Tarot Forecast July 28th to Aug 3rd 2025
- Julie Embleton
- Jul 28
- 3 min read
In this week’s Tarot Forecast, the cards have come together not to answer a question, but to offer a narrative—a gentle unfolding of energies that invite us to pause, reflect, and realign. They tell the story of Letting Go, Opening Up, and Seeing Anew.
4 of Pentacles: The Grip of Familiarity
Our story begins with the 4 of Pentacles, a card that speaks to the instinct to hold on tightly—sometimes to our resources, sometimes to our comfort zones, and often to old stories about who we are and what we need. There’s a sense of security here, but also a hint of fear: ‘If I let go, will I lose what matters most?’ The 4 of Pentacles reminds us that while boundaries and self-protection can be wise, rigidity can also keep us from growth. This week, notice where you might be clinging—perhaps to routines, relationships, or even outdated beliefs. Are these things supporting your well-being, or are they quietly stifling your spirit? Sometimes, what we hold onto for safety becomes the very thing that keeps us stuck.
Queen of Cups: The Heart’s Whisper
As we move into the energy of the Queen of Cups, there’s a softening—a call to step into emotional honesty and compassionate self-awareness. The Queen of Cups is the embodiment of empathy, intuition, and deep feeling. She invites us to sit with our emotions, rather than push them aside or analyse them away. This week, she encourages you to check in with your heart: What feelings are surfacing beneath the surface? Where can you offer yourself a little more kindness or understanding? The Queen reminds us that vulnerability isn’t weakness; it’s the source of genuine connection—with ourselves and with others. If you’ve been guarding your heart (perhaps under the influence of the 4 of Pentacles), now is a time to let the waters flow and trust that your emotions are valid messengers, guiding you towards healing and balance.
The Hanged Man: The Gift of Surrender
Our story concludes with The Hanged Man, a card of surrender, perspective, and transformation through stillness. He appears when life asks us to pause, to release our grip on how things ‘should’ be, and to trust in the wisdom of the unknown. The Hanged Man doesn’t force change; instead, he invites us to hang suspended for a while, allowing a new viewpoint to emerge. If you’ve been feeling frustrated by a lack of progress, or uncertain about your next step, this card reassures you that pausing is not failure—it’s fertile ground for insight. Sometimes, the greatest shifts come not from action, but from the willingness to see things differently, and to trust that clarity will unfold in its own time.
The Tapestry of the Week
Together, these three cards form a powerful progression:
First, we’re asked to notice where we’re holding on too tightly, and to question whether these patterns still serve us.
Next, we’re guided to soften, to listen to our intuition, and to honour our emotional landscape.
Finally, we’re encouraged to surrender—to let go of control, open to new perspectives, and trust in the process of becoming.
This week, if you find yourself feeling stuck, protective, or unsure, remember that every part of this journey is valid. The invitation is to gently loosen your grip, open your heart, and allow a new way of seeing to emerge. There’s wisdom in every stage, and sometimes, the most profound growth comes in the quiet moments of reflection and release.
Journal Prompts
Where in my life am I holding on too tightly, and what am I afraid might happen if I let go?
How can I nurture my emotional well-being this week, and what does my intuition want me to know right now?
What might I see differently if I paused, surrendered control, and allowed a new perspective to emerge?
Let this week’s tarot forecast and journal prompts accompany you as you move through the days ahead. If this week’s story resonated, or if you’d like some personal guidance, I’d love to support you. You’re always welcome to book a tarot reading, join a meditation circle, or simply email julie@creativesoultarot.com and share your reflections. Let’s move through this journey together, one gentle step at a time.
Wishing you gentle release, deep insight, and a renewed sense of possibility, and as always, take what resonates, and leave aside what doesn’t!
The Tarot Forecast will return on August 11th.
