapter or achieve the fulfillment you seek.
Key Focus: Reflect on what remains unresolved and take clear steps toward completion.

Minor Arcana Cards

Suit of Cups (Flow)

The Cups, reinterpreted as Flow in Concrete Shamanism, represent emotions, relationships, and spiritual connections. They focus on how emotional energy flows in and out of life.

23. Ace of Cups (Ace of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: New emotional beginnings, love, or spiritual connection.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ace of Flow signifies an opening of emotional energy, whether through a new relationship, a deepened connection, or spiritual insight.
Key Questions:
- What emotional or spiritual flow is entering my life?
- How can I open my heart to this new energy while staying grounded?
Action for Guidance: Allow this emotional or spiritual flow to enter your life. Practice openness and gratitude for what is unfolding.
The Answer: This is a time for new emotional or spiritual beginnings. The answer is to remain open and allow the energy to flow naturally.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ace of Flow signals emotional blockages or difficulty expressing feelings. You may feel closed off or disconnected from your emotions, unable to fully embrace new opportunities in love or spiritual growth.
Key Focus: Reflect on what is blocking your emotional flow and open your heart with clarity.

24. Two of Cups (Two of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Harmony, partnership, and mutual respect.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Two of Flow represents a balanced, mutual connection. This card asks you to approach partnerships with clarity, respect, and shared intention.
Key Questions:
- Am I engaging in this relationship with clarity and balance?
- How can I nurture this connection with respect and honesty?
Action for Guidance: Focus on building mutual respect and understanding in your relationships. Take time to ensure both parties are aligned in their intentions.
The Answer: This connection is balanced and harmonious. The answer is to continue nurturing it with clarity and respect.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Two of Flow suggests disharmony or imbalance in a relationship. There may be unspoken tensions, misunderstandings, or one-sided dynamics that need to be addressed.
Key Focus: Reassess your relationships and work on open, honest communication.

25. Three of Cups (Three of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Celebration, friendship, and community.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Three of Flow invites you to celebrate the connections you have in your life. It emphasizes the importance of clear, meaningful relationships that support your spiritual journey.
Key Questions:
- How can I bring more joy and celebration into my relationships?
- What community or friendship supports my spiritual growth?
Action for Guidance: Celebrate the meaningful connections in your life. Spend time with those who uplift you and create a sense of joyful flow.
The Answer: This is a time for celebration and connection. The answer is to embrace the joy in your community or relationships.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Three of Flow suggests conflict, overindulgence, or superficial connections. You may be feeling disconnected from true community or using social interactions as a distraction from deeper emotional needs.
Key Focus: Reevaluate your relationships and find ways to connect meaningfully without excess.

26. Four of Cups (Four of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Apathy, contemplation, or dissatisfaction.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Four of Flow asks you to reflect on where emotional stagnation may be holding you back. It’s a time to re-engage with life and regain clarity in your emotional world.
Key Questions:
- Where am I feeling emotionally disconnected or stagnant?
- How can I reconnect with a sense of flow and purpose?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on where emotional disconnection is occurring and take active steps to re-engage with your feelings. Reevaluate your emotional needs with clarity.
The Answer: You may be emotionally stagnant. The answer is to reconnect with your emotional flow and seek out new inspiration.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Four of Flow signals renewed interest or emerging opportunities after a period of emotional stagnation. You may be waking up to new possibilities but need to ensure you don’t fall back into apathy.
Key Focus: Stay open to new experiences and reflect on what brings true emotional fulfillment.

27. Five of Cups (Five of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Loss, regret, or focusing on the negative.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Five of Flow encourages you to release feelings of loss or regret, and instead focus on what is still available to you. Clarity and acceptance will help you move forward.
Key Questions:
- What emotional loss am I holding onto, and how can I let go?
- How can I shift my focus from regret to acceptance and gratitude?
Action for Guidance: Practice acceptance of what has been lost. Shift your focus toward the positive aspects of your life and remain open to new emotional flow.
The Answer: Let go of regret and focus on what is still available to you. The answer is to shift your perspective from loss to gratitude.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Five of Flow indicates recovery from loss, acceptance, and emotional healing. You are beginning to move on from a painful experience, though it may still require time to fully release lingering sadness.
Key Focus: Focus on what is left and embrace the healing process with clarity.

28. Six of Cups (Six of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Nostalgia, memories, and the past.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Six of Flow represents a reconnection to the past, but with a mindful focus on how it influences the present. Reflect on past experiences with clarity, but don’t get stuck in them.
Key Questions:
- How is my past affecting my present emotional flow?
- What memories can I reflect on with clarity, and what should I release?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on the past, but stay grounded in the present. Use the lessons learned from past experiences to create a clearer, more emotionally balanced future.
The Answer: The past has lessons to offer, but don’t dwell on it. The answer is to take what serves you and let go of the rest.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Six of Flow suggests living in the past or being unable to let go of nostalgia. You may be overly focused on memories, preventing you from fully engaging with the present.
Key Focus: Release attachments to the past and focus on how those experiences inform your present journey.

29. Seven of Cups (Seven of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Illusions, choices, and fantasy.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Seven of Flow warns against being swept up in illusions or distractions. Clarity is needed to discern what is real and what is merely a fantasy.
Key Questions:
- Am I seeing the reality of my emotional situation clearly?
- What illusions or distractions are clouding my judgment?
Action for Guidance: Take a step back and evaluate your options with clarity. Avoid making emotional decisions based on fantasies or wishful thinking.
The Answer: There are many choices, but not all are grounded in reality. The answer is to choose wisely and see through any illusions.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Seven of Flow indicates clarity after confusion or illusions. You are beginning to see things as they truly are, but you may still struggle to choose the right path amidst the emerging clarity.
Key Focus: Make decisions based on reality, not fantasy, and focus on grounding yourself in the present.

30. Eight of Cups (Eight of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Walking away, seeking deeper meaning, and leaving behind what no longer serves.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Eight of Flow encourages you to leave behind emotional attachments or situations that no longer align with your spiritual path. It’s a call to seek clarity and deeper fulfillment.
Key Questions:
- What emotional attachments are holding me back from growth?
- How can I seek deeper meaning in my emotional or spiritual life?
Action for Guidance: Identify what no longer serves your emotional or spiritual growth and release it. Seek out new experiences or connections that align with your true purpose.
The Answer: It’s time to let go and move on. The answer is to seek deeper emotional fulfillment and leave behind what is no longer serving you.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Eight of Flow suggests reluctance to leave a situation or feeling stuck in emotional patterns. You may be avoiding necessary changes or holding on to emotional attachments that no longer serve you.
Key Focus: Reflect on what is holding you back and make the choice to move forward with clarity.

31. Nine of Cups (Nine of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Emotional fulfillment, contentment, and satisfaction.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Nine of Flow represents a period of emotional satisfaction and fulfillment. It is a time to enjoy the fruits of your spiritual and emotional growth.
Key Questions:
- How can I celebrate the emotional fulfillment I have achieved?
- What does true emotional contentment look like for me?
Action for Guidance: Take time to appreciate your emotional growth. Celebrate your achievements and reflect on what has brought you contentment and joy.
The Answer: Emotional fulfillment is within reach. The answer is to enjoy this period of contentment and recognize the emotional flow in your life.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Nine of Flow warns of overindulgence, dissatisfaction, or emotional unfulfillment. You may be seeking satisfaction in superficial ways, leading to a sense of emptiness.
Key Focus: Focus on what brings true emotional contentment, rather than temporary pleasures.

32. Ten of Cups (Ten of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Emotional harmony, family, and lasting fulfillment.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ten of Flow symbolizes a lasting sense of emotional harmony and fulfillment, particularly in relationships or family dynamics. It is a card of deep contentment and peace.
Key Questions:
- How can I nurture lasting emotional harmony in my relationships?
- What steps can I take to ensure continued emotional fulfillment?
Action for Guidance: Focus on nurturing your emotional relationships and maintaining harmony in your personal connections. Reflect on the deeper emotional bonds in your life and how to maintain them.
The Answer: Lasting emotional fulfillment is possible. The answer is to continue nurturing your relationships and maintaining emotional balance.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ten of Flow suggests disharmony in relationships, family conflict, or unrealistic expectations of emotional fulfillment. You may be feeling disconnected from those around you or struggling to achieve the happiness you desire.
Key Focus: Reassess your expectations and work on restoring emotional harmony with those closest to you.

33. Page of Cups (Page of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: A messenger of emotions, creativity, or new beginnings in relationships.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Page of Flow represents the beginning of an emotional journey, new creative energy, or a message of love. Approach this with openness and clarity.
Key Questions:
- What new emotional or creative energy is entering my life?
- How can I stay open to the possibilities without being overwhelmed?
Action for Guidance: Embrace this new emotional or creative flow with clarity and mindfulness. Be open to messages from others or from within your own heart.
The Answer: A new emotional or creative beginning is at hand. The answer is to approach it with openness and curiosity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Page of Flow indicates emotional immaturity, blocked creativity, or difficulty expressing emotions. You may be struggling to connect with your feelings or resisting new emotional experiences.
Key Focus: Open yourself to emotional growth and find healthy ways to express your feelings.

34. Knight of Cups (Knight of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Romantic pursuit, emotional action, or seeking creative fulfillment.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Knight of Flow represents the pursuit of emotional or creative fulfillment. This card calls for action but reminds you to stay grounded in your emotions.
Key Questions:
- How can I pursue my emotional or creative desires with clarity?
- What actions can I take to bring emotional balance into my life?
Action for Guidance: Take steps toward fulfilling your emotional or creative goals, but stay grounded and mindful of your intentions. Avoid impulsive emotional decisions.
The Answer: The time for emotional or creative pursuit is now. The answer is to act with clarity and purpose.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Knight of Flow suggests emotional impulsiveness, mood swings, or idealism. You may be acting on fleeting emotions without considering the long-term impact of your actions.
Key Focus: Slow down and consider the consequences of your emotional choices.

35. Queen of Cups (Queen of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Emotional nurturing, intuition, and compassion.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Queen of Flow represents deep emotional wisdom, intuition, and nurturing. It is a call to connect with your emotional and spiritual self with compassion and clarity.
Key Questions:
- How can I nurture my emotional and spiritual self with compassion?
- What intuitive insights are guiding me, and how can I trust them?
Action for Guidance: Practice emotional nurturing and self-care. Trust your intuition and connect with your inner wisdom to guide you in relationships or personal growth.
The Answer: Emotional wisdom and nurturing are needed. The answer is to trust your intuition and act with compassion and clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Queen of Flow indicates emotional overwhelm, codependency, or difficulty maintaining emotional boundaries. You may be giving too much of yourself or neglecting your own emotional needs.
Key Focus: Reestablish emotional boundaries and focus on self-care without losing compassion.

36. King of Cups (King of Flow)

Traditional Tarot Description: Emotional mastery, control, and balance.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The King of Flow represents emotional mastery and balance. It is a card of emotional leadership and the ability to guide others while remaining centered in your own emotional clarity.
Key Questions:
- How can I lead with emotional wisdom and balance?
- What steps can I take to maintain emotional clarity in challenging situations?
Action for Guidance: Practice emotional balance and mastery. Guide others with emotional clarity, but ensure you maintain your own emotional center.
The Answer: Emotional leadership and mastery are needed. The answer is to stay balanced and guide others with clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the King of Flow suggests emotional detachment, manipulation, or difficulty controlling emotions. You may be suppressing feelings or using emotional manipulation to maintain control.
Key Focus: Reconnect with your emotions and lead with empathy and clarity.

Suit of Pentacles (Foundation)

The Pentacles, or Foundation in Concrete Shamanism, represent the material world, security, and physical health. They emphasize building strong, grounded foundations in life.

37. Ace of Pentacles (Ace of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: New beginnings in the material world, such as finances, career, or health.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ace of Foundation represents a new opportunity for material growth and stability. It is a time to focus on building strong, grounded foundations for success.
Key Questions:
- What new opportunities for growth and stability are available to me?
- How can I ensure my actions are grounded in clarity and purpose?
Action for Guidance: Embrace this opportunity for material growth. Take concrete steps to build stability in your finances, career, or health.
The Answer: A new opportunity is available. The answer is to take action and build your foundation with clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ace of Foundation suggests missed opportunities or instability. You may be focusing on short-term gains without considering long-term consequences, or there could be a blockage in creating material abundance.
Key Focus: Reevaluate your approach to ensure that your foundation is solid and grounded.

38. Two of Pentacles (Two of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Balance, juggling responsibilities, and adaptability.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Two of Foundation emphasizes the need for balance in your material world. It is a time to juggle responsibilities with clarity and adaptability.
Key Questions:
- How can I balance my responsibilities without losing focus?
- What adjustments do I need to make to ensure stability in my life?
Action for Guidance: Focus on balancing your responsibilities. Stay adaptable and ensure that your actions are grounded in clarity and purpose.
The Answer: Balance is needed. The answer is to juggle your responsibilities with adaptability and clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Two of Foundation indicates overwhelm, imbalance, or difficulty managing responsibilities. You may be juggling too many priorities without finding the clarity or focus to manage them effectively.
Key Focus: Simplify your priorities and regain balance before proceeding.

39. Three of Pentacles (Three of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Collaboration, teamwork, and building.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Three of Foundation calls for collaboration and teamwork in building something meaningful. It is a card of grounded effort and shared purpose.
Key Questions:
- How can I collaborate with others to build something meaningful?
- What teamwork or cooperation is needed to achieve my goals?
Action for Guidance: Work with others to build a strong foundation. Collaborate with clarity and ensure that everyone is aligned in purpose.
The Answer: Collaboration is key. The answer is to work together with others to build something meaningful.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Three of Foundation suggests lack of collaboration, disharmony in teamwork, or poor planning. You may be trying to work alone or facing difficulties in group dynamics.
Key Focus: Reassess your approach to teamwork and ensure that everyone involved is aligned in their efforts.

40. Four of Pentacles (Four of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Stability, security, and holding on too tightly.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Four of Foundation represents material stability, but warns against becoming too rigid or attached to material possessions. Balance is key to maintaining clarity.
Key Questions:
- Am I holding on too tightly to my material possessions or security?
- How can I create stability without becoming rigid or closed off?
Action for Guidance: Focus on creating stability, but avoid becoming overly attached to material things. Practice balance and clarity in your relationship with the material world.
The Answer: Stability is important, but don’t hold on too tightly. The answer is to find balance between security and flow.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Four of Foundation warns against greed, fear of loss, or over-attachment to material security. You may be holding on too tightly to your possessions or resisting change due to fear.
Key Focus: Release your grip on material concerns and allow flexibility in your approach to security.

41. Five of Pentacles (Five of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Financial loss, insecurity, and hardship.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Five of Foundation represents a period of material or financial hardship. However, it reminds you to stay grounded in clarity and to seek support when needed.
Key Questions:
- What material or financial hardship am I facing, and how can I overcome it?
- How can I stay grounded and seek support during this time?
Action for Guidance: Stay grounded in clarity and seek support when needed. Take practical steps to rebuild your foundation and overcome this hardship.
The Answer: Hardship is present, but it can be overcome. The answer is to stay grounded and seek support while rebuilding your foundation.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Five of Foundation suggests recovery from financial hardship or feelings of abandonment. You may be starting to see new opportunities for growth, but challenges remain.
Key Focus: Focus on rebuilding your foundation and seeking support when needed.

42. Six of Pentacles (Six of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Generosity, charity, and balance in giving and receiving.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Six of Foundation calls for balance in giving and receiving. It reminds you to approach material generosity with clarity and purpose, ensuring that you are not giving more than you can afford.
Key Questions:
- How can I balance giving and receiving in my material world?
- Am I being generous with clarity and purpose, or am I overextending myself?
Action for Guidance: Practice generosity, but ensure it is balanced. Be clear about what you can give and what you need to receive in return.
The Answer: Generosity is needed, but with balance. The answer is to give and receive with clarity and purpose.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Six of Foundation signals imbalance in giving and receiving, selfishness, or dependency. You may be overextending yourself or receiving help without giving back.
Key Focus: Seek balance in your material exchanges, ensuring that both generosity and receiving are done with integrity.

43. Seven of Pentacles (Seven of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Patience, assessment, and long-term planning.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Seven of Foundation emphasizes the need for patience and long-term planning. It is a time to assess your progress and ensure that your foundation is solid before moving forward.
Key Questions:
- How can I practice patience and long-term planning in my material life?
- What adjustments do I need to make to ensure my foundation is solid?
Action for Guidance: Take time to assess your progress and make adjustments as needed. Practice patience and long-term planning to build a strong foundation.
The Answer: Patience and assessment are needed. The answer is to plan for the long term and ensure your foundation is solid.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Seven of Foundation suggests impatience, frustration, or lack of long-term planning. You may be feeling discouraged by slow progress or tempted to abandon a project prematurely.
Key Focus: Practice patience and focus on long-term results rather than immediate gains.

44. Eight of Pentacles (Eight of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Hard work, skill-building, and dedication.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Eight of Foundation represents dedication to your craft or material goals. It is a time to focus on building skills and working hard with clarity and purpose.
Key Questions:
- What skills do I need to build to achieve my material goals?
- How can I stay dedicated and focused on my work with clarity?
Action for Guidance: Dedicate yourself to building your skills and working hard. Stay focused on your material goals and ensure that your actions are grounded in clarity.
The Answer: Hard work and dedication are required. The answer is to focus on building your skills and working with purpose.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Eight of Foundation warns of burnout, lack of focus, or avoiding necessary work. You may be feeling uninspired or struggling to maintain dedication to your craft.
Key Focus: Recommit to your work and practice mindfulness to avoid distractions or burnout.

45. Nine of Pentacles (Nine of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Material abundance, self-sufficiency, and independence.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Nine of Foundation represents a period of material abundance and self-sufficiency. It is a time to enjoy the fruits of your labor and reflect on the foundation you have built.
Key Questions:
- How can I enjoy the material abundance I have created?
- What does self-sufficiency and independence mean for me?
Action for Guidance: Take time to enjoy the material abundance you have created. Reflect on your independence and self-sufficiency, and celebrate your achievements.
The Answer: Material abundance and self-sufficiency are present. The answer is to enjoy the fruits of your labor and reflect on your achievements.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Nine of Foundation suggests self-sufficiency issues, financial dependence, or superficial success. You may be struggling with feelings of inadequacy or lacking true contentment despite material success.
Key Focus: Focus on cultivating true independence and fulfillment beyond material gain.

46. Ten of Pentacles (Ten of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Legacy, long-term success, and family stability.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ten of Foundation represents lasting success and the creation of a legacy. It is a time to focus on building a strong foundation for future generations and ensuring long-term stability.
Key Questions:
- How can I create a lasting legacy and ensure long-term stability?
- What steps can I take to build a strong foundation for the future?
Action for Guidance: Focus on building a legacy and ensuring long-term stability in your material life. Take steps to create a strong foundation for future generations.
The Answer: Lasting success and stability are within reach. The answer is to focus on building a strong foundation for the future.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ten of Foundation indicates family conflict, financial instability, or the loss of long-term security. You may be facing challenges in building a legacy or maintaining stability.
Key Focus: Reassess your long-term goals and focus on restoring harmony and security.

47. Page of Pentacles (Page of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: New opportunities, learning, and material focus.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Page of Foundation represents new opportunities for material growth and learning. It is a time to focus on building skills and exploring new ways to create stability.
Key Questions:
- What new opportunities for material growth and learning are available to me?
- How can I explore new ways to create stability in my life?
Action for Guidance: Embrace new opportunities for material growth and learning. Stay curious and explore new ways to build stability in your life.
The Answer: A new opportunity for material growth is available. The answer is to embrace it with curiosity and focus.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Page of Foundation suggests procrastination, lack of focus, or missed opportunities for growth. You may be hesitant to start a new venture or struggling with commitment.
Key Focus: Reevaluate your goals and take action toward grounded, practical steps.

48. Knight of Pentacles (Knight of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Hard work, practicality, and slow but steady progress.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Knight of Foundation represents steady, grounded progress in your material life. It is a time to stay focused on practical actions and work diligently toward your goals.
Key Questions:
- How can I stay focused on steady, practical progress?
- What steps can I take to ensure I am building a strong foundation for the future?
Action for Guidance: Stay focused on practical, grounded actions. Work diligently toward your material goals and ensure that your foundation is solid.
The Answer: Steady progress is needed. The answer is to focus on practical actions and build a strong foundation with diligence.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Knight of Foundation suggests stagnation, lack of progress, or excessive caution. You may be overly focused on routine without considering innovation or flexibility.
Key Focus: Break free from rigid routines and embrace a more adaptable approach to your goals.

49. Queen of Pentacles (Queen of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Nurturing, practicality, and abundance.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Queen of Foundation represents nurturing and practical abundance. It is a time to focus on creating stability and nurturing your material world with care and clarity.
Key Questions:
- How can I nurture my material world with care and practicality?
- What steps can I take to create stability and abundance in my life?
Action for Guidance: Focus on nurturing your material world with care and practicality. Take practical steps to create stability and abundance in your life.
The Answer: Nurturing and practical abundance are needed. The answer is to focus on creating stability and abundance with care and clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Queen of Foundation warns of neglect, overwork, or difficulty balancing material concerns with emotional well-being. You may be sacrificing self-care in the pursuit of material success.
Key Focus: Reestablish balance between work and personal care, focusing on nurturing yourself and others.

50. King of Pentacles (King of Foundation)

Traditional Tarot Description: Material mastery, success, and stability.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The King of Foundation represents mastery of the material world. It is a time to focus on leadership, success, and creating long-term stability in your life.
Key Questions:
- How can I lead with material mastery and success?
- What steps can I take to create long-term stability in my material world?
Action for Guidance: Focus on mastering your material world. Lead with clarity, and take steps to create long-term stability and success.
The Answer: Material mastery and success are within reach. The answer is to focus on leadership and long-term stability.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the King of Foundation suggests greed, arrogance, or financial instability. You may be overextending your resources or focusing solely on material gain without regard for ethics.
Key Focus: Reassess your values and ensure that your pursuit of success is balanced with integrity and generosity.

Suit of Swords (Clarity)

The Swords, or Clarity in Concrete Shamanism, represent the mind, communication, and intellectual challenges. They focus on the importance of clear thinking, honesty, and cutting through illusions.

51. Ace of Swords (Ace of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: New ideas, breakthroughs, and mental clarity.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ace of Clarity represents a breakthrough in understanding or a new idea. It is a time to embrace mental clarity and cut through confusion with decisive thought.
Key Questions:
- What new ideas or breakthroughs are entering my life?
- How can I cut through confusion and find clarity in my thoughts?
Action for Guidance: Embrace new ideas and focus on mental clarity. Take decisive action and cut through any confusion or uncertainty in your mind.
The Answer: A breakthrough is near. The answer is to embrace mental clarity and act with decisive thought.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ace of Clarity points to confusion, missed opportunities, or a lack of mental focus. You may be experiencing difficulty making decisions, or there may be miscommunication in a situation that requires clear thinking.
Key Focus: Take time to regain mental clarity before moving forward.

52. Two of Swords (Two of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Indecision, stalemate, and difficult choices.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Two of Clarity represents a moment of indecision or mental conflict. It calls for clear thinking and the ability to weigh options carefully before making a decision.
Key Questions:
- What difficult choices am I facing, and how can I find clarity in my decision-making?
- How can I break through this stalemate and move forward with clear thought?
Action for Guidance: Take time to weigh your options carefully. Focus on finding clarity in your decision-making and avoid rushing through the process.
The Answer: Indecision must be resolved. The answer is to find clarity in your thoughts and make a clear, thoughtful choice.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Two of Clarity suggests indecision or being overwhelmed by conflicting thoughts. You may be avoiding making a necessary choice, or there could be hidden factors clouding your judgment.
Key Focus: Address the root of your indecision and take action to resolve it.

53. Three of Swords (Three of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Heartbreak, sorrow, and emotional pain.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Three of Clarity represents emotional pain that stems from mental conflicts or misunderstandings. It calls for clarity in understanding the root cause of the pain and finding ways to heal.
Key Questions:
- What mental or emotional conflict is causing me pain?
- How can I find clarity and healing in this situation?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on the root cause of the pain and seek mental clarity in understanding the situation. Focus on healing through honest communication and clear thought.
The Answer: Pain must be acknowledged and healed. The answer is to find clarity in the situation and seek healing through honest reflection.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Three of Clarity indicates healing after heartbreak, release of emotional pain, or moving beyond grief. You may be starting the process of recovery, though emotional scars may remain.
Key Focus: Focus on healing and forgiving both yourself and others.

54. Four of Swords (Four of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Rest, recovery, and mental rejuvenation.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Four of Clarity calls for mental rest and recovery. It is a time to step back from mental challenges and allow space for rejuvenation and clarity to emerge.
Key Questions:
- How can I give my mind the rest it needs to find clarity?
- What steps can I take to recover from mental exhaustion or burnout?
Action for Guidance: Take time to rest and recover. Focus on mental rejuvenation and allow clarity to emerge through stillness and reflection.
The Answer: Rest and recovery are needed. The answer is to give your mind a break and allow space for clarity to return.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Four of Clarity warns against burnout, restlessness, or refusing to take the necessary time for recovery. You may be pushing yourself too hard or avoiding much-needed rest.
Key Focus: Prioritize rest and recovery before continuing on your journey.

55. Five of Swords (Five of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Conflict, defeat, and dishonorable actions.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Five of Clarity represents conflict or mental defeat. It calls for honest reflection on the role of ego in creating discord and the need to find clarity in resolving the situation.
Key Questions:
- What conflict or mental struggle am I facing, and how can I find clarity in resolving it?
- How can I release ego-driven actions and focus on clear communication?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on any conflict or mental struggle and seek clarity in resolving it. Release ego-driven actions and focus on finding resolution through honest communication.
The Answer: Conflict must be addressed with honesty and clarity. The answer is to focus on resolution and clear communication.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Five of Clarity suggests conflict resolution, reconciliation, or letting go of ego-driven battles. You may be ready to move past a power struggle or seek a more peaceful resolution.
Key Focus: Focus on resolution and humility, letting go of unnecessary conflicts.

56. Six of Swords (Six of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Moving on, transition, and mental healing.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Six of Clarity represents a mental transition or healing process. It is a time to move away from mental conflict and embrace clarity as you transition to a more peaceful state.
Key Questions:
- What mental or emotional transition am I experiencing, and how can I embrace clarity in this process?
- How can I move on from mental conflict and find peace?
Action for Guidance: Focus on moving away from mental conflict and embracing a more peaceful state. Allow clarity to guide you through this transition and focus on mental healing.
The Answer: Mental healing and transition are needed. The answer is to move on from conflict and embrace clarity and peace.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Six of Clarity indicates resistance to moving on, difficulty leaving the past behind, or emotional baggage. You may be struggling to let go of a situation or refusing to move forward with clarity.
Key Focus: Release what no longer serves you and embrace the journey ahead.

57. Seven of Swords (Seven of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Deception, trickery, and betrayal.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Seven of Clarity warns against deception or dishonesty, whether from others or within yourself. It calls for clear thinking and honesty in all actions.
Key Questions:
- Am I being honest with myself and others in this situation?
- How can I avoid deception and focus on clear, truthful communication?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on any dishonesty or deception in your life and take steps to resolve it with clarity and honesty. Focus on clear, truthful communication in all your actions.
The Answer: Honesty and clarity are needed. The answer is to avoid deception and focus on clear, truthful communication.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Seven of Clarity suggests the exposure of deception, regret over past dishonesty, or coming clean. You may be facing the consequences of a past deception or striving to rebuild trust.
Key Focus: Take responsibility for your actions and work toward honesty and transparency.

58. Eight of Swords (Eight of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Restriction, limitation, and feeling trapped.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Eight of Clarity represents mental restriction or feeling trapped by limiting beliefs. It calls for finding clarity in your thoughts and breaking free from self-imposed limitations.
Key Questions:
- What limiting beliefs are holding me back, and how can I break free from them?
- How can I find clarity in this situation and release feelings of restriction?
Action for Guidance: Focus on identifying and releasing any limiting beliefs that are holding you back. Find clarity in your thoughts and take steps to break free from mental restrictions.
The Answer: Mental restriction must be addressed. The answer is to release limiting beliefs and find clarity in your thoughts.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Eight of Clarity suggests release from mental blocks, overcoming limitations, or finding a way out of a challenging situation. You may be freeing yourself from self-imposed restrictions.
Key Focus: Embrace your newfound freedom and take clear, decisive action.

59. Nine of Swords (Nine of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Anxiety, worry, and mental anguish.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Nine of Clarity represents mental anguish and anxiety. It calls for finding clarity in understanding the root cause of your worry and taking steps to address it.
Key Questions:
- What is causing my mental anguish or anxiety, and how can I find clarity in addressing it?
- How can I release worry and focus on mental peace?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on the root cause of your worry and take steps to address it with clarity. Focus on releasing anxiety and finding mental peace.
The Answer: Anxiety and worry must be addressed. The answer is to find clarity in understanding the root cause and take steps to release mental anguish.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Nine of Clarity indicates the release of anxiety, the end of mental anguish, or gaining perspective on a troubling situation. You are beginning to find relief after a period of worry.
Key Focus: Focus on healing your mind and letting go of unnecessary fears.

60. Ten of Swords (Ten of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Endings, defeat, and rock bottom.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ten of Clarity represents a painful ending or defeat, but also the opportunity for a new beginning. It calls for clarity in understanding the lessons of this ending and the potential for rebirth.
Key Questions:
- What painful ending or defeat am I facing, and how can I find clarity in understanding its lessons?
- How can I embrace the opportunity for a new beginning after this ending?
Action for Guidance: Reflect on the lessons of this painful ending and focus on finding clarity in understanding its purpose. Embrace the potential for a new beginning and allow yourself to move forward.
The Answer: A painful ending is near, but it offers the opportunity for a new beginning. The answer is to find clarity in the lessons of this ending and embrace the potential for rebirth.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ten of Clarity suggests recovery from betrayal, overcoming a painful ending, or releasing past wounds. You are starting to rebuild after a difficult period, though the scars may remain.
Key Focus: Focus on healing and new beginnings, while acknowledging the lessons learned.

61. Page of Swords (Page of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Curiosity, new ideas, and mental agility.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Page of Clarity represents curiosity and the pursuit of new ideas. It calls for mental agility and the ability to think clearly and creatively in pursuing new opportunities.
Key Questions:
- What new ideas or opportunities am I curious about, and how can I pursue them with clarity?
- How can I embrace mental agility and clear thinking in my pursuits?
Action for Guidance: Embrace curiosity and the pursuit of new ideas. Focus on mental agility and clear thinking in exploring new opportunities and possibilities.
The Answer: New ideas and opportunities are available. The answer is to embrace curiosity and think clearly in pursuing them.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Page of Clarity indicates impulsiveness, lack of focus, or scattered thinking. You may be jumping from one idea to another without committing to a clear path.
Key Focus: Slow down and focus on one clear idea or goal before moving forward.

62. Knight of Swords (Knight of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Action, ambition, and mental focus.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Knight of Clarity represents ambitious action and mental focus. It calls for clear thinking and decisive action in pursuing your goals.
Key Questions:
- How can I pursue my goals with mental clarity and ambition?
- What decisive actions can I take to move forward with focus?
Action for Guidance: Focus on mental clarity and decisive action in pursuing your goals. Stay ambitious, but ensure that your actions are grounded in clear thinking and purpose.
The Answer: Ambitious action is needed. The answer is to pursue your goals with mental clarity and decisive thought.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Knight of Clarity warns of rash decisions, recklessness, or aggressive behavior. You may be charging ahead without considering the consequences of your actions.
Key Focus: Practice mindfulness and ensure your actions are well thought out before proceeding.

63. Queen of Swords (Queen of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Mental clarity, independence, and clear communication.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Queen of Clarity represents mental independence and clear communication. It calls for the ability to think and speak clearly, cutting through confusion and uncertainty.
Key Questions:
- How can I embrace mental clarity and independence in this situation?
- What steps can I take to communicate clearly and effectively?
Action for Guidance: Focus on mental clarity and independence. Communicate clearly and effectively, cutting through any confusion or uncertainty in your thoughts or actions.
The Answer: Mental clarity and independence are needed. The answer is to think and communicate clearly, cutting through confusion.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Queen of Clarity suggests coldness, emotional detachment, or overcritical behavior. You may be isolating yourself or pushing others away with harsh words or judgment.
Key Focus: Balance your intellect with compassion, ensuring that your clarity doesn’t come at the expense of your relationships.

64. King of Swords (King of Clarity)

Traditional Tarot Description: Mental mastery, authority, and clear judgment.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The King of Clarity represents mental mastery and clear judgment. It calls for the ability to make decisions with authority and clarity, cutting through any confusion or uncertainty.
Key Questions:
- How can I embrace mental mastery and clear judgment in this situation?
- What steps can I take to make authoritative, clear decisions?
Action for Guidance: Focus on mental mastery and clear judgment in your decisions. Take authority over your thoughts and actions, ensuring that they are grounded in clarity and purpose.
The Answer: Mental mastery and clear judgment are needed. The answer is to make authoritative decisions with clarity and focus.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the King of Clarity suggests manipulation, misuse of power, or lack of clear judgment. You may be acting out of self-interest or using your intellect to control others.
Key Focus: Reestablish integrity and ensure your actions align with truth and justice.

Suit of Wands (Drive)

The Wands, or Drive in Concrete Shamanism, represent action, creativity, and the energy of movement. They focus on the importance of purposeful, focused action and the creative force behind our intentions.

65. Ace of Wands (Ace of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: New beginnings, inspiration, and creative energy.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ace of Drive represents a surge of creative energy and the beginning of a new project or action. It is a time to focus on inspiration and take clear, purposeful action.
Key Questions:
- What new creative energy or inspiration is entering my life?
- How can I take clear, purposeful action to bring this inspiration into reality?
Action for Guidance: Embrace the creative energy and focus on taking clear, purposeful action. Allow this inspiration to guide you and bring your ideas into reality with clarity and intention.
The Answer: A new creative beginning is near. The answer is to embrace this energy and take clear, purposeful action.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ace of Drive signals blocked creative energy or lack of motivation. You may feel stuck in a rut or unable to take the necessary steps to pursue your goals.
Key Focus: Reignite your passion by clearing away distractions and reconnecting with your core desires.

66. Two of Wands (Two of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Planning, decision-making, and future focus.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Two of Drive represents the need for planning and decision-making. It calls for clear, focused action in planning for the future and taking steps to bring your vision into reality.
Key Questions:
- How can I plan for the future with clear, focused action?
- What steps can I take to bring my vision into reality?
Action for Guidance: Focus on planning and decision-making with clarity and purpose. Take clear, focused steps to bring your vision into reality and plan for the future with intention.
The Answer: Planning and decision-making are needed. The answer is to focus on clear, purposeful action and plan for the future.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Two of Drive indicates indecision, lack of direction, or difficulty planning for the future. You may be hesitant to move forward with a plan or unsure about the next steps to take.
Key Focus: Clarify your vision and commit to a focused plan of action.

67. Three of Wands (Three of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Expansion, opportunity, and forward momentum.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Three of Drive represents forward momentum and the expansion of opportunities. It calls for clear, purposeful action in pursuing new possibilities and moving forward with confidence.
Key Questions:
- What new opportunities or possibilities are opening up for me, and how can I pursue them with clarity?
- How can I maintain forward momentum and expand my vision for the future?
Action for Guidance: Focus on forward momentum and expanding your opportunities. Pursue new possibilities with clear, purposeful action and maintain confidence in your vision for the future.
The Answer: Forward momentum and expansion are needed. The answer is to pursue new possibilities with confidence and clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Three of Drive suggests delays, lack of progress, or obstacles in expanding your vision. You may be feeling frustrated by slow results or hesitating to take the next step.
Key Focus: Be patient and reassess your plan, ensuring that your vision is aligned with clear, focused action.

68. Four of Wands (Four of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Celebration, stability, and harmony.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Four of Drive represents celebration and the achievement of stability or harmony. It is a time to reflect on your achievements and take clear, focused action to maintain balance and stability.
Key Questions:
- How can I celebrate my achievements while maintaining stability and harmony in my life?
- What steps can I take to maintain balance and stability in my actions?
Action for Guidance: Focus on celebrating your achievements and maintaining stability and harmony. Take clear, focused action to maintain balance in your life and ensure that your actions are aligned with your purpose.
The Answer: Celebration and stability are needed. The answer is to reflect on your achievements and maintain balance and harmony in your actions.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Four of Drive indicates instability, lack of harmony, or postponement of celebrations. You may be facing difficulties in achieving balance or stability in your personal life or projects.
Key Focus: Reestablish your foundation and focus on creating harmony and stability in your environment.

69. Five of Wands (Five of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Conflict, competition, and struggle.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Five of Drive represents conflict or competition. It calls for clear thinking and purposeful action in resolving struggles and finding clarity in the face of opposition.
Key Questions:
- What conflict or competition am I facing, and how can I find clarity in resolving it?
- How can I take purposeful action to overcome struggles and maintain focus?
Action for Guidance: Focus on finding clarity in resolving conflict or competition. Take clear, purposeful action to overcome struggles and maintain focus on your goals.
The Answer: Conflict or competition must be resolved. The answer is to take clear, purposeful action to overcome struggles and maintain focus.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Five of Drive suggests the resolution of conflict, compromise, or avoidance of confrontation. You may be ready to end a disagreement or withdraw from a struggle that no longer serves you.
Key Focus: Focus on resolution and finding common ground in challenging situations.

70. Six of Wands (Six of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Victory, success, and recognition.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Six of Drive represents victory and success. It is a time to reflect on your achievements and take clear, focused action to continue moving forward with purpose.
Key Questions:
- How can I celebrate my success and maintain forward momentum with clarity?
- What steps can I take to ensure continued success and recognition for my efforts?
Action for Guidance: Focus on celebrating your success and maintaining forward momentum. Take clear, purposeful action to ensure continued success and recognition for your efforts.
The Answer: Victory and success are near. The answer is to celebrate your achievements and maintain forward momentum with clarity.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Six of Drive warns against a lack of recognition, failure, or excessive pride. You may feel overlooked for your efforts or be struggling to achieve success despite your hard work.
Key Focus: Focus on humility and reevaluate your approach to achieving recognition or success.

71. Seven of Wands (Seven of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Defense, perseverance, and standing your ground.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Seven of Drive represents the need to defend your position or persevere in the face of challenges. It calls for clear thinking and purposeful action in maintaining your focus and standing your ground.
Key Questions:
- What challenges am I facing, and how can I find clarity in standing my ground?
- How can I persevere through difficulties with clear, focused action?
Action for Guidance: Focus on defending your position and maintaining clarity in the face of challenges. Take clear, purposeful action to persevere through difficulties and stand your ground.
The Answer: Perseverance and defense are needed. The answer is to stand your ground and maintain clarity in the face of challenges.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Seven of Drive suggests giving up, feeling overwhelmed, or lack of defense. You may feel that the challenges you face are too great, leading to self-doubt or hesitation in standing your ground.
Key Focus: Rebuild your confidence and find the inner strength to defend your position without fear.

72. Eight of Wands (Eight of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Speed, rapid action, and forward movement.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Eight of Drive represents rapid action and forward movement. It calls for clear, focused thinking and purposeful action in keeping up with the pace of change.
Key Questions:
- How can I maintain clarity and focus during this period of rapid movement or change?
- What steps can I take to ensure that my actions are aligned with my purpose during this time of forward momentum?
Action for Guidance: Focus on maintaining clarity and focus during periods of rapid movement or change. Take clear, purposeful action to ensure that your actions are aligned with your purpose and that you are keeping up with the pace of change.
The Answer: Rapid movement and action are needed. The answer is to maintain clarity and focus as you move forward with purpose.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Eight of Drive indicates delays, miscommunication, or lack of direction. You may feel frustrated by slow progress or confusion about your next steps, preventing forward momentum.
Key Focus: Reassess your goals and ensure that your communication and actions are aligned with clear intent.

73. Nine of Wands (Nine of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Resilience, perseverance, and protecting your position.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Nine of Drive represents resilience and perseverance in the face of challenges. It calls for clear thinking and purposeful action in defending your position and continuing to move forward with focus.
Key Questions:
- What challenges am I facing, and how can I maintain clarity and resilience in overcoming them?
- How can I take purposeful action to defend my position and continue moving forward?
Action for Guidance: Focus on maintaining clarity and resilience in the face of challenges. Take purposeful action to defend your position and continue moving forward with focus.
The Answer: Resilience and perseverance are needed. The answer is to maintain clarity and defend your position as you move forward with purpose.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Nine of Drive suggests exhaustion, burnout, or giving up. You may feel worn down by the challenges you’ve faced, struggling to muster the strength to continue.
Key Focus: Take time to rest and recover, focusing on building resilience before moving forward.

74. Ten of Wands (Ten of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Burden, responsibility, and carrying a heavy load.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Ten of Drive represents the burden of responsibility or the feeling of carrying a heavy load. It calls for clear thinking and purposeful action in lightening your load and finding balance in your efforts.
Key Questions:
- What burdens or responsibilities am I carrying, and how can I find clarity in lightening my load?
- How can I take purposeful action to balance my responsibilities and avoid burnout?
Action for Guidance: Focus on finding clarity in lightening your load and balancing your responsibilities. Take purposeful action to avoid burnout and ensure that your efforts are aligned with your purpose.
The Answer: Burden and responsibility must be addressed. The answer is to find clarity in lightening your load and taking purposeful action to balance your efforts.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Ten of Drive warns of overwhelm, overburdening, or lack of delegation. You may be carrying too much on your own, refusing to ask for help, or struggling under the weight of responsibility.
Key Focus: Release unnecessary burdens and delegate tasks to avoid burnout.

75. Page of Wands (Page of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: New beginnings, inspiration, and creative energy.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Page of Drive represents the beginning of a new creative project or action. It calls for clear thinking and purposeful action in embracing new inspiration and bringing your ideas into reality.
Key Questions:
- What new creative energy or inspiration is entering my life, and how can I embrace it with clarity?
- How can I take purposeful action to bring my ideas into reality?
Action for Guidance: Focus on embracing new creative energy and inspiration. Take clear, purposeful action to bring your ideas into reality and ensure that your efforts are aligned with your purpose.
The Answer: A new creative beginning is near. The answer is to embrace this energy and take clear, purposeful action to bring your ideas into reality.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Page of Drive suggests lack of focus, procrastination, or scattered energy. You may be hesitant to take action on new ideas, feeling unmotivated or unsure of your direction.
Key Focus: Reconnect with your passion and commit to taking the first step toward your goal.

76. Knight of Wands (Knight of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Action, adventure, and boldness.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Knight of Drive represents bold, purposeful action and the pursuit of adventure. It calls for clear thinking and focused energy in pursuing your goals with confidence.
Key Questions:
- How can I pursue my goals with bold, focused action and confidence?
- What steps can I take to ensure that my actions are aligned with my purpose and goals?
Action for Guidance: Focus on taking bold, purposeful action in pursuing your goals. Embrace adventure and maintain confidence in your abilities, ensuring that your actions are aligned with your purpose.
The Answer: Bold action and adventure are needed. The answer is to pursue your goals with confidence and clarity, taking bold, purposeful steps forward.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Knight of Drive indicates recklessness, impulsiveness, or lack of follow-through. You may be charging ahead without a clear plan, leading to scattered energy and missed opportunities.
Key Focus: Slow down and focus on thoughtful, deliberate action rather than impulsive moves.

77. Queen of Wands (Queen of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Confidence, independence, and creative leadership.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The Queen of Drive represents confidence, independence, and creative leadership. It calls for clear thinking and focused action in leading with clarity and purpose, using your creative energy to inspire others.
Key Questions:
- How can I lead with confidence, independence, and creative energy in this situation?
- What steps can I take to ensure that my actions are aligned with my purpose and that I am inspiring others with my leadership?
Action for Guidance: Focus on leading with confidence and creative energy. Take clear, purposeful action to inspire others and ensure that your actions are aligned with your purpose and goals.
The Answer: Confidence, leadership, and creative energy are needed. The answer is to lead with purpose and inspire others with your clear, focused action.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the Queen of Drive suggests low confidence, insecurity, or jealousy. You may be feeling disconnected from your inner power or struggling to express your creative energy.
Key Focus: Rebuild your confidence and reconnect with your inner strength, focusing on positive self-expression.

78. King of Wands (King of Drive)

Traditional Tarot Description: Vision, leadership, and long-term success.
Concrete Shamanism Interpretation: The King of Drive represents vision and leadership in pursuit of long-term success. It calls for clear thinking and focused action in leading with clarity and purpose, ensuring that your vision is aligned with your long-term goals.
Key Questions:
- How can I lead with vision, clarity, and purpose in this situation?
- What steps can I take to ensure that my actions are aligned with my long-term goals and vision?
Action for Guidance: Focus on leading with vision and clarity. Take clear, purposeful action to ensure that your actions are aligned with your long-term goals and that your vision is guiding your leadership.
The Answer: Vision, leadership, and long-term success are within reach. The answer is to lead with clarity and purpose, ensuring that your actions are aligned with your long-term vision and goals.
Reversed Meaning: Reversed, the King of Drive warns of arrogance, controlling behavior, or lack of vision. You may be using your power to dominate others or struggling to lead with clarity and purpose.
Key Focus: Lead with integrity and ensure that your actions are aligned with your long-term vision.