Success in 2025 Pick-a-Pile Tarot Readings

Happy Friday, Honeybees! We’re coming up to a powerful Black Moon in Capricorn on Monday and I highly recommend that you read that post before picking your pile and scrolling down to your reading. Working with the energy of the Black Moon can help you reach your goals much more effectively in the coming months. Today’s ‘This Will Bring You Success in 2025’ pick-a-pile reading has the following positional meanings:

1. Drop it! – You can’t take this with you into 2025
2. Alter ego – Who you must become (the best, most successful version of yourself)
3. Just do it! – Focusing on doing this work/ or taking this action that will bring you success

If you’ve never worked with an alter ego before, have a little read about it below before moving on to your reading.

• Jump to the This Will Bring You Success Pick-a-Pile Reading 1 (purple)
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• Jump to the This Will Bring You Success Pick-a-Pile Reading 3 (pink)

We are using the traditional RWS Tarot deck for all three readings. As always with general readings, take only what resonates. If you feel you need a more in-depth reading, you can book one HERE.

What Is an Alter Ego?

An alter ego is a second identity or persona that a person creates and embodies, often to help them achieve specific goals, overcome limitations, or tap into hidden aspects of their personality. It serves as a mental or emotional tool to step into a version of oneself that feels powerful, fearless, or unrestrained by personal doubts. Alter egos are commonly used in the arts, sports, and other high-performance fields where confidence and creativity are crucial. Working with an alter ego can significantly increase your chances of success in 2025.

Examples of Successful People with Alter Egos

1. Beyoncé (Sasha Fierce)
   Beyoncé created her alter ego, Sasha Fierce, to embody confidence and boldness on stage. She has described Sasha as the fearless performer she becomes when she steps out to captivate her audience.
2. David Bowie (Ziggy Stardust)
   David Bowie adopted the persona of Ziggy Stardust to explore his creativity and push boundaries in music and fashion. Ziggy allowed him to express an otherworldly, eccentric side of his artistry.
3. Kobe Bryant (Black Mamba)
   Basketball legend Kobe Bryant developed his “Black Mamba” alter ego to channel intense focus and a killer instinct on the court. This persona helped him excel under pressure and dominate in games.
4. Lady Gaga (Jo Calderone)
   Lady Gaga used the male alter ego Jo Calderone to challenge gender norms and showcase her versatility as an artist. Calderone allowed her to expand her creative narrative.
5. Nicki Minaj (Roman Zolanski, Barbie, Chun-Li, etc.)
   Nicki Minaj has used various alter egos, such as Roman Zolanski and Barbie, to express different facets of her personality and artistry, from aggression and rebellion to playfulness and empowerment.

Five-Step Plan to Work with an Alter Ego

1. Define Your Purpose
   Identify why you need an alter ego. Is it to overcome fear, perform better in a specific area, or express a side of yourself you typically keep hidden? Write down the traits you want this alter ego to embody.
2. Create a Backstory and Name
   Develop a unique identity for your alter ego. Give it a name and a backstory, including its personality, strengths, and even its dress sense. This helps make the persona feel real and distinct.
3. Visualise and Embody the Persona
   Use visualisation techniques to imagine yourself as your alter ego. Picture how they stand, talk, and act. Begin embodying these traits in situations where you need their energy. Dressing like your alter ego or using props (like Kobe’s “Black Mamba” mindset) can reinforce the transformation.
4. Establish Rituals or Triggers
   Create rituals or triggers that signal your transition into the alter ego. This could be a piece of clothing, a specific song, or a pre-performance mantra. Beyoncé, for example, has said wearing high heels helps her become Sasha Fierce.
5. Practice and Reflect
   Use your alter ego consistently in situations where you need its qualities. Afterwards, reflect on how it impacted your performance or behaviour. Adjust and refine the persona as needed to suit your evolving goals.

Working with an alter ego can be a powerful tool to unlock your potential, overcome limitations, and step into your best self. By creating and committing to this second identity, you can navigate challenges with greater confidence and purpose.

Read more about the Alter Ego HERE.

This Will Bring You Success in 2025 – Pile 1

1. Drop It! – Knight of Cups

You’re being called to leave behind emotional idealism or unrealistic expectations, especially in relationships or creative pursuits. The Knight of Cups often represents someone who is overly romantic, dreamy, or easily swayed by their feelings. In 2025, focus on grounded action over chasing fleeting emotions or unattainable ideals. Let go of tendencies to prioritise charm or sentiment over practical steps.

2. Alter Ego – Queen of Wands

Step into your power as the Queen of Wands, a confident, magnetic, and entrepreneurial leader. This alter ego inspires others through bold action, creative vision, and unshakeable self-belief. She’s not afraid to take centre stage or pursue her passions with determination. Channel her warmth and charisma as you move forward with courage and authenticity.

3. Just Do It! – 7 of Swords

Your success hinges on strategy and discretion. The 7 of Swords invites you to work smarter, not harder. This could mean keeping your plans private, outmanoeuvring competition, or finding unconventional solutions to problems. Avoid being overly direct; subtlety and wit will serve you well in 2025.

This Will Bring You Success in 2025 – Pile 2

1. Drop It! – Queen of Cups

In 2025, it’s time to let go of over-nurturing or sacrificing your needs for the sake of others. The Queen of Cups, while compassionate, can become overly absorbed in emotions or other people’s problems. Detach from excessive emotional involvement and focus on your personal growth instead.

2. Alter Ego – The Wheel of Fortune

Embrace the ever-changing nature of life as your new identity. The Wheel of Fortune alter ego is adaptable, opportunistic, and bold enough to seize the moment. Success will come through trusting the cycles of life and recognising the right opportunities when they appear. Step into the role of a co-creator with the universe, knowing fortune favours the bold.

3. Just Do It! – The Tower

Change is inevitable, and The Tower urges you to take decisive action to dismantle what no longer serves you. Don’t wait for life to force you into transformation—initiate it yourself. Whether it’s leaving behind a failing structure, belief, or situation, embracing radical honesty and change will lead to long-term growth and success in 2025.

This Will Bring You Success in 2025 – Pile 3

1. Drop It! – 8 of Swords

Release the mental constraints and self-imposed limitations holding you back. The 8 of Swords indicates you’ve been trapped by fear, doubt, or overthinking. In 2025, you’re called to free yourself by changing your perspective and realising that you can choose to just begin. So what if you fail the first time or even the first 20 times? Failing will ultimately bring you the success you seek. Not trying for overthinking never will!

2. Alter Ego – Ace of Pentacles

Step into the role of a grounded, practical, and opportunity-focused individual. The Ace of Pentacles alter ego represents someone who sees potential everywhere and is unafraid to plant seeds for the future. Embody the most resourceful, reliable, and committed version of yourself and get busy turning ideas into tangible results.

3. Just Do It! – King of Wands

The King of Wands calls for bold leadership and visionary action. To succeed, take charge of your life with passion, confidence, and clear direction. Set ambitious goals and inspire others to follow your lead. Trust in your ability to create a meaningful impact through courage and decisiveness. Now that you’ve liberated yourself from analysis paralysis, you can show others how to do it too!

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