Sensitive Stories

41: Symbolism of Self-Care


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Do you struggle to care for yourself when overwhelmed? In this episode, I talk with Arianna Smith, LPC about allowing card pulls to guide your self-care practice and: 

• The importance of starting with slow mornings and introspective practices as an HSP

• Using tarot either inside or outside of a spiritual/religious practice

• Understanding the different types of card decks and how to choose the right one 

Arianna is a licensed therapist, professional copywriter, and a queer, witchy soul who dances daily between the clinical and creative. She empowers heart-centered individuals to tap into their intuition and reclaim their power through a trauma-informed, expansive approach that combines EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and intuitive practices like tarot, human design, and astrology. As a writer, Arianna merges clinical insight with feel-good content strategy to help therapists elevate their practices through authentic copy and email marketing. As a seasoned tarot reader, she blends deep reflection, spiritual exploration, and a dash of playfulness to guide clients through life’s complex questions and milestones.

Keep in touch with Arianna:
• Website: https://tarotwitharianna.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writewitharianna 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arianna-j-smith 

Resources Mentioned:
• Intuitive Tarot Reading & Mentorship: https://tarotwitharianna.com
• How To Pick Your Tarot Deck: A Beginner’s Guide (includes recommended decks): https://www.ariannasmith.com/blog/how-to-pick-your-first-tarot-deck 

Questions for Single Card Pulls:

Morning
• Where can I focus my energy? 
• What HSP strength can I lean upon today?

Evening
• What did I learn about myself today?
• What energy from today should I release? 

Mindful Break
• What is overwhelming me right now?
• What can support me right now?   

Thank you to Cozy Earth for sponsoring this episode. 
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This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional.

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