#secret self

[misscromwellsmonocle]

Secret Self by Tim Okamura

[abrighterspark]

it's funny how mirrors

can turn into mist...

a crossroads where mystery

and honesty exist

[basicallyanotherwitchesthing]

U.S. Andersen - The Secret of Secrets - Wilshire - 1970

[wallacepolsom]

Wallace Polsom, Secret Self (2022), paper collage, 20.6 x 33 cm.

[howifeltabouthim]

There was something deep within him that he had absolutely shown to no one—to the companion of these walks in particular not a bit more than he could help; but he was none the less haunted, under its shadow, with a dire apprehension of its publicity.

Henry James, from The Wings of the Dove

[astrolovecosmos]

The 12th House: House of the Secret Self

Aries in the 12th House: Lava in the basement, a fiery core that's been wanting to erupt.

Taurus in the 12th House: Roses crying their petals, a hidden passageway behind thick vines.

Gemini in the 12th House: A secret library, a locked journal, and a stolen voice.

Cancer in the 12th House: Symbols revealing themselves under the moonlight, a hidden hand-mirror.

Leo in the 12th House: An abandoned throne room, an ancient and lost crown.

Virgo in the 12th House: A magical puzzle waiting to be solved, a mechanical being waiting to be put back together.

Libra in the 12th House: A locked heart-shaped chest, a long-lost necklace or ring, far off visions of lovers dancing in the clouds.

Scorpio in the 12th House: A locked door down a dark corridor, the bottom of a well, a wil-o-wisp beckoning to be followed into the woods.

Sagittarius in the 12th House: A person behind the curtain, ancient scrolls, and a hidden meditation room.

Capricorn in the 12th House: A sanctuary on a mountain top, golden keys.

Aquarius in the 12th House: A white room ready to paint, unintelligible neon signs.

Pisces in the 12th House: Swirling waters that are ready to dissolve whatever touches it, the opening of a third eye.

[astrolovecosmos]

It's raining, I want to write, here is more 12th House information

Aries in the 12th House: Hidden aggression,inner intensity festers beneath, might explode one day, losses of power or feeling weak are themes. In undeveloped stage is passive, timid, shy, secret with anger and advances, not connected to sexuality and their passion.

Taurus/Libra in the 12th House: Identity attached to others, lack of confidence, could struggle to form healthy bonds with women in their life. Can struggle with their own feminine part. In undeveloped stage is easily ashamed yet ruled by materialism, fears romantic relationship, doesn't practice self love.

Gemini/Virgo in the 12th House: Has issues with communication and independence, has many intellectual insecurities. Wants to grow but unsure how. In underdeveloped stage seems closed-minded, doesn't like to share a lot, facts and opinions get mixed. Can easily be mislead by bad information in early stages.

Cancer in the 12th House: Emotions get lost, intuition is off, fear and caution keep them back. In underdeveloped stage acts tough, pretends to be colder than they truly are, attachments and healing are unhealthy.

Leo in the 12th House: There is caution towards leadership, so much tangled up in the ego and confidence, creativity could be blocked. In underdeveloped stage avoids leadership, always goes the practical route rather than creative, shies away from groups. Could be stingy, easily kept down, and highly muted in early stages.

Scorpio in the 12th House: Secretive, dark traits are rarely faced, intensity completely buried, can drown in emotion. When underdeveloped is easily overpowered, can't deal with lack of control, doesn't see own darkness, sexuality is hurt. Underdeveloped= Hides secret from ones self. Developed= Discovers them but keeps them from others. Secrets will always be apart of them.

Sagittarius in the 12th House: Prepare for belief crisis, judgmental, blocks to personal growth, possible lack of energy. When underdeveloped luck doesn't seem to be on their side, easily disillusioned, avoids growth and progressive change. Must learn to make their own luck.

Capricorn in the 12th House: Fear of failure is crippling, ambition stunted, materialism consumes, responsibilities are a threat not purposeful. In underdeveloped stage never seems to gain authority, doesn't believe in their own worth.

Aquarius in the 12th House: Lack of individuality and self-acceptance, follower, desires independence but can't figure out how to accomplish this. When underdeveloped hates change, gives into peer pressure, suppresses rebel tendencies.

Pisces in the 12th House: Insecurity towards being used or giving, beliefs might harm them in some way, finds it hard to connect with others. When underdeveloped hops from relationship to relationship, doesn't consider their emotional or spiritual health. Intellect and emotions always fighting, escapism is an unhealthy indulgence not a useful tool.

[abrighterspark]

there is a deep crevice at the entrance to my being / a canyon that sits companion to my guard dog / the one that keeps the keys / there is a world within / some might say it's a gateway drug / designed to draw you in / others might say it's a deception / a decoy set up as a ploy for attention / i defer to the latter / watch you trip and tumble, stumbling down / are you still thinking of me? / or are you paying more mind to your step? / are you aware of your muscles, your breath? / are you not fearing your death? / you ask why / i deny / i don't make your choices, darling / if you were deterred / you followed the herd / i stood on the sidelines and watched it / maybe the call of the void was too loud / maybe my voice made no sound / maybe i waited too long to call halt / maybe / maybe this is me / defending the vault