Today I recorded a podcast with my friend Rebecca Muir. It's called Everyday Seeker: http://www.everydayseeker.net/
It's a fabulous podcast, with lots of cool episodes each with a different topic relating to all things mystical, enlightening, and healthy.
During the conversation, we randomly used the Emperor as an example of archetypes- The Emperor being that of a "father" archetype. Rebecca related him to a story of an overly controlling man from her past. Domineering, in control and unwavering. When I think of the emperor I think of structure and dependability; holding oneself accountable, ect. Later At the end of the podcast we pulled a card and made an intention to really meditate on it's meaning and find a way to apply it to our selves that would serve us in a positive way. Sure enough, a synchronicity was set in motion from our earlier conversation about The Emperor; and it was this card that we pulled.
The Emperor is one that I haven't really spent much time with. He is the father of the deck. With his stern face, armor, and his stone throne adorned with the heads of rams he can be quite the commanding figure.
He represents:
- FATHERING
- STRUCTURE
- AUTHORITY
- REGULATION
How he relates to me in my life currently is specific to his emphasis on structure. I feel that this card is asking me to start creating order out of the chaos. Start making lists, applying reason, organizing, and coordinating. Becoming an adultier adult if you will.
There are a lot of plans that I have been meaning to set into motion in regard to my health and mental well being that I have been slacking on. It's time to get started on those plans and make them stick. I need to create some habits, routines, and systems that will get me out of this rut I have been in. It's lingered too long.
Love love love this! I couldn't find a guided meditation on the Emperor but I've been reading up on him. I think a guided meditation will be important so thanks for the reminder ;) I think he applies to me in my life currently in all the ways you've stated. He is about structure and making the rules - however, I want to add that he corresponds to the sign of Aries in astrology, and Aries is about Leadership. So I will say I think another theme of importance with the Emperor in addition to bringing order is actually being a Leader. Not being afraid to charge forward and take strong, inspired action. There can be a pioneering energy here that breaks with tradition, despite the traditional idea of the archetype of an Emperor.
ReplyDeletePart of being a leader is also inspiring others in addition to setting rules and structure. There is a sort of comfort people take in a trusted leader, similar to a loving Father. I think there can and should be a loving quality to the Emperor, at least when we are expressing his energy in its highest form. I know this is important for me right now, and I hadn't seen it before.
Questions to ask myself... where am I being a follower in my life where I need to be my own loving, responsible, benevolent leader?
Thank you so much Katie for this wonderful conversation and all of the insight you brought to the table. Much Love <3 <3 <3