THE water ORACLE CARD || THE MODERN GODDESS ORACLE DECK

Go with the flow.

Stop resisting, Goddess, and go with the flow. The mystical element of water will show you how.

Many of the unpleasant feelings we experience come as a result of our resistance rather than from the event itself. Be careful not to make life harder for yourself by pushing away the inevitable. Are you avoiding a confrontational situation or numbing feelings of sadness? Those are both forms of resistance, and the longer you resist, the longer you’ll have to experience the situation you’ve been trying to avoid at all costs.

Whenever emotions wash through you, simply allow. There is no need to hold on to anything or push away any of your feelings. Your emotions are not only valid, but they are also necessary for your spiritual growth. Water creates massive change over time as it carves through rock. In the same way, your emotions will shape you into your best self.

The Water card can also appear when you are using too much effort or action to get to where you’re going. Sometimes using less energy can yield far greater results. Why strain against the current when you can float on the surface, enjoying the ride?

Practical Magic for the Modern Goddess

The element of water is associated with the direction of West. You can call on the element of water when you are “calling in the quarters” before a special ritual or meditation. This element is typically called to your circle second, after Earth to the North. Water can be represented with a bowl of water, herbal infused oils, seashells, a beverage of choice, ice, or anything blue.  

If you have access to an ocean, lake, or hot spring, spend some time in water. You can also connect with the element of water by taking a ritual bath. Place a clear quartz crystal, a rose quartz crystal, a handful of sea salt, and five drops of lavender essential oil to release any lingering resistance to your emotions.