This one is a big one, folks. This spread is focused on discerning one’s path, figuring out which inclinations to follow and what elements to take on, return to, continue with, or let go.
Before you start the reading, make a list of every element you would like to examine. This could be a list of entities, different focuses of study, whatever you feel uncertain about and would like to assess. List as many or as few as you like; deep dives into one’s path will naturally have a longer list, quick checks may only have two or three. Be as thorough as you need. (Mine had 12.)
Center Card- This is your signifier. It’s you, your current state, the energy you exude or what you are searching for. This helps five context to the rest of the reading, helping inform how we interpret the later cards and seeing if things are compatible with your energy in this moment. Feel free to lay out more cards here if it feels right, and read them as one collective.
Inner Ring- Lay out a card for every item you listed. These are the “rays” of your sun. This inner ring shows what you will be giving, should you follow this element. It’s what the path demands of you, what you’ll be expected to bring to the table, or what an entity may want from the relationship.
Outer Ring- Extend the rays with another card for each element. This is where the path is leading you, what you will receive from the path, what kind of energy it will invoke in you, for better or worse. It shows us the benefit (or detriment) of including this element.
Here’s some help with interpreting….
A positive inner ring but a negative outer ring- This could be a sign of exploitation, that you’re giving more than you’re getting. It could also mean, depending on the specifics, that this is a viable path which you are not yet ready for. It could be a good relationship later on but you need more experience so that it doesn’t pummel you. Perhaps it’s a relationship you’ve held onto too long, and it’s no longer helping you.
A negative inner ring but a positive outer ring- Reverse exploitation, like if a spirit doesn’t want to work with you as much as you want to work with it. Could also be that you can’t yet (or no longer) handle this element appropriately, and your angle needs retooling.
Both rings negative- Mutually detrimental. Avoid for now.
Both rings positive- Mutually beneficial! Proceed with confidence.
And, of course, look to the details of each card and its orientation to determine exactly how everything clicks into place. For best results, come in with an open mind and leave sentimentality at the door. Be receptive to new ideas, and willing to let go of old ones.