Pendulum basics

Using a pendulum for the first time.


First thing you need to do is cleanse it as normal - I find that either salt and running water or the full moon will do this. You need a bag, scarf or box to store it in as well - whatever appeals to you.

When you first use it you need to hold the chain/cord in your least dominant hand and think of the word "yes" and note which way the pendulum swings/rotates. Then clear your mind - the pendulum should stop swinging and go back to being stationary. You then need to think of the word "no" and note which way the pendulum swings/rotates. Then clear your mind - the pendulum should stop swinging and go back to being stationary. Repeat this three times, each time the response should become clearer - you pendulum is then attuned to you.


When asking questions I always find it useful to repeat a single "yes, clear, no" to make sure that the answer to my question is going to be a motion that I am familiar with.

As you advance, you can ask more complex questions, that involve different motions and a number of motions as well as degree of motion - for example how open.... more motion = more open.

You can also add in "don't know" and "don't care to answer"

29th July tarot focus

Ace of cups: upright


Key words: The beginning of love, joy, beauty, or good health 


Briefly: There is a time of profusion coming into our lives indicated by the drawing of this card. This is the time when out spiritual wishes are heard, and if beneficial to us are granted.

General: This card is a very potent, confident sign in relation to love, delight, pleasure, joy, warmth and fresh starts. Things are taking a turn for the better! Broadly speaking, people will react and reply to you with happiness, love, and goodwill, more than normally in the not too distant future. You should be feeling very good, on top form, now is the time to make new friends.

26th July's tarot focus

The Magician upright

Keywords: Originality, creativity, skill, will-power, self confidence, dexterity, sleight of hand

Briefly: The Magician is about making advanced - and improved - use of all of one's power. Both spiritual and emotional. This card reminds us that we have the power to make change things, in our lives and in the wider world, if we simply try.

General: You may notice many simultaneous events and similarities in your life right now, which point you towards deep, spiritual events taking place irrespective of the "importance" of their apparently superficial appearance. You should be discovering that you have the knowledge, strength, and inspiration needed to meet your challenges head on. In general this is a very positive time.

25th July's tarot focus

Ace of Cups upright


Keywords: The beginning of love, joy, beauty, or good health 


Briefly: There is some abundance coming into our lives, the dark times will soon be over. Whatever is wished for will be granted.

General: The Ace of Cups is a very strong, positive omen relating to love, happiness, affection and new beginnings. Things are now beginning to look up! People will begin to respond to you with happiness, love, and goodwill, this will become more obvious and clearer in the near future. You should be feeling good. This is a great time to make friends.

24th July's tarot focus

Ace of swords Upright: 

Keywords: Beginning of a victory, ability to love and hate with ardor, a valiant leader may be born

Briefly: Broaden your horizons and look to make sweeping changes. Your future is about to move ahead in a multitude of ways.

General meaning: This Ace tells on us to not be scared to make a leap if it's in our best interests. It is now that our bravery is called upon. As the old goes, "feel the fear and do it anyway." You already have a pretty good idea of what it is you need to do, the difficult part of it is actually doing of it. Don't put it off any longer start today.