{It’s a common thing in my world to see healers who are beginning to fray. Sore arms, tired ears, bored faces. It’s crucial to give ourselves plenty of time to rest and rejuvenate. As I said to the Chef this weekend, if I don’t take a day, I’ll never take a day. There will always be some type of work waiting for me. I need to take a day and not do a thing. No clients, no social media. Just a full day of pure laziness and fun. As you read “Rest Easy, Healer”, I hope the same for you.}

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Often I’m asked: how do I become more intuitive? How can I stay connected?

It’s very easy.

Rest.

There’s nothing more important for a healer.

Rest from that visionary mind. Rest from that loving heart that always wants to soothe. Rest from frantic. Rest from the need to save. Rescue. Help.

Rest from planning. Rest from the need to know. Rest from all of the questions swirling around that seeking soul.

We are taught a false value in “working hard”, as if toiling to the point of exhaustion is something to be honored.

Release yourself from that back-breaking illusion. You can’t save anyone, healer. You can’t rescue anyone.

The true value is in renewal.

Want to be successful in this work? Love yourself enough to rest. Give yourself permission to sleep in. Play. Indulge.

That means: napping, sitting still, doing nothing, daydreaming, sipping a hot cup of tea, getting a glorious massage. It does not necessarily mean prayer or meditation — but if that works for you, go for it.

There are challenging times ahead this year — and your full capacities will be called upon.

So, soothe yourself. Love that sensitive, dignified heart.

Rest.

It’s one the easiest ways to stay connected.

— essay from The Reluctant Tarot Reader: Adventures in the Gypsy Trade.